09 Jul 1945
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1945
Page
1
The National Maritime Union yesterday launched a protest across multiple counties aimed at improving merchant seamen conditions. A fire at West Tad Fire Company destroyed several structures but firefighters saved adjacent engines.
London reports confirm the arrest in Hraslapat Bohemia of a Gestapo official linked to the Lidice massacre. The Prague broadcast identified the man as responsible for the razing of the Czech village and the killing of its male residents. Marshal Choi Bo San leaves Moscow after a tense visit amid Chinese premier Soong’s arrival.
Washington reports the Office of Price Administration launches a campaign to stop over issuing civilian gasoline rations as consumption climbs. It notes civilian stamp values exceed the gasoline set aside and cites last month’s issuance of 100,000 gallons daily and an extra 140,600 barrels per day allocated by the Petroleum Administration for War alongside 1,264,000 barrels previously allotted.
American and British officials warn real Western military rule in Berlin hinges on control of food and fuel. Western zones may withdraw if a practical solution is not reached, as experts say Berlin relies on Russian outskirts for most edibles. Berlin’s daily ration nears 2,000 calories, with about 3,000 tons of food needed and 600 tons in the American zone. Coal at 4,000 tons monthly falls short, worsening gas and water heating and causing dysentery.
Margaret recalls a tense, odd encounter with friendly yet wary natives. The group notes skulls and bones from tribal wars but reports no trouble. A local elder named Pete extends a handshake, easing tension. discussions include Dayton, a possible film role for Lana Turner.
Private Bertucci opened fire from a guard tower at a POW camp near Salt Lake City, killing eight and wounding six before surrendering. Army officials described the incident as sudden and he was to face formal charges. Bertucci had a prior record including a court martial and disciplinary actions. Survivors and victims were treated at Bushnell General Hospital and the camp hospital.
Strikes spreading coast to coast protest upcoming wage cuts effective July 15. Union officers say pickets will display This is not a strike while highlighting reduced bonuses of varying percentages across regions including 100 percent plus $5 daily in some waters. Notable actions include Akron Goodyear Navy control, R R Donnelley Chicago layoffs, New York City newspaper deliverers continuing work under WLB, and large U A W C L O and AFL incidents at Mack Manufacturing Plainfield and New Brunswick plus other sites.
Syracuse residents observed a morning eclipse with 63 percent solar coverage. The event began at 7 08 with a sun dot and ended at 9 07, the first total eclipse in the U S since F D Roosevelt’s early days, seen mainly in Boise and Helena and west of the Rockies.
Weekend communiques report 49 Japanese ships sunk or damaged and 64 planes destroyed. Chinese forces retake bases and advance toward Indo China while Amoy to Formosa coastlines see renewed fighting. Mustangs clash with new Japanese fighters near Tokyo as air defenses revive. British losses include carrier damage from kamikaze attacks and the Ulster destroyer. Australians push toward oil fields in Borneo with Northwest Pacific operations ongoing.
London report says the new Polish unity government and Russia signed a mutual trade agreement for goods valued at 180 million dollars to be exchanged in the second half of 1945. The prior 1939 Russo Polish treaty set annual trade around 28 million dollars.
In a large caucus room, Stettinius argued five major nations must unite to sustain peace under the UN charter. He warned the Security Council cannot ensure security without domestic economic and social stability, and urged progress on both peace and welfare fronts. The White House released his 50,000-word report on the San Francisco conference, stressing dual fronts for lasting peace and warning of future depressions if neglected.
A bill seeking total exclusion of Japanese from the Philippines was approved today by the Commonwealth Congress, marking a decisive policy action amid wartime tensions. The measure aims to regulate movements and banish Japanese nationals from the territory under wartime authority.
In a Manila joint session, General MacArthur urged that no nation can rely solely on its own defense. security now requires international cooperation. He praised Filipinos for loyalty and noted altered wartime conditions enable Philippine independence, while officials outlined American occupation plans directing long term peace and civilian control.
An advertisement touts Arthur Murray’s dance instruction promising quick gains in confidence and popularity. Six hours with a certified expert claim to modernize dancing, urging enrollment at 527 S Warren St opposite Hotel Syracuse with contact number 36145.
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