26 May 1943
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1943
Page
1
A wartime column denounces economic strains and consumer hardship while urging continued sacrifice. It condemns Axis aggression, praises Allied leadership, and calls for stronger production, unity, and eventual invasion to defeat Germany, with references to France Poland Greece and other occupied nations.
The piece argues Japan's Manchuria actions warned by 1930s standards, citing expansion against Allied nations and China. It claims the United States and Philippines stance and urges Japan be rendered powerless to halt its perceived aggression and reassert control.
Washington reports on John L. Lewis leading talks with coal mine owners over portal-to-portal pay for miners. The dispute centers on paying for underground travel time plus on-site work, with the War Labor Board proposing a settlement covering surface and underground workers based on average travel time. A federal court ruling favoring iron ore workers adds pressure, though iron ore and coal scales differ.
English women are performing exceptionally in war work with evident skill and enthusiasm. The article contrasts orderly organization in the United States with England’s ready efficiency and notes WAACs in the U S have faced criticism and uneven recognition.
The text argues for a dedicated women’s organization to lead and direct female wartime work, free from labor or political ties. It calls for war bound leadership, led by Madam Perkins or a higher figure, to mobilize women who seek active, not passive, roles in all war activities.
Local draft board releases the latest classification list detailing registrants across multiple groups. Entries include names such as Williams Oscar Nelson and Heard Terry with 1-A status, plus others in 2-B 4-F and P classes, reflecting first to sixth registrations and varying classifications.
Arthur D. Whiteside, veteran Dun and Bradstreet executive, is appointed director of civilian supplies at the War Production Board. He will decide what raw materials and goods are allotted for civilian needs and recommend rationing levels while ensuring equitable distribution, especially to isolated areas. He aims to improve distribution after an initial adjustment period.
Ochlochnee Ga May 26 senior class presents Aunt Tillie Goes You fown a play by Wilbur Braun in the high school auditorium May 31. The comic mishap centers on Aunt Tillie mistaking a fiancé's suitcase for hers and her dress swap capers with Mervin Tucker. Admission 15 and 30 cents to aid commencement expenses. Cast includes Eleanor Kennington Lois Butler W L Smith Jr Rufus Bullock Jr Virginia Reneau Larlie Lewis Jimmy Groover Elizabeth Sanders E W Hal Mary Singletary.
Congress agrees on a pay as you go income tax plan set to take effect July 1. The War Labor Board proposes terms for a six day week and travel time pay, prompting renewed UMW-operator talks. Churchill and diplomats discuss Italy, with some fearing no Allied invasion this summer and a drive on Berlin.
A tank comprises 8,000 components. Jackrabbits are noted for leaping over a seven foot barrier.
Meigs Ga residents hosted and visited friends across Pelham Thomasville Albany and Bainbridge with guests including Pvt Spud Jackson from Fort Benning Mims Aultman Jr EB Austman and numerous Singletarys. Several locals traveled to Thomasville Augusta Bainbridge and Jacksonville for shopping visits graduations and family gatherings.
Meigs Ga May 26 seniors prepare for graduation Monday night with 17 members in the class under Superintendent W H Rehberg. Preceding events include a senior play and a piano and speech recital directed by Mrs Hilla Jones Carter. Reverend J A Duren will deliver the baccalaureate sermon Sunday at 9:00 pm in the school auditorium.
A column lists residents Cleo Miller Dorothy Alligood Shiver Mary Gurly Saleah Sasser Marjorie Merritt Joe Booth Roger Alligood Roy Whigham Max Ellis and Milton Palmer as part of a community roll call. The roster highlights several families and individuals contributing to local affairs.
Washington reports World War II fighting on Attu Island entering day 16 as U S forces push Japanese remnants from rock fortifications. Persistent fog snow sleet and rain hinder operations though progress continues. allied air power expected to speed mop up if weather breaks.
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