Local notices and weather mark busy day across region
Bernard A Farahibaugh urges Social Security number checks for hotel workers amid Christmas hiring. Ball Airortift Corp declares a 32 cent dividend payable Dec 24 to record holders Dec 16. Board of Education reviews tax refund request. Sunbury Bridge toll income cut ordered. Snow complicates commutes. search for missing Bradford student widens. train kills Slezak near Hartstown. Weather foresees below normal temps with intermittent snow. Local Service Board to discuss deferments and bus transportation prep.
State's Home Guard Mobilized for Defense Across Pennsylvania
In a wartime mobilization Pennsylvania activates the State's Home Guard to defend key sites. About 2,000 civilian volunteers are assigned to patrol defense areas, guard defense plants, and assist state police. Federal agents coordinate rounds to identify potential threats. Philadelphia stations convert to emergency centers as trained personnel gear up with machine guns and Enfield rifles.
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Four Die In PRR Wreck At Pottsville Line
A Pennsylvania Railroad collision near Pottsville leaves four dead. The crash occurred as a train from Pollsville derailed in heavy rain, tearing up track and utilities. Conductor Bay Schuribert and several crew members were among the injured. authorities open a preliminary inquiry.
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Philadelphia
Second Elk Is Killed in Somerset County Wardens Probe
A second elk has been killed in Dubois County prompting a state wildlife inquiry. Wardens and sportsmen recovered the carcass near Wolf Creek, noting the animal exceeded expected size. Investigators seek the hunter responsible amid unspecified details and ongoing efforts to locate the culprits.
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Second Eve of Dunkirk Youth Seeks Help and Heal
A Dunkirk youth, age 11, sustained eye injuries in a hunting accident two weeks ago and is hospitalized at Thorpe Hospital. Family and community fundraiser at 308 Maginley Avenue raised 33,7757 by Saturday afternoon to aid his medical care. His sister nurses him at home as surgeons attempt to restore sight.
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Holy Cross names high school mentor for football era
Worcester article reports Holy Cross selecting a high school mentor to lead football program, naming Hank Scanlan of St Joseph's Preparatory as the new head coach. The decision followed earlier college bids and Holy Cross authority statements. Scanlan previously guided St Joseph's Prep and Hewitt Philmelphin, with internal deliberations continuing through December visits.
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Senior High Teacher Granted Leave Amid City Meeting
A senior high school teacher, May Anderson, was placed on leave to cover her duties during absence. Newly elected Bernard Lewis chaired the meeting as members debated city matters including insurance renewals and school supply funding for 1942 to 1948. The district budget contemplates approximately 1,679 for educational expenses with 690 reserved for county youth programs.
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No Baths in Betivoon Amid Civic Debate
Local council faces a dispute over bath access in Betivoon as residents debate public facilities. Officials cite budget constraints while opponents press for expanded bathing options and cleaner public spaces. Community meetings continue this month to seek a workable compromise.
Senator Warns of Hitler Blow Continues on War News
A wheezy front page summary reports Senator Gil Christie urging focus on Tokyo's threats as Japan accelerates plans and American production ramps up. The piece notes estimated war budgets, naval build-up, and anticipated casualty scales, alongside Japanese moves like merchant marine activity and air attacks in the Pacific theater.
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Bombings Rumor Ratifies Tokyo DefenseHeader Update
Bulletin reports unverified claims of bombings on Formosa and analyses from Tokyo. NBC Sweden broadcast predicts U S entry within five hours, while Canadian press cites mayor on Japanese island actions. A freight derailment near Apollo Pennsylvania is noted alongside a youth deer hunt return in Kew, and South Africa and Japan reportedly maintain a state of war.
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Buffalo Markets and Pittsburgh Produce Notes
Market prices show mixed demand across livestock and produce with Buffalo listings for hogs and cattle and steady potato and russet prices in Pittsburgh reports. The New York stock market passed another anxious session with scattered recoveries met by renewed selling, highlighting overall nervousness and a fall from intraday highs.
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