Indianapolis Times, Indianapolis, Marion County, 4 September 1941 — Page 17

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VREY PLANTS LACK DEFENSE ORDERS

Only 6657 of 11,819 Factories Earmarked by Army- ~ Navy Board Have Accepted or Been Given Defense

Work, Official Survey Reveals.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4

(U. P.).—An official survey

disclosed today that only about one-half of the key plants catalogued in original Army-Navy industrial mobilization plans are working on munitions orders.

The survey covered the status of 11,819 private plants|}

which had been earmarked by

Board for production of essential items in event of an emer-|]

the Army and Navy Munitions

gency. Only 6657 of the factories hold defense contracts after 14 months of big-scale spending. :

Disclosure of the results

of the survey followed Presi-

dent Roosevelt’s press conference statement Tuesday that the defense program must be speeded and expanded through

increased production, spending, and conversion of more civilian goods plants to muni-

tions work. This also is the theme of the new supply priorities and allocations board which has warned that production for civilians faces sharp curtailment. ~ Factory operators gave defense officials a wide variety of reasons for failure to be given or to accept .defense work, it was said. These were that not enough defense contracts have been let; that a scarcity of, machine tools has been a handicap; that civilian business is “too good”; that management “fears defense orders” will mean labor trouble; that the prospective items to be produced are so low on the priority list that they cannot get raw materials; that they have been underbid by other firms. . Officials emphasized that the survey did not include all plants engaged in the defense program, but only those that had been earmarked in original military plans for industrial mobilization in event of war. It is estimated that there are some 32,000 prime and subcontracting firms holding defense orders out of a total of 59,000 available.

229 of 381 in Indiana

The survey showed that Pennsylvania, with a total of 998 out of /1611 earmarked factories working, topped the list of states. New York, with 816 out of 1460 was second. Arizona, catalogued for only four factories, had the only perfect record of participation. None of the seven plants earmarked in Montana nor the four in Idaho held contracts. In Indiana, where the Board had

€.earmarked 381 plants, 229 of them i had defense contracts.

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ogram, has established a special secJion known as the contract distri-

‘aution division in the office of War ‘Indersecretary Robert B. Patterson ‘0 monitor and expand the scope sf defense orders. ‘The new division is headed by Lieut. Col. Ray M. Hare. One of his jobs will be to bring industries,

. ‘acing shut-downs because they are

producing civilian goods and cannot get raw materials, into the armament program. The War Department will work closely with the OPM on these problems.

Reprieved Dog To Join Army

OAKLAND, Cal, Sept. 4 (U. P). — Rowdy, a terrier whom public sympathy saved from execution, - was given court permission today to join the U. S. Army as a mascot for flying forces at Hamilton Field. The superior court had formally set aside a provision of the will of Mrs. Clara Edgerton calling for execution of the dog because she could not bear to leave it behind. The court informed Frank Paramino, estate executor, that Rowdy may be turned over to the Army at any time. Lieut. Abe Meldinkoff, "representing Hamilton Field, announced the enlistment ‘papers were ready. “He'll become a member of the provost department as official mascot and assistant sentry,” Lieut. Mellinkoff said. “He’ll be issued a special blanket with his

OIL MAY KEEP

U. S. Repeats Appeasement Policy Abandoned in Relation to Japan.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 (U. P.). —The United States is letting Spain have large quantities of petroleum products as part of an effort to prevent Spain’s entrance into the war on the side of the Axis, it was

learned today. A steady stream of Spanish tankers has been calling at Port Arthur, Tex., picking up large oil and gasoline cargoes for transport to Bilboa, Santander, Barcelona and Malaga. These oil shipments have been sanctioned by the State Department.

None for Germany

State Department officials would not discuss the oil export licenses granted Spain in recent months, but other quarters said this Government is following with Spain a course similar to that which it tried, but now has abandoned temporarily, with Japan. The Expqrt Control Administration has investigated and assured itself that none of the ‘oil shipments to Spain has been diverted to Germany. One responsible authority said: “If by, helping Spain meet her minimum requirements for oil, we can keep her neutral, it is quite to the interests of Great Britain and this country that this be done.

A Bribe for Franco

“After all, there’s little doubt here where the heart of General Franco lies. But if this country continues to let Spain have just enough petroleum products to meet the minimum requirements of her economy, it may keep her out of the war.” Oil shipments to Spain in American vessels have not been permitted for some time, necessitating the use of Spanish tankers. The Spanish oil traffic from Port Arthur was particularly heavy in late August. Between Aug. 25 and 29 four Spanish tankers with a total capacity of 250,000 barrels of gasoline or light oil arrived at the port and all but one has already started the return trip.

COURT AWARDS $500 FOR DEATH OF DOG

TRENTON, N, J, Sept. 4 (U. P)). —Joseph Paguio’s dog was more than a pal—it was one of the main props in his business. The State Supreme Court yesterday sustained a $500 judgment to Paguio for the death of Dixie, a trick dog which did crosswalk gags and comedy bits in a vaudeville act of Mr. Paguio and his duaghter. With Dixie in the act, Mr. Paguio said, his income was $250 a week. After the dog was killed by a truck, the income from the act dropped sharply. Dixie was so popular, he said, that a four-week engagement in Chicago was cancelled when it became known she was dead. The Supreme Court upheld a district court verdict against the Evening Journal Association of Jersey

name on it and an M. P. badge.”

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City, owner of the car which struck the dog.

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- BestinHuge U.S. War Games

2d Army Command Has to! 38th Division Is - Among

Protect ‘Square’ Units From Rout.

By RICHARD C. HOTTELET United Press Staff Correspondent

. WITH THE SECOND ARMY IN|

ARKANSAS, Sept. 4—Superior Red forces. were expected to cross the Ouachita River at four points today in an effort to cut the retreating Blue army in two. To One crossing was expected by the Fifth Division two miles south of Camden. The main effort probably will be carried out by the Sixth Division at three points 30 miles down river. ? If the operation succeeds Maj.

Gen. Robert C. Richardson’s Seventh |

“Corps, the Blues, would be seriously threa

tened, because a wedge would

be driven between the 27th and 35th Divisions. ~ The present phase of maneuvers, being “controlled” by the Second Army command, provides only an approximation of real field condiSioa, The Reds’ faster, harder hit- : divisions (three brigades to a division), together with the mobile and powerfully Second Cavalry Division, bave out-maneuvered the Blue forces at every turn. Red superiority is due, a staff of-

: Boer said, to the natural “clumsi-

less” of the Blue square divisions (four bridages to a division) and to a shortage of motor vehicles. Blue Ss officers concede that if these re “free” maneuvers, Red cavalry §¥ces would have swept around the flank and imperiled their

Attacking Troops in Third Army.

By LEON KAY United Press Staff Correspondent WITH THE THIRD ARMY IN LOUISIANA, Sept. 4-—Blue forces totaling 155,000 men went into action today against a Red army of 80,000 soldiers from lines approximately 30 miles apart. : It was the first time that an American field army of more than one corps had maneuvered against an actual opponent. The Blue forces, composed of Maj. Gen. Edmond L. Daley’s Fifth Corps, including Indiana’s 38th (Cyclone Division); and Maj. Gen. George V. Strong's Eighth Corps theoretically crossed the Sabice River and were advancing northeast toward Deridder just before hostilities opened. The Red forces, composed of Maj. Gen. Jay L. Benedict's Fourth Corps, were concentrating east of Red River. These maneuvers are “free”: that is, anything can happen. Observers believed, however, that the first aim of the Reds will be to gain control of road crossings over the Galcasieu River half way between the two forces. The Blues were expected to seek to cross the Red River. But such orthodox procedure may not be followed because the Second Armored Division is temporarily

neutral and may be thrown into the

SPAIN AT PEACE

Mora

By FRANK SMOTHERS Indianapolis Times and Chicago Daily : News Correspondent ’ ABO A UNITED STATES BA what the men aboard call a “happy ship.” If is not a sissy term, but a traditional, Navy expression for a ship that i$ this way. There are a lot of reasons why

| our battleship the bills. And,

‘although most of our men would tell you there’s no i other ship quite [as good, accounts f° indicate that most American & men - of - war are § “happy.” Probably 4 there are a good many others whose crews are sure that none save their boat could really measure up. Here are some of the reasons behind the designation for this floating fortress: 1. Relations between officers and men, from captain down, are right.

Mr. Smothers

HIP AT SEA—This is]

Our skipper is an extraordinary On the same inspection, stopping

individual and the ship is proud of him. His subordinate officers and crew ‘know he is competent. They also know he is “for them.” I've talked with the captain dur-

ing many hours since this expedi-

tion began, and have come to know first-hand, from innumerable spontaneous words, what he thinks of his men. so

He told te proudly that most of |

the boys have high school educations and dwelt on “the high caliber you get in enlisted men in the Navy these days.” Once another officer

talking with us reported a conversation in which he heard that Capt.

rLangsdorff of the scuttled Graf

Spee had said at Montevideo: “My crew are a bunch of bakers’ boys.” “What an attitude to have if you want the co-operation of your men,” said our: skipper. ' I followed the captain on inspection of the ship one day. He explained various things. When ke showed me the brig he said: “There’s no one in it, you notice. Men in the brig aren’t of use to the ship, themselves or anyone else.”

at the ship's store, he opened one of the ice cream containers. It was full of large packages of ice cream. ~ “How much do you charge for these?” the skipper asked the storekeeper. : : “Fifteen cents, sir,” sailor, “Do you have any ice cream for less—anything for 5 cents?” “Yes, sir,” said the storekeeper. “We have sundaes for a nickel.” “All right,” said the captain. That was all, but it was clear that he had been looking out for the sailor who wants his ice cream without paying more than he can afford. The men aboard know the captain is what he sounds like, and the respect and admiration for him throughout the ship is real. “He’s the sort of captain,” one of the officers summarized, “that the men and officers would like to go into battle with, if battle came.” 2. The food is abundant and good. Take a look at today’s menus for

enlisted men. - Breakfast: Fresh fruit, cereal,

milk and sugar, fried bacon, scram-

said - the

bled eggs, hashed brown potatoes, bread, butter and coffee. : Dinner: Soup and crackers, steak en casserole, brown gravy, mashed potatoes, stewed sweet corn, stewed tomatoes, chocolate pie, bread, butter and coffee. : Supper: Chili con carne, crackers, French fried potatoes, string beans and bacon, fried rice, coconut cookies, bread, butter and tea. Sunday’s dinner will include fried

‘| chicken, sage dresSing and apple

ple. Asparagus on toast is a sched-

uled item for supper that night. 3. Cleanliness. : The United States Navy has an extraordinary reputation for cleanliness and this ship a banner reputation for it. A British sailor who came aboard in a visiting party at Iceland, having cast his eyes around, delivered this verdict on our boat: : “She yacht.” “She can fight, though,” an American sailor answered, smiling. Quarters, storerooms, mess tables,

floors, ammunition rooms—all de-.

partments of the ship we visited—

looks like a blooming|

le, Respect, Good Food Make ‘Happy Ship’ for U

looked immaculate. Virtually everything that had shine in it shone. If the captain found so much as a bucket with a cloth in it that didn’t belong there he directed that it be removed. The captain ran his fingers over many overhead ledges. Most were free of any particles of dirt; if he found any he pointed it out. The skipper complimented the responsible men for areas found in perfect order; he: was a martinet with none, but ordered correction

for the slightest untidiness found. ' Incidentally, officers told me of a

Navy tradition. If battle is impending, all hands, time permitting,

bathe and put on clean clothes from skin out. This is not mere sentiment; its because wounds stand less chance of infection if men and clothes are clean. The men are kept busy. Navy routine gives little time for moping, and if 2 man is sick our doctors are ready to give him prompt and competent attention. The good spirits aboard show up particularly at such events as morning exercises for the men on deck. You would not ask to see more healthy, animated, good - natured young fellows than the members of the crew as they are put through

S. Na * their paces. High-spirited rivalry shown at week-end contests on deck-rope climbing, line throwir potato racing and the like. In thefi recreation hours the men are ways full of typical American ki ding for each other. :

HINT SABOTAGE IN NAZI TANKER BLAST

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Sept. (U. P)~—Two' German gasoline tankers have exploded off Bergen Norway, and it was believed that saboteurs were responsible, advices received here today reported. 1 The explosions shook houses the harbor district of Bergen an y the flames could. be seen clearly, it was said. : The advices said that the 1151-to) steamship Ryfylke of Stavanger, Norway, which was engaged coastal traffic, had not return from its last voyage and that was believed the ship had been cape tured by the British navy and take to England with its passengers Crew.

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