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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1944
Page
10
Kenneth L. Dixon reports the 36th Division and Maj. Gen. Fred L. Walker bid farewell during a rare garrison review in Italy. The unit remembers Salerno and the Rapido crossing, with aims of loyalty as Walker heads to Fort Benning.
General Montgomery declared in a Normandy broadcast that Germany could be knocked out of the war in 1944. He recalled telling his officers on the eve of D Day that victory this year is possible and stated that “things are going very well.” He cited great Russian-front victories and large German losses as encouraging signs.
The Thomas E. Dewey mustachio club No 1 was organized in POLO Illinois by G C Perry publisher of the Tri-County Press. The group requires no dues and asks only an upper lip decoration a la Dewey for membership.
British Foreign Secretary Eden told the Commons the United Nations are ready with their peace terms. He said victory must come quickly and that proposals will be ready when the war ends, but it would be unwise to publish the terms now.
Dallas and Tarrant counties confront August 5 local option votes that could end wine beer and liquor sales in most of North Texas. If both go dry the region would lose major liquor access with nearby wet counties like Gregg and Palo Pinto offering limited alcohol options and a long transport gap for spirits.
George Shields declares he is not a politician but supports Texas public schools and teacher salaries. He urges backing bills to improve education and resources, favors state rights, raises tax on natural resources leaving the state, and promises a diligent administration. He cites forty years of business experience and endorses social security expansion and aiding returning soldiers.
The report notes that Dallas bars and taverns accounted for the bulk of legal drinking activity, highlighting the city’s role as a major center for alcohol sales and nightlife.
Cpl Robert Fleischer of Mount Vernon New York learned his father Sidney R Fleischer tops the Treasury annual salary list reporting 645000 income While Robert earns 72 a month from Uncle Sam he says he saved 500 during the year and sent some home to ease family hardship in Rome
Washington announces that aluminum may be used for making pots and pans as part of a series of orders under WPB Chairman Donald Nelson. The move aims to implement a program for limited reconversion of industry during wartime.
Wilmington Del Du Pont officials warn that plankton thrives when lakes and ponds receive chemical plant foods used as commercial fertilizer. This microscopic life serves as primary food for fish, altering feeding patterns and ecosystem balance.
Researchers report that certain marine organisms fed on unusual plankton rich waters grow larger and tastier than those nourished by standard plankton. The findings suggest enhanced abundance and potential commercial value in revised feeding regimes for marine aquaculture.
Brigadier General Theodore Roosevelt died in Normandy on the eve of a promotion to major general in command of a division. Secretary Stimson disclosed the death and recalled visiting the grave of his old friend, calling the loss very sad.
Two Swedish researchers Nils Lovgren and Bengt Lundgost announce their six year study produced LL30 a local anesthetic claimed easier to make than novocaine and more effective.
Exchange between a rookie and a commanding officer ends with humor as they interact in a military setting. The scene hints at hierarchy and miscommunication. The caller urges shopping in Whitewright, suggesting a local connection or promotion.
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