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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1943
Page
4
A fragment indicates no Sunday edition was issued on July 11, 1923, leaving readers without the usual weekly paper. The note records the date and the absence of publication.
Two Greene county students earned places on Purdue University's distinguished student list for the past term. Those on the honor roll gain exemption from certain fees totaling 30 dollars per term. Greene county entries include Lewis L. Bonam of Jasonville and Joseph E. Balls of Bloomfield.
A compact note lists scriptural counts for Kings and references Luke Mark John and passages about Jesus' death abiding with us. It includes a maxim about finding more pleasure in stopping to observe than rushing through a stop.
The three year anniversary of Mussolini's 1940 declaration is examined as Italy faces ruined cities scarce fuel and a collapsing economy. The piece notes vast youth casualties 744000 and the nation’s drift under Fascist rule toward surrender or continued struggle. It argues Allied propaganda aims to persuade Italy to join the United Nations and notes the Alps as a barrier to direct action against Germany.
Island Pantelleria surrenders to Allied forces amid reports of a second raid on Lampedusa. British commandos strike Lampedusa as Mussolini faces a possible fleet action to save Sicily and Sardinia. Allied air raids extend from the English Channel into France. Flag Week and War Bond appeals accompany the report.
Word reaching the hometown says Daniel McAllister has arrived safely overseas with the United States Army. His son and mother received the notice confirming the arrival.
Seaman First Class Donald Oniones of the United States Navy leaves today for active duty after a week at home with his wife and parents in this city.
Pvt George Scecina of the United States Parachute Infantry at Camp Toccoa Georgia writes home to Lin ton parents Mr and Mrs Thomas Scecina about enjoying army life and the intelligence school he is attending.
Mrs Marion Fish on H Street Northeast received a wire from her son First Class Seaman Asa Fish saying he was sailing today for active duty. She also learned from another son Ona Fish stationed in the Hawaiian Islands that he is well and happy.
Exalted Ruler Floyd Shannon of Linton Lodge 866 urges Elks and families to hear the Blue Network broadcast Sunday from 2 15 to 3 p m Central War Time. The program honors B P Elish with a discussion on Is Time on Japan's Side featuring Major General Paul P Malone Singapore Joe Fisher and Major Alexander P DeSeversky with a Los Angeles Elks delegation in attendance.
In Terre Haute Indiana Ralph Clank 43 leapt or fell into the Wabash River twice after police pulled him out and gave a warning. He was released then jailed two days after repeating the act. A separate Indiana University football prospect Pete Pihos and Mutt Deal shift from 4F to 11A due to injuries. Rental car agencies may buy new cars after June 16 for war workers with rationing certificates. (Note: OCR issues present.)
Indiana reports 3 761 650 dollars in war bonds sold in the first five days of June. Chairman Eugene Pulliam of the State War Finance committee notes strong participation from boys and girls organizations in the drive.
A local meeting urged residents to attend the 4th of July celebration in Linton with benches and tables brought in, families encouraged to bring picnics, and gas rationing noted as limiting reunions. Rev. Raines gave the benediction to close.
Rochester New York June ill The largest glass prism in the world has been cast by Bausch and Lomb Optical company for the Case School of Applied Science observatory in Cleveland. It measures 24 inches in diameter weighs 26 pounds and is only 1 ¹/₄ to 3/₄ inches thick. Experts note it is rare for such a large prism to be free of imperfections.
The College Hill 4H Club discussed 44 projects during a Thursday afternoon meeting at Donald Alderson’s home. Members enjoyed games and contests during the social hour and refreshments at dismissal. The club will reconvene July 1 with James Phillips Anderson.
Salable hogs 6000. market active. 160 to 400 lb hogs up 5c to 14.85. lighter weights up 25c. Salable cattle 200, calves 400. Cleanup trade steady on all classes. 760 lb mixed steers and heifers around 15.25. others mostly 14 to 15. Dealers steady. top 16.
Five thousand Danish sailors aboard United Nations ships are urged to invest in War Bonds to support the war effort. Government appeals emphasize patriotism and financial backing for national defense.
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