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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1944

Page

14

Nazis Plot New Bid to Seize World Rule

London dispatch reports that German high command may be preserving manpower for a future conquest by using foreign troops as frontline cannon fodder in Normandy. The piece notes Wehrmacht units rely on Czech Polish Russian Turkestan and Indian forces to spare German soldiers for possible postwar action and underground resistance.

Normandy Pierreuss INS Bureau Berlin Cher-bourg Peninsula Fuss London INS High Command Reich France Teuton Fourth Reich Hitler Germany Field Marshal von Rundstedt von Stuelpnagel Europe Junkers Wehrmacht President Benes Czechoslovakia

Death Ridge holds line on Biak Island during dawn assault

At Biak Island’s Bald Ridge Mokmer area US troops repelled a dawn Japanese attack against the west end of the ridge. Lt Melvin C McHenry of Hot Springs Montana led the unit that held after a two hour fight. Hero Lt William C Curtright of Los Angeles credited for key defense.

Biak Island Melvin C. McHenry Hot Springs Mont McHenry William C. Curtright Los Angeles

Newspaper Subscription Rates and Carrier Info

The notice lists AP news rights and local news, with subscription rates by carrier and mail options. It details prices for 1 year six months and three months, regional rates, and states no mail subscriptions in towns without carrier service.

Ion Star Terriories Allen-Klapp Company Michigan Avenue Chicago Fifth Atenas Nework New Center Bridg Detroit Media Records A.N.P.A

Heroic Stand on Ridge Against Japanese Forces

Cortright manned a forward machine gun and covered comrades until withdrawal, staying until daybreak before rescue. Lt. Hans M Jensen of Menomonie Wisconsin led a two day assault on a Japanese ack-ack position, endured thirst and hunger, and his patrols killed 18 enemies while breaking free with bazooka support.

Cortright Hans M. Jensen Menomonie Wis Jensen

Vote to Send Marine Band to G A R Camp

The senate completed action on a bill to authorize the marine band to attend the Grand Army of the Republic encampment in Des Moines September 10 to 14. The measure goes to the White House for presidential approval.

Washington Senate Marine Band Grand Army of the Republic Des Moines White House

B 29 Crashes On Return From Raid

New York AP reports the B 29 that raided Yawata last week crashed in China on return. All crew escaped injury and reached base after Captain Robert Root ordered emergency landing near Chinese lines. Time magazine recalls the harrowing incident with details from pilot and flight engineer Peter Coury.

New York Yawata China Time Magazine Time Harry Zinder Robert Root Root Zinder

Notice of Appointment of Administratrix in Linn County

Carrie M Stearns named as Administratrix of the estate of John H Rinehart Jote, deceased, in Linn County Iowa. She was appointed on June 8 1944 and may receive claims and payments. Those indebted should pay promptly. all claims must be filed with the Clerk of Linn County District Court via attorney Dwight Krumholtz.

Iown Linn County John H Rinehart Linn County Towa Iowa District Court

Summer fashion for girls and juniors at B-Cool and slacks line

A summer display highlights B-Cool sheer cottons for girls sizes 3 to 6x with pastel prints and contrasting edging. New home spun bags in multi color and beige line the second floor with large wooden framed pouches. Slacks, shirts, shorts and charming batiste outfits emphasize comfort and coolness for sunny days.

Batiste

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