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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1944
Page
2
Patrolman Kenneth Massie, jailed after secretly marrying Dorothy Scott, faces mockery from fellow inmates and taunts from police who say cigars are only gifted to spouses or new marriages. He remains jailed until funds enable release, with coworkers joking about the cigars Massie cannot obtain.
Three top Navy commanders King Nimitz and Halsey met in San Francisco with expectations of coordinating future blows against Japan. Observers link the talks to shifting commands and a possible new post for Halsey while outlining continued Central Pacific offensives and the Solomon Islands wind‑down.
Chinese government spokesman P. H. Chang urged the Allies to halt their suffering by increasing armament supplies. He called for more transport planes to China and the reopening of the Burma Road, noting China enters the eighth year of war in July and that Chinese troops endure severe handicaps while fighting on.
Five Arizonans were wounded in the Southwest Pacific. Pfc. Benjamin D. Huerta of Tucson, Pvt. Jose N. Paramo of Tucson, Pvt. Sam Pechuli, Lieut. William H. Swan of Tucson, and Corp. Sam D. Wood of Phoenix are listed with homes in Arizona.
Eddie Johnson 44 of 107 West Fifth Street was sentenced to life in state prison after pleading guilty to killing his wife Ruby Lee. The judge granted a delay for defense investigation, detailing the shooting sequence in Nogales and at their home, with Johnson surrendering to police after the crime.
Maj. Dale Sisson of Phoenix was among Liberator crew honored at a U S bomber base in Britain for the August 1 raid on the Ploesti oil refineries. Lt Gen Carl A Spaatz pinned the Royal Blue Citation on eight fliers noting courage and skill in the mission.
Miss Moina Michael known as the Poppy Lady died in a Georgia hospital after months of illness. She originated Poppy Day in 1918 to memorialize war dead and launched the annual sea-war memorial as well. Her idea spread to the American and British Legions, funding aid for disabled veterans.
Delegates from 23 Arizona Lions clubs will attend the Lions International district 21 convention in Phoenix on Saturday. Principal speaker will be George Jordan of Dallas, past president.
Mrs. Chapple testified about the Johnson children custody with seven living with her two in Texas and two unaccounted for. Court heard that testimony and other interested persons to aid potential future parole eligibility for Johnson from state prison.
Officials of selective service board No 2 released the names of men to be inducted soon and a list of locals who will undergo preinduction exams next week. Inductees include Philip Kent Young Chelmer Lee Buchanan Ernest Elton H Stephen Anthony Oroz and others with transfers from out of town boards and a long roster set for Phoenix preinduction. Transfers from other boards include Leonard C Carver Ray E Cottingham and Fredie Oletha White.
The Elrage family thanks friends for sympathy and kindness after the death of Mangus Elrage. Gratitude is expressed for floral offerings as well. Mrs Mildred Elrage and Mrs W E Simpson speak for the family with Mr Ed Elrage listed as father.
Miss Mary Martin, longtime custodian and book keeper of ration stamps, announces resignation effective May 15 to marry Cadet Charles Wynn. A Delphi, Indiana native living in Tucson since last November, she has supervised ration coupon distribution to gasoline, meat, and processed foods departments for eight months.
The Pope sent a Vatican message conferring his blessing upon the mothers of Mexico as the Day of the Mexican Mother is celebrated. The blessing was issued from the Vatican and made public in Mexico City on May 10.
A list enumerates residents including Burl W. Davis, Ro land Eby, Jefferson Gill, Preston Heinle, Gerald Henson, Barker Herr, Clarence Hien ton Jr., Elmer Jesperson, Donald Kupfer, Thomas Maley, Richard Meek, Harold Meisel, Alden Simington, Joe Smith, Rollins Stallings, Walter Strey, Louis Stuart, James Sweeney, John Taylor, and Alonzo Tuttle.
Dublin May 10 UP A general election was ordered today in Eire likely on May 30 after the defeat of Prime Minister Eamon de Valera's government by 64 to 63 on a transport bill. Leaders of all parties supported neutrality and said the election would not affect Eire foreign policy which has antagonized the Allied powers. The bill sought incorporation of the Great Southern railways and the Dublin United Transport company into a new concern.
The Army has supplied footwear covering a wide range of boot sizes from two to eighteen, ensuring fit for soldiers of various foot measurements. This sizing expansion aims to improve comfort and effectiveness in field conditions.
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