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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1944
Page
1
Weekly news analysis reports continued Allied air raids against Nazi western defenses and railroads. It notes lag in farm machinery output and mentions British bombings of the Dutch East Indies. Opinions are reflected as the newspaper union’s analysis.
Allied air forces bombed across western Europe and the Balkans in a sustained campaign. U S and British bombers and fighters attacked France the Low Countries and Germany while railways airports and factories were key targets. In 36 hours over 6000 flights were reported. Russians pressed in the Carpathians and near Ploesti while Sevastopol faced siege in the Crimea.
Nazi leaders Hermann Goering and Joseph Goebbels used Hitler’s 55th birthday to urge unquestioned loyalty amid bombing and chaos. Goering warned of dangers ahead and hardships for Germany, pledging not to lay down arms until the Reich’s future is secured. Goebbels said leaders face setbacks, calling for loyalty to Hitler through all war storms.
After surveying over 200000 people estates and trusts and 16000 firms the U S Treasury reports American holdings in more than 50 foreign countries totaling 13500000000 Most are in Allied nations two thirds of holdings are in home goods bonds and factories abroad U S stakes in Axis or occupied countries reach 3775000000 with 129000000 in Germany 265000000 in Italy 80089000 in Japan 45000000 in Romania and 55000000 in Hungary Largest investments are in Canada 4375000000 and Great Britain 1030000000 Cuba 785000000 Mexico 420000000 Argentina 358000000 Brazil 30000000
War Production Board official Stacy May says manpower and net material will be the biggest obstacles to resuming civilian goods output in 1944. He notes potential reductions in some munitions programs, but army demand for casualty replacements could offset civilian shifts. Declines in construction and factory efficiency may free more workers for consumer goods, with steel aluminum and copper likely available later, though parts shortages could bottleneck progress.
British bombers attacked the Dutch East Indies for the first time in 18 months, burning docks warehouses and shipping in the northern islands. In eastern India British and Indian troops defended the Bengal Assam railroad as U S and Chinese forces push a supply road toward China in northern Burma. In the South Pacific, U S army and navy bombers targeted the Caroline islands, a gateway to Japan's core holdings.
War Food Administration official Marvin Jones said farm machinery production may not meet full demand due to push to build landing barges and invasion craft. He noted current outputs of combines balers side delivers and other gear and that exports and UNRRA allocations are nil. April 1 totals showed 36000 combines 8000 balers 23000 side takes 44000 spreaders 121000 tractors and 15000 cornpickers with 9.08 million farm workers, about 226000 fewer than a year earlier, yet USDA expects rural labor to meet revised food goals with organized programs and seasonal volunteers.
The American Meat Institute reports meat packing industry net income at 1.1 percent of sales in 1943, the lowest among major manufacturers. Officials say banana imports are hampered by shipping shortages between South America and the United States. First Class Private William B Murphree, a Tennessee deserter who joined the Marines to earn the Navy Cross in Carl yon's Raid, is detained after walking away from a marine hospital.
Governor Earl Warren of California opens the Republican national convention in Chicago on June 24 as keynote speaker. Warren, a six foot two figure known for racket-busting, supports the Mackinac declaration calling for international cooperation while preserving U S sovereignty. He urges Republicans to avoid discord that could derail a wartime and postwar renewal under a more capable administration.
Congress weighs extending lend-lease to June 30, 1945, with an amendment limiting the President’s power over final settlements involving foreign commitments. The House sent the bill to the Senate after a 334 to 21 vote, while Republican efforts to require return of lend-lease munitions after the war were defeated.
More than 123000 fans attended the 1944 season start. The Cubs beat the Reds 3 0 in Cincinnati before 30154. The Cardinals shutout the Pirates 2 0 in St Louis with 4030 in attendance. Johnny Lindell hit the first major league homer of the year for the Yankees in a 3 0 win over the Red Sox. The A’s beat the Senators 3 2 in 12 innings in the game that featured the first extra inning contest of the season.
Strikes at Montgomery Ward and Ford Motor Company of Canada dominated the labor scene. Ward's, the No. 2 mail order house, resumed shipments after unions tied deliveries in solidarity with CIO locals over a refused bargaining contract. About 14,000 Ford Canada workers idle after a walkout protesting CIO stewards' discharge and contract cancellation.
About 90 Australian brides and fiancées of American soldiers landed in the United States eager to inspect their new homeland. One wife, Doris Jean Lebash of Shinnston West Virginia, recalled the Aussie perception of American life and clothing. The article notes that Australian wives may seek citizenship after two years and that children born abroad gain citizenship after five years under the U S flag.
Government savings reduce annual board and room costs for the army to an estimated 465.06 with breakdowns 215.35 for food 173.70 for clothing 44.70 for individual equipment and 31.31 for barracks equipment. Production costs on contractor supplied items have been cut.
Washington Digest reports Dr. Ralph W. Phillips of the Agriculture Department, sent with 21 colleagues to China, sharing practical dairy and livestock advice. He emphasizes teaching cows milk production, breeding improvements, and crossbreeding possibilities with Mongolian stock to boost western Chinese herds while fostering people to people ties beyond diplomacy. He notes China’s two farming zones and the need to raise output for military and civilian needs. The effort follows cultural exchange links like Cornell and Nanking, amid wartime constraints.
Premier Hideki Tojo's government outlines a nationwide plan to use land along railways highways and other empty spaces to grow pumpkins and soybeans to improve wartime food supply. The plan echoes victory gardens with similar aims. Yanks on leave in British restaurants fetch roast beef Yorkshire pudding ash and chips while Brits adopt American dishes like cheese with pie and fried chicken and waffles as exchanges of recipes and ideas are noted.
Senators irked by curtailment of Australian army debated sending more U S troops to aid India as Field Marshal Dill urged reinforcements. Kaiser’s massive wooden transport plane progresses amid Navy opposition and possible Martin influence. Hughes pledges bond and RFC financing continues. Farmers gain price relief as Lyndon Johnson and Vinson push reforms cutting dried egg profits, while Russia faces weariness but sees near victory. Merry-Go-Round notes Rosenman in White House office shifts as FDR contemplates re election plans.
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