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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1944
Page
2
Ray Tucker on tour surveys political and re conservation figures in Field Mass. indicating Thomas Dewey has a good chance in the Old Bay State, which has not voted Republican since 1924.
A Springfield newspaper poll in October shows about 51 percent favoring the Republican candidate amid crossparty defection among Poles Italians and labor groups in the Northeast. Voters resent F D R's foreign policy and wartime promises, especially Irish mothers upset over sending sons to fight abroad, while admiration for Churchill and skepticism of Stalin influence shapes the race. The death of Al Smith may shift sentiment as veteran political figures like Farley and Walker loom large in Massachusetts.
The report notes 49 percent would vote GOP and 47.2 percent Roosevelt with 3.5 percent undecided, marking a shift since 1940 and a drop in support for Franklin D. Roosevelt even in industrial centers. It also discusses wartime food shortages and shelter issues across Europe, including Nazi control of farms and Baltic satellite fields.
Albert Leman assesses wartime prospects from Allied visits and German morale. He notes heavy Nazi resistance on the West Wall, forecasts winter disruptions for Eisenhower, and discusses German food production and agricultural policies amid scarce crops and propaganda.
Former Gov Clyde Hoey urged support for Democratic nominees in national and state races at Rutherfordton rally. He praised North Carolina’s tax system and urged voters to back Roosevelt era policies and the entire state ticket during the 10th district tour.
The fifth annual conference convened in Chapel Hill with President Frank Porter Graham of the University of North Carolina presiding at the opening session.
U S troops at the Siegfried line repel a German assault on a pillbox during a midnight barrage. Staff Sgt. Richard Sorensen and his crew defend the position with improvised shelter while facing flamethrowers and a determined enemy squad. Lt. George R. Lescallet endures repeated enemy fire as he establishes multiple observation posts under shelling.
Weekly OPA price and rationing update lists validities for processed foods blue A through R stamps, red meat and fat A3 to R5, sugar stamps No 30 32 33 five pounds each, shoes Airplane stamps 1 and 2, fuel oil coupons 4 5 and period 1, gasoline coupons valid in four states until November 8, new A-13 four gallons each from November 9, license number on gasoline coupons required.
The Navy plan lowers Duke University V-12 unit from 1558 to 932 men. On the same date the marine training unit will be discontinued and student marines reassigned to other stations.
The AP reports a clash of farm policy views as Republicans accuse government overreach harming agriculture while Democrats cite New Deal gains. Key speakers include Gov. Schoeppel of Kansas and Interior Secretary Ickes, with Truman rebutting Southern objections and Bricker touring the West to court votes.
Evanston Illinois October 11 brothers will meet in a Big Ten dance game when Northwestern and Michigan clash in Arbor Michigan Saturday Duane Sickels Northwestern end and Jim Sickels Michigan freshman guard were standout Benton Harbor Michigan high school stars.
About 275 sand girls and schoolboys from the H Point patrol will receive complimentary rides at the Lawrence Great er Shows tonight. Sgt J O Pike and Cpl V G Carter head the group aiding officers in directing youngsters safely to and from each day. Children meet at 7 at the main gate. parents may accompany but are not guests as youths ride from 7 to 9.
Itchy pimples ruin romances and irritations like eczema cause distress. Petersons Ointment offers quick relief and soothes irritated skin. One application may not be enough for complete relief. It also soothes tired feet and cracks between toes. Price 33¢ at all druggists. money refunded.
A fragmented tale recalls Cleopatra dropping a pearl into wine as an indulgent test of luxury. The ad touts Udga tablets for stomach pains and indigestion with a money back offer, citing Mann's and Orange Stores as retailers.
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