03 Dec 1942
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Newspaper
Milford News
Location
Milford, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1942
Page
1
A fragmented note describes a Ruminator proposing a slow stream of thoughts with minimal action. It hints at scattering a few bouquets while objectives stay evident, allowing occasional bold moves to disrupt the calm and watch the parks and birds.
Leading mail order and merchandise firms push alluring ads to attract women workers as Christmas buying peak approaches. Promises include daily siestas, paid rest periods, convenient transport, clubrooms, discounts, libraries, new office buildings, modern lounges, immediate purchase discounts, local placements, congenial surroundings, own restaurants, and a large downtown bank.
All residents must register for and receive war ration book No 1, which allows sugar and coffee before December 16. Book No 2 will be issued only to those who have Book No 1. Registration must be completed by December 15, with identity checks for those not personally known and updates on address changes since May 4, 194%.
Dr Rov Shannon formerly of Milford now a Camp Roberts California lieutenant was reported passing through Milford at night serving as medical officer for an eastbound troop train.
Western Air Lines filed with the Civil Aeronautics Board for a 1955 mile feeder route network spanning 81 cities in eight states. Milford would join the system on a four route pattern including Salt Lake City Provo Richfield Cedar City St George and Las Vegas. The plan envisions ten daily round trips with bi motor planes and awaits CAB action as wartime constraints ease.
Beaver county schools will begin work one hour later starting Monday December 7 until further notice. The move reflects need for lighting and uneven current schedules with Milford adopting a 9 to 5/6 start while other schools settle at 8 or 9 am as districts adapt to late openings.
The News announces a rate increase to 2.50 a year beginning January 1 1943, with existing subscribers offered 2 years at 2.00 old rate if paid by December 31. New readers may start immediately and receive remaining issues of the current year at no cost.
Parley B. Fisher of South Milford, veteran Bea ver county educator, was reelected to the school board from precinct No. 6 for a five year term. The run included a write in challenge from J M Crosby of North Creek who netted 72 votes to Fisher’s 86. Final tallies show South Milford 81 Crosby 448 Greenville Morgan Griffith and A C Williams each one write in vote in South Milford.
Vernon Beard of Squadron 17 at Santa Ana Army Air Base writes of cadet processing, quarantine, and preflight training. He notes base growth to over 20,000 troops, diet, and daily routines while sharing camaraderie and air corps allegiance. Also reports Chauncey Sandberg elected president of the Associated Civile Clubs of Southern Utah with officers named and mining and transport concerns in the region.
William H. Broyles 44, a popular railroad man and World War I veteran, died in Salt Lake City hospital from pneumonia after an operation for a tumor. Born May 20, 1898 in Salt Lake City, he worked for the Union Pacific Railroad and belonged to the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen. Surviving are two daughters, three brothers, and several sisters. Funeral services were planned in Salt Lake City with burial at the city cemetery.
Robert Blaine Roberts son of Lynn and Alimieon Myers Roberts of Minersville served on the US cruiser Boles which reportedly sank six Japanese warships in 27 minutes. He telegraphed home from Philadelphia that he arrived safely and hoped to sue soon. Roberts enlisted in the Navy late March and trained under Brien vonn. The ship gained fame as a hero despite facing a vastly superior Japanese force.
A garbled report discusses a coast visit by notable persons including Sam Pesmricou and Mire Perausdn. References to Metey wnt Nivinn and a recital at Basueet theory appear, with Mrs. Bayd Willy and Mr. Formisan’y wister noted in social circles.
Utah households will be visited by 4000 Iprock leaders from the Utah Council of Defense and Minute Women of the Conservation Division to enforce voluntary meat rationing. The target weekly meat limit is 26 pounds per family, with allowances for certain cuts and organs, and exemptions for chicken and turkey among others. Families of all sizes must adjust to reduce consumption, following a schedule and guidance to ensure fair distribution during wartime shortages.
Commerce Secretary Jesse Jones told the House Banking Committee the United States could reach about one million tons of synthetic rubber annually by year end as gas line rationing begins. Senator Henry Steagall said the rubber stockpile stood 600000 to 700000 tons and predicted the rubber outlook should improve by mid next year. The RFC loan limit was raised by 5 billion dollars to support wear related needs including the synthetic rubber program. Jones planned to testify before the Senate Banking Committee and a subcommittee wrapped up a 10 day study of rubber and oil with demonstrations on tire use without inner tubes.
Tine Bingham and Myles Davidson left Munday to join the naval Texerve in Salt Lake City for three months training at Provo. Billie Wirk from Milford also volunteers from Sodar City and two more Royal volunteers arrive from Farragut station Earl Limb and Joseph White of Nada. An army signal corps enlistment is announced for Angus Myer of Milford.
Los Angeles Union Stock Yard officials report continued demand for cattle calves and hogs as civilian meat sales remain restricted in southern California. Packers expect steady receipts and may see OPA quota adjustments due to ongoing meat shortages. Stock commission men monitor market needs to guide stockmen on timing and locations.
Thanksgiving guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Segerstrom included Dr. and Mrs. H. Farrell of American Falls Idaho, parents of Mrs. Segerstrom. The couple wed October 10 at Memorial Chapel Stanford University. The bride Mary Dita Farrell was active with Theta Sigma Phi and Stanford Daily editing. The groom Donald Segerstrom, a metallurgy major, later worked as metallurgist. The couple planned a wedding trip to California and the Grand Canyon before settling into their new residence.
Attorney and Mrs Sam Cline attend bar meetings in Salt Lake City this year. The attorney participates in Utah State Bar Association events while Mrs Cline engages in bar auxiliary activities and visits related to the association.
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