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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1943
Page
1
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In a wide analysis the piece argues that if Italy falls or is threatened, Hitler may be forced into a broader war. It discusses Allied advances near Sicily, potential Balkan abandonment, and the strategic impact on Europe, weighing how a rapid Italian disruption could lengthen or shorten the conflict. The report surveys expected German responses and the risk of a multi-front confrontation.
North western Pennsylvania sees a plan to form a new State Guard unit with a 2-platoon structure based in Corry and Erie. Robert E. Brown of Company A, 112th Infantry, leads efforts. officers discuss armory reopening and recruiting among local hunters and residents.
Lieut. Thomas Dudley Harmon, reported missing April 14 in a South American jungle after a crash, has been found and reached a South American base. Details on the accident and fate of other crew members were not disclosed.
A survey by the Women's Central War Activities Committee and the Women's Victory Club reports eight hundred Victory Gardens in Corry are already assured with more expected. The January Red Cross dressings quota remains unmet and an urgent appeal is issued for volunteers at the post office building where Red Cross work is underway.
After a four inch Friday snowfall, sea sonal warmth melted much the snow by the next afternoon as heavy rains fell overnight. Northern towns faced continued blustery conditions with up to eight inches on the ground in Kane, while western Pennsylvania towns reported 59 degrees and Phil adelphia logged record cold. Fishermen adjusted plans as outdoor activities dwindled under harsh weather and thaw delayed by Palm Sunday.
A delegation of 54 western Pennsylvania mayors returned from Washington reporting no change in district gasoline regulations for about two weeks. Harold Ickes and the Petroleum Administration for War are studying future supplies and possible practical zone borders to avoid discrimination, with surveys expected within two weeks. The group noted three surveys since last December covering West Virginia and four western Pennsylvanian towns near the Ohio line. Senator James J. Davis said refineries and workers in western Pennsylvania were idle due to a gasoline surplus.
Elmer Davis Drirector of the Office of War Information argues that enemy nations confiscate assets and that Americans must buy war bonds to ensure security. He warns that lacking funds could threaten ongoing war efforts and national safety.
Washington action on the currency stabilization fund faced a Republican bloc with Democratic aid. An understanding barred debate on the devaluation provision this session. Morgenthau urged keeping the clause as a defensive weapon to counter foreign devaluation operations.
Harrisburg April 17 Governor Martin proposed a conference of party leaders to discuss non partisan legislation after a Democratic bill-reading slowdown. Democratic Senate Leader McGinnis called the idea "a very good idea" though he had not yet received the letter and planned to submit it to his party on Monday. The governor said the reply addressed minority party requests for appointments.
Moscow reports a slow but thorough offensive in the Caucasus Ku ban delta with strong artillery and bomber prep before an infantry advance into German lines. Gains were consolidated as new operations were readied.
AP reports Spain's peace initiative faces swift rejection by foreign ministers in Barcelona. Ambassadors from Portugal Argentina Chile and others discuss a broader mission while U.S. Ambassador Hayes stays in place amid diplomatic tensions. Vatican aides prepare for treaty work and peace facilitation as European leaders weigh responses.
The Associated Press reports a reorganization within the U S Navy and a strengthened US and Allied position in the Pacific. Reinforcements for General Douglas MacArthur are being considered, with calls in Congress for shipments of aircraft and supplies to Australia and China to support fronts there. No official Navy comment followed Secretary Knox’s remarks yesterday on the reorganization.
Associated Press reports Dr. Francis B. Haas, state superintendent, attributes a 28 percent fall in Pennsylvania public school enrollment to war factors. He notes a steeper decline in secondary education due to child labor in industry and farms, gasoline shortages hindering rural attendance, and older students entering the armed forces. Readership figures show 1,593,988 pupils enrolled in November, down from 1,682,220 the previous year.
Allied forces press the Tunis front as British infantry seize Djebel Ang and advance toward the plain. French operations south of Rommel’s line target Bou Arada and Pont du Paris while air raids hit Palermo destroying vessels and facilities. American and Allied aircraft strike supply ships near Cap Serrat and Cap Bon, with heavy bombing on coastal targets.
Washington April 17 The vice president of National Petroleum Co PleasAntville Pa says he never expected a day when a bushel of potatoes costs more than a barrel of oil He urges the OPA to raise oil prices to fund wages and avert war effort harm He argues Pennsylvania lubricating oil is vital for aviation engines and that lubrication shortages threaten production and fuel for defense uses.
General Eisenhower announced that the Second U S Army Corps captured 4 680 Axis prisoners on the Tunisian front. Allied forces destroyed hundreds of vehicles and dozens of guns. Casualties reached 5 372, with 903 killed and 964 wounded noted by Eisenhower.
Jamestown municipal counsel ruled the board of education cannot restrict outside work by city employees when it does not interfere with municipal duties. Board members, not opposed to outside jobs, fear early morning hours may affect school duties. An early policy is expected after committee meetings tonight and again tomorrow. Hospitals receive millions in a trust fund for a widow. probate of her will closes yesterday.
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