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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1942
Page
4
Washington dispatches report possible fall delay in drafting 18 and 19 year olds while army officials favor younger men. Congress hesitates but could act if vital. The piece recalls young soldiers’ contributions in U S history with a 16 year old who joined near Gettysburg.
De Witt Mackenzie analyzes the Allied air campaign against Germany, highlighting Cologne and Essen devastation, and questioning German morale under sustained bombing. He notes Douhet’s theory on total city destruction and warns of possible brutal reprisals as war enters a relentless phase.
Rubber and gasoline limits threaten U S fairs planned this year with Dallas Texas great state fair already canceled Am arillo may cancel Albuquerque and Roswell fairs proceed unless war conditions change federal and army officials urge continuing sports not interfering with the war effort defense areas restrict night events where crowds form near factories and production sites but generally approved to hold usual events and gatherings.
The article notes experts warn the army could grow to seven million or more, with Taft reporting figures suggesting four to five million could be raised next year without drafting younger men or those with families. It argues 18 and 19 year olds and dependents should be drafted only when necessary.
Senator LaFollette urges the Senate to back the House bill raising army privates pay to fifty dollars a month. The Senate had set forty two dollars and conference committees have failed to agree. If no agreement is reached soon, pay may stay at the current rate until fall.
British reports say Rommel's Africa offensive is failing with Axis gains limited to a narrow area between minefield gaps. RAF air superiority keeps the skies, while 14 RAF bombers are listed missing in a Cologne raid. General Auchinleck's troops push west of Knightsbridge amid shifting battles.
On the Russian Front Hitler headquarters said fighting raged in Volkhovo a swampy area 80 miles southeast of Leningrad near the Len ingrad Moscow railway. The Red Army supposedly crushed enemy forces west of Moscow with over 1500 killed and 2000 prisoners. On the southern front both sides rested after Kharkov. Red Air claimed 1366 enemy planes down with 479 Soviet losses in May. Red Star said Germans failed to seize air initiative.
German munitions caused heavy damage in Duisburg as Allied bombers raided western Germany. London reported two German planes reaching the capital for the first time in seven months with limited damage as night raids continued elsewhere. The air ministry noted 7,700 daylight sweeps over occupied France in a month and the destruction of about 15 full German fighter squadrons in five months, framing it as a western front effort alongside bomber offensives.
Navy enlistments continue as 500 recruiting stations prepare Sunday June 7 for the oath ceremony. New Mexico recruits will assemble at Santa Fe main station to take the oath, honoring the 200th Battalion veterans from Bataan. Roswell recruiting site urges applications at the Post Office Building.
Airmen claim preliminary strategic bombing could cripple Germany without land invasions by easing pressure on the Russian front and destroying industrial centers like Essen and Cologne. Traditionalists doubt total success but agree some immediate gains from air power are feasible. Proposals foresee pinpoint raids on bomber parts plants and oil refineries to disrupt production, with cooperation between air and ground forces as the ultimate approach.
Charlton explains how local boards determine who is essential and who may be deferred. He notes limited occupational deferments in New Mexico, urges registration with the U S Employment Service, and warns employers against penalizing men called to service. Married men and new dependents face specific criteria.
Shirley Spurlock one year old daughter of Mr and Mrs James S Spurlock Jr died at 730 last night after several days illness She was born in Roswell May 16 1941 The family resides at 315 East Eighth Street Funeral services were held at 3 o'clock this afternoon at Talmage Memorial Chapel with Allen Johnson Church of Christ in charge Vocal selections were by the church choir Interment followed at South Park
The text notes warehouses shipping centers and railway yards targeted as part of ongoing actions. It mentions Prime Minister Winston Churchill outlining plans to intensify these incidents in coming months and hints at Britain holding thousands of planes in reserve. It also references American air forces still to be heard from in Germany and concentrated in Britain.
A fashion feature notes teens influence on style as parents grant more liberty. Fall coats trend classic raglan or boy shoulder models in camel tan brown and red with hug me tight jackets over full skirts.
The report notes Heavy Rainstown near Nanchang and a Japanese push from Canton toward Hankow along the Canton-Hankow railway. Britain and the United States pledge lease lend war materials to China while Eden says aid continues. Madagascar troops move south, Androvorano captured near Suarez base. Allied air strikes hit Japanese positions in the Solomon Islands and Timor. Flying Tigers credited with destroying dozens of planes in Burma as prices react to weather and supply orders, with late-afternoon bale values down.
New York reports cotton prices fell for the fifth day in a row with July delivery slipping below 18 1/2 cents per pound. Traders cited weaker demand and hedge selling as the market slipped further.
District Judge Bryan G. Johnson plans a 9 30 p m radio address on six Albuquerque stations as he leans toward entering the Democratic gubernatorial race. The announcement follows a wave of Johnson for Governor clubs and signals a four way Democratic primary with Dempsey Grissom and Roach already in. Dempsey rallied supporters in Albuquerque urging strong administration for New Mexico amid wartime stakes.
British forces widened control around two gaps in the front near Knightsbridge and Trigh Capuzzo as Rommel’s Axis attack stalled. Air superiority and battlefield dominance favored the British, with the retreating Axis leaving many damaged machines salvageable while British pressure increased on Italian-German divisions.
The Roswell Sub-Depot at the Roswell Army Flying School offers a three month Mechanic Learner program for men and women aged 18 to 45, paying 75 cents per day starting June 5, 1942. After training, learners are promoted on the job with higher pay as they qualify for advanced skilled roles in aircraft maintenance and related departments. Applications are via local Civil Service Officers.
The senate and house resolve that a state of war exists between the United States and the government of Bulgaria. The president is authorized to use all naval and military forces and resources to wage war until a successful termination, with approval expected when the senate reconvenes Thursday.
Rev LeRoy Thompson pastor of First Presbyterian urged humane treatment of top prisoners of war and endorsed government policy. He linked juvenile delinquency to easy theft opportunities and urged merchants to lock back doors and citizens to secure garages. Knadle of Woolworth Co. attended. meeting presided by John McBoyle with Dave Wolf guiding the program.
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