Allies Study Reorganized Soviet Union
Washington observers debated Moscow moves as the Soviet Union imagines a virtual commonwealth of nations. Key questions focused on recognition of Soviet control over the Baltic states Latvia Lithuania Estonia and other border areas and the long term impact on global power dynamics.
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Russia
Reds May Equal British Strength for Soviet Unity
Foreign diplomats studying the USSR reconstruction of its 16 republics foresee a flexible foreign policy that could give Russia leverage in Allied councils, possibly multiple representation in bodies like the League of Nations. The Supreme Soviet approved each republic’s right to conduct foreign relations and its own army, while Moscow would still guide overall policy.
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Russia
League of Nations
British Commonwealth of Nations
European Advisory Commission
London
Washington
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Russa
Poland
Ussian
Europe
Ohio Soldier Killed Before Furlough Near Fort Miles
Pvt. Louis Brown of Findlay Ohio was killed yesterday when a government truck struck him as he walked along a road near the Fort Miles Reservation where he was stationed. The incident occurred the day he was to leave for furlough.
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Louis Brown
Findlay
Fort Miles Reservation
Passenger Struck and Killed at Mansfield Crossing
A passenger train struck and killed two women named Mrs. Clyde and Mrs. Thomas Carson as they walked along the tracks near a downtown crossing in Mansfield. The incident left no survivors and police investigated the crossing area for safety.
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Clyde
Thomas Carson
Downtown Crossing
Punishment Pledged for Jap Brutalities by Roosevelt
President Roosevelt declared Americans fighting in the Far East will pursue and punish Japanese torturers of their comrades. He said trials will come after Allied victory, with an emphasis on military action and collaboration with Allies, and the FBI to assist in locating those responsible.
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State Ballot Advocates Win First Victory
Washington dispatch reports state ballot advocates securing an initial triumph by blocking a House rules change that would permit a roll call on the federal ballot issue. Federal endorsers expect a Senate test vote, while President Roosevelt favors a record vote as part of representative government.
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Nazi Bombers Downed In Attack on Convoy
Allied authorities report Beaufighters of the coastal airforce intercepted 40 German bombers fifty miles off North Africa. Three Junkers 88s were shot down, but a few planes reached the convoy. The German communique claims torpedo planes attacked an Allied supply convoy, hitting a cruiser and seven freighters totaling 52,000 tons.
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North Africa
Skillful Artillery Fire Credited to Ohio Unit
Ohio's 136th Field Artillery Battalion, part of the 37th Division, conducts a decisive barrage at the Munda campaign command post on New Georgia Island. Lt. Col. James B. Wells credits the action to a rapid, data-free phone-directed fire that repelled a 100 to 200 man raid, with the barrage driving off the attackers. The unit, drawn from Dayton Caldwell and Cambridge, is commanded by Lt. Col. Henry L. Shafer and serves under Brig. Gen. Leo M. Kreber in Columbus.
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Soviet Forces Pounding Path Across Estonia
Soviet troops drive deep into Estonia with advances toward Narva as German defenses pull back in the north. Russian offensives widen across the Baltic region while European air raids pound Germany, including Berlin, as Allied forces push through Italy toward Cassino and Rome.
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11 Month Old Child Strangled by Nipple
Dayton police report an 11 month old boy, Gary R. Ashworth, son of Mr and Mrs Paul Ashworth, found dead in his crib after a nipple attachment on his nursing bottle came off and caused strangulation.
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Freight Train Hits Caboose in Fog Near Here
A speed freight train struck the rear of a halted caboose in fog near Painesville early today injuring three trainmen.
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Here
War den hotel owner Frank G buried in Newark Friday
Frank G Ward en, former owner of Hotel War den, died yesterday in Des Moines Iowa and will be buried in Newark Friday. He built the famous hotel and was a prominent local businessman and civic leader. He leaves a widow and two children.
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Frank G. Warden
Des Moines
Iowa
Obituary: Karl H Hoenig Leader at Trinity Episcopal
Karl H Pop Hoenig aged 78, longtime organist and choir director at Trinity Episcopal Church in Columbus for 44 years, died yesterday.
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Columbus
Karl H
Pop) Hoenig
Trinity Episcopal Church
NO SIMPLE JOB By Charles H. McMurtry
Pearl Harbor dispatch argues the Marshall Islands campaign will not be a quick victory. Nimitz commands a vast force. weeks of hard fighting and heavy air and sea opposition are expected as Marines and soldiers push from beachheads through pillboxes and fortified positions.
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Chester W. Nimitz
Central Pacific
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Gilberts
Sicily
Kusaie Island
Carolines
Wake Island
Court Rules Legislature May Appoint Members to Some State Commissions
Ohio Supreme Court finds the Postwar Planning Commission valid if limited to investigations and postwar planning, but bans spending on park leases or other sovereign powers. Decision allows continued preparation of a postwar program for later legislative approval, amid prior challenges to its constitutionality.
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Ohio Supreme Court
Ohio Postwar Planning Commission
Bricker Plans Southern Campaign Swing
Ohio Governor John W. Bricker outlined a southern campaigning trip for the Republican presidential nomination. He said two to three speeches would be delivered in Miami on March 14 and he would speak in Aberdeen South Carolina on March 23, with a Lincoln Day address in Lincoln on February 10 to press his bid.
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Nebraska
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Fla
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First Non Round Elliptical Star Discovered
New York reports that Harvard South African observatory announced a previously unseen elliptical star. Dr. J. S Paraskevopoulos notes it may illustrate planetary system formation, potentially linking to Earthlike worlds. The find follows two major astronomical planet indicators recently disclosed.
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New Straitsville Miner Dies in Mishap
Thomas FE. Davis aged 68 was killed in Lost Hollow Mine No. 2. Born in Wales in 1875 he came to the United States at six. He leaves sisters Lena Smith Gwen Eberts Mayme McGrady Anna Wright Harriet Adair Edith Hines and brother William Davis. Funeral Thursday at 2 p.m. at Lena Smiths home conducted by Rev. Plumley.
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Thomas FE. Davis
Lost Hollow
Wales
Lena Smith
Gwen Eberts
Mayme McGrady
Anna Wright
William Davis
Akron
Plumley
Methodist Church
Marion County Leads Ohio in Fourth War Loan Drive
Leaders in Marion County report the county was the first in Ohio to exceed its Fourth War Loan quota. The milestone reflects strong local support and coordinated efforts across communities.
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Marion County
Ohio
Road Program Changes Seen
Ohio highway officials at the Chicago convention report likely postwar program changes. Seven large projects already approved include Route 25 segments from Cincinnati to north of Dayton and near Lima, Route 40 through Columbus, Route 42 in Mansfield, a Cleveland freeway, plus projects in Akron and Toledo. The combined state and national program could total up to 200 million dollars, far above the typical annual Ohio spending of about 20 million. Construction last year was around 14 million.
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Believe Flood Danger Small
Col. Van RB Wilkes U S Army district engineer says there is little chance of a flood along the Ohio River soon due to scant snow in the Allegheny Monongahela basins and low reservoir levels. Water has fallen to conservation level and only prolonged rain could raise danger.
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Use of Autos Banned In Spain To Save Oil
London reports Madrid ordered all private cars and motorcycles off the streets to conserve fuel as Washington halts oil shipments to Spain. The ban aims to reduce consumption and preserve scarce resources during the oil crisis.
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London
Washington
Catholic Charges Stalin Plans Separate Peace
A Soviet writer accuses the Vatican of a pro Fascist tilt prompting counter charges from Catholic leaders. Msgr. Fulton J. Sheen rebuts Izvestia and Dmitri Petrov, while Archbishop John T. McNicholas warns Catholics not to be swayed by propaganda.
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Veterans of Attu Among First Ashore
American forces opened the Kwajalein atoll invasion in the Marshalls with Marine and Army units securing islets near Roi and Kwajalein. Admiral Spruance led a massive fleet while air support from Seventh Air Force and carrier wings pounded defenses as troops pushed inland amid caution toward a prolonged battle.
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Red Cross Aims to Raise 200 Million in March Drive
New York report states the American Red Cross will seek 200 million dollars in March to support wartime relief efforts. National chairman Leon Fraser announced the drive at a Red Cross area conference.
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Chicago rains ease grain market selling pressure
Rains across large parts of the grain belt reduced selling pressure on cereals today. Prices for major grains faded while some minor contracts showed declines as traders reassessed supply conditions.
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