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The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07
Your GI Rights QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
 ON sERvicEMEN's PROBLEMS
By DOUGLAS LARSEN NEA Staff Correspondent

Washington, May Here are some questions on the Apprentice Training Program for veterans:
 0. had just gotten out of high school before I was inducted into the Navy and never had job. They tell me that tool and die makers get good salaries and the work sort of appeals to me. How would you suggest that I get into this trade?
 A. Go to the nearest office of the U. s. Employment Service. They will give you all the details of the Governments apprentice training program.
 o. How long would it take to learn the electrician trade under the Governments apprentice pro- gram?
 A. Apprentice training in most trades usually requires about four years. It varies with the trade. Some of the more specialized elec- trical trades require up to five years apprenticeship.
 c. am interested in learning a trade but I also would like to take advantage of the education benefits of the CT Bill of Rights. on a part time basis, of course. Will it be possible to be an apprentice and go to school besides?
 A. Yes. Practically all the Gov ernment's apprentice programs include additional class room tn- structions. The curriculum usually includes mathematics. draftsman- ship, blue print reading, physics and other sciences which relate to the work in the trade. In addition to those courses you will be permit ted English, history. and other non- scientific courses.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07
EVIDENCE TO START
 IN SllO,O00 SUIT

Trail will start in superior court tomorrow morning before Judge John A. Cornell and a jury in the S110,0OO civil action brought by four Stratford residents against the City of Waterbury. The litigation is bas- ed on injuries sustained by the plaintiffs when their car crashed into the traffic stanchion at Wa tertown avenue and Robbins street March g, 1942.
 The plaintiffs are Paul DeLa- hunta, his wife, Bessie; Edwin MacKeever, and his wife, Doris.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07
PAPERS WITHDRAWN
 IN ALIENATION SUIT

Withdrawal papers were filed in superior court today in the s25, ,00C alienation of affections suit brought by John J. Lacey of Watertown against Clarencs H. Shove of Che shire, owner of the Waterbury Coat Apron & Powell Supply Go. The litigation had been reported settled out of court April l2. after polling of jury had started.
 The plaintiff claimed the love and affection of his wife. Estelle Helen Rakowska Lacey. was alienated by the defendant, and that the happiness of his home was destroyed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07
REV. ARIEL AINSWORTH
 ASSUMES NEW DUTIES

Rev. Ariel V. Ainsworth has as- Sumed his duties as new pastor of the Advent Christian church here. He comes to Waterbury fro m Rochester, N H, where he has been pastor of the Rochester Advent Christian church for the past three years. Rev. Ainsworth was ordained in Danbury in 1885 and is a grad uate ot kIrcrG. College, Aurora, III
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07
10000 See Circus Performer Killed

New York, May NUP)-Per- formers in the Ril.gling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus car- ried on in trooper tradition today despite . new tragedy in which a beautiful trapeze artist plunged 70 feet to her death before 10000 awed spectators.
 Victoria Terrence, 32, slim and graceful aerialist, fell from the top of Madison Square Garden last night as spotlight singled out the descent of her and her husband after their nine minute act.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07
1000 SERVICEMEN
 RENEW AUTOLICENSES

Total renewals Of automobile li- censes in Waterbury this year were 5 900 as against 34,500 for the year l944, Alice E. Bradley, supervisor of the local branch office of the De- partment of Motor Vehicle announc- cd yesterday.
 Of the licenses renewed. approx imately 2,000 belonged to Servicemen Mrs. Bradley's report showed. Some servicemen overseas had their H. censes renewed by thei: families.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07
By s. BURTON HEATH NEA Staff Correspondent

Washington, May 7.-GeImanJ's : unconditional surrender does not involve immediate repatriation for the three to four hundred thousand Nazi prisoners of war now in the United States. Many or most of them will remain behind American barbed wire for some time to come.
 The Geneva Convention, which controls the handling of such captives, provides that the re- patriation of prisoners shall be ef- fected with the least possible delay after the conclusion of peace"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07

Panama has a national program for building 400 schools.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07

Sweden is considering construc- ton Of new airports at seven towns.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-07
Hi-Y Meeting

The Hi-Y will meet "Wednesday evening at 7:30 o'clock Fifteen members attended last weeks meet ing which was in charge of Guy C. Heldry.
 The group decided to go on a trip to New York city sometime during the month Of June. It was also
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1945-01-07
Allies Maintain Continuous Offensive

The greatest tribute which can be paid to the courage and
fighting ability of these splendid soldiers in Italy is to point out
that although their strength is about equal to that of the Ger
mans they oppose, the Allies have been continuously on the
offensive.
That pressure, that offensive. by our troops in Italy will
continue.
The American people-and every soldier fighting in the
Apennines-should remember that the Italian front has not
lost any Of the Importance which it had in the days when it
was the only Allied front in Europe.
In the Pacific during the past year, we have conducted the
fastest moving offensive in the history of modern warfare. We
have driven the enemy back more than 5000 miles across the
central Pacific.
4 year ago, our conquest of Tarawa was a little more than
a month old.
A year ago we were preparing for our invasion of KwaJa.
the Philippines.
A year ago, Gen. Macarthur was still fighting in New
Guinea, almost 1900 miles from his present position in the
Philippine Islands.
We now have firmly established bases in the Mariana
Islands from which our Superfortresses bomb Tokyo itself-and
will continue to blast Japan in over-increasing numbers.
Japanese forces in the Philippines have been cut in two.
There is still hard fighting ahead-costly fighting. But the lib
Grafton of the Philippines will mean that Japan has been largely
cut of from her conquest in the East Indies.
The landing Of our troops on Leyte was the largest amphibi-
Gus operation thus far conducted in the Pacific.
Moreover, these landings drew the Japanese fleet into the
first great sea battle which Japan has rsked in almost two
years. Not since the night engagements around Guadalcanal in
November December, 1912, had our navy been able to come to
grips with major units of the japanese fleet.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1945-01-07
Make Steady Progress in Burma

Despite the loss of important bases in China. the tonnage
delivered by air transport has enabled Gen. Chennaults lith
Air Force, which includes many Chinese fiers, to wage an efec-
tive and aggressive campaign against the Japanese. In i9f4, arr
craft of the nth Air Force flew more than $4,000 sorhes against
the Japanese and sank enormous tonnage OF enemy shhpplng'
greatly diminishing the usefulness of the China Sea lanes.
British, Dominion and Chinese forces together with our own
have not only held the line in Burma against determined Japa-
nese attacks, but have gained bases of considerable importance
to the supply line into China.
The Burma campaigns have involved incredible hardship
and have demanded exceptional fortitude and determination.
The officers and men who have served with so much devotion IN
these far distant jungles and mountains deserve high honor from
their countrymen.
In all of the far-hung operations of our own armed forces
on land. and sea and in the air-the final job, the toughest job,
has been performed by the average, easy-going, hard-hghting
young American who carries the weight of battle on his own
shoulders.
1t is to him that we and all future generations of Americans
must pay grateful tribute.
Butt is of small satisfaction to him to know that monu-
ments will be raised TO him in the future. He wants, he needs
and he is entitled TO insist upon, our full and active support
now.
Although unprecedented production figures have made pos
sible our victories, we shall have to increase our goals even more
in certain lines.
Peak deliveries of supplies were made TO the war depart
ment in December, 1913. Due in part to cut-backs, we have not
produced as much since then. Deliveries of army supplies were
down by Is per cent by July, 1914, before the upward trend was
once more resumed.
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Stresses Army Need for Nurses

Because of increased demands from overseas. the army
service forces in the month of October, 1944, had to increase its
estimate of required production by 10 per cent. But IN Novem-
Der, one month later, the requirements for 1915 had to pc in
creased another 10 per cent, sending the production goal well
above anything we have yet attained.
Our armed forces in combat have steadily increased their
expenditure of medium and heavy artillery ammunition. As we
continue the decisive phases of this war, the munitions that We
expenG will mount day by day.
In October, 1914, while some were saying the war in Europe
was over, the army was shipping more men to Europe than in
any previous month of the war.
One of the most urgent immediate requirements of the
armed forces is more nurses. Last April the army requirement
for nurses was set at 90 000. Actual strength in nurses was then
10000. Since that time the army has tried to raise the additional
10000. Active recruiting has been carried on, but the net gain
in eight months has been only 1000. There are now 1900
nurses in the army.
Recent estimates have increased the total number needed to
sc, 600. That means that $4,000 more nurses must be obtained
for the army alone and the navy now requires 1000 additional
nurses.
The present shortage Of army nurses il reflected in undue
strain on the existing force. More than 1000 nurses are now
hospitllized. and part Of this is due to ONerMork -
The shortage is also indicated by the fact that ii army
hospital units have been sent overseas without their complement
of nurses. At army hospitals in the United states there is only
one nurse TO 26 beds, instead of the recommended one to ID beds.
1t is tragic that the gallant women who have volunteered
for service as nurses should be so overworked. 1t is tragic that
our wounded men should ever want for the best possible nursing
care.
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Jap Fleet Remnants in Hiding

We had brushed against their feet in the first battle of the
Philippine Sea in June, 1914. but not until last October were we
able really to engage a major portion OF the Japanese navy in
actual combat. The naval engagement which ragged for three
days Was the heaviest blow ever struck against japanese sea
power.
As the result of that battle. much of what is left of the
Japanese fleet has been driven behind the screen of islands that
separates the Yellow Sea, the China sea and the Sea of Japan
from the Pacific.
Our navy looks forward to any opportunity which the lords
Of the japanese navy will give us to fight them again.
The people of this nation have a right 10 be proud of the
courage and fighting ability Of the men in the armed forces
on all fronts. They also have a right to be proud of American
leadership which has guided their sons into battle.
The history of the generalship of this war has been a his.
tory of teamwork and cooperation, of skill and daring. Let me
give you one example out of last years operations in the Pacific.
Last September, Adm. Halsey led American naval task
forces into Philippine waters and north TO the East China Sea.
and struck heavy blows at Japanese air and sea power.
At that time. il was our plan TO approach the Philippines by
further stages, taking islands which we may call \, c and T..
However, Adm. HalSey reported that a direct attack on Ieyte
appeared feasible. When Gen. Macarthur received the reports
from Adm. Halseys task forces, he also concluded that Il might
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be possible to attack the Japanese in the Philippines directly
bypassing islands A, c and +.
Adm. Nimitz thereupon offered to make available TO Gen.
Macarthur several divisions which had been scheduled to take
the intermediate detectives. These discussions, conducted at
great distances, all took place in one day.
Gen. Macarthur Immediately informed the joint chiefs OF
staff here in Washington that he was prepared to initiate plans
for an attack on Leyte in October. Approval of the change IN
plan was given on the same day.
Thus, within the space of "a hours, a major change of plans
was accomplished which involved army and navy forces from two
different theaters of operations change which FASTENED the
liberation Of the Philippines and the final day OF Wctory-a
change which saved lives which would have been expended in the
capture of islands which are now neutrahzed far behind our lines.
Our overall strategy has not neglected the, important task
of rendering all possible aid to China. Despite almost insuper-
able difficulties, we increased this aid during 1914. AT present
our aid to China must be accomplished by air tra~nsport-there
is no other way.
BY the end of 1914. the Air Transport Command was carry
ing into China tonnage of supplies three times as great AS that
delivered a year ago, and much more, each month, than the
Burma road ever delivered at its peak.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1945-01-07
Cites Up+urn in U-Boa+ Warfare

Without this success over German submarines. we could not
have built up our invasion forces or air forces in Great Britain.
nor could we have kept a steady stream of supplies flowing to
them after they had landed in France.
The Nazs. however, may succeed in improving their sub
marines and their crews. They have recently increased their u
boat activity. The Battle of the Atlantic-hke all campaigns in
this war-demands eternal vigilance. But the British, Canadian
and other Allied navies, together with our own, are constantly
on the alert.
The tremendous operations in western Europe have over
Swallowed in the public mind the less spectacular but vitality i'm
portant Italian front. Its place in the strategic conduct of the war
in Europe has been obscured, andy some people, unfortunately
-underrated.
II is important that any misconception on that score be cor
rected-nOw.
What the Allied forces in Italy are doing is a well-considered
part in our strategy in Europe, now aimed at only one objective
the total defeat Of the Germans. These valiant forces in Italy
are continuing to keep a substantial portion of the German army
under constant pressure-includng some 20 first-line German
divisions and the necessary supply and transport and replacement
troops-all of which our enemies need so badly elsewhere,
Over very difficult terrain and through adverse weather
conditions. our Fifth Army and the British Eighth Army
reinforced by units from other United Nations. including a
brave and wen-equipped unit of the Brazilian army-haNe, in
the past year, pushed north through bloody Casino and the
Anzio beachhead, and through Rome until now they occupy
heights overlooking the valley of the Pc.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1945-01-07
Time Still Ripe for Service Act

I now again call upon Congress to enact this measure for
the total mobilization of all our human resources for the prose
cution of the war. l urge that this be done at the earliest pos
sible moment.
1t is not too late in the war. In fact, bitter experience has
shown that in this kind of mechanical warfare where new
weapons are constantly being created by our enemies and by
ourselves, the closer we come 10 the end OF the war. the more
pressing becomes the need for sustained Mar production with
which TO deliver the final blow To the enemy.
There are three basic arguments for a national service law.
First-It would assure that we have the right numbers of
workers in the right places at the right times.
~Second-It you'd provide supreme proof 10 all our hGhtin
men that we are giving them what they are entitled TO, which IS
nothing less than our total effort.
And-third-it would be the final, unequivocal answer TO
the hopes of the Nazs and the Japanese that we may become
half-hearted about this war and that they can get from us a
negotiated peace.
National service legislation would make it possible to put
ourselves in a position TO assure certain and speedy action in
meeting our manpower needs.
II would be used only to the extent absolutely required by
military necessities. In fact, experience in Great Britain and IN
other nations at war indicates that use OF the compulsory powers
of national service Is necessary only in rare instances.
This proposed legislation would provide against loss of
retirement and seniority rights and benefits. 1t would not mean
reduction in wages.
In adopting such legislation, it is not necessary TO discard
the voluntary and cooperative processes which have prevailed
up to this time. This cooperation has already produced great
results. The contribution of our workers TO the war effort has
been beyond measure.
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S President RooseveH's Message on State of the Union

back should get another job where production is being increased.
This is no time TO quit or change TO less essential jobs.
There is an old and true saying that the Lord hates a
gutter. And this nation must pay for all those who leave their
essential jobs7-or all those who lay down on their essential jobs
for nonessential reasons. And-again=that payment must be
made with The Ifes blood of our sons.
Many critical production programs with sharply rising needs
are now seriously hampered by manpower shortages. The most
important army needs are artillery, ammunition, cotton duck,
bombs, tires, tanks, heavy trucks and even B-29s. In each Of
these vital programs, present production is behind requirements.
Navy production Of bOmbardment ammunition is hampered
by manpOwer shortages; 80 is production for its huge rocket
program. Labor shortages have also delayed its cruiser and
carrier programs. and production of certain types Of aircraft.
There is critical need for more repair workers and repair
parts; this lack delays the return of damaged fighting ships to
their places in the fleet, and prevents ships now in the fighting
line from getting needed overhauling.
The pool of young men under 26 classified as IA Is almost
depleted. Increased requirements for the armed forces will take
men now deferred who are at work in war industry. The armed
forces must have an assurance of a steady flow of young men
for requirements.
Meeting this paramount need will be difficult, and will also
make 1t progressively more difficult TO attain the 1915 produce
ton goals.
Last year, after much consideration, l recommended that the
Congress adopt a national service act AS the most efficient and
democratic way of insuring full production for our war require
ments. This recommendation was not adopted.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1945-01-07
Best of Care Assured Wounded

The inability to get the needed nurses for the army is not
due to any shortage of nurses. There are 2S0000 registered
nurses practcng in this country. 1t has been estimated by the
War Manpower Commission that 81 900 additional nurses could
be made available to the armed forces without interfering too
seriously with the need. of the civilian population for nurses.
Since volunteering has not produced the number of nurses
required. urge that the SeIectye Service Act he amended To
provide for the induction of nurses into the armed forces. The
need is too pressing to await the outcome of further efforts at
recruiting.
The care and treatment given TO our wounded and sick
soldiers have been the best known in medical science. Those
standards must be maintained at all costs. We cannot tolerate a
lowering Of them by failure to provide adequate nursing for the
brave men who stand desperately in need of it. "
I'm the continuing progress Of this war we have constant
need for new types of weapons. For we cannot afford to fight
the war of today or tomorrow with the weapons of yesterday.
For example, the American army now has developed a new tank
with a gun more powerful than any yet mounted on a fast
moving vehicle. The army will need many thousands of these
new tanks in 1915.
Almost every month finds some new development in cleo
tronics which must be put into production in order to maintain
our technical superiority-and in order to save lives. We have
to work every day to keep ahead of the enemy in radar.
On D-Day, in France, with our superior new equipment, we
located and then put out of operation every warning set which
the Germans had along the French coast.
II we do not keep constantly ahead of our enemies in the
with the lies blood of our sons.
The only way TO meet these increased needs for new
weapons and more of them is for every American engaged in
ians. men and women, not engaged in essential work. to go out
and get a war job.
Workers who are released because their production is cut
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Pays Tribute to Fighting Men

The greatest victory of the last year was, of course, the
successful breach on June 6, 1914, of the German "impregnabie
seawaI of Europe and the victorious sweep of the Allied forces
through France and Belgium and neutrality-suspicious. to the
Rhine itself.
The cross channel invasion of the Allied armies was the
greatest amphibious operation in the history of the world. 1t
overshadowed all other operations in this or any other war in
its intensity.
It's success is a tribute TO the fighting courage Of the SOL
diers who stormed the beaches-to the sailors and merchant
who put the soldiers ashore and kept them supplied
and to the military and naval leaders who achieved a real
miracle of planning and execution.
And it is also a tribute to the ability of two nations
Britain and America, to plan together, and work together and
fight together in perfect cooperation and perfect harmony.
This cross-channel operation, landing troops in southern
France. In this, the same cooperation and the same harmony
existed between the American, French and other Allied forces
based in North Africa and Italy.
The success of the two invasions is a tribute also to the
ability of many men and women TO maintain silence, when a
few careless words would have imperiled the lives of hundreds
of thousands, and would have jeopardized the whole vast under
takings.
These two great operations were made possible by success
in the Battle of the Atlantic.