Plans For X Day Reconversion Proposed By Government
The War Production Board is urged to implement the X Day Reconversion plan from the Baruch-Hancock report to prepare for postwar transfer of plants and personnel to civilian production. The piece criticizes WPB delays and urges coordinated national readjustment machinery to avoid a postwar bottleneck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Production Board
Baruch-Hancock
Germany
WPB
Brewster Aeronautical Corporation
Navy
Brewster
Truman
Washington
Nurses in South Pacific Marry at Four Per Day Says Colonel
Lt Col Martha J Rose Clement, director of nurses in the South Pacific, reports about 3,000 nurses there are marrying American soldiers at roughly four couples daily. Nurses, as officers, tend to wed officers, and many have served two years. She warns home girls to expect stiff competition as nurses and Australian girls vie for Amex husbands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Pacific
Martha J. Rose Clement
United States
Clement
Amex
Fifth Avenue
Itan Ty
Hollywood notes on stars and trends in June
A Jimmie Fidler column surveys late spring Hollywood gossip including Ben Blues dating Sergeant Stork, Dodges on pin up requests, marriages rumored or denied, rivalries among Mae West Mike Todd and others, Warner Brothers cutting schedules, Danny Kaye planning stage work, and various casting notes. Connie Laird and Nina Foch are mentioned along with several film previews and industry quips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Ben Blues
Sergeant Stork
Gus Damond
Dolores Moran
Louis Albritton
George Raft
Shirley Temple
Westlake School
Sacred Heart College
Mae West
Mike Todd
Catherine the Great
Warner Brothers
Danny Kaye
New York
Marsha Hunt
Wacs
Marsha Hunter
Bob Crosby
Lovie
Marine Corps
Muppet
Connie Laird
Hunt Stromberg
Grace Earl
Ziegfeld Follies
Johnny Mercer
Hollywood Canteen
Jess Barker
Romeo
Nina Foch
George Murphy
MGM
Paramount
Esther Fernandez
Radio Schedule Highlights Evening Lineup With War Updates
A detailed Tuesday June 6 Eastern War Time radio schedule lists programs from 6:00 p.m. to 11:15 p.m. including News Reports with Quincy Howe Hop Harrigan and Captain Midnight repeats, music from Fred Waring and Nat King Cole, variety shows with Ginny Simms Judy Canova and Lum and Abner, plus dramatic features like The Mystery Theater and Five Minutes News. The lineup also includes war commentary by Lowell Thomas and John Nesbitt, and concluding broadcast notes for later times and primetime repeats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farrell
Cbs
Quincy Howe
News Time
Hop Harrigan
Nbeorld
Henry J. Taylor
Biu-Basie
Biu-West
Fred Waring
Nbe
Ebs
Milton Borle
Blu Fulton Lewis, Jr
Nhe
John Nesbitt
Mbs
Ronald Colman
Cbs Green Hornet
Arthur Hale
Mbs-East
Kaltenborn
Ginny Simms
Solliers
Mbg
Mystery Theater
Nbo-Basia
George Burns
Gracie Allen
Cbs Famous
Gabriel Heatter
Nick Carter
Dbs
Biu
American Forum
Wariew
Columbia Presents
Corwin
Dhs
Raymond Gram Swing
Chester Bowles
Congress
Washington
Biu San Quentin
Dancing Music Orchestra
Ebs & Blu
Our Children By Angelo Patri
Parenting guidance on disciplining and teaching children from infancy through school age. Emphasizes repeating calm instruction, correcting lies, and addressing major faults promptly to build lasting character. Recommends personal guides and a small fee for a related leaflet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Our
Angelo Patri
The Pork Pendulum Shifts in Central Grain Belt
Farmers in Minnesota Illinois Iowa and nearby states warn that pork overproduction will give way to shortages this autumn as cows on pasture and skimpy rations reduce cattle herds. Indiana predicts a one third cut in the fat hog crop while Iowa and others foresee sharp livestock declines and a return to crop farming as the pendulum swings between grain surplus and meat scarcity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
Illinois
Iowa
Indiana
Tokyo Rose fans and wartime radio myths in Daytona Beach
A reader letter discusses Tokyo Rose broadcasts from Japan to American troops. The writer questions her identity and impact while claiming soldiers enjoyed her use of American songs and chatter. The note ends with an offbeat proposal about relocating troops based on complexion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Pacific
Tokyo Rose
Beane
United State
Annie
Tovko Rose
Henry
Rose
United States Army
Mars Resort Idea for World-Weary Postwar Travelers
In a wry note, the writer muses about tropical climates and the equator, imagining a publicity stunt to popularize Mars as a vacation spot for postwar citizens. He jokes about a Mars resort promo line and suggests sending readers to a colder Martian ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
Wendell
Willkie
Mars
Gripsholm Returns Home Exchanged WWII POWs
Fifty one ill or wounded American soldiers, former prisoners in Germany, arrived in New Jersey aboard the Gripsholm after a prisoner exchange voyage. The liner carried 700 German prisoners and civilians from Barcelona and is expected to dock later today. US soldiers to be taken to Halloran General Hospital, Staten Island, for interviews later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey City
N. J
Germany
Gripsholm
Barcelona
Canada
United States
Halloran General Hospital
Staten Island
Larry Allen
Associated Press
Radio Schedule Chronicle From KWKH and CBS Lineup
A dense listing of radio and television programming with KWKH and CBS slots from early morning to after midnight. Programs include news, music, dramas, variety shows, and local interludes, naming hosts and show titles across stations.
Unified military command faces congressional pushback
In Washington wartime debate, lawmakers from both sides fear loss of committee seniority under a single army navy and air command. The Senate and House stand to reshuffle Military and Naval Affairs panels with potential mass changes to 96 members. Roosevelt's long naval affinity informs administration support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Army
Navy
Air
Congress
Naval Affairs
Senate
Robert R. Reynolds
David I. Walsh
House
Andrew J. May
Rep
Car Vinson
Legislature Fleshes Out 1945 Bills and Court Powers
Senate measures cover constitutional changes for lawyers and judges, appeals in juvenile cases, and community property status. Various S bills pass or fail on topics from road bonds and tax collection to education, pensions, and city courts with multiple party votes and notable reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Goff
Hendrick
Supreme Court
Brumfield, Et al
Byrnes
Gatennie
Arras
Orleans Parish
Deramee
Brumfield
McCormick
Monroe
Stumpf
State Board of Education
Ratcliff
Gaiennie
Galennie
Criminal District Court
New Orleans
King
Department of Highways
Winnsboro
Parish of
Orleans
Court of Appeals
M. R Williams
State Board of Examiners of Operating Engineers
Lottinger
Roberts and Blasi
Judith Hyams Douglas
Louisiana
Sevier
Department of Public Works Authority
Kay
Hunter, Downs and Close
City of
Alexandria
Roberts
T. A. Marchiafava
State
Cleveland
Ernest R. Fogieman
Highway Department
Morgan
Adam Martin
Friedman
State Education Board
Lafleur
Louisiana Polytechnic Institute
State Normal College
Southwestern Louisiana Institute
Savoie, Lottinger and Jewell
Martinez
Anna C. Lewis
Highway Commission
Blasi
Simoneaux
Gonzales
New Orleans Public
McCain
Harmonicas Gift Sent to Overseas Troops From Chicago Effort
Three thousand harmonicas and other instruments were donated by the American public to aid overseas fighting forces. The drive, led by harmonica virtuoso Larry Adler from Chicago, followed letters from soldiers asking for worn-out instruments. A Easton Pennsylvania high school group disbanded and contributed its harmonicas. one donor, over 70, cited false teeth ending his hobby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
America
Larry Adler
Adler
Easton
German Commander Captured After Tobruk Raid
A German commander was captured on September 13, 1942 when the British destroyer he served on was sunk during a Tobruk commando raid in North Africa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tobruk
North Africa
City May Receipts and Par ish Updates Reported
May city receipts totaled 1539 95 with 1158 50 from fines and 370 from prior months. 141 persons were convicted, 3218 50 assessed. Breard reelected Ouachita parish police jury president. Lions Club forms Monroe fair promotion committee. aims for temporary site this year and permanent site later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burt Thurmond
J. M. Breard
Ouachita Parish
H. M. Williams
F. C. Peters
Calhoun
Monroe
Lions Club
Sam Davis
Army Staff Busy as Europe Invasion Opens
Washington reports the War Department fully manned and in feverish activity as the long awaited invasion of Europe begins. General Marshall remains at his desk except for a brief visit to the Soviet ambassador, while the operations, signal, and intelligence sections work frantically. Public relations chief Charles Dhurles and deputy Grogan brief reporters after 3:20 am as Eisenhower’s communique and Pershing statements are released from the Pentagon. The White House is dark and Elmer Davis and the Office of War Information monitor incoming radio reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Department
Europe
George C. Marshall
Gromyko
Pentagon
Henry L. Stimso
John J. McCloy
Alexander Dhurles
Stanley J. Grogan
Eisenhower
Pragon
John J. Pershing
White House
Elmer Davis
The
Offic of War Information
Arrests Mount in Tyner Petrus Theft Case
Sheriff Milton Coverdale said 13 Black residents are now tied to the Tyner Petrus theft ring at West Monroe farm supplies, with four held on theft charges. Weekend arrests include Dillie Jackson Wade Glover Jessie Wiley Jessie Ziegler Willie Young. Others, Francis Riley Solomon Young Willie Barber Henry Bess are accused of buying stolen goods. Investigations continue and more arrests may follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tyner Petrus
West Monroe
Milton Coverdal
Coverdale
Dillie Jackson
Wade Glover
Jessie Wiley
Jessie Ziegler
Willie Young
Ward 7
Tyner-Petrug
Francis Riley
Solomon Young
Willie Barber
Henry Bess
Monroe
Libert Hill
Caledoun
Judge Robinson
Calhoun
Willie Bess
Sadie Nelson
Meaning of maru in Japanese ship names debated
The term maru is linked to round or perfect and used as a term of endearment in ship names such as Azuminosora maru, with legends claiming a sea deity underworld origin. The historical usage dates back to 1400 AD and beyond, reflecting maritime naming traditions.
De Gaulle Arrives in London Meets Churchill
French leader General Charles de Gaulle arrives in Britain and holds talks with Prime Minister Churchill. The visit follows hisself presented National Liberation Committee declaring itself France’s provisional government and discusses military matters and the status of French forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DE Gaulle
London
Charles de Gaulle
Britain
Churchill
France
Algiers
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