Indianapolis Times, Indianapolis, Marion County, 3 July 1942 — Page 6
REVEAL PROUD
RECORD OF AVE
Flying Tigers Downed 284 Jap Planes; 10 Killed, 4 Missing.
CHUNGKING, July 3 (U. P).— The “Flying Tigers” from the United States, who fought so ‘valiantly in ~ China and Burma for seven months, took a last turn. over the flying fields of western China today. To-
morrow they will be mustered out. “Some of the group that never numbered more than-:250, including ground crews, will pass into the U. 8. flying force to continue their attacks on the Japanese. Others will return home for vacations.
The “Tigers,” officially known as
the American Volunteer Group, wrote a flaming chapter in aerial combat history and ran up a score of unbelievable victories over the fighting planes of the Japanese despite overwhelming odds.
Down 284 Enemy Planes
Much of the’ credit for the fliers’ exploits goes to leathery Claire L. Chennault, who trained and directed them and who now, back in the army as a brigadier general, ‘will direct the U. S. air strategy in China, The fact that the A. V. G. never had more than 250 men was a military secret until today. The official record credits the Americans with destruction of 284 planes and almost as many more listed only as ‘“probables” because there were no witnesses. The list of “aces” is a long one, and the casualty list surprisingly small for the chances the men took. Ten pilots and one crew chief were killed in action. Four pilots are missing. Nine men were killed accidentally.
Reveal Names of Aces
" During the days when the “Tigers” were battling the Japanese it was considered . necessary to cloak the pilots in anonymity but now -the role of aces may be revealed. - Squadron Leader R. H. Neale of Greene, Ia. led the list with 16 planes, and ‘Squadron Leader D. L. Hill of Hunt, Tex. downed 11. Flight Leader . N. Reed of Marion, Ia., bagged 11, as did W. D. McGarry of Los Angeles. . Ten planes each were creditéd to K. A. Jernstedt of Yamhill, Ore. R. L. Little of Spokane, Wash. and G. T. Burgard of Sunbury, Pa. €. H. Older of Los Angeles, C. R. Bond of Dallas, Tex., and J. V. K. Newkirk of Lansing, Mich, ran their scores to nine.
Japs Capture lhwang
In East China Drive
CHUNGKING, July 3 (U. P).— The Japanese have occupied Yihwang, 110 miles south of Nanchang, in their drive toward Canton to complete an overland route from Shanghai to Hongkong, the Chinese high command announced today. Occupation of Ihwang, 35 miles east of Nanchang, important river town on the north-south route from Nanchang to the coast, indicates a southern expansion of the Japanese drive to clear a path through Kiangsi, Hunan and Kwantung provinces and link their conquered British naval bases by a land route free from enemy naval interference.
GARNISHEES FILED TO COLLECT TAXES
The state garhishee law has been invoked for the first time here to collect delinquent gross income taxes. The attorney general's office has filed six suits in municipal courts
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Indiana area.
NAZIS SEEK TO RULE BALKANS
Undertake to ‘Germanize’ Area and Take Over
“Internal Affairs.
By DAVID M. NICHOL Copyright, 1942, by The Indianapolis Times and The Chicago Daily News, Inc. LONDON, July 3.—The extent to which the Nazis are undertaking to “Germanize”’ southeastern Europe and at the same time to take over the internal affairs of the Balkan nations is indicated in a recent issue of the National Zeitung of Essen. The newspaper reports from Bucharest about the trial of a
Volksdeutsche peasant woman in the Banat village of Temeschburg, accused under Rumanian law of exceeding maximum prices in the sale of agricultural commodities. The judge, according to the account, found the woman not guilty on the curious grounds that the price decrees were printed -only in the Rumanian language although the provision was made that German was likewise the official language in areas where the Volksdeutsche (persons of German blood) are numerous.
Germans Spread Language
The National Zeitung makes the decision the occasion for an extensive essay about the spread of the German language throygh all the Balkan regions and adds the naive comment that the use of German has reached a level in Bucharest which “one would hardly have be‘lieved possible a few years ago.” German is now the second language of Slovakian schools, the paper says, and its use is greatly increasing in Athens, Belgrade and Sofia. The Essen paper finds this an expression of that “continental unity,” which the Germans are so fond of emphasizing as the basis for the new order. It is easily apparent from such accounts that this
in behalf of the Gross Income De- - partment against wage earners who failed to pay taxes. The suits asked that employers be, ordered to take out of defendants’ wages an amount equal to 10 per cent of all he earns above $15 a week until the delinquent tax is _ paid}
ment has collected delinquent taxes by suits for judgment against the taxpayer's property.
'BUTSCH’S LEGAL BID FOR FREEDOM FAILS
William Ray Butsch, held for more than three years in connection with the hammer slaying of Mrs. Carrie Lelah Romig, lost another legal round in his many attempts for freedom in federal court yesterday. His attorney had filed in federal court a complaint attacking the va-
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means the exclusion of anything non-German.
OX REFUSES TO CUT GOSTS FOR REGOUNTS
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With provisions made for -enlisted men’s dependents, the waiver of dependency no longer is required for any navy enlistment, according to Comm. R. H. G. Mathews, officer in charge of navy recruiting for the|§
Prior to the law, no man with dependents could enlist at any grade below petty officer, second class, without waiver. :
Under the new law, for men up to
class, the government pays the wife $28 a month in addition to $22 allotted from the husband’s pay. For one child, the government adds $12, and for each additional child, $10. If the children’s mother is not living, the first child receives $20 in addition to $22 from the father’s pay, and each additional child receives $10 from the government. Provision also is made for other types of dependents. Enlisted men with rating of second class petty officer or higher receive $34.50 a month allowance for one dependent.
Nine to Present Show
Nine top flight performers, whose names have been added to the growing list of USO-Camp Shows’ Entertainment Expeditionary force, will play Ft. Harrison for a one-day stand Thursday. The cast includes Stubby Kaye, comedian: Eleanor Sherry, songstress; Wilbur Hall & Renie, comedy musicians; Gertrude Briefer, acrobatic -tap dancer; Dave Seed & Lillain White, comedy team; Evelyn
Tifft, pianist. ” n ”
Pvt. James H. Grissom, son of Mrs. Lucy Grissom, 549 W. 26th st., was recently awarded his: diploma as a qualified technician by the tank department of the armored force school, Ft. Knox, Ky. Pvt. Grissom has been in the service four months. ” s ” Robert George Von Staden, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Von Staden, 407 N. Grant ave., has arrived “somewhere in Northern Ireland.”
Grove shops prior to his entrance into the services Feb. 1, 1941. His wife, the former Miss Catherine Mary Miller, lives at 30 S.
Bolton ave. ” 2 2
Mechanics Graduate
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Five Indianapolis men became highly trained airplane mechanics today following their graduation from Keesler field, Miss. They are now ready to take their places alongside the fighting forces of the air corps “on the line.” The men are Pvts. Charles E. Cassidy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Cassidy, 2621 N. Capitol ave.; Leland P, Hilton, son of David L. Hilton, "509 N. Illinois st.; Thomas R. Hesselgrave, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. R. Hesselgrave, 430 N. Walcott st.; Samuel A. Junkins, brother of William ‘A. Junkins, 1313 W. 35th st.,
Petitions of two defeated primary Previously the gross tax depart- | election candidates to get the costs|
of their recent recount contests re-|
duced have been denied by Circuit
Judge Earl R. Cox.
The two candidates whe appeared
in court were Jesse Hutsell, defeated
by Otto Petit for the Republican sheriff nomination, and Dr. Walter
tion.
of $10 a day.
Hemphill, defeated by Jack Tilson for the Republican clerk nomina-'
Their petitions contended that| the wages of recount commissioners should have been $3 a day instead
Judge Cox approved a statement of costs submitted by Cletus Sei-
lidity of ‘Indiana’ laws under which | bert, chief deputy county clerk. It
Butsch was committed to the insane hospital at state prison. Following a hearing before three federal judges, the complaint was dismissed.
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land $631.35 for ‘Dr. Hemphill.
WARNS OF COAST BOMBING
listed $917.55 costs for Mr. Hutsell
LOS ANGELES, July 3 (U.P) —
‘and Cecil Coffman, son of Mr. and | Mrs. Earl O. Coffman, 3342 W. WilJecx st.
ALLIED BOMBERS SET
MELBOURNE, July 3 (U. P).— Allied planes scored direct hits and started fires in two heavy night at-
| tacks on the Japanese airdrome wireless station and building areas at Dili, in the Portuguese area of
Timor island, a general headquarters communique announced today. It was added that late reports indicate enemy casualties were greater than had been believed in the allied night raid on Salamaua, in New Guinea, on the night of June 217. The * Melbourne Herald correspondent said the Dili raid was made
and including petty officer, third|=
Hamilton, accordionist, and Howard
He was employed at the Beech|.
FIRES IN TIMOR RAID
day at the fairgrounds. 2:30 and 8:30 p. m,, the army will
shoots balloons from around the around on a huge wheel.
(Copyright, 1942,
The tough New Zealanders, at this point where I write, have taken their artillery out into no man’s land, far beyond the lines, the better to pick their targets. I saw the Jock columns move out last night. They are named for the late Jock Campbell, V. C., idol of every man in the eighth army. They gathered in the front line and moved out, zig-zagging over the trails in the desert dust bowl,
Night of Wild Action
‘They crept through the British and the enemy’s mine fields, spreading out over a wide area as they reached the enemy lines.
Then they spent the night in a wild shoot-up, spreading fire and terror in territory filled with enemy troops, and in one raid on an airdrome destroyed two grounded axis planes. They caught the enemy complete{ly by surprise, and were through with one objective and on to another before the startled axis troops could ‘hit back. The New Zealanders moved their field guns out into no man’s land at twilight and started potting. Several of the enemy tanks blazed throughout last night. Those of their crews who were not burned were killed by sub-machine gun fire as they ran from the flames, trying to escape to their own lines.
Reminder of France
The flames from the tanks were made even more infernal because a strong hot wind, blowing in from {the sea, caught them and spread them to fuel- oil and gasoline tanktrucks. By day the enemy have been throwing out advance columns beyound their main force until no man’s land is less than one mile wide at parts of this 40-mile line. The line stretches from the vivid
'lgreen along the Mediterranean to
the barren aridity of the dried-up dust-covared salt marshes where the Qattara depression forms a natural anti-tank barrier protecting the route to Cairo. At night the battle line looks like that I saw in France in the last World War. Signal lights of many colors sizzle and flare.. Airplanes of both sides drop flares in profusion so- they can single out ground: formations and permit their men to
The idea being that the army emergency relief has collect: q ‘plenty of action for display at the “cavalcade of thrills” tomorrow i: ad SunFor an hour before two daily perforr:: ances at
maneuver.
1. This is a crack drill ‘unit from the 729th military police attalion at Ff. Harrison which will perform during the pre-show m: neuvers. 2. One of Lucky Teter’s new creations, which will be s::n ‘twice daily, is this—Bob Dillon and Spider Mills crash their mc orcycles through burning plank barriers while Harry Daniels jumps his ing vehicle into the air over their heads. 3. Another attraction will be a pistol shooting act. Ei na Alee
speed-
body of Harry Pijut ag ot spins
Tough British Troops Sprebd Terror Behind Rommel Lines
By RICHARD D. McMILLAN
by United Press)
IN A PILL BOX POSITION IN THE BRITISH FRONT L. July 1, 10 a. m.—The Battle for the Nile is blazing a: couraging part of the blaze comes from enemy tanks, planes and supply dumps which are burning out in the desert. 3 British imperial “Jock columns,” a new development in | are making these night hours of terror for the enemy advanizd forces.
fighting
AUTO HAZARDS SEEN FOR 4TH
Volume only Slightly Less Than in Normal Years Forecast.
By Science Service WASHINGTON, July 3.— Lastfling drivers jamming the highways will help produce a July 4th traffic volume only slightly less than in normal years. This is the prediction of the National Safety council, Chicago. A holiday traffic hazard will be created by motorists who will take advantage of the long week-end to enjoy, in many states, what may be 2 last pleasure trip before national : gasoline rationing sets in. War plant workers who will drive {to and from their jobs on the Fourth, commercial trucking, and military movements of troops and supplies will contribute to a total volume well above previous general expectations. The National Safety council makes no definite predicition regarding July 4 fatalities of this year, but it is emphasizing in its nation-wide campaign that every accident wastes
manpower, time and materials vital to victory.
’ Restrict Fireworks
BLOOMINGTON ‘FIRE
RUINS HARRIS RAND
BLOOMINGTON. Ind. «July 3 (U. _|P.).—Bloomington’s olde
Grand, was destroyed hb
would exceed $75,000.
The fire, believed to I ive started in the theater’s cooling sp stem when ‘completely
a motor over-heated, gutted the brick and stong structure, located near the center ¢ business district. the conflagration three prevent the fire from s) adjoining business buildi:
1200-seat theater whex originated, Firemen &7 than half an hour atten:
cate origin of the srioke which
filled the auditorium.
building’s tar roof becajpe ignited. Valuable sound equipment also was des :royed. Constructed in 1906, was owned by Mrs. Je: Buchanan of Lake Ma: erated by the Monrde ment Corp. of Indian: oolis. building was extensivel::
will not be rebuilt, i nounced, 72 Marc J" Wolf of the Ti. was in Bloomington t surveying the damage,
OWENS, LEADER ¢ OF
$s morning
C. I. O. since its beginn today because of wha “obnoxious attacks” up Lewis by Philip Murra, In telegrams to Mur F. Silvey, secretary-tre: state C. I. O. council.” “It is impossible for longer co-operate witi added he was returni:
you,”
' and largest theater, the two-story Harris fire last night at a loss which ow: ers feared
i the city’s Fireren battled hours to fy ending to
Only 200 persons were in’ the the fire
The fire spread rapid; E when the and : projecting
“he theater yell Harris itou, Ind. and Miami Beach, Fla. {It was opTheater Corp. through the Y & VV ManageThe remodeled and modernized four ya .rs ago. It was an-
& W firm,
OHIO C. I. 0, RESIGNS |
COLUMBUS, O., July 3 (U. p)— John Owens, president of the Ohio ing, resigned he called on John L.
iay and Ted | surer of the Owens said ine to any and 3 his com-
Use of fireworks will be severely restricted in all areas within 150 miles of the Atlantic, Pacific and Gulf coasts this year. Purpose of the limitation is to prevent sabotage and signaling to enemy ships. In those: inland, states where sale of fireworks is not prohibited, they may be purchased in amounts up to ten pounds, and it is estimated that 80 per cent of the usual supply will be available for civilian celebrations. This supply will come from reserve stocks, for manufacture of fireworks has practically stopped.
Fireworks Banned
More than 2000 people suffered injuries from fireworks and other explosives last Fourth of July, the American Medical association reported. Nine of these lost vision in one or both eyes; 17 lost a finger or hand; 1818 suffered “burns and lacerations.” This year particular emphasis will be placed on group celebrations, with fireworks displays in the hands of competent adults. The U. S. army will assist in staging Fourth of July military parades, when circumstances make them possible. The army also will sanction “open house” at camps, posts and stations. Drills, exhibitions ‘and other military ceremonies will contribute to the public’s enjoyment of a “safe and sane” Fourth.
BAN MAGAZINE ‘SLEEK’ WASHINGTON, July 3 (U. P.).— Postmaster General Frank C. Walker last night announced revocation of second class mail privileges for the magazine - “Sleek,” after the publisher failed to appear for a hearing to show cause why the! ,|ban should not be imposed on the ground that the magazine was obscene.
‘| perfect = alibi
KERSEY KILLING
SUSPECT FREED
Man Who Once Threatened
Youth With Gun Offers Perfect Alibi. The man ‘who once threatened Oscar (Tommy) Kersey with a gun has been questioned in connection
with the 17-year-old youth’s mur-
der, Sheriff Feeney revealed today. However, the suspect produced a and was released, Feeney said. > The suspect was one of 14 persons, including several of the youth’s girl friends, who were questioned - yesterday. “None of the witnesses could’ provide any information as to the identity of the slayer or a motive for it,” Feeney said.
Body Found os
Young Kersey’s dy was found on 46th st. near Road 52 Tuesday night with three bullet. wounds in his head. The body apparently had been placed there by the slayer only a short time before it was found by Wayne Jennings. The victim was last seen ‘alive at 10 p. m, Monday in the 500 block, Massachusetts ave, near the office of the Automatic Sales Co., where he was employed.
BRITISH M. P, SLASHED
LONDON, July 3 (U. P.).—Arthur Greenwood, deputy labor party leader and until recently a member of the war cabinet, was slashed by an assailant armed with a knife as he returned home -from parliament yesterday morning.
Atiorney Wins
Balm Reversal.
OLYMPIA, Wash, July 3 (U. P).—The state supreme court ruled today that Jay C. Allen, dapper 73-year-old Seattle attor= ney, did not break his promise to marry Mrs. Margaret M, Gable, and that she was not entitled to $10,000 awarded by a superior court jury that heard the detajlsy of their 30-year-old courtship. Mrs. Gable, 59, white-haired and plump, had sued for $250,000 in a Seattle superior.court which was ordered by today’s opinion te dismiss the action. The court said terms of Allen’s alleged promises were conditioned by the fact that Allen had told Mrs. Gable he would marry her “upon the settlement of his de=
ceased wife's estate.”
“Such settlement has never ‘taken place,” the opinion said.
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‘Judge Evan A. Evans of the fed- . eral court of appeals in Chicago, one -of the hearing judges, held that the Indiana supreme court was the highest tribunal to pass upon validity of state laws.
Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson said today that the Japanese ,still may attempt “face saving” bombing raids on the west coast despite American naval victories in the Pacific.
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watch for a sudden night march by the other side.
An Uncanny Battle
Occasionally there is a burst of machine gun fire as planes fight a __|grim midnight battle, or the antioy aircraft guns blaze up. ; . It is uncanny. We all know the great battle is on. Yet at times there is a calm out of harmony with the event. I watched this morning while a party .of Cameéronian Highlanders, some wearing tin hats, others their cocky balmoral caps, marched off as if on parade over the’ humpbacked .hill along the coastal road runs, on their way to the whiteflecked sea to bathe and return to {the front line.
EYES EXAMINED—GLASSES FITTED
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after the allied bombers had flown above the ‘cloud banks. over the target for 20 minutes to keep the Japanese in suspense. Then the planes came in low, dropping their bombs squarely on the targets.
DETAIN 700 FROM LISBON
JERSEY CITY, N. J. July 3 (U. P.) —Nearly 700 pas:engers still were -detained today onthe Swedish exchange liner Drottniighom. The department, of justice aid it would be “some days” befor: all of the passengers were permi‘ied to leave the ship, which arrived Tuesday from Lisbon with Amecricans being exchanged for axis nationals,
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