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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1943
Page
2
Western Newspaper Union analysis notes Congress acts to defer farm workers amid Tunisia campaign progress. Allies close in on Rommel’s forces as manpower shortages grow more critical, with commentary from estern N Union staff.
Congress votes to defer essential farm workers from military service to address the labor shortage. The Senate approved a measure directing draft boards to exempt those in full time production of food and fibers, while the House approved a $261 million plan to recruit and train 3.5 million as a land army.
The North Africa campaign intensifies as Patton’s offensive from Gafsa and El Guettar eyes Gabes while Montgomery presses Mareth line defenses. Gasoline ration changes ease for A book holders and workers, and labor shortages trigger calls to use older workers women and the handicapped for essential war work. Patterson urges Congress to authorize drafts for factory and farm labor.
Henry J. Kaiser unveils plans for 500 foot aircraft carriers with 487 foot water line, 514 foot flight decks. Vancouver Washington hosts twelve shipways for medium carrier production and six ships per month target by end of 1943. DDT Director Eastman freezes nearly 200000 buses and street cars to curb migration of vehicles amid wartime needs. OPA to expand tire allocations for low mileage drivers as pre Pearl Harbor stockpiles and Victory tires remain in effect.
Three months of secret prep led to a planned meeting between Gen. Henri Giraud and Gen. Charles De Gaulle to bridge the rift between the French North African regime and the Fighting French. Giraud's decrees nullified Vichy laws, aiding unity with De Gaulle, while French Guiana joined Giraud. OWI officials faced partisan pressure amid wartime propaganda concerns as Tojo warned of a tougher war. Allied air forces continued striking Japanese shipping, Rabaul, and Kai Islands as MacArthur presses the offense.
Detroit researchers tested steel belt tires with a 15 percent savings, noting two steel plies suffice for thin casings. In Egypt the El Alamein battle from October 23 to November 5 produced about 75,000 Axis casualties and 7,200 German prisoners, with British losses at 13,600.
The see-saw pattern of fighting on the Soviet front continues with Russian offensives pressing toward Smolensk and Staraya Russa while German counterattacks gain power from Kharkov to Kursk. Reports note Soviet gains south of Bely and heavy tank battles in the Kharkov area with surrounding fronts under pressure.
Elmer Davis head of the Office of War Information hosts a conference on propaganda costs and reach. He notes OWI plans to spend about 45 million dollars this year and compares Allied and Axis output while discussing goals, effectiveness, and political implications.
China received 157 million dollars in American assistance. Seventy thousand letters from the Yan kee Clipper were dumped into the Tagus after a crash, most reaching U S soldiers. London salved a sodden mass, and 95 percent reached their destination. The treasury spends about 2.50 per income tax return with 8.5 million new returns expected. The Foz De Courg will carry over 200 thousand Red Cross food parcels to U S prisoners of war in enemy lands.
Gordon M. M. Ross from Kimberley joined the RCAF in Calgary and insisted on swearing allegiance to both King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Officers complied after his explanation that his Scottish family heritage required the double oath.
The United States has been sending veterinarians and equipment to England to aid in controlling Bangs disease infectious abortion in cattle and to boost beef and dairy supplies. Dr John R Mohler head of the Bureau of Animal Industry announced the effort in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association noting a complete English program mirrors American controls.
GALENA MO Sheriff Dale M. Davis resigns citing shrinking fees making the office uneconomical. He states the job no longer provides a living as he explains the decision in his letter.
Mrs Vera Ice won a divorce from Everett Ice in circuit court at St Louis. The petition accused her husband of being cold and indifferent. Also from Jun ea u Alaska a report notes first class sledge dogs can sustain speeds of 50 miles a day for weeks.
United States Steel Corp releases its forty first annual report showing 1942 ingot production over 30 million tons, 28 percent above WWI peak. It outlines war effort contributions including facilities for war needs, government contracts, and mass production methods with subsidiary plants aiding shipbuilding and landing craft.
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