The Mercury from Pottstown, Pennsylvania • Page 1

WEATHER FORECAST For today in Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland -Pair and warmer. in Column One) BUY WAR STAMPS and BONOS Pottstown VOL 13, NO. 183 TELEPHONE 2263 ASSOCIA TED PRESS CENTRAL PRESS POTTSTOWN, FRIDAY Mercury WVitfk rl LEVEN GOOD DAIRY FARMS pHOHl fOR CoHPlfcTt MORNING, APRIL 28, 1944 TELEPHONE 2263 ASSOCIATED ppess central press A IH KKN CENTS wnx Draft Call Of State Hastened Boards Urged Not to Delay Processing Pennsylvania Selective Service has prohibited local boards from postponing processing for induction or postponing induction of registrants 26 Yanks Intensify Vast Invasion Maneuvers in England V- yf Invasion drills, such iis arc shown in this photo, include hazardous landing practice. Thousands of I'. S.

troops are now taking part in these realistic exercises in England. As landing craft hit the shore and as men run up the beach others fall flat and prepare to fire. NAZI DEFEAT MAY NOT BE FAR OFF, SAYS STIM50N 04 over oti'The basts of Under present regulations, processing of registrants 26 or over is delayed until further notice if the local boards determine that the individual registrants are making a definite contribution to war- supporting activities. Those not making a contribution are subject as a result of the pattern set by the complete a junction with Russia sons review: iitm- hommo' 1500-mile hop bv General Douglas southern armies. 1.

Allied WASHINGTON. April 27 War secretary also pointed to his- Longer jumps by American forces tory to suggest that defeat for Ger- toward the heart of Japan's defense many may not be far off. He said the may be expected in the future, Sec- Allied air operations out of Italy retary of War Stimson said today, against Balkan centers in effect to induction until they become 38. Laying down new policies the interests of Col. Richard K.

Mellon, State Draft director, advised local boards: "To postpone processing for induction or to postpone induction of a registrant. 26 or over, it is necessary for the local board to make a determination that the registrant is making a contribution to essential agricultural, war production or war-supporting activities. Any local board which, up to this time, has adopted an arbitrary age reeled to discontinue such action and Ls further ordered to review the cases of all such registrants and to take the actions Col. Mellon directed local boards to fill calls for both induction physical examination and induction in the following order: 1. Volunteers of all ages who, by regulation, must be delivered ahead of other registrants.

Vet Aviator Missing, Wire Tells Parents Holder of the Air medal with Oak leaf cluster, a Pottstown Landing flyer has been reported missing in action by the War department. He i.s Sgt, Robert V. Bechtel, son of Mr, and Mrs. S. A.

Bechtel, a veteran of more than 35 missions as an aerial gunner over France and Germany who expected to be returned to the United States in July or August. The parents were notified yes- lerday by telegram from the acting adjutant general that their son is missing from a mission over Germany on April 13. Sgt. Bechtel enlisted in the air corps on July 4. 1942, taking part in special Independence day services at Philadelphia before beginning his training.

While in this country, he was stationed at Keeslet Field, Mi.is.. Las Vegas, Other major pointer of Stim- Boise, Redmond. Walla- Walla. and Ainsworth. Neb.

plane losses in the air was an engineering and gun- Uncle Sam Walks In, Takes Over feet a meeting in the American Civil war, and once they did "not long after, the war came to an end." troops up the New Guinea coat to Kollandia. In a press conference review, the Then, drawing a parallel, he noted that Cnion Armies of the North and South battled to ef- Plan 10 More Houses in Cherry Lane Permits for erection of ten houses on Cherry Lane in the Rosemont development in the Sixth ward have been issued by Building Inspector Arthur Kepner to Baur Homes, this borough. street, alterations to dwelling: Elmer Biehl, 520 Chestnut street, alterations to dwelling: Isaiah E. a'sault on Germany are declining although more planes than ever (Continued on Page Twelve) Vote for Dewey Is Significant nery instructor at Salina. Kan before going overseas.

He arrived in England after shipping from the Cnited States on Mart .10, 1943. Besides his parents, Sgt. Bech- tel's family includes three brothers and three sisters. They are John and June, at home; Mrs. Doris Readman, at home; Lin wood, of While no leading GOP spokesman Harmonyvillc; Bruce, of 513 King Clemm, 631 Beech street, alterations jn Montgomery county would com- street; Mrs.

Twila Swavely, 510 to house, Theodore Dallas, 1134 High ment publicly on Thomas E. Dew- Buttonwood street; and Mrs. Ber- street, alterations and repairs to victory in the Republican write- nice Mohn, Rice street, Stowe, The houses will be detached and house; Charles C. Novak. 377 South jn elation for presidential nominee an uumnn each wil1 bP 24 di: frpet- alterations and repairs to the past Tuesday, it was regarded Ule now ord er ed and di- mension.

They will be of brick and hou.se and garage; John Ealogh, as significant that a sizable number fn Lrnu'innr such action concrete block construction, WUJ coal yard office and trestle, Beech of voters would him at this and Grant streets. 1 time At last night's meeting of the leaders, although not Carpenters and Joiners Union held ciaiming that the victory would I', CrUm hall South can.v ftny considerable weight at rhp nf 'Charlotte street, it was reported the rnnfnenee nn 0 sunound thp naming of a artisans are fairlv busv Some new ilf confPien- on borough solicitor to fill the vacancy 20 of 70 delegates to the national bv th(. lnduction have two stories and basement, and contain all modern improvements. H. Everett and associates of Allentown are the architects and John C.

Dethoff, of Reading, is the general contractor. Other permits have been issued work is in sight and there Action Is Expected On Solicitor Postj An atmosphere of silence con- Accompanied by I go Carusi, executive assistant to the I S. attorney general, and followed bv an armed soldier, a lieutenant of the 740th Battalion, Military Police, 1. S. Army, enters the executive offices of Montgomery, Ward A at Chicago, to take possession in the name of President Roosevelt.

Employes of the mail-order house stand against the lobby walls, watching the procedure. A little later Sewell L. Avery, company chairman, was forcibly carried out of his office by two soldiers. Montgomery Ward Enjoined by Federal Kgner Chri. numerous repair' Jobs.

tote roJm? COiift After SoldiCFS EjCCt 6 i Cl 6 II 252 High street, alterations and re-1 Thomas Smith was in the chair thrnno-hnut pairs; John J. Gofus. 72 South Keim the session, deserving consideration' This contention was based on 2. Registrants 13 through 25 year, H. S.

ScOlltS HI Enlarge assertion that no organ- Of age. ized attempt was made to boost 3 Registrants 26 or over, who have Hare Speaker Green Lane Camp as on the write-in ballot, made arrangements for induction and that despite this lack of sys- and expressed a desire to be in- tor Commencement Postwar Memorial trmatized effort, one out of ev- Frank Hare, former member of the State department of public instruction and now principal of ducted immediately. 4 Registrants 26 or over, who are not making a contribution to essential agricultural, war production or High school at Bethlehem, war -supporting activities. will be the speaker at commence- The State director said that since mPnt, exercises of the West Plans for an enlarged postwar memorial camp at Camp Delmont. Green Lane, in honor of Boy Scouts now serving in the armed forces have been disclosed bv Arthur shown last night.

Usually reliable sources, however, disclosed that some action on the question is slated to be taken by the Republican majority in council over the week-end in view of the scheduled meeting of borough council Tuesday night. Should the Republicans fail to name a successor to Wells, however. it. will have no effect on the holding of the monthly council session. Workers Council Fight All Unions Plan Political Action; May Audit Books I he United Workers Council of CIO Affiliates here, principal non-political opponent to the mill-anri-one-half proprertr in by borough council early this month, will set up an individual political action committee in each of its member unions aud continue its fight for local government." This move, announced last night by Hobbs, UWC president, following the monthly meeting of the organization at the Die Casters hail, was regarded as a step towards the fulfillment of labor's pledge combat "machine in Borough trail.

It is also under the I'WC's consideration, Hobbs said, to study the procedure necessary to have an audit of the financial records determine what has become of some of the tax money which seems to be a mystery to every one. including the councilmen Hobbs asserted that the establishment of the political action I units wouid be in conjunction with the CIO national political action i committee and would function in much the same manner. One union, the casting division the International Mine, Mill and Smelterworkers, Local 703. CIO, nas already set up its committee and has named Leonard Keffer as acting chairman until a permanent chairman is named, Charles W. Moyer, union disclosed.

Four other unions, two affiliated with the United Steelworkers and two with the Amalgamated Clothing Workers, Hive indicated a National headquarters issued orders April 8 to suspend processing of all registrants, 26 or over, who are making a contribution, his headquarters has been studying the situation in Pennsylvania grove High school on June 6 at 8 p. This will be the first commencement exercise at West Pottsgrove under the six-year Junior-Senior Burns, president of the executive board of the Valley Forge Council. polled 150.000 votes ter give him a Boy Scouts of America. At a meeting of 26 scoutmasters and commissioners held at the home of Charles L. Schulz, chairman of the Pottstown district executive Experience has shown." added Mellon, that some kxai boa graduated there, which accounts for been postponing the induction smallness of the graduating all registrants, 26 or over.

jciass, Dr. W. W. Eshelman explained. ery four Republicans who went to the polls in the state east his vote for New governor.

The Democratic minority, i te watching developments closely, according to reports, and it was asserted by one spokesman CHICAGO, April 27 the Ward units and compelling them Judge William Holly tonight t0 turn over corporate records, issued a temporary injunction attorneys petitioned the straining Montgomeer company and Sewell Avery, chair- strict court in the National capi- man of board of the huge U1 for trial of the governmenToperTtion'oV the Chicago: restraining enforcement of the War Pottstown is up with rail- Sunes Labor order directing the 0 concern to extend an expired con- Judge rapid action eli Hobbs said that it will be one of tract with a CIO union. re- functions of the political maxed a day of dramatic develop- 'r0inolv with that ins true- action committees to encourage the menu which had vote of the non-voting resident, ot il0m the dent to Federal eon- the community. 17 to 1 edge over his nearest competitor, General Douglas MacArthur. The picture in Pottstown is sub- that it will not oppose the selection of a local person to fill the office. Should the Republicans less of the activities in which are engaged, while others did not postpone the induction of any registrants, irrespective of their occupations.

if the registrants had been classified in 1A and ordered to report for induction. great majority of the local boards are making a conscientious effort to arrive at a determination as to whether or not a registrant is making a contribution to essen- Nine seniors will be graduated. Class speakers are William Bowman, Rita iori, Loretta Hartman and Mary Smith. The theme of the commencement is and the The commencenfrnt week schedule: June 2, band concert at the High school aduitorium; June 4. bac- tial agricultural, war production or calaurcate service; June 5.

class war-supporting activities. night; June 6, commencement. Headquarters reported some dif- At a meeting of the West Potts chase of additional land at the camp site to comprise a full camp jias not indicated an inclination to stantially the same as in the rest the namr oi ark -outsider" of Pennsylvania, according to GOP however, the Democrats are leaders who revealed that portcd t0 be prepared ofTpr victory, coming as it did when he, protest. area of about 600 acres It was his suggestion that individual troops purchase one acre of land each as tribute to their scouts in service, and 16 acres were tentatively pledged. The expansion program also calls for the erection of a larger and more adequate dining hail and kitchen.

Following a report of many letters received from scouts in the service expressing their appreciation for the scouting program, Arnold C. Sorenson, scout executive of the Valley Forge Council, told Leading candidate for the position of solicitor to the board of education is Attorney Joseph L. Prince, whose election to that office may be announced in the near future. Father-Son Fete At Tonight In observance of the centennial r'1 YMCA. a Father and Son for Dedication Will be served tonight in the local YMCA at 0:30 A three-man delegation to attend Dr.

W. W. Eshelman, member of run for the presidential office, was the source of much discussion. A poll of Republican committeemen and committeewomen showed that he was given the GOP majority locally purely on the Initiative of the voter and not as a result of an organized campaign in his favor. VFW Picks Trio North Side plant Attorney General Francis Biddle filed a petition for the restrainer late this afternoon, asking the court to enjoin the company from interfering with government operation and to order the officers to make available corporate records to the government director Wayne Chatflcld Taylor, assistant secretary of commerce.

the company, said the firm would file injunction proceedings within a few days in an effort to halt government operation. This step and the government petition generally were expected to be the first of many legal maneuvers that may eventually lead to the United State.4 trol of the local plants. In Washington, Representative Dewey, Chicago Republican. charged that the seizure was and un- Ameriean" and savored of gestapo He demanded a congressional investigation. Senator Byrd declared the seizure appeared, on the basi" of press accounts, to be "an out- Rain Falls 17th omnno local boards in de- i grove board of school directors last i.

7 1U A mree-man delegation to attend Dr, w. Eshelman, member terminfne what constitutes a con- night, a tentative budget showing lhe dedication of the new depart- the boys' work committee. Is sched- tribuUon Mellon defined "making estimated receipts of $54.082 against from oitlw Veterans tiled to be the toastmaster at the war as! estimated expenditures of scouts from the council of Foreign Wars at Hamsbure on affair and to introduce the speaker a contribution to the effoit as registered for the camp season. May 6 was named by the local VFW of the evening, the Rev. Luther A An'v registrant engaged in essen- on the present property tax rate 0 78f at semi-monthly meet- Krouse pastor of Emmanuel Lu- tial agriculture.

I of 25 mills and a per capita tax of 1 rom elgm locaI txoops- night. tlieran church Any registrant engaged in any $5. capacity in one of the essential 1 The budget will be open for pub- actlvities specifically listed in the lie inspection at the office of the series of activity and occupation secretary. H. W.

Stauffer, for the bulletins These bulletins list 35 next 20 days. Mathias M. Schneider was ap- 30 Boys Guests activities which have been held to be essential. McNutt Urges Draft Boards To Rcsurvey All Manpower WASHINGTON, April 27 Chairman Paul V. McNutt of the War Manpower commission today Those to attend are Commander Group singing under the diree- Walter Sakiewicz.

Junior tion of David Fithian, accompanied mander Earl Antrim and Adjutant by Miss Naomi Levengood, will be Fiedman. featured during the dinner. Other en through an exit and deposited During the session, a past-com- musical selections will be presented Frank Metzler, member of the laPel button was present- 1 by Mrs. Raymond Harold Hr emphasized that labor would take a non-partisan stand as far as political parties are concerned and would aim to encourage voting for man best suited for the Probate 4 Wills Of Area People Walter G. Anderson, of Potts- Earlier in the day, Silas abuse of and an- town, who died April 14, named Strawn, a Ward director and mem- nounced he would call upon the seven children equal beneficiaries ber of the law firm representing WLB for an explanation.

of his $1100 estate, according to his will filed for probate in the i Register of Wi3s Office at orris- town. I Harry F. Bush, of Stowe, who Dav in Month i died April 12, left his entire estate to his wife, Mattie, for life. He Following a one-day respite from that at her death his inclement weather, local property at Glasgow street, be Supreme court for a determination yesterday and gave out with given a son, Roy Bush and a prop- of the powers of the government lncil t0 17 the Prjy on Grosstown road to a I to seize a private business during, of days this month that W. Bush.

He further war time. have been leatured rainfall. vided that Esther Mest Is to shar? Averv ovav haireH Yesterday 5 precipitation boosted equally with his sons his estate Aveti, giaj-haned hit it0 Qg nu-hes the fall of rain thus than vpai estate tive officer of the mail older and far month, which is 3.12 inches Gebhart I mercantile concern, was ejected bod- above norn ai according to the lily from his eighth floor office and Reading leather bureau. The water, which further drenched al- it is t0 shftred by his 1 was borne to an elevator. Then- seated on the hands of two com- ready saturated farmlands, vvife's unpossible any plowing or planting M.

Gebhart, Lower Pottsgrove, left an estate valued at $2100 to his wife. Mary Etta and directed children af the wife's on the pointed a school director last night YMCA and oupil at North Coventry cd 10 Commander Sakiewicz by Gordon, Gerard Daliosio and Wilto take the place of Nicholas Len- High school, demonstrated weight hardt who recently entered the lifting feats last night at the Father Navy, i and Son program of the Rotary club in the Elks home. Quartermaster Joseph Lukens Mam Koss. Other business of the meeting Lt. Richard Rosendale, Marine Included the appropriation of money Corps Air service, son-in-law of to the Good Will ambulance fund William Bauerschmidt, a member His demonstration was a part of and thc community marble tourna- of the YMCA board, will be pre SAH tPn Jt the He bowed to the military men, (hen escorted by city detectives, walked to his chauffeur-driven ear and went to his oast home.

The first of the legal moves for the next few days, farmers said. The forecast for today is "fair and Highway Is 'Lab' PITTSBURGH, April 27 Pennsylvania turnpike is serving the program under the direction of tnpnt. FOR SALE S. Ernest Kulp, chairman of the 1 A orrK 800 Biock Nn EvRns st" Bl ick. fi Youth Service committee, suggested that local arait rooms bath, all h.

w. heat. Harold Gordon and Robert K. throughout the country open fireplace, garage Holmes of the YMCA spoke on the all available manpower, mciucnng Newly renovated and insulated, physical educational programs of men between 38 and 4d, in ot dci possession by June 15th the united YMCA's. to get "more men into war-uselul North End, Single Brick, 6 About 30 boys were guests of the jobs." bath, all h.

w. heat, h. w. Rotary club last night. "Selective Service boards could re- floors copper tubing, attached ga- quest men over 38 to take war rage iarge lot.

Splendid location, McNutt told manage- Apply JAMES J. MOORE REALTOR Gilbertsville, Penna. Phone. Boyertown 309-J-l Two new members from Valley Forge General hospital were obligated. ment labor policy committee at its meeting here, could ask the men to report to the nearest office of the IJ.

Employment service, to find out what essential employment is available," The committee took no action immediately on the proposal which McNutt said is offered as a WANTED First class metal worker, also first auto painter. Excellent The draf1 also figured indiiecth job. Steady work Pleas- in developments at the Capitol, ant conditions. Apply Pottstown along with pay of white collar work- Aut0 927 High St, ers and Montgomery Ward and company's dispute with the government. Mercury 45 Hign Antics Law I KM PERA TlRk EX IKEMLS FOR RENT Furnished Bachelor Apartment Apply 642 High St.

or Phone 608 after 6 P. M. TONIGHT DANCE EL CHICO See Page 14 Local temperatures yesterday and earlv this morning were: i a 5 a 7 8 8 a. m. 9 a.

10 a. m. 11 a. m. 12 m.

1 m. 2 52 4 tt 52 5 Si fi 50 7 pm 49 8 p. m. 49 9 p. m.

49 10 p. m. 49 11 p. m. 49 12 49 1 a.

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m. BOV SCOI TS ATTENTION! Work at Mans tawny Park postponed until Tuesday U. BORNEMAN NOTICE! My office will be closed April 29 Dr. Charles Lichtenwalner Jr. Store Your Furs and Woolens with Pottstown Cold Storage CLOSING Entire Stock of JUNIOR SPRING SUITS Were Regularly $45.00 NOW S25.00 Sizes 9 to All 100 i Wool CLEARANCE OF DRESSES $5.00 MARGUERITE DRESS SHOPPE Mrs.

Lipkin 23 N. Hanover St. Open Friday evening till 9 o'clock Saturday evening 8:30 EXCITING! They're Simply Gorgeous! STERLING SILVER RINGS With Simulated Stones 1.00 Many Birthstones are Included in this Offer KESSLER'S Drug and Cosmetic Store 215 High St. sented the gathering. A weight lifting demonstration and several amateur boxing bouts will be presented as a finale by members of the YMCA.

DANCE TONIGHT Music and Entertainment by HARRY WELSH and His Orchestra MERCHANTS NEON BAR High and York Sts. Earl J. Keller, of Millville, N. is named sole beneficiary of the $2560 estate of his mother. Flora Keller, of Pottstown.

who died April 16. Ministerial Assn. Will Hear VanHorn Byron VanHorn. personnel I and counter-moves that eventually a laboratory for testing engin- mav put the issue before the Su- eering features which should be preme Court took shape late in the incorporated in future super-high- dav. Attorney General Francis Bid- ways, Capt.

J. McCann of the manager of the Doehlei Dt' lasting company, will be the guest speaker at a dinner meeting of the Pottstown Ministerial association tonight at the Clover Leaf restaurant. Nomination of officers, to be elected in June, will ht received. Dr. Gustave W.

Weber, president of the association, will be in charge of the session. die asked the Federal court here state police in charge of the turn for an injunction prohibiting Av- pike said tonight, ery and other executives from obstructing government operation of 'I Wish You Could Write Shorthand' That is what the Employment be on the menu. Secretary says to many women ap-------------- plying for office work. Enter one of our day or evening classes and become proficient. Ask for bulletin.

Pottstown Business School NOTICE Oysters will soon be out of season, so why not stop in today and enjoy one of those delicious Oyster Pies at SWF.ISFORD STAR RESTAURANT Your favorite Swiss Steak will also Get Your BIRTH CERTIFICATE NOW Delays are caused by not having one when applying for a job. WALTER DAMES CO. 378 High St. Eye Examination Lense Grinding Is My Only Profession Dr. Phillips, Optometrist, 340 High WANTED TO Outside Toilet Write Box B-21, Mercury FOR SALE 1933 Plymouth Coupe, cheap.

Owner in army. Call John Hartenstine Jr phone 2190. Claude Heimbach, 93. BOBETTE 246 High Street SALE! NO COAL DELIVERIES Until After May 8th H. Hale, South Pottstown Women's Blouses $1 00 Sweaters PIE AND CAKE SALE Saturday Morning at 8 o'clock Ladies' Aux.

of Goodwill Fire Co. At J. C. Penney Store LAMPS SHADES Your Light So EVELYNE APPLEGATE Antique WILL PAY GOOD PRICE For High Power Rifle Phone 592 For Sale Completely equipped; doing excellent bus. Own- Beer.

Haag Bros. Ph. 2J4 er leaving town Box B-18, Mercury. ONLY TWO MORE DAYS TO USE SHOE RATION STAMP NO. 18 Use your for a pair Natural Bridge Poise-Moxelie DeLuxe Debs Crosby Square in arch, dress or sport models Our famous Chapman Health Shoes for children and boys BOSTON SHOE STORE 259 High St.

FIR STORAGE of Valuation Or $2 Minimum MOTH PROOFING AND SIMMER STORAGE ROTH CLEANERS 425 High Street Phone 2120 Free Call and Delivery Service WANTED Room and Board in private home for elderly lady requiring a little care Will pay $20 weekly. Write Box B-23, Mercury. KNOLLS SOCIAL PARLOR York and Walnut Sts. Fn, and Saturday Nights Watches, Diamonds. Wedding Rings A.

E. Willauer, 217 High St. ATTENTION, MOTHERS! Overalls and Dungarees Sizes 4 to 16- Sanforized Shrunk Friday and Saturday Only $1 00 each See our adv. on Page 9 for other Big Specials FRANK WEISS SON 256 High Street SCRAP DRIVE Benefit North Coventry soldiers' Christmas Fund Collection Monday, May I Rain date. Tuesday, May 2.

In North Coventry township Anyone in this vicinity wishing to donate scrap i phone William Semet, 1360-W Please have all papers tied (ARD OF THANKs To the Voters of East Coventry township I extend my sincere thanks for their support at the primaries. Tuesday. GEORGE FORGES D. 1. Spring City.

OWLS! OWLS! Dance Saturday Night Members Only Have Your Receipt WILKE FURNITURE HOtSE Open Friday Evenings I util 8:30 FOR SHOW CASE LaRae Beauty Shop 361 High Pottstown BEER Phone r.05 ON 1 HE MAIN DRAG frank seabol back on the main stem with a tan. BILL TOSTO backwards. MRS. SADIE TOLL! a Sonx list of directions. H.

RAYMOND CHRISTMAN about the incessant rains. MARINE PFC. SAMMY BECHTEL his cooking duties. CYRUS KCLP in a store entrance. BERT SHWV himself against the cold rain WILLIAM S( EI FER waving a greeHng Acro-it a counter.

SAMUEL H. KEHER a long fk w.ng apron. HORACE N. OLEWILER grasping hand ot a friend..