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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1945
Page
1
A radio story recalls a lifelong exchange between a railroad conductor and a Minnesota boy who waved daily from beside the tracks. After 55 years the boy’s grave is found and honored, proving enduring affection can cross time and loss. The tale, though simple, carries hopeful, sobering weight about humanity.
United States Britain Russia and France began joint rule of defeated Germany. The four powers announced the supreme authority over Germany and outlined occupation zones and Berlin’s multi power occupancy as they implement the unconditional surrender terms. Eisenhower will head the U S role on the Berlin council with allied counterparts.
Greene County commissioners held a regular session in Bloomfield on Monday. The meeting approved claims and conducted routine business.
Lieut Walter R Chance visits his wife Mrs Norma Chance in Jasonville on 251 day leave after being liberated from a Nazi prison camp on April 29 He flew a Liberator and was shot down on July 2 during his 51st mission over Germany He earned the Distinguished Flying Cross the Air Medal with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters the Presidential Citation and the Purple Heart.
Washington June 5 The Office of Price Administration issued a plan to curb woolen clothing prices by restoring 1943 levels for mills producing woolen suits coats dresses and other civilian wear. Production under the order begins July 1 with effects visible late fall and full operation expected by year’s start.
Moscow reports the Red Star accuses foreign press of stirring war talk against the Soviet Union. It cites headlines from American papers like the New York Journal American and Chicago Tribune and notes coverage from American, Mexican, and Turkish outlets.
Isaia Toots Morgan aged fifty collapsed from a heart attack while walking on Main Street around 12 15 PM. A Detroit resident for years, he had been visiting relatives and had recent health issues. Survived by two brothers William and David and five sisters including Mrs Gaither Mrs Shearn Mrs Boles Mrs Brandt and Mrs Marsh. Body taken to Welch and Cornett Funeral Home pending arrangements.
Harold Jones entered Union hospital in Terre Haute for treatment of a fractured leg.
The United Nations Conference nears Denmark’s admission as a 50th member while Big Five veto tensions persist. Committees not tied to the veto finish their work and the executive group plans talks to speed outcomes. Norway asks that liberated Denmark join in the final conference days.
Mrs. Marion Parks of Linton route 3 underwent a major operation this morning. Frank Rode Jr. of G street northwest was dismissed today after a tonsillectomy on Monday. Mrs. Helen Mees of Linton route 3 has been dismissed. William McKee was taken to his home in Worthington this morning.
The Veterans Service Committee meeting planned for this evening at City Hall at 7 30 has been postponed. An announcement says the next regular meeting will be held in July.
From Wiesbaden, details emerge of Hitler’s 1940 D-Day for England. Ten divisions were to cross the Channel within ten days to secure a beachhead, but insufficient shipping and RAF pressure prevented execution. Captured staffers confirm orders dated June 16 1940 and note the invasion was never launched.
In South Bend Warren G Court 23 died when his motorcycle was hit by a car. Butler University names Dean Bail to head a new college division. Hoosier E bonds sales exceed 50 million of the 104 million quota in the Seventh War Loan drive. Indianapolis reports John L Ferger 4 killed crossing a street as driver Burtal Owings 21 faces reckless driving charges. Miller Davis of Terre Haute named deputy attorney general for the State Department of Conservation by Attorney General James A Emmert.
A meeting of the Greater Linton club will be held in the Odd Fellows hall Thursday at 6 20 PM Guy Brown of Bloomington will be guest speaker All members urged to attend.
Mrs Ed Tincher underwent a major operation at Union Hospital in Terre Haute. Her condition is said to be satisfactory.
James L. Thorston, 80, died at his Jasonville home. He is survived by his widow Jane and a son Orville. Funeral services listed at Mathers Funeral Home Wednesday at 10 30 AM with Rev. Earl Vayette officiating. Interment in Antioch Cemetery.
Kobe Japan largest port is set ablaze by nearly 500 B 29 Superfortresses dropping incendiaries. The attack covers shipyards docks and major plants along an east to west arc, with Osaka nearby and extensive industrial destruction reported across Osaka and Kobe. Tokyo claims many planes shot down and fires extinguished by civilians.
Bert Barnes director announced the Senior high band will hold its first rehearsal at Linton Stockton High School Wednesday from 6 30 to 7 30 p m. Pupils may still join and register at the school in the coming days. The school seeks used band instruments especially cornets and clarinets and asks sellers to call 531.
Mrs. Amos Gillett travels to Vincennes after the death of her brother Earl Berry aged 53 following a several weeks illness. Berry had visited in Linton and will be remembered by friends here. Funeral services are planned for Thursday with time and location to be announced later.
United Press report from Guam notes the 10th Army holds most of Naha airfield and pushes toward southern Okinawa as Tokyo concedes the battle has entered a critical phase. Marines secured the airfield, crossed Naha harbor, and Marines and other units advance toward the island’s southern tip amid dwindling Japanese resistance.
Van Edington of Indianapolis named superintendent of Greene county schools by township trustees at Loomisfield meeting. Former Greene county resident, Bloomfield graduate, former principal of Scotland Marco and Burns City schools. Previously Martin county superintendent for 18 years and four years with the State Board of Education. Married with three children, plans to move to Bloomfield. Succeeds Alvin E. Keller, county superintendent for 20 years.
Edith Ham received a telegram from Florence Marshall director of nursing service Eastern area stating that the Army needs for graduate nurses had been met and the county chapter should discontinue accepting applications. The Cadet Nursing program remains open for applications.
Prime Minister Churchill announced in London that Britain is supplying arms to the local Gendarmerie in the Levant to maintain order amid shifting Middle East tensions. He noted French reinforcements despite British warnings and discussed proposals for Anglo American French talks in London.
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