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Newspaper
Kent Stater
Location
Kent, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1945
Page
2
In a stirring editorial stance, the writer contemplates reporting milestones, noting Mussolini’s death and soon Hitler’s, while urging editors to confront future crises with personal accountability and restraint amid world’s upheaval. The piece stresses editors must avoid sensationalism and focus on responsible journalism.
The Hamburg radio report on Adolf Hitler's death remains unverified with claims that he died defending his capital or escaped. Some see a potential aim to martyr him or revive the movement, illustrating that Europe’s conflict may near end yet not be over.
Raymond E. Manchester argues postwar universities must cultivate world citizenship and broadened cultural preparation. He urges faculty and students to embrace international experience and revised teaching duties while preserving American loyalties and advancing sound scholarship.
Marine Private First Class Sam Bushemi recounts a long distance call from Camp Pendleton to San Diego cut off by an operator. He later received 50 cents from the telephone company, explaining the why as he had already made the date before the cut.
CBS correspondent Eric Sevareid reports from the German front that Germans feel no individual or collective guilt for the war and that Nazi aims include rebuilding under new names after Allied occupation. He supports Eisenhower delaying V-E Day until all resistance is crushed and notes restricted access to the Balkans and Eastern Europe for firsthand reporting. He observes Britain’s papers are more cautious about Russia and cites France’s mixed view of Resistance leaders. Sevareid notes his 15 months overseas covering Italy, Southern France, and now Germany.
Donna Stouder joins GSP pledge as campus buzz swirls around betrothal talk and dances. Betty Hess awaits Carl’s return while Kath leen Waugh flaunts a Pi Sigma Tau pin. Engleman hall gains Bonnie Dunlap as new desk girl and Johnny ensures Beth Slater gets cigarettes.
Sgt Dan Carmichael of Detroit sought Italy 1945 engraved on a heavy gold school ring for his wife in Pasadena. Language barriers caused a miscommunication until written questions clarified the request. The ring arrived with the engraving reading How Long.
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