05 Aug 1943
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Newspaper
Milford News
Location
Milford, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1943
Page
1
A playful note describes Rumin stores as dream slots where ambitions rise above the sod. It suggests scattering bouquets while aiming for clear objectives and occasionally sparking progress to enjoy the visible sparks.
In a small village a fear of a landslide drives a couple to send their nine year old sons to an uncle for safety. Three days later a telegram asks for the children to be brought back home as the danger subsides.
American bombers based in the Aleutians pressed a Sunday takeoff at 5 am local time crossing the International Date Line to Sunday and Monday sides. Japanese time fell to Monday as the mission unfolded with hazardous devices dropped and the crews returning before evening Sunday.
Salt Lake City motorists Woodrow E Eckstadt and J. J. Wayne received gasoline suspensions. Eckstadt faced a four day lowayst ban after testifying he used "B" and "C" coupons for a California trip. Wayne, a cabinet maker, was given an all day suspension for using "T" coupons for a fishing trip.
The passage argues war bonds finance naval and coastal defense and the Signal Corps with limited communication methods. It likens bond purchases to signaling systems and suggests strong public support can greatly impact the broader war effort despite logistical limits.
C C Koch is named commander of the Milford Civilian Defense council replacing Walter E Martin. The defense unit is praised for its inland town record of preparedness and its role in municipal and railroad safety amid wartime tensions.
Dr. E G Gill of Rowson Virginia was elected president at the Lions International annual meeting. The organization reported 6 507 activities in the 1248 fiscal year with 280 new clubs raising membership to 4226 across 14 countries. Gill, a physician and director of Arwenoke Eye Hospital, studied at Vanderbilt and abroad and is active in Lions work.
Fragmented OCR text mentions an acting president in Winddliggham and a committee or board with names like Miltard Wwe and Levatven. It references a precent Miltard Wwe bowl and a bearer sine daniiry. Overall details are unclear and partially garbled.
The local war price and rationing board chair announces to extend supplementary gas rations beyond the issued period. B C E and R books will be issued on three month estimates, but rations do not expire and may be used until coupons are exhausted. Renewals must be filed two weeks before expiry and vehicles must display DD or CV stickers.
A pickup stolen recently was recovered Monday with a Wah gas tank and ignition keys left in the vehicle. Sheriff Jocuph Pulfer reported the incident noting damage to the fuel system and fan belt, while officers reviewed the scene for suspect identification.
Reports indicate a drop in communicable disease cases across Utah with low totals for multiple ailments. Seventy children and two adults are noted among patients, including isolated cases of smallpox typhoid fever and cholera in scattered counties, while Salt Lake City and Provo record several severe illnesses.
A fragmented notice details a move from Ww Trinafeni Hallway to Karim City in Midmauri with regional planning officials considering new service options. It notes public input via panes nitionatynit and outlines pending decisions on routes and schedules.
Jack Magill son of Mr and Mrs RJ Magill of Milton has graduated from the Army Air Forces technical training command at Chanute Field Illinois. He earned instruction in the special purpose master vehicle course and in various technical operations vital to maintenance of the nation’s fighting forces. He is from Caneo Texas and returns home on furlough to visit friends and kin.
Fragmentary note from Washington indicates moving places and delays with shipments. Mentions Farragut Puget Sound and a wait for a ship to Alaska. References an outgoing status and a call upon completion of the wait.
A World War era letter from Lieut Vernon C Beard praises Milford Valley scenery the Granite hills and local life. He asks to hear from Milford residents and notes the “With the Colors” column and civic spirit as letters guide community support and morale.
Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at Almereville for Mrs Mix Jurors Doteon aged 67. Interment will follow at the Minersville cemetery. Survived by husband Harold Dyson of Salt Lake City and many relatives.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Marine officer from Texas connected to Milford with a tentative wedding plan to Marie Carlson daughter of Lola Carlson and Jim G. Chanehalis. Details include misread names, dates, and locations. the text hints at a Milford community event and student context but lacks clear facts.
A garbled note mentions returning home after graduation and plans to travel via Wichita and other routes. It also references a future return to town, local talent in the midwestern area, and mentions an office for notices and sales at The News.
Construction work is underway on new sidetracks at the Milford yards. Heavy equipment is in use with seven spindles of gear at work as crews expand the electric line and repair damaged trackage to support future Union Pacific freight movements.
Beaver County Agent reports United States Department of Agriculture findings show carrots shipped without tops lose less water and may have higher sugar content. Tests indicate topless carrots save weight and reduce water loss by half, aiding transportation efficiency and storage.
Ration details list good through dates for Blue Stamps N P Q and R S T in Book Two and Red stamps V W with August dates. Meat and gas stamps cover Book One and Book Two claims, with stamps 14 15 1h and numbers for five pounds up to October 1.
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