18 Jan 1945
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Newspaper
Milford News
Location
Milford, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1945
Page
1
Ruminator contemplates dreaming, minimal action, and selective sparks as objectives loom above the ground, with Sid Ruminat observing the display and enjoying the visual sparks.
A humorous scene has St Peter and Satan arguing over gate repairs at the gates of Heaven. The gate cracked and Peter asks the devil to fix it, but the devil’s lawyers are busy, prompting a playful legal showdown about who bears responsibility.
Mrs. Hayward Carter visits southern California with daughters and twin sons at San Diego naval base, plans a stop in Troma to see Mrs. Othello Smith before returning home. Charlotte Holmes will accompany her family briefly before marriage in spring. Two families welcome newborns, Truman Bradfield and Arshall Evans. Keith Albrecht heads overseas. Albrechts host a party for him. Arlo Carter returned from Alaska may need major surgery in Spokane. Ed Goodwin visits Proche, Nevada with Elma’s newborn. Maurice Clothier sends three postal carts after capture at Corregidor.
The California Building tower at San Diego recalls early California legends and Spanish conquest while emphasizing American growth. The piece calls on citizens to support the war effort by buying War Bonds to aid soldiers and secure postwar progress and security.
Aviation officials from Utah and the Civil Aeronautics Administration visited Milford to study transferring control of the local airfield to town authorities. A hangar site was chosen south of the beacon on town land, with the airways service releasing its portion to clear title. The town would manage the field surface while the CAA handles field lighting, enabling commercial development.
Basil O'Connor announces a broadened March of Dimes fund raising appeal tied to President Roosevelt's birthday with hundreds of Birthday parties and localized events worldwide. Activities include Kilometre of Diecis in Italy and March of Rials in Iran, plus cake walks, dances, auctions, and bingo.
Milford Parrot-TDeathers Association holds its regular monthly meeting Monday January 22 at 8:00 p m in Milford High School. Chairman Wopidol will discuss Post War Sxtvention and its impact on education. Attendees are urged to share views on potential advantages and school provisions.
Mrs Gertrude Pell grand lecturer of the Rand chapter Utah visited Ruth Chapter No 6 this week. A school of instruction was held Tuesday January 16 with floor work shown at the evening meeting despite unpleasant weather. Lamb was served in her honor and the hour passed pleasantly. Pell is noted for teaching ability and courteous personality. The chapter looks forward to a return visit next year.
Miss Brealie Smith departed Jackin Lake Hospital in Gaklaml California after a month long visit with her parents Mr and Mrs Owen R Smith and her grandparents who traveled by bus from Salt Lake City. The party was later joined by another relative who accompanied her into the city.
Walter D. Griffiths son of Mrs. Robert Melton of Milford has been commissioned as second lieutenant after completing an 18 week high altitude precision bombing and navigation course. He received silver bombardier wings and will report January 29 to Roswell, New Mexico for further training. Prior to the army air forces, he attended Milford High School class of 1943 and graduation was January 12.
Rex A C Atwood, manager, reported a 50 percent rise in old age and survivors insurance benefits in Beaver County during the year. About 100 residents receive an average of 279 dollars monthly, totaling roughly 2700 dollars in benefits per month. The majority are aged spouses and minor children of retired workers, with 30 retired wage earners among recipients.
Vramiri Mark Dytown of Wiineville Washington DC. Second Lieutenant Robert R. Martin, pilot instructor at Columbia Army Air Base South Carolina, has overseas assignment with a transit APO number from New York. Mrs Zella Limb receives a naval commendation for Bart Limb and the Guam operation. The piece blends training, family visits, awards, and service details amid wartime routine notices.
Milford High School home economics class under Miss Sheila Themax prepared a banquet for Lions Club members. Mary Wisher and Lanora Ke Lamar Outzen provided floral and decor while George Horton and Principal Kenneth C. Farrer assisted. Beaver Club Charter Night was held Saturday with Lions from Salt Lake City to Della State attending.
A program at Branch Agricultural College contacts all former students in service. Dean Burhs Pijlinson edits a monthly newsletter serving Cedar City and distant communities. Coach Lee Liston oversees sport items and the letter lists addresses for contact. Returns arrive from China India Burma Australia Philippines Alaska England Italy and France. Readers may phone or mail Mr Finkinson with updates on former BAC students including furloughs marriages promotions transfers military awards and deviations.
A damaged OCR fragment presents a personal letter with garbled phrases and missing context. The readable lines mention a lover, penmanship, and a brief comment about others not being present, with continuation implied on the following page.
Los Angeles January 16 two hearings on livestock goings under the OPA price ceiling of 18 dollars on live cattle and hogs. The order details are not yet available. observers expect changes and wider effects on beef markets. The $18 ceiling will be lowered to 17 dollars on a later date. A second notice notes producers should raise spring farrowings by 11 percent to meet meat goals. The April 1 price support for hogs at 1250 Chicago bases extended to March 11, 1966, shaping the floor price for hogs for at least 14 months. Market activity shows steady cattle prices with some declines in canner and cutter cows despite a strong week for top-grade steers and hogs.
New hotel owner Kirk adopts Horn Silver as its mining theme for lobby displays turning the Atkin house into a mining heritage center. He cites Wy Hy Child support and praises the Horn Silver mine's historic impact on Milford and Beaver County, noting the 80 million dollar era and regional mining growth.
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