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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1945
Page
9
An Associated Press report from May 15 describes how American forces in Germany faced a wave of alleged rape cases used to disrupt troops. Investigations showed many complaints were instigated by departing Germans or caused by fraternization, leading to harsh penalties but not executions on mere accusations.
Lt. Howard D. Ford of Midland recalls Bavarian china sterling silver and fine mahogany furniture in Saar lautern Fraulautern area as his 65th division cracked Siegfried line. He advanced three miles in 21 days and lost his right leg stepping on a mine while leading a patrol. his wife Mary lives in Midland.
In Albuquerque today sixteen New Mexico ranchers testifying before a Senate subcommittee oppose any current increase in grazing service fees. The hearing, led by Senators Hatch Gurney and Willis, ends today as ranchers warn production costs have risen and profits are squeezed, though they would discuss postwar fee adjustments.
The Defense Plant Corporation announced at War Department request the Velasco Texas magnesium plant operated by Dow Magnesium will resume full production. The facility has been on standby since December 1.
A House Agricultural committee discussed a comprehensive conversion program for the cotton South. Proposed by Agriculture Secretary Wickard, the plan aims to raise a competitive price for all cotton to boost consumption and support farmers able to grow it profitably while aiding others to shift to different enterprises. It also envisions broader industrialization to accompany agricultural changes.
Senate action sent to the White House authorizes freight forwarders and motor carriers to operate while income support declines. The plan envisions 1986 southern agricultural workers dropping from 4.356 million in 1940 to 2.82 million, with non-farm workers rising from 8.202 million to 13.08 million. Government payments would ease gradually, with a first decade cost near 460 million dollars, then fall. The bureau warns continuing cotton price supports are unsustainable.
Shallowater plans eighth grade graduates exercises Wednesday night at 9 at the Community clubhouse with Charles A. Gay of the Avalanche Journal delivering remarks. Texas Tech educator Dr. R E Garlin will speak Thursday night at 9 for the 1945 high school commencement.
A 1944 record highlights the Royal Canadian Mounted Police patrol boat Lt. Roch completing the Northwest Passage voyage in 86 days. The note from Lubbock Texas references a leaf butterfly metaphor to describe concealment.
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