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Newspaper
Portsmouth Times
Location
Portsmouth, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1945
Page
1
A concise wartime overview explains how salvaged wastepaper is collected and processed for overseas use as war supplies. It outlines the life cycle from gathering at collection points to its final role in supporting the front lines, emphasizing the permanence of loss when destined for military production.
In San Francisco on June 8 amid a UN conference, small nations approve a veto voting formula for the Security Council. Russia accepts that any big power veto cannot block discussion, signaling a near end to a deadlock and a possible final charter draft within two weeks.
Russia shows resolve under direct appeal to restore security, signaling continued involvement in global stability efforts. Analysts note steady posture amid rising tensions and calls for coordinated diplomacy.
The Senate finance committee rejected a plan to cut tariffs by up to 50 percent and extend reciprocal trade terms. The vital amendment failed 10 to 9 with seven Republicans and three Democrats supporting it, eight Democrats and Sen LaFollette opposed. The panel's action spurred plans to reinsert the rate-cut authority when the bill is revived, likely next Tuesday.
Paratroopers, first outsiders to reach the isolated Shangri La valley 150 miles southwest of Hollandia, jump to aid a 30 year old WAC and two airmen after a crash that killed 23 Army personnel in a 24 day old tragedy. Eight Filipino paratroopers and a medical assistant also parachute to assist amid danger, as observers recount the dramatic recovery and search in the Oranje mountain valley.
President Truman said a thorough study is needed before relaxing wage controls, keeping the Little Steel formula in place. He rejected an urgent appeal by labor leaders led by William Green of the American Federation.
Staff Sgt. Homer Montgomery son of Mr and Mrs Henry Mann of Cole's Park was killed in action in Belgium January 2. He served in an armored division, trained at Camp Polk and Camp Cook, and went overseas December 1943. Married November 25 1942 to Elsie DeHart of New Boston. Survived by parents wife and several siblings. Clarence E Haston also listed killed in Germany April 14 while serving as a laboratory technician.
About 350 workers of the Cincinnati Newport and Covington Railway Co ended an 11 day walkout in Covington, restoring normal service for thousands of northern Kentucky commuters. Workers, part of the Amalgamated Association, voted yesterday to return to their jobs today while awaiting a War Labor Board settlement on overtime pay disputes.
President Truman announced at his news conference that he expects to meet with Premier Stalin and Prime Minister Churchill within the next 40 days to discuss world affairs. He rejected France’s bid for a big five meeting on the Middle East, saying the Levantine issue can be resolved at a lower level.
Washington reports about 35 percent of the nations 8 553 200 B card motorists will qualify for extra supplementary gasoline when the ration ceiling rises to 650 miles a month effective June 11. OPA estimates 3 million B card holders need more for essential driving. McCullough warns those already meeting needs to avoid applying, as their requests will be denied. B-6 and C-6 coupons expire June 30, and windshield markers are no longer required.
Two senators introduced a bill to raise congressional compensation from 10000 to 20000 dollars a year in response to President Truman’s suggestion that lawmakers are underpaid. The measure, sponsored by Senator Overton of Louisiana, seeks to adjust pay to reflect duties and cost of living.
U S Representative Edward McCowen of Wheelersburg joined nine Ohio lawmakers in voting for a 2500 dollar annual tax free expense allowance for House members while Thomas Jenkins of Ironton joined 11 opponents. The measure passed 206 to 152, and both men supported ratification of the Bretton Woods agreements.
Bridges of New Hampshire would raise the vice president salary from 15000 to 25000 and cabinet officers from 15000 to 20000 while the speaker of the house and the president pro tempore of the senate would see 25000 if the bill passes. Mr. Truman offered no immediate prospect of wage increases.
Scioto County war bond campaign reaches one third of its $2,123,000 quota with $723,636 raised to date and 10 days remaining. Thursday’s individual sales total $21,531, including $14,831 in series E bonds, bringing E bonds to $584,964 of a $1,548,000 goal. Campaign chairman Rev. Roger J. Turrell urges stronger effort as the final week nears.
President Truman urged Americans to stay at home to ease rail travel demands. He signaled possible government control of travel if needed, but hopes such action won’t be necessary and that present restrictions will stay in place.
Scattered showers in the Ohio valley with a slight warmup tonight and Saturday. Observer Schirrman reports 11 am reading of 58 with a 48 minimum today. yesterday reached 61. One year ago today the high was 80 and the low 46.
Gen George S Patton Jr arrives at Bedford airport after a triumphant US tour and declares I sincerely hope I fight the Japanese He is greeted by wife Mrs Patton and his son as crowds cheer the returning war hero in Boston June 8 1945.
Washington June 8 army and navy combat casualties total 1 012049 to day an increase of 9162 in the past week the army total 895834 reported through May 30 reflects fighting through early May total casualties 116215 up 3347 last week navy figures show 44503 killed 56767 wounded 10705 missing and 4240 prisoners Truman names Omar Bradley to head veterans affairs Bradley from Moberly Missouri will replace Brig Gen Frank T Hines who resigns to take an undisclosed post Other appointments include John B Hutson undersecretary of agriculture W Stuart Symington chairman surplus property board and Paul M Herzog to the national labor relations board Bradley will not assume veterans retraining duties at this time
Three government agencies announced that no sugar has been allocated for producing beverage alcohol in connection with the July liquor holiday. The statement, issued in Washington, clarifies enforcement during the period.
The Senate approved the Reiners bill to raise unemployment benefits from 16 dollars weekly for 18 weeks to 21 dollars for 22 weeks, sparking a renewed House battle. Union locals packed the Columbus chamber in protest as Republicans opposed raising benefits to 25 dollars for 2 weeks and boosting other measures sought by organized labor.
Washington June 8 Action now on a program for compulsory post war military training was proposed today by Karl T Compton president of Massachusetts Institute of Technology He told the house committee on post war military policy that America should establish a reasonable military program and show the world it means business when preserving peace and ready to adopt strong measures to insure safety against attack.
Cairo reports the Arab League council bluntly tells France to withdraw forces from Syria and Lebanon immediately. The communique blames Paris for recent "assassination, destruction and losses" and says force may be used to resist aggressive actions, warning of continued tensions across Arab states and impact on the war effort against Japan.
Washington June 8 Allied and Axis figures show the battle of the Atlantic cost the Nazis about 700 submarines. The U boats also took heavy Allied losses in lives and materiel. President Truman and Prime Minister Churchill said the navy reported U boats sunk less than one of every 1000 ships convoyed by the US Atlantic fleet.
As Okinawa nears fall with 66,324 Japanese dead, Japan buckles toward bypassing parliament for emergency rule. US carriers strike southern Japan while Marine divisions press west toward Naha. Tokyo reports massive air raids, ships sunk, and rising public demand for imperial decree governance.
House Republicans unveiled a plan to dissolve four federal war time offices including War Information, Economic Stabilization, Inter-American Affairs, and the War Relocation Authority. They said the plan would come with the $769.765 million wartime agencies appropriation bill this afternoon.
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