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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1942
Page
2
Naval losses near Midway Island bolster American position in the Pacific while British air and sea strikes intensify pressure on Nazi war effort in England. Editorial note clarifies columnist opinions.
Admiral Chester W. Nimitz announced a decisive U S Navy victory at Midway Island after a four day battle where Japanese invasion forces were repulsed. Early reports claim 14 to 17 Japanese ships sunk or damaged including carriers and battleships, with continued attacks on retreating forces. The clash, seen as potentially decisive for the Pacific war, underscored Hawaii as a key defense node.
Chairman Carl Vinson says Axis submarines have been driven from the Eastern seaboard into the Atlantic and that anti-submarine efforts are now effective. The report notes submarines operate farther at sea, with determination to defeat them. U S Army in England and Northern Ireland test a new V mail system for letters via central station and microfilm, saving cargo space. Roosevelt warns Japan of retaliation if gas warfare continues, following Allied reports of chemical weapons.
Japanese submarines shelled Sydney and Newcastle on Australia’s southeast coast in the war’s first mainland sea attack. The targets were blacked out and residents sought air raid shelters as subs attacked for about 30 minutes at Newcastle and multiple passes over Sydney.
Reports from neutral territory describe Cologne after a massive RAF raid. Dispatches quote German sources stating thousands of homes destroyed and most of the central district ruined, with the city’s character and traditions said to be gone. England welcomed the second front with raids on Essen and a further follow up mopping up night by about 400 bombers.
Agriculture Secretary Wickard warns rural families to keep daughters on farms amid labor shortages to support wartime food production. Independent Finland vows to stay on its own course despite Hitler's visit. U S air forces report first heavy bomber loss over Burma after two months of operations. Vichy orders close about 1,300 factories employing 20,000 workers diverting labor to farms and war factories.
A profile of Brig. Gen. Hanson E. Ely and Brig. Gen. William C. Lee, linking Ely’s Cantigny fame and war college role with Lee’s pioneering parachute doctrine. Highlights include Ely’s WWII era assessments, decorations, and Iowa roots, and Lee’s UNC education, airborne command, and intent to train troops for precise dives and armed readiness.
Fashion notes describe a glamorous season with rayon crepe jersey shantungs taffetas and calicoes as key fabrics. Dressmaker technique shapes versatile silhouettes from princess styles to two piece suits in black white navy and greens with ruffles, bows, and polka dot trims.
A six year old wears flowers in her hair with a miniature bouquet matching her mother’s. Girls increasingly adopt floral accessories as a charming alternative to ribbons. Matching bouquets of snapdragons carnations and sweet heart roses make fitting gifts for loved ones on birthdays and special occasions. Flowers brighten outfits and spirits as beauty duties for the young wearers.
Despite color trends, many women prefer black and white ensembles with a side drape frock, pleated frill collar, black straw hat with gardenias, and patent leather accessories.
Lace suits rise as summer musts with cotton lace in large sporty patterns. Navy outfits stand out, while white or wheat lace blends into dressy day wear, featuring long-torso jackets that slim the figure and pair well with pleated skirts.
A refined fashion note hints at a black lace blouse as a stylish staple. Pair it with a black satin or taf feta skirt in the afternoon and with a light chiffon pastel skirt for evening wear.
A nameless tramp travels a country road in England and pauses by a tavern sign reading George and the Dragon. He enters and pleads for a meal and old clothes, but the landlady refuses. He then asks to speak to George.
Soldiers sailors marines and Coast Guardsmen favor tobacco gifts with Prince Albert in a pound can highlighted by local dealers. Prince Albert is described as the world’s best selling smoking tobacco and a favorite among service members.
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