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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1943
Page
8
The submarine Runner is presumed lost after being overdue. It operated in the Pacific and 65 crew members are listed as missing. Lieut. Comdr. Joseph H. Bourland commanded the 1525 ton vessel and next of kin have been notified.
Roanoke Virginia October 27. The Medical Society of Virginia heard that the human body may remove nicotine's harm before it injures a heavy smoker. Doctors Harvey B Haag and Paul S Larson of the Medical College of Virginia said the liver may render the poisonous alkaloid harmless, though exact steps are not known.
Attorney General Francis Biddle warned a Judiciary Subcommittee that exempting insurance companies from antitrust laws would set a dangerous precedent. He argued such immunity could erode free enterprise and weaken protections, noting bills would shield insurance activities from Sherman Act scrutiny and limit federal court jurisdiction in a Southeastern Underwriters case.
Clarion B. Winslow, 79, retired Woolworth Company official, dies in White Plains. He reportedly donated about 1,000,000 dollars to charity since retiring in 1924.
Los Angeles reports that film actress Arline Judge who has been married four times withdraws her legal action against her first husband Wesley Ruggles after agreeing to a settlement of seven thousand four dollars.
Washington lawmakers on the house ways and means committee fear they acted hastily approving higher postal rates and new excises on liquor beer and wines. A move to reconsider would cut revenue toward the administration goal of 10.5 billion dollars. Rep Robertson signals a showdown on a federal retail sales tax while concerns grow over liquor tax hikes boosting bootlegging and press freedom issues raised by Rep Carlson.
The article notes a delay in implementing a new dependents program for servicemen families. It reports House approval and a Senate conference as negotiations continue. Roosevelt signs a separate bill increasing monthly payments, with timing and retroactive adjustments for changes in family allowances and child counts.
Moscow dispatch reports nearly 100 towns captured with four to twelve mile advances, 3,000 Nazi deaths, and Red Army gains south and northwest of Dniepropetrovsk. Forty three towns freed including Solenoye district center as Russian columns threaten rail links near Znamenka Nikolayev. Air forces hit fleeing Germans wrecking trains and hundreds of vehicles while fighting continues around Kiev and front strongholds from Krementchug to Melitopol.
Allied fighter bombers intensified raids on Italian supply lines and railway targets while targeting motor transport and troop positions behind enemy lines. German Focke Wulf 190s raided the Eighth Army front briefly as Allies reported excellent bomber coverage and no losses. A last third refuge note mentions Boulder Canyon, Nevada Arizona.
North Carolina sees continued cold with light rain or drizzle in the mountains and North Central area. Tonight and Thursday forenoon will be slightly colder. South Carolina remains cold with light rain or drizzle in the northwest portion. Overnight and Thursday forenoon bring Cooler temperatures.
After a city hearing the Campbell cafe and wine shop at West End faced revocation action but was referred to City Attorney Grove H. Jones and Police Chief W G Friddle for further study. The license was in Mrs Henry Byrum's name though operator Neal Sinodis runs the business. Federal and local authorities cited multiple arrests and a 60 day suspension for Sunday sales. The North Carolina Beer Foundation condemned the site as non compliant with their standards. Officers questioned Byrum's ability to supervise while living in California.
City Mana ger Roy S. Braden instructed the police department to enforce neatness courtesy and firmness in conduct. He stated officers should arrest any violator without hesitation including city officials and pledged full backing to the limit.
Police report two escapes from the county farm and two from the Rockingham County prison camp. Escapees include Billie Hill of Thomasville and Marion Weaver of Highway 62, plus Robert Howard Sykes of Dorris Street and Richard Harker of Barker Street High Point. Local officers told to watch for all escapees.
Dr. Hunt survived an attempt on his life nearly 18 months earlier after being shot twice on May 21, 1942. Dr. William R. Newton of Cameron Texas was convicted of assault with intent to murder and sentenced to seven years. he is free on bond pending appeal. Mrs Newton’s trial on a related charge was delayed due to her health.
The piece notes a 5000 foot deep gorge as a terrain of giants and discusses a mid month Japanese offensive against Chinese forces on the Salween. It suggests the attack aimed to curb Chinese drives into northern Burma and block a route for the Lido road extension, with supplies to follow once land links between India and China reopen.
Argentine minister to the Vatican Dr Jose Manuel Llobet said the Vatican is perfectly normal but Rome residents face a truly pitiful situation. He spoke in Barcelona on October 27 commenting on conditions surrounding the Vatican.
Chicago producers note butter receipts at 271000 with unchanged market and eggs unsettled with 6382 receipts. In a separate item American one and five dollar bills circulate for about a month among Army troops and natives in the South Pacific islands.
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