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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1945
Page
6
In Guam on May 19 more than 400 B 29 Superforts attacked Japan,壮 bombing Tokyo and Hamamatsu industrial targets and laying mines in two waterways. About 200 bombers struck Hamamatsu around noon in the heaviest raid yet, dropping over 2,000 tons of demolition bombs.
San Francisco reports Japan trains school children to fight to the finish as invasion looms. Radio Tokyo boasted that Takasaki’s Minami national school pupils are becoming adept at hand grenade throwing to prepare for the intensifying war.
A minesweeper operating off the English coast disappeared at 11:59 p.m. May 8 after a heavy underwater blast just one minute before the war in Europe ended. Lifeboats from two stations found only two cushions floating.
Rome May 19 Allied commander Sir Harold Alexander charged Marshal Tito of Yugoslavia with intent to seize parts of northeast Italy and southern Austria by force. He said Tito aimed to establish territorial claims by arms and that efforts for a friendly agreement failed. Alexander stated trusteeship over disputed lands until peace conference. Tito’s reply to suggestions of no frontier changes caused surprise in Washington.
County reports wheat beginning to head with warm weather likely to bring harvest around June 15 to 20. Keedysville forecaster J A Miller notes fields show 90 to 100 percent crop, with some yellowing stalks but overall excellent condition. No corn planted yet due to wet grounds, but farmers say planting through late June still allows maturation before frost.
A cold north wind made it feel colder than it is with a low of 52 degrees overnight. The Weather Man says it will stay cool into tomorrow afternoon.
William Streen Saie has been granted a divorce from Beulah Mae Buff. Attorney Calvert K Hartie appeared for the complainant.
A pair of wrens resumed nest building at the Frank Harper residence on South Cannon Avenue after one became trapped in the bird box for several days. Mrs. Harper reported a missing wren, and Mr. Harper widened the box entrance, allowing the birds to settle and continue nesting.
Sgt. Robert Scott son of Mr and Mrs Albert Scott of 215 East Irvin has been recommended for the Bronze Star for voluntary heroism overseas. He returned to the States in April and is hospitalized with injuries from a mine blast near Aachen during active service.
A fairly severe earthquake was recorded this morning on the Fordham University seismograph, with the first shock at 4 02 18 a m and the second at 4 07 44 3 a m about 2250 miles southwest of New York. The Rev Joseph J Lynch reported the findings.
Liberated Col. George L. Shoemaker aged 29 and previously missing since last November was freed by British and U S forces. A card in his handwriting received by his wife Mrs Linnie Shoemaker 848 Spruce street confirms he is well and expects to return home soon after being reported a prisoner of war by the War department on December 28.
John R. Mills Jr., 29, a Bucktown farmer, was instantly killed by lightning while planting tomatoes near his home. His brother Carl was stunned by the bolt as a large black cloud darkened the sky, and officials said Mills died instantly.
Earl Watkins a 19 year old Baltimore inmate was indicted for the murder of William Johnson aged 16 at the Penal Farm. He will be tried in circuit court on Friday May 25 with former State's Attorney D Angle Wolfinger as his defense. Wolfinger was appointed by Judge Joseph D Mish this morning. Watkins made no statement at arraignment. Others indicted by the May grand jury will be arraigned Tuesday at 10 AM. Criminal cases proceed Thursday morning.
The Washington County Welfare Board clarified that employing a recipient of aid does not automatically cancel the grant. Chairman D Raymond Snively noted eligibility for assistance remains based on defined policy criteria.
Commander Walter Lineweaver son of Mr and Mrs Charles Lineweaver Hancock has been attached to the staff of Admiral Ernest J King in Washington DC as Communications Officer He previously served on the staff of Admiral Lord Louis Mountbatten in New Delhi India for over a year and now resides in Alexandria Virginia
The local real estate market stayed muted with total weekly sales around 50000. Transactions include Mary TL Long and Irvin Long selling on West Washington Avalon avenue for 3300, Charles D Betts to Robert F Smith on Salem avenue for 5000, Home Builders Savings and Loan to William C Lum on Cearfoss pike for 2300, Hubert EB Jones to William A Miller on Park and Wabash for 1900, S Luther McLucas to William HB Martin on Elizabeth street for 3300, and Raymond E Foster and wife to ? continuing lineage.
Leroy F Juillerat a local garage worker was charged with using a fictitious vehicle marker forfeiting $51 in collateral in city court. State trooper Charles Mades arrested him after he altered a 1944 Pennsy tag to read 1945. Juillerat said his wife owns the car and refused to sign a 1945 tag application. The estranged wife lives in Pennsylvania while Juillerat works here.
S/Sgt. James R. Smith, son of Mr and Mrs James S Smith Hancock Rt 2, died on May 6 in an English hospital of wounds received in Germany a month earlier. Parents advised by War Dept after earlier word he was seriously wounded. he wrote he hoped to return home but would not be able to get around like before. Two brothers survive in the service.
The Pennsylvania Railroad says it will repair the crossings on Church Franklin Washington and Antietam streets after obtaining materials. The city officials received a letter this morning acknowledging the poor condition and promising proper permanent repairs.
War Bond drive statement from Vice Admiral C H McMorris urges Americans to buy more bonds to support Pacific Fleet operations against Japan. The message emphasizes every home front action speeds victory and pays double dividends during this critical stage of the war.
Premier Stalin stated the arrest of 16 Poles cannot block polish reforms. He outlined three conditions for solving the Polish question, starting with recognizing the Warsaw government as the core of a national unity entity. The issue has prompted protests in Britain and the United States.
A survey shows Washington and nearby city residents travel to Hagerstown and county towns for meat and poultry as beef runs scarce in Washington. A county farmer grounds hundreds of pounds daily for shipment, while locals note abundant county meat and local butchers.
In Guam May 19, a major Okinawa battle centers on Sugar Loaf fortress a 150 foot hill guarding eastern paths to Naha and Shuri. Japanese troops pour into the fight to hold the hill while the 29th regiment of the U S Sixth Marine Division bears the brunt. Marines seized the northern slope after seven days of heavy combat but the southern slope remains in Japanese hands as patrols press near Naha.
A Turkish radio commentator quoted as saying Moscow will issue an ultimatum to Japan warning the Soviet Union will enter the Pacific war unless Tokyo accepts allied conditions. The demand centers on Japan surrendering all areas she occupies to remove bases that threaten the USSR.
The Office of the Washington County Ration Board reports that sugar and shoe application forms have arrived and will be mailed within the next days to all who applied. Those who have not applied may call at the ration office next week to obtain forms. Over 1000 persons listed their names at the ration office will receive the forms.
President Truman will go on air Monday at 1 p m Eastern War Time to address a joint session of Congress on the 100th Congressional Medal of Honor award. Infantry recipient will be T/Set. Jake Lindsey of Lucedale. Speech expected to be between 40 and 50 words on all major networks.
Thieves with one or more cars looted garages behind Fairground avenue last night siphoning gasoline from several cars and stealing accessories. Carl Bender 647 Mulberry street found the break in this morning and alerted Detective Wayne Sellman. Bender estimates about nine gallons stolen from his car. Allan Gardner 900 The Terrace reported gas ration coupons stolen from his car’s glove compartment.
Indications point to May being a banner month for divorce actions as two new suits filed today raise the month total to 24. The cases named May still Cahill versus S Rinehart Cahill and Edwin Divine versus Virginia Linwood Divine.
Washington may 19 Py Fuel oil rations will be granted during summer for cooking stoves and hot water heaters even though householders may burn wood or coal as a provision. The OPA announced these measures effective now through September.
Chungking dispatch reports Chinese forces fully recaptured Foochow after breaking in Thursday night and completing the takeover by Friday morning. Observers say Japan may abandon southeast Asia, moving troops toward positions north of the Yellow River as evacuations from Burma to Thailand begin. Reports also indicate Japanese withdrawal from Wenchow Amoy Swatow and possible moves to Hong Kong, cutting these ports from Japan and Formosa.
Dr Alfred Rosenberg long tied to Nazi education and ideology was reportedly arrested by Allied forces and jailed. He was said to be found yesterday in a Flensburg hospital. As a member of Hitler’s Old Guard, Rosenberg led the Reich’s ideological policy since 1934 and headed the party foreign political office and civil administration in eastern occupied areas.
The submarine U-2534 with a German general and the bodies of two Japanese who committed Hara Kirui entered Portsmouth New Hampshire today and anchored under escort. Major General Ulrich Kessler, Luftwaffe general lieutenant, was identified aboard, and the vessel also carried German air plans.
SUPREME HEADQUARTERS reports the 15th Army will govern about 14 000 square miles in Germany including the Saar basin Rhine valley and western industrial area under Lt Gen Leonard T Gerow The 5th Army will command this enlarged zone with major cities such as Dusseldorf Aachen Cologne and Coblenz and a large civilian population The announcement outlines the occupier role following World War I era precedents
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