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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1944
Page
6
Western Newspaper Union analysts report ongoing Allied air strikes target Nazi western defenses and rail networks while farm machinery output lags. Dutch East Indies subjected to British bombing as tensions rise across theaters.
An eye on western Europe reports an unending Allied bombing campaign over France the Low Countries and Germany with targets on railways airports and factories. Axis actions in the Balkans Russian advances threaten Ploesti airfields Sevastopol siege and Goering Goebbels appeal amid the war. US and British investments abroad cited with Canada Britain Cuba and Latin nations holding major stakes.
War Food Administrator Marvin Jones warned that step up production of landing barges and other invasion craft could keep farm machinery output below prewar expectations though likely higher than 1940 levels. April 1 totals show 36,000 combines and other equipment, with farm labor at 9,080,000, 228,000 fewer than a year earlier. The USDA expects a stronger farm labor program and volunteer help to meet expanded food goals despite lower manpower.
About 90 Australian brides and fianc es of American soldiers arrived in the United States seeking new beginnings. One bride recalls early cultural clashes and a desire to fit in while adjusting to American life. Citizenship rules for these wives and their overseas-born children are outlined. The Army’s G I Board notes reduced costs this year for “board and room” with total expenditures around 465.06 million dollars including food clothing equipment and barracks costs.
War Production Board official Stacy May warned that manpower and net material will be the main obstacles to resuming civilian goods output in 1944. Reductions in some munitions may occur, but civilian conversion hinges on army needs for casualty replacements, with potential gains from lower construction work and factory efficiency. Access to steel aluminum and copper should improve later, though bottlenecks may arise from missing parts.
British bombers struck the Dutch East Indies for the first time in 18 months hitting docks warehouses and ships in the northern islands. British and Indian troops defended the Bengal Assam railroad as U S and Chinese forces carved a supply road to China in northern Burma. In the South Pacific U S army and navy bombers pounded the Caroline islands gateway to Japan's Asiatic holdings.
The American Meat Institute reports 1943 profits for the meat packing industry at 1.1 percent of sales, the lowest among major manufacturing sectors. Bananas face import delays due to scarce shipping from South America to the United States. First Class Private William B Murphy, a Tennessee deserter who earned the Navy Cross with Carlsons Raiders, vanished from a marine hospital and was later detained for discipline.
Governor Warren, famed for anti racketeering actions, delivers a keynote at the Republican convention in Chicago. He supports the Mackinac approach stressing cooperation while preserving U S sovereignty to win the war and address postwar issues.
House approves extending lend-lease through June 30, 1945 by 334 to 21 vote while adding to require presidential final settlements on international commitments receive congressional approval. Debate also defeats Republican push to force postwar return of lend-lease munitions by foreign nations.
More than 123000 fans attend the 1944 season opening as the Cubs defeat the Reds 3 to 0 in Cincinnati. Yankees blast first home run of year, Lindell leads 3 0 win over Red Sox. Athletics beat Senators 3 2 in 12 innings. Labor actions disrupt Montgomery Ward and Ford Canada plants with large walkouts and contract disputes.
Washington columnist describes Dr. Ralph W. Phillips, head of USDA genetics, touring China with the State Department to improve livestock and farming practices. He reports on Chinese cattle, dairy potential, yak hybrids, Mongolia’s horses, and the aim to raise western production while strengthening people to people ties.
Premier Hideki Tojo's government announces a nationwide vacant lots utilization program to grow pumpkins and soybeans along rail lines and highways to aid wartime food supply. Yanks on leave in British restaurants request roast beef and scones while Brits adopt American dishes like cheese with apple pie, fried chicken and waffles. The exchange hints at shared recipes and ideas during the war.
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