03 Dec 1941
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1941
Page
1
In a reflective analysis from New York, the writer cites Mayor La Guardia and President Roosevelt, weighing peacetime prayers against wartime needs. The piece argues resources and continental Europe’s isolation limit Nazi strength, noting the Wehrmacht’s push toward the Caucasus and sea-area setbacks as pivotal factors shaping the war’s trajectory.
Continued from page one, Union spokesmen said permanent increases exceed temporary boosts, retroactive raises range two percent for operating workers and eight percent for non operating groups from Sept 1 to Dec 1. Non operating pay to rise 73.4 cents per hour with added scale boosts, clerks and others gain paid vacations, ratification anticipated Thursday.
Rome reports 60 on trial before a Fascist court at Trieste charged as members of an anti Italian terrorist band of 71. 11 defendants missing presumed abroad. Prosecution claims Soviet style aims in northeast Italy and a network distributing sima in schools. The case links to multiple bombings and deaths from 1940.
Libyan front dispatch notes that at least half the tanks of the Halian Battering Ram Division were German manned. The breakthrough cut through the Tobruk corridor reuniting Rommel's 15th and 5th Armored Divisions, creating interlocked positions and a confused battle line while British reinforcements rush to stem the advance.
Major General Edward Martin announced the 104th Division will move home by truck and bus with mail to be sent to local posts after Thursday to avoid forwarding delays. About 75 percent of soldiers expected Christmas leaves. barracks are intact and gear needs startup as efforts to straighten up continue. The general said the division is better trained than in World War I and ready for action if needed.
A grand jury returned true bills against Nagy for larceny and seven others for related crimes. Samuel C. Cornman and Reed Whitaker of Smicksburg R D 2 and Plumville face charges for stealing 30 chickens from Clayton Elkin. Carl Pounds of Cherrytree R D and William A. Wagner of Barnesboro are named in larceny counts. Others include properties theft from a Roy Bartlebaugh cow, a Coral tavern robbery with $60 stolen, and a liquor law violation by Barbara Oresik. Non true bills included Ann Richardson, John Kabelic, and Nagy’s indietment remains.
John Gromley of Chevy Chase reports killing a five point, 150 pound buck in Clinton County. Patrolman Hugh Daugherty of the DuBois police force led the pubois activity.
RIDGWAY Ford Meredith left home at 1:40 p.m. and twenty minutes later killed a 14 point buck weighing 200 pounds. He claimed on a rambling trip less than two miles from town he saw a pheasant, two rabbits, four does, a red fox, a bear, and finally the buck, noting you may believe it or not.
The government press accuses ABCD powers of building strength in the South Pacific while Tokyo radio hints Germany is assisting. Talks between Fetain and Goering reportedly cement Japan's Indo China position as Roosevelt pushes for a formal U S response. Japan may reply evasively, restate claims, or argue its interests are threatened by British troops in Burma and Malaya.
Autopsy found one bullet lodged near the ribs from a shot in the right arm while a second bullet struck the chest and caused death. Sheriff cites the first bullet’s position as evidence a passenger in the front seat fired, with a possible second shooter in the back seat. The case centers on the Fase incident with two riders in the vehicle.
The Navy told the Senate Naval Affairs Committee that several merchant ships were damaged and some sunk in the Oct 16 17 North Atlantic action with German U boats. The destroyer Kearny was torpedoed but reached port. Admiral Stark refused to disclose ship counts or submarine details for security.
Police pursue a car return while checking pawn shops for a University of Pittsburgh Pharmacy ring and a watch taken from the victim. Autopsy confirms death two or three days earlier. The man left Indiana for a hunting trip and possible Florida trip to seek treatment for a son. Witnesses urged to contact the Gazette with any post 6 p.m. sightings of the victim driving a new Buick. The father has arrived in Florida to arrange burial.
Detroit December 3 Henry Ford predicted in an interview that Europe’s war would yield a world federation where nationality barriers vanish and peace and prosperity prevail. He spoke of universal currency economy and market, a federation without armies, led by voluntary participation with the United States as a model. He argued America has a major role in shaping this future and noted wartime lending without seeking repayment.
Produce demand is described with prices for apples and pears from Virginia to New York, noting steady to firm Bushel figures for various varieties. Potatoes, Russets, and Maine Crippewas are listed with sack and 15 pound bag prices. Livestock prices show hogs, cattle, calves, sheep, lambs, and ewes with ranges and steady Uncleared figures.
William Knudsen, co-director of the Office of Production Management, urged industrialists at the Waldorf-Astoria to end strikes, warning that jurisdictional disputes and labor issues hinder production during wartime. He contrasted labor management tensions with the need for national unity and faster defense production. Donald Nelson echoed calls for labor-management unity and sacrifice to support the civilian economy and war effort.
Harrisburg report details a Pennsylvania unemployment compensation probe amid accusations of illegal claims. Secretary of Labor and Industry L G Hines urged ending public hearings and offered staff assistance, while criticizing the inquiry as political. Governor James and the committee clashed over relevance of letters about the promotion system and travel to Washington.
Indiana County farmers prepare for the Fat Stock Show at the Pittsburgh Stock Yards on December 9 and 10. Five 4-H members from Indiana County will exhibit and sell pens of three lambs, with riders Laila Williams, Henry Williams Randall Campbell, Thomas, and Charles Mikesell. County Agent Warner notes the cattle sale on the 10th holds the most interest. The Indiana County 4-H Club is sponsored by the Indiana County Sheep and Wool Growers Association.
International dispatches report Von Kleist forces suffering 21 000 losses along the Sea of Azov as German troops press on in winter fronts near Moscow. Zhukov-led Soviets recapture villages west of Moscow while Stalinogorsk area fights drive Germans back. Leningrad sees heavy German casualties as North Africa remains volatile with both sides pressing through Tobruk's vicinity and Rezegh ongoing fighting amid a stalled British offensive.
Blair V. McMillin, former Pitt football captain in 1926 and Monongahela High School coach, was found dead in his home garage. Deputy Coroner Yohe listed carbon monoxide as tentative cause. Mrs. McMillin found him after he failed to return from a trip to Estora for electrical outlet plugs.
Tomorrow the Junior Auxiliary of Indiana Hospital hosts its annual Charity Ball at the Indiana Country Club. Dutch Campbell and his orchestra will provide music as the group supports the children’s ward with new equipment and holiday activities. Proceeds help fund ward needs and kiddies parties.
The attorney Margiotti successfully opposed the charge of 2082.87 including hotel accommodations for jurors and extras. Jefferson County argued against the extra cost but petitioned the high court saying the funds would be willingly paid and directed payment. The court order, issued in Philadelphia, mandated the money be paid.
Senator George, chair of the Senate Finance Committee, warned federal taxes may already near maximum and defense costs must be financed by borrowing over generations. He cited a possible national debt ranging from 110 to 150 billion dollars and suggested revenue increases may fall far short of treasury projections.
In Newburyport Mass on December 3 former mayor Bossy Gillis, jailed for nine months for a judge’s crime, faced ballroom owner John M. Kelleher in a municipal election. Gillis listened to a radio address broadcast from jail as 50 inmates applauded, while his wife ran his outside campaign. the tally showed Gillis defeated by Kelleher 1,861 to 1,920.
The Rotary Club weekly meeting featured a musical program with vocalist John Snodgrass and accompanist Francis Sharp, students at Indiana State Teachers College. The remainder of the session was an open forum with numerous floor suggestions and criticisms.
Treasury department figures show receipts of 39.503 million dollars and expenditures of 122.116 million, leaving a net balance of 2.251 billion. Gross debt stands at 55.062 billion, with an increase of 21.48 million from the prior day.
William A Scanlan and Lena Gompers Scanlan are remembered in a Cambria County obituary. Surviving relatives include his widow Ning Bader Scanlan and a son born November 35 last, plus brothers Earl J. and William E. Scanlan and sisters Mrs. Earl Eckel and Mrs. Paul Hoffman. Services announce a 9:00 a.m. requiem at John Gualbert's Catholic Church with interment at Grandview Cemetery. pallbearers to be drawn from the Cambria County Medical Society.
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