Woman Names Liberty Ships and Christening Controversy
AWashington based report describes Liberty ship christenings with female names like Frances Willard and Frances E. Willard. The Maritime Commission faced debates over naming ships after women and a congressman's involvement. The piece notes controversy around Mrs. Kunitz and the christening duties as names were considered for postwar ships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kunitz
Commission
of Thin Christeners
Pullman
Paper Carives About Gas for Roosevelts
The notice reports a gas incident affecting Roosevelt properties, detailing a quiet fire that damaged the Stowe home and nearby structures. Officials cite a small blaze caused by gas leakage and extinguishment is underway.
Demand for More Tires to Support War Effort
Citizens urge Akron and the rubber industry to increase tire production for military use. The wartime need is urgent as more tires would speed guns and ammunition to front lines in Germany, potentially shortening the war and saving many lives. The call ends with a rallying cry to "Give 'em the fires."
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
WPB
Akron
Germany
Perimeter Defenses and Saipan Battle Reflections
Veteran memoirs recount a night defense on Saipan with perimeters like pioneer wagon lines to repel Japanese incursions. Accounts describe close combat, rifle and machine gun fire, and key leaders such as Col. Les Jensen and Capt. Johnny Baker. The 203rd Infantry and 105th Infantry are cited for holding ground, while Maj. Jack Purcell managed supply lines during the fighting into July and the island’s capture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
6Th Infantry
Les Jensen
Johnny Baker
Jos Reizert
Jack Armstrong
Walt Sluzas
Bill Clark
Saipan
Dines
203Rd
105Th Infantry
Morning News Radio Listings and Anchors Highlight Schedule
A fragmented On the Air page lists morning radio segments and anchors including Hank the Band, Lora Lawrion, Robert St. Jokn, and David Hx, with times such as 6:50 and 7:31. mentions stations and show titles across various locales and networks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hank the Band
Lora Lawrion Ya
Robert St. Jokn
P.M
Muriel Fera Named President of Auxiliary
Mrs. Muriel Fera was elected president of the M. DB. Russell Camp Auxiliary, United Spanish War Veterans, at the annual meeting in Spanish War Hall. Installation will occur in January with joint ceremonies with the camp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muriel, Fera
M. DB. Russell
United ‘Spanish War Veterans
Spanish War Hall
Hera
Bertha L. Cohteux
Camip
Stelen Siratta
Mise Agnes Colleux
Theresa, Neeley
Coiteux
Géza
Noonan
Troy Council of Parents and Teachers Meeting Planned
The Troy Council of Parents and Teachers will meet at 1 30 p m tomorrow at boot. President Mrs Nelson HL Schmay says plans will be completed for the Founder's Day program.
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Counch
Troy
Pumpkin vine yields over 250 pounds of pumpkins
In Indianapolis Indiana Mr. and Mrs. WoL Atwell show a single pumpkin vine bearing more than 250 pounds of pumpkins. The couple celebrates the harvest from their garden display.
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Indianapolis
Ind
UFI
Atwell
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