Air and Sea Blockade Threatens All Holdings South of China
Allied air and naval blockade tightens around Japanese possessions south of China. Garrisons on scattered isles depend on makeshift shipping. a 1,000 ton freighter was sunk in the Dayao Gulf. Pacific Command reports heavy losses for Halmahera and ongoing strikes by land-based bombers from distant bases.
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Associated Press
Southwest Pacific
Philippines
China
Dowells MacArthur
Australia
Ceram
Ainwolia
Booroe
Kai
Aroe
Tanimbar Islands
Japan
Halmahers
Dayad Gulf
Halmahera
Batts Jonth
Pearl Harbor
Chester W. Wimitz
Tokyo
Chichidinw
Fit Filla Jootty
Af Jaypary
Poamihiahiin
Burles
St Malo Citadel Falls to Allied Forces
London reports German commander acknowledging the fall of St. Malo after days of heavy American bombardment. Allied communiques say the citadel has fallen as supply lines fail and resistance ends. Berlin claims Hitler awarded Oak Leaves to Aulock for misight.
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London
Andreas von Ailldck
St. Malo
Caucasus
Breton Park
Nanother
Stalingrad
Aulock
DNB
Retreating Allied Forces Face Resistance Across Europe
Bulletin reports retreat of assault forces toward Welles, with Gandhi seeking talks on independence. French interior army captures Pau and Tarbes as Nazi efforts to quell revolts intensify. Broadcasts claim Tokyo radio notes Japanese diplomats left Paris as Allies advance on the capital.
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London
French Army of the Interior
Pau
Tarbes
Bern
Dewey Plans Philadelphia Appearance September 7
Albany dispatch reports Gov. Thomas F. Dewey strengthening his presidential bid with a September 7 talk at Convention Hall Philadelphia and a following address in Louisville the next day. Organization machinery is running smoothly as he aims to carry Pennsylvania and Kentucky, and to shore up support in border states before November.
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Louisville
Associated Press
Albany
Thomas F. Dewey
Wih
Pennsylvania
Kentucky
Roosevelt
Dewey
Paul Lielewood
Philadelphia
Loisville
New York
Avtheo
Pittsburgh
Spring
Field
le Douls
Wendell
Willkie
Herbert Hoover
Isome
National
Moscow Radio Claims Army On German Soil Front
Moscow radio reports Soviet forces have reached German soil as heavy enemy losses mount in failed attempts to pierce red lines in East Prussia and Lithuania. The broadcast highlights three pronged pressure on enemy positions and rising threats to East Prussia.
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Moscow Radio
Lithuania
East Prussia
Fresh Soviet successes in Estonia and near Warsaw
London reports German retreat scorches towns along the East Prussian border to hamper Soviet advance. NBC Moscow says Red Army crossed into Germany as German resistance crumbles. Soviet fronts claim heavy enemy losses while advancing toward East Prussia, with forces near Tartu and Valka and a widening Vistula bridgehead.
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Associated Press
London
Lutiay
Moscow
Red Army
Germany
Lake Pelpus
Estonia
Monitor
Ares
Owen
IV Chernakhovsky
East Prussia
Sresvuppe
Watt
Cherniakhovsky
Sinullatini
Lithuania
Chervilakhsovsky
Tyan Bayvambu
Gherraktior Bhares
Poland
Suwalki Triangle
Niemery River
Tithuania
Tasterburg
Konigsberg
Szeszuppé
Prisaiat
Tydlukulmen
Viliavis~ Kan
Vistula
Warsaw
Ivan Maslenaikov
Tartu
Valka
Baltic
Vistuls
Explosion Buries Worker in Kittanning Plant Death
An explosion at the Eljer Co works in Kittanning buried Henry Melxelberger, 43, of Ford City, R. D. 1, under steel columns. He died an hour later at Armstrong County Hospital. The incident also injured other workers.
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Kittanning
Ps. Tig
Eljer Co
Henry Melxelberger
Ford City
R. D
Armstrong County Hospital
Bine
Witnesses Subpoenaed In Local Criminal Actions
Canadian and British forces seal new UH Army trap as Allied fronts swing eastward from Caen. Germans fear Patton feints while Patton threatens Seine crossings. Resistance crumbles in the south as Allied momentum continues.
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Caen
Patton
Patis
Seine
Fresh Allied Landings Reported on Both Sides of Toulon
Allied forces push through French coastlines in two zones near Toulon while Patton’s tanks spearhead toward Paris region. German resistance dwindles as the battle narrows toward Caen and Armagnac lines, with major units sustaining losses and potential surrender looming.
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Toulon
Agreement Reached On Occupation of Germany and Japan
President Roosevelt stated at a news conference that a general understanding exists with Russia and Britain on occupation of Germany, with no detailed plans. He indicated progress toward China on Japan’s occupation, noting only verbal exchanges with Chiang Kai-shek and plans to confer with Churchill, timing unclear.
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Roosevelt
Russia
Britain
Churchill
Associated Press
Washington
Germany
Wye
Ton
China
Japan
Jasimo Chiang Kai Shek
Churchill Agaii
Grand jury to hear Seight Corry cas es in Erie
Erie county grand jury will hear twenty two witnesses in the Seight Corry cases. Police Chief John D Flanigan reported subpoenas were issued and more are to be delivered. Indictments may follow as authorities pursue robberies and property recoveries tied to the Corry matter.
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G. E. Bennett
Erie
Erin
Wiliel
Grand Jury
Bath
Sind
Oth
John D. Flanigan
Corry
Ile
Eldberry Buying Announced For District Harvest
Burrows of Blain announces large scale elderberry purchases for a North East canning plant paying 4 cents a pound for fresh picked berries left on stems. Pickups arranged by truce at Elgin and other picker homes. expected harvest may yield about 420 dollars per bushel. Limited ripe berries required. beetles must be fully ripe first time. Some fruit slated for jam and jelly production at North Bart plant.
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Blain
North East
Burrows
Qilaceal Elgin
Corry
Sind Shiy
My Burrows
North Bart
Situation Bases In North Florence
Rome dispatch reports a northern Florence lease site easier to hold but still facing enemy fire from the northwest and northeast suburbs. Along the Italian front activity remains light with minor patrols and artillery duels dominating the scene.
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Rome
Florence
Allied planes blast fleeing German army
Allied bombers and fighters attacked German columns and retreating units along the northern front. The 8th Air Force pressed the drive on remaining front lines, hitting Roye and Brest while big formations struck the Cherbourg area. In the Mediterranean, romania agents were reported as the May offensive continued with heavy American bomber participation.
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Une
Seine
Aly Fevee
Avaitall
Amnerteun
Tors Hogsbilly
Air Force
Roye
Paris
Strijs al
Brest
Mediterranean
Ploestaff
Romwenia
Uo Mayensbtaek
Kavgr
Tetiters
Expect Big Drop in Election Vote in 18 States
Across 18 states, governor and senator primaries show vote declines from 1940s and 1942 levels. Only Ohio and South Carolina posted larger totals. Pennsylvania senatorial primary drew 876,699 with unopposed candidates in both parties, contrasting with 1,999,229 governor votes in 1942.
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Associated Press
Washington
Associated, Press
Ohio
South Carolina
Allied Landing In Albania Reported By Ankara Radio
London Aug 18 Ankara radio reported Allied forces had landed at Duniyev the principal port of Albania in the Adriatic Sea area from the Tallin boot More than an hour after the broadcast there was fit confirmation The Turkish broadcast quoted Bulgaria saying it was quitting from a special Allied Mediterranean radio bulletin.
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London
Ankara
Init
Duniyev
Albania
Adriatic Sea
Ninhee
Tallin Boot
Bulgaria
Roosevelt Truman Meet To Map Campaign Plan
Washington August 18 President Roosevelt held a luncheon with Senator Truman as both factions plan the campaign. They discussed Congress, Gov. Thom Dewey and Dumbarton Oaks conferences, amid a flurry of statements from Republicans and Democrats about foreign policy and domestic strategy.
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Roosevelt
Truman
Associated Press
Washington
Hang
Thoms B. Davey
Dumbarivy -Oaks
Taiwan
America
Waterhouse Sees Police Retention Bid Debated in State
Waterhouse, slated to represent the district in the state legislature, returned from a two day session in Harrisburg where discussions with traders and LG officials centered on extending state police service. He indicated the police may be retained in Allentown for a further period, possibly permanently, amid talks with Gov. Martin’s secretary and police officials about suspensions and barracks use. Waterhouse also met Ray Smock of the Highways Department, who noted two proposed projects ready for program approval and urged swift action to address district highway needs in cooperation with District Engineer Jackson.
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Waterhouse
Lee
Corny
MIT
Masspower
Mnen
Gol Wilhelmy
Iit
Mare
Ray Smock
Jackson
Roosevelt declares Japan may be occupied by Allied forces
Morris J. Harris reports speculation that President Roosevelt’s hint of occupation will shock Japan and its rulers, prompting fears of humiliation and resistance. The piece notes Japanese myths of invincibility and predicts a deep psychological impact, with continued discussion on Page Three.
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FDR
Japan
Morris J. Harris Oo Jermm Heol
Associated Press Bureau
Shuhuhai
Washington
Roosevelt
Registration Plans Include All Districts In County
County commissioners announced a single day registration plan across six district polling places in Corry and Mossby townships. Registrars will sit at one polling place per district on September 27 from 9 am to 1 pm, 4 to 5 pm, and 6 to 9 pm, with cross-district registration allowed and cards reclassified later at the county registrar.
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Corry
Cnmity
Aga Ib
Mossby
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