02 Dec 1944
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1944
Page
1
Fragmented wartime prose reflects on Allied leadership and battlefield pressure. Analysts debate the need for aggressive offensives and political restraint as winter weather and German resistance shape strategic choices. President Truman era concerns surface about supply, morale, and the pace of operations.
The day’s almanac notes a sunny weekend across the region with mild temperatures. Local teams report a win in a late afternoon match and plans for upcoming events at the community center.
American equipped Chinese troops at Chefang near the Burma road’s far end pressed to reopen the supply route as Kweiyang’s population fled south to escape Japanese threats. In Burma, Chinese forces advanced toward Wanling while Bhama and other towns near the road saw fresh Chinese pressure. Nipponese withdrawals continued in the north while in Central China refugees surged as Japanese forces moved toward Kweiyang and Chungking.
Boston December reports at a Massachusetts Industrial Accident board hearing show Peabody girl Helen Spates testifying that medical experts said her life could not be saved after exposure to fluorescent bulb powder. Other Peabody workers testified similar injuries linked to Sylvania Products plant in Danvers, with insurance disputes over $4,000 compensation.
A community appeal urges residents to buy at least an extra 100 dollars in the Sixth War Loan. The message equates bonds with stopping Nippon aggression, cites atrocities in Asia, and warns fronts could reach the West Coast without personal financial support. It stresses civic duty and personal stake.
The Economist attacked Kent Cooper of the Associated Press over his press freedom campaign. It argues that his plan could let American agencies dominate world news and notes concerns about democracy and control of information in postwar peace settlements.
Ottawa reports Prime Minister W L MacKenzie King poised for a clear victory after a crisis triggered by his partial overseas conscription policy. Parliament adjourned to Monday as Pacific coast draft disorders and Quebec protests ease under military leadership and political appeals.
The Most Rev. Matthew F. Brady, recently transferred from Burlington Vermont, will be installed as bishop of the Roman Catholic diocese of Manchester. Archbishop Richard J. Gushing of Boston will conduct the installation ceremonies.
Memorial services for deceased members of the Portsmouth lodge of Elks will be held tomorrow after 3 o'clock in the lodge room at the Elks home on Pleasant street. James B. Mahoney of the Portsmouth lodge will deliver the service with officers of the lodge taking part.
The German high command warned that it may abandon Geneva and Hague conventions as hostilities rise after French General LeClerc threatened to execute German hostages. An inquiry was ordered to assess adherence to international law amid alleged enemy infringements.
Willis N Rugs reelected secretary of St Andrew's lodge AF and AM for the 36th consecutive year at the annual meeting in the Masonic temple. Harold S Carter was elected worshipful master with officers Theodore C Hay Burnham Averill Alonzo Parks James H Smith Roland J Noyes Howard R Noyes. Installation scheduled for Monday evening December 11.
Lt. Gen. Brehon Somervell says the plain truth of front supply is that requirements are growing and expenditures exceed expectations. He told the Associated Industries of Massachusetts that the answer lies in shifting from production to essential industries and winding down nonessential manufacturing.
Elaine Le Pevre of New Paitz New York reported to police that a mink neckpiece valued at 500 dollars was stolen from her car after she parked on a downtown street. She identified herself as the daughter of U S Representative Jay Le Fevre and said a ventilator of her machine had been forced to gain entrance.
London, Dec. 2 AP Princess Elizabeth undertakes her first solo public duty by launching Britain's mightiest battleship The ceremony marks her personal standard for the royal navy The ship’s size armament date and name remained secret with the origin only described as a northern British shipyard The vessel targets the Japanese navy
Army and navy announced no grounds for court martial of U S military personnel over Pearl Harbor. Boards of inquiry cited errors in judgment and lack of skill in Washington and Hawaii as factors in the disaster. Generals and lawyers voiced confidence in vindication for Admiral Kimmel and Major General Short.
Nearly 200 Portsmouth businessmen and leaders gathered at the Masonic hall for a testimonial banquet to Governor-Elect Charles M. Dale. Cedric Foster cautioned that the global war could last years, with Japan and Germany ready to fight on defense lines and pursue negotiated peace if unchallenged. Foster traced Japan’s rise, praised the Russian army and Stalin, and predicted a final battle between the United Nations and Japan on Asian soil. John Greenaway chaired the event with naval and harbor officials among the guests. he presented Dale a wrist watch at the conclusion.
U S infantry eight miles from Saarbrucken while Third Army armor holds the Saar line. American forces thrust toward Cologne and Linnich as Ninth Army counters near Julich. Russian and Ukrainian offensives press west of Budapest with Pest evacuated and Danube defenses strengthening.
Lt Clarence J Premo USN 43 husband of Hthel Premo of Somersworth was killed in action in the Pacific area. A Navy veteran since youth he reenlisted after retirement and served in the Pacific. Mrs Premo and two daughters June and Donna live in San Diego California.
Judge Abraham E. Pinanski reviews a second request for a new trial by John F. Noxon Jr. after his conviction for electrocuting his mentally deficient son Lawrence. Former Gov. Joseph B. Ely urged the court that county costs already reach about 40000 dollars, suggesting life is valued at less than 45000.
War Manpower Commission area director Barry announces a new U S Employment Service policy in Portsmouth to staff must and urgent war production plants. A 15 day hiring referral limit may extend 15 more days if needed to support war effort. All applicants must be referred by the U S Employment Service. The plan aims to speed returns of service members by boosting area staffing.
A 1844 New York piece satirically imagines a hypothetical European conflict with exaggerated forces and actions by nations such as Holland Denmark Latvia Estonia Switzerland and Iceland. The author lampoons prewar rhetoric and Hitler era fear mongering.
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