10 Sep 1945
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1945
Page
1
MacArthur outlined postwar policy for Japan asserting self rule under Allied orders with occupation troops to enforce decisions if needed. He urged troops to respect Japanese rights while limiting civil liberties to military security. A light censorship was noted and troops would be demobilized once peace is consolidated, with date depending on occupation duties.
North of Tokyo two additional bases Katsuura and Kitsuma were seized by American forces Sunday. Lt Gen Robert L Eichelberger said part of his Eighth Army would move north from Tokyo and two divisions would occupy Hokkaido around Oct 5. MacArthur's HQ said the Japanese government would be asked to surrender war criminals when sought.
The article describes hiding in a concrete air raid shelter near Tojo’s home in the Yora district, with Tojo and his family saving themselves during a fire raid. Interpreter Kasai, a liberal former Diet member, notes Kasai’s past political pressure and Tojo’s son-in-law Major Koga’s harakiri following the failed plan to block the emperor peace message.
Mrs Wainwright and General Wainwright arrive after a long motor trip from Shaneateles New York and a refueling stop in Omaha Nebraska. The homecoming includes a White House visit with President Truman at 3 p m and a promised War Department report on his Japanese treatment during 40 months in captivity. The couple plan a parade and welcomes from Congress as they bridge years of separation. The General, gaunt from abuse, declines comment on guard mistreatment while a lengthy communications gap marked their exile in the Philippines.
The trial concluded with Vidkun Quisling found guilty and sentenced to death. Prosecutors argued his agency aided German troops into Norway, collapsing its defenses. Quisling claimed patriotism and cooperated to spare his country, while experts said he was sane with unusual mental traits.
The Associated Broadcasting Corp reports a preparatory schedule expanding to 21 stations including WMCA New York WEE New Britain and others across states. The lineup features regional stations and concerts, with Gladys Conerat and Leb Haw noted among performers in varied markets.
Late Friday night a car carrying Leonard Al Hicks of Funkstown and others struck the north side of Memorial Bridge on West Main Street in Waynesboro. Hicks said he steered to avoid a fast vehicle from the Old Mill Inn driveway. the other car fled the scene. Damage to the Hicks car was about $200.
Weather observer notes swallows depart in early October while snowbirds arrive in November. Winter residents include sparrows cardinals and chickadees. After a wet growing season Mr Miller predicts rapid ripening of late crops with a three hour rain aiding pasture and late potatoes. Rain measured .52 inch at Keedysville and .10 inch elsewhere. Temperatures rose to 79 degrees and then dropped to 60 degrees.
Barton Md Sept 10 Continued high water slowed repairs to Barton Dam after it burst during a torrential rain. Damages are estimated near 1000 dollars, far below yesterday’s 10000 projection by Mayor Hoffa. The reservoir remains half full and Bartlett Run stays high. cloudburst cut power and disrupted Celanese Cumberland operations with several textile departments flooded.
The Associated Press reports ongoing ration stamps details for books four and three. Fats and meats retain red point values for used fats, sugar four book stamps remain valid, some stamps are bypassed or invalid, and airplane shoe stamps stay valid indefinitely.
Staff Sgt. Gene D. Birdwell, held as a POW in Japan, learns his wife Ann Birdwell remarried his uncle Jack Marshall in Kansas City. Ann wed Marshall 12 days before Birdwell’s rescue. Birdwell seeks speedy return home. The story also notes Birdwell’s wartime captures, beatings, and camp transfers.
In a roundup from the Pacific theater, sailors Lynford G. Moser and Willard W. Higgins are cited for duties aboard LSTs and carriers, with Okinawa involvement noted. Fireman first class Russell B. Trumpower Jr and Sgt Samuel B. Phillips Jr, plus Lt Richard S. Phillips, are highlighted with ship assignments and family links in Maryland and New York. A Silver Star recipient, Alvey G. Banzhoff, is mentioned alongside his decorations as the Phillips siblings plan a reunion. The piece closes with a safety note on packing perfume to prevent staining.
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