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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1944
Page
2
Reports from Salerno and Cercola describe a fresh Mt Vesuvio eruption driving lava streams two miles from the peak, with 200 foot flames and ash clouds. Evacuations cover Cercola Pollena Trochia Portici Torre del Greco and nearby villages as authorities mobilize aid and caution.
Wartime ration guidance lists book four and one stamps for foods such as meats fats sugar and processed foods with validity through May 20 1945 and February 28 1945. Gasoline and fuel oil coupons vary by region including 8 A 10 A and C coupons with deadlines through June 21 and September 30.
German warplanes bombed London in a night attack described as the heaviest since the March 17 fire raid. Nine planes were shot down, bombs fell across East Anglia and Southeast England, and rescue crews worked amid rubble. Deaths were not expected to reach the February raid levels.
Lawrence's Red Cross War Fund campaign led by women raised 7611.17 across county divisions, highest among county units, with about 250 participants in Lawrence. Precinct captains organized block workers. North Lawrence saw the largest gain, and first ward precincts posted notable increases from 1943 to 1944. Final tallies show substantial year over year growth and strong local support led by Mrs. Dolph Simons and captains such as Mrs. Leon Abele and Mrs. Al Hunter.
Allied forces press in Cassino area with heavy fighting and air drops supplying Indian troops on a southern plateau. New Zealanders advance toward contested points as the beachhead near Anzio remains mostly quiet amid German artillery. Allied medium bombers strike rail and port facilities north of Rome and targets across Tuscany and the Dalmatian coast. several German aircraft shot down. Acacia Lodge notices a Masonic meeting on March 23 with open doors at 7:30 pm.
New Delhi March 22 UPI Japanese troops launched three major offensives in northern Burma and crossed into Manipur state at one or two places an allied communique said. Mountbatten headquarters said allied troops repulsed a heavy Japanese attack near the Maurgdaw Buthedaung area as British and Indian forces move south toward Akyab. Berlin radio recalled earlier claims of crossings, while Tokyo broadcast Indian independence leaders’ jubilation over a march into Indian soil. Tojo warned India’s liberation would not be easy.
The Junior High P T A elected new officers for next year led by president Mrs H B Latimer and secretary Miss Tillie Qberle with treasurer Mrs Norman Endacott. A Carl Sandburg program titled American Song Bag featured Mrs Clifton Calvin and others in period folk songs.
Secretary of State Cordell Hull conferred two hours with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in Washington on basic and general principles of American foreign policy. Hull said he brought the committee up to date on State Department moves as an exchange of views covered 17 principles reaffirming adherence to the Atlantic Charter.
Manitowoc Wis March 22 Republican hopeful Wendell L Willkie spoke during a Wisconsin tour outlining a postwar plan to provide jobs for veterans and displaced workers, maintain high wages, liquidate war contracts, promote business friendly policy, enforce antitrust laws, protect farmers from price declines, and stabilize world peace through cooperation and capable national administration.
Wichita dispatch reports H O Davis district OPA director refutes Governor Schoeppel claims that Kansas farmers are denied motor fuels for AAA noncompliance. He says any county board actions must follow regulations and promises prompt correction if cases arise. Davis notes collaboration with AAA to inform ration boards on fuel use, while Governor Schoeppel cites complaints of coercive AAA leverage.
Topeka March 22 UPH Wheat growth in western Kansas has been retarded by cold cloudy weather, the weekly crop report of the state board of agriculture said today. Growth is generally favorable in the central and southern areas. Soil moisture is sufficient for immediate needs but in the west the subsoil is dry and abnormal spring rains are needed to prevent deterioration. Seeding of oats and barley was delayed by last week's rain and snow. Potato planting in the Kaw valley is greatly delayed with little planting reported.
Mrs. W E Mullins of 3700 Belleview Kansas City Mo and formerly of Lawrence died at her home on Monday March 20 She is survived by her husband two sons W E Mullins Jr of Chester Ill and Lt Col Richard Mullins of Washington DC and a daughter Mrs A F Mohri Edwardsville Ir The family moved to Lawrence almost 25 years ago for their University attendance where both were football players Funeral services will be held Thursday at Freeman Mortuary Kansas City at 10 30 a m Case continued until April 3 James Hayes of Kansas City was arrested on careless driving charge and case continued to Monday April 3 He is out on a 10 bond.
Coffeyville Kansas March 22 Cal Floyd of Sedan and Claude C. Bradney of Columbus were elected today without opposition as third district delegates to the Republican national convention. They were not instructed, continuing the prebearned pattern set by Ottawa and Topeka earlier this week.
Several small incidents appear in Lawrence police court including three people forfeiting $1 bonds for minor traffic violations. Douglas county war price and rationing board issued tire certificates. Local Gamble store manager attended dealer meeting in Salina. Kiwanis Victory Farm program broadcast from WREN plans. Funeral for G.A.R. leader Nixon noted with travels to Jewell. Wreck near Manhattan involves two Illinois visitors. Jollys remain in Douglas jail as forgery and larceny investigations proceed with charges likely.
A spokesman for Lt. Gen. Millard F. Harmon says dazed and undernourished sixth Japanese infantry soldiers on Bougainville are surrendering as American patrols round up survivors. Lt. Howard J. Rancourt recalls three bloody encounters and notes a renewed but smaller Japanese assault is expected.
Fred Lentz and Harry Daniel King, Great Bend cafe owners, were convicted last week by a federal jury of possessing stolen government property. Judge Guy T. Helvering sentenced each to one year and one day in federal prison. King fined $1,000 and Lentz $900. They were released for 45 days on $2,500 bonds to settle business affairs before imprisonment. They were found guilty of purchasing meat stolen from the Great Bend air base.
The government begins striking prospective jurors in the Charlie Chaplin Mann Act trial. Two of three potential jurors with movie ties are excused. Chaplin's attorney Jerry Giesler says defense witness will be J Paul Getty, oilman and owner of the Hotel Pierre, linked to Miss Joan Berry's East Coast stay. House approves post war rivers and harbors bill.
Widespread military updates from the community include Pfc William E Evans Jr completing the power plant course at Chanute Field and Pvt Howard L Davis injured on the Anzio beachhead awaiting recovery. Ensign Harold A Wayman returns from sea duty. Lt Col Mark Alexander earns the British Distinguished Service Order. Lt Hagen of Lawrence appears in a photograph with Beaufighters. aviation cadet Donald Edmondson arrives at Perrin for pilot training, with multiple family ties and addresses noted.
London March 22 UPI The Her Jin radio said the Hungarian government had resigned and German troops arrived in Hungary as the result of a mutual understanding Doeme Sztojay former Hungarian minister to Berlin was charged by Regent Nicholas Horthy with forming a new government Shipyard workers arraigned in Baltimore March 22 Thirty five of 38 workers accused of falsifying welding records in a 1,000,000 a year fraud pleaded innocent and were held for hearings before a US commissioner by March 30
Stocks mixed with early gains erased as bonds rose. Hogs fell 25-1 cents with heavy supplies, cattle futures showed weakness, and top prices reached $14 for hogs and $17 for cattle. Chicago wheat and oats held steady amid strong cash wheat demand and rye easing late. May wheat around 1.79, oats steady to down, rye down, flour prices mixed under ceiling amid dull business.
Kansas City market notes hogs and cattle moving unevenly with prices mostly steady to lower, summer wheat and grain bids listed, cattle and lambs partially active, quotes for hogs 13.93 to 14.00 per cwt and fat steers around 14.50 to 15.25, pari passu with sparse early sales and late arrivals. Wall Street closed irregular as rails slipped on profit selling while oils and a few liquor issues led gains in parts of the market. Card of Thanks expresses gratitude for support and blood donors after a death.
In memory of our dear mother Mrs Mary M White who left us nine years ago March 22 1933. When nights are dark and friends are few we think of you. Frinnia are friends they are true but we lost our best friend. Rest in peace thy career is ended. You have gone where those who loved you soon are coming one by sons and daughters one.
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