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Newspaper
Naugatuck Daily News
Location
Naugatuck, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1942
Page
1
Report notes a communal effort collecting 997000 pounds of paper, 27006 portnels of paper, 2800 pounds of glue and 2,800 pounds of glue tested, with emphasis on shared civic action by residents of the borough.
The local United China Relief drive in Naugatuck closes with total contributions around 1,886.65 dollars. Treasurer M. Johnsen reports a record borough effort led by residents including Albert Cox and several donors, noting strong community support as the campaign ends.
During the Battle of Midway Ensign Hartness aboard a warship near Witoxt rescued the crews of two planes shot down in the action. One survivor identified as Ens Thomas Awnsey from Barsey Springs Mississippi shows he was among those saved.
An official British communiqué denies Axis assertions of a major Mediterranean naval victory. The Admiralty and RAT state there is no foundation to reports that cruisers were sunk a battleship and aircraft carrier damaged. The committee calls the Axis claims fantastic.
A large British convoy reached Malta and Pobruk delivering supplies after escaping heavy air and sea attacks in the Mediterranean.
Washington June 16 UP Only the signature of Provident nosewell is needed to put the service-mett's dependents into effect. The House completed congressional action on the bill providing allowances of 50 for wives 12 for the first while and 10 for each subsequent, for men in the four lowest grades via the Wied Fores. Soldiers pay is docked 22 dollars as the government passes the bill and gives the President authority to defer family men.
Washington dispatch reports the Ways and Means Committee voting to de Hor further study on a proposal to cap individual income at $5,000 and family income at $50,000. Chairman Doughton of North Carolina said the panel cannot assume responsibility to pass the plan now.
Washington officials moved an eight million dollar allocation for Cuayulo and other rubber projects as part of a 58 million dollar Mcidall appropriation bill. The measure also includes 39 million for the Post Office department's expenses for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Congressmen faced no strike during lunch hour as two thirds of the likely Negro waiters at the House restaurant walked out for higher wages. A striker demanded pay equal to Senate waiters. Unorganized workers, the report notes.
Waterbury June 44 UP Demonstration State Representative Thomas Jackson of Natgatuack pleaded guilty to four counts of perjury in staging a horse racing setup. Superior Court Judge Edward J Daly sentenced him to six months in jail and fined $1,000. In a related action Nicola Apalucal and Raymond Pelter both of Waterbury received 60 day jail terms on similar horse betting charges. Sentencing in the case was delayed for a week.
Washington reports the House Naval Affairs Committee approved a massive naval bill backing about eight and a half billion dollars for new warship construction focused on expanding aircraft carriers. The plan drops five 60,000 ton battleships and prioritizes carriers, cruisers, destroyers, submarines, and smaller vessels, with carrier construction to begin promptly after passage.
Members of the Bublatunity of Ningaluck are incorporators in a new firm filed in Hartford. Abraham, Wouls and Miriam Turbin are named as incorporators of Rubin Gorp capitalized at $50,000 with full paid-in capital. Martin Hubb of Naugatuck joins Benedict Rabinowly and Frances J Albert of Waterbury in the Nibur company of Naugatuck, capitalized at $26,800, commencing business with the stated amount.
Mr and Mrs Harry Bossen proprietors of the Harry and Hilda cigar store in the Pano building on North Main street will celebrate their silver wedding anniversary at their home 278 East Main street Waterbury on Saturday June 25 they were married in New York City on June 25 1947 and moved to Waterbury three years ago
A New York report notes General Douglas MacArthur named outstanding American father by the National Mahhers Day committee. The selection highlights his role as military leader and father to the nation’s kids. Also honored are Vice President Wallace and Brigadier General Harry Nooltehta as other outstanding fathers in the list.
Washington June 16 An early 1941 proposal to reduce the draft age from 20 to 18 surfaces in Congress. A source says President Roosevelt indicated no reservations this year while the army has long asked for younger troops since 1940. Legislators warn of fallout in November elections as about 2 million more young men could join the draft pool if the age limit is lowered. The War Manpower Commission cites a possible 40 to 48 million manpower level with goals of 6 to 7 million by year end and 4.5 million this year.
Hartford Jane 46 UDP The report by State Referee George Hinman in the Cox case is expected to be received by the governor by tomorrow. He will review the report to decide whether Cox will be removed from office or continue as commissioner. Also mentioned are notes on General Motors average annual earnings in 1941 and 1938.
Sixty three persons and eight corporations from 40 states the republics of Cuba and Panama have been indicted in a federal probe that officials call the largest lottery fraud in the country. Postal Inspectors Mansfield and Jefferson led the year long inquiry naming 24 Detroit and Michigan conspirators charged with mail fraud and transporting tickets for 45 lotteries.
Fall River Massachusetts June 416 UP The Arkanwright Vextild company resumes full production with new workers after 128 Independent union workers refused to return to work while their dispute was heard. 1200 workers at the plant affected. Washington June 46 UP The navy reports torpedoing a medium sized US merchant vessel with survivors reaching port.
A June 1946 dispatch reports Alaska Governor Gruening ordering the Alaska War Council be formed to organize defense against Japanese moves in the Aleutians. Delegate Anthony J. Dimond criticized exaggerated claims by some in higher command, warning about possible Japanese air bases and the difficulty of dislodging planes.
Naugatuck High School officials approve the senior class excursion to Playland in Rye, New York, despite wartime transport issues. Students depart tomorrow at 9 32 a m Eastern War time, change at Bridgeport, and face tight transfers with little school responsibility for tardiness or missteps.
A H Beauregarde general manger of the Adley Express company of New Haven will address the Naugatuck Rotary Club at Sullivan's Inn Galton Hollow tomorrow noon at 12 35. His topic is The Effects of War on Motorized Transportation. He has long been active in railroad trading and now serves on the Adley staff.
New Work reports that Germans employ what it calls a new terror psychology to pressure Czechs after the Lidice massacre. British radio notes a lash at surrender for patriots as the name Lidice appears on walls doors posters and telegraph poles in the village once targeted by German forces.
Deaver Colo June 146 UPJ A former Denver school teacher Rudolph Fahl was charged with sedition against army officers at Lowry Field. A federal grand jury took nine minutes to acquit. Assistant District Attorney Ivor Wingren said he was amazed at the jury action. Four officers testified that Fahl called new suckers and that the war was being fought for New York bankers.
Mirophila eddy Karasinski recently enlisted in the United States Navy and was guest of honor at a Minute's Notice party in Union City hosted by local Polish Falcons members. Gus Klimaszewski served as master of ceremonies and introduced Leon Moraski, praising Karasinski for his service and the Falcons' growth under his influence.
Washington June 16 The War Production Board rules retailers may sell kits with toothpaste and shaving cream if the box is sent directly to a member of the armed forces. The War Emergency Prices Board tightens limits so newly enlisted men may buy toothpaste or shaving cream upon arrival at camp.
Washington June 46 UP The War Manpower Commission estimates six to seven million Americans under arms by next year and a possible goal as high as ten million. The report says 32 million workers needed in war production and agriculture, with five and a half million of them women. The commission stresses the role is voluntary with no industrial draft planned.
United States planes and possibly warships fought in a three day Mediterranean clash. Claims from Rome and Berlin say dozens of Allied ships were sunk or damaged while German and Italian forces counter with threats amid tense Sevastopol and Kharkov fronts. Tass News Agency notes limited German progress and a Russian battlefront pushback.
In Poland Spring Maine on June 16 President Hugh Bene of the National Association of Retail Druggists told Maine pharmacists that taxes and price controls will raise ice cream sodas and Vicents. He warned prices may climb to 75 cents and even 3 cents for jokes before the war ends due to higher taxes and exemptions.
New Britain, June 16. Eva Pas, mother of five, is held on a murder charge in the death of Stanley Borgula. Borgula died after drinking liquor mailed anonymously to his home. Medical examiner says the liquor contained poison. Pas allegedly confessed to poisoning but says her aim was to make Borgula sick.
Second Lieutenant Harold J. Martin of Northfield Minnesota earned the Silver Star for fearless action over a Japanese bomber screen. He charged two volleys of five bombers, shot down one plane, and kept the remaining four from returning fire, displaying notable skill and gallantry.
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