11 Dec 1944
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1944
Page
1
Fragmentary text shows a local money matter involving a three dollar amount and a referenced individual or group. The readable items imply a brief public notice or itemized record of a small transaction or fee with uncertain names and context.
Fragmentary OCR item mentioning farm details and Miller, with unclear names and numbers. Readable elements point to a real estate or property mention, but specifics are garbled.
A partial, garbled OCR fragment mentions a Sunday event at a local society with unclear names and details. The readable bits reference a date component and a named attendee or organizer, but essential specifics are missing to confirm location or outcome.
Washington officials expect new draft rules to bolster war production by reclassifying workers who leave essential jobs into service ready status. Byrnes directed broader calls for ages 26 to 37 to fill critical positions, while noting impact on women and older workers.
Nine coaches of the Milwaukee Road Olympian derailed between Chicago and Minneapolis but cars stayed upright and eleven passengers injured. The U.S. Eighth Air Force flew 1600 Liberators and Flying Fortresses across vital rail targets with 200 fighters. Japan reports Vice Admiral Chineli Nigumo killed on Saipan with other admirals and a general dying, total deaths reaching 75 admirals and 18 generals. The British Labour Party backs Churchill coalition until victory, while a Midwest blizzard causes heavy snowfall and 14 traffic fatalities amid slick roads.
Ross G. Brumagin, Union City native, son of Mr and Mrs Latreb Brumagin, was killed in action in France on November 8. A U S Army Infantryman he entered service in July 1949 and trained at Camp Forrest Tennessee before further training at Philippe and Fort Hood en route to combat.
City of Corry may receive a share of state gas tax funds under proposed legislation. Governor and state leaders back a bill to relieve real estate taxes, with allocations based on population and assessed valuations. Estimated Corry grants could reach about 7,500 to 20,000, depending on improved roadways and mileage terms.
Allied forces push toward Ormoc in western Leyte after early morning assaults by the 77th Division, with General MacArthur reporting three Allied columns trapping large enemy forces in a shrinking pocket. Palompon remains a small Japanese port facing the Visayan Sea while Meantime American air power targets shipping and airbases in central Philippines.
Rome December 11 Associated Press reports Premier Trance Bonomi formed a new Italian government. Vice premiers include Communist Palmira Togliatti and Democrat Giulio Ciroaino, with portfolios spread among Liberals Christian Democrats Labor Democrats and Communists. Interior ministry retained by Bonomi. Foreign minister to be announced. Jackie Cooper to wed Jane Horne in Hollywood ceremony today at Wishlin Methodist church.
Harrisburg reports Governor Martin will push 1985 legislation to allow servicemen to vote in upcoming primaries and municipal elections. The plan includes extending the primary date to ensure absentee ballots are available, with proposals to raise unemployment and workers' compensation benefits as the legislature reconvenes.
Pfc. James M. Hudson, Corry youth of Ridge Street, reported missing then confirmed killed in action on the Western Front in Europe. He entered service last March after schooling in Clymer and Corry, trained at Camp Wheeler and Fort Bragg, and had five months overseas with one furlough home. His brother Pfc. William Hudson serves as a plane observer in the Army.
PFC Roger Amy son of Dr and Mrs Merle Amy of West Washington Street was again wounded on the western front on November 28. This marks a second casualty within weeks after prior serious wounding and lengthy hospitalization. No additional details were released. The family awaits further word as official notices continue to arrive.
Tokyo broadcasts claim a weekend of Superfortress raids on Tokyo were stopped by fires started by incendiaries, with assertions of raids by small formations on Sunday and Monday. The reports, not confirmed by Allied sources, describe attacks over western Japan and Kyushu, plus raids into Korea, amid unclear timing and messaging from radio outlets.
British air and ground actions surge around Athens as ELAS forces clash with Allied troops. Civilians suffer in the capital amid shortages, disease fears, and massed combat positions near Constitution Square and the Grande Bretagne Hotel.
A Port Allegany blaze caused extensive damage to an unnamed plant, with estimates around sixty thousand dollars. Firefighters drew water from nearby sources and called in aid from surrounding communities as investigators probe suspected arson or tampering.
Day’s bond total drops to 9308.25 in a campaign period with a large decline from recent days. The American Legion credited with sales. Polish American Society to receive later totals. City grand total reaches 181580.75, a sharp drop from previous quotes.
The Admiralty announced a new British naval command to join U S sea power in pushing Japan. Admiral Sir Bruce A Fraser will head the Far Eastern fleet with August experience as commander in chief. The Far East fleet shifts to the Indian Ocean under Admiral Sir Arthur J Power who previously served as second in command.
The Third Regional War Labor Board set new hourly wage ranges for Ajax Iron Works workers, covering unskilled, laborers, machinists, patternmakers and detailed grades with top rates from $1.10 to $1.26. The board remanded retroactivity and noted the bonus was not included in base rules, pending further agreement or evidence.
Miss Eva Kepler directed the drive in Corry James town to sell Christmas Seals for the Exie County Health and Tuberculosis Association. The effort has raised $1253 toward a $3000 goal, marking the largest single contribution reported so far. Last year the county health drive raised over $2600.
London reports from multiple sources indicate Germany is massing forces for a 1945 counter offensive. New weapons including V2 bombs, a submarine with radar, and a jet-propelled drone are cited as part of preparations. Speer is quoted on a possible V-3 readiness before year end. British papers note possible V bomb attacks into the west.
Allied forces report First Army infantry and tanks advancing a mile and a quarter in fresh snow toward Dhorn and Ewitz near Duren. The drive presses German defenses in the Roer valley as Patton’s Third Army and Seventh Army engage along the Saarland and Haguenau sectors with heavy fighting reported in multiple towns.
Moscow announces a new Franco Russian treaty strengthening alliance and mutual aid as General de Gaulle concludes his Moscow visit days after leaving for Baku. The pact mirrors a 20 year Entente and aims to commit both nations to joint action against common foes.
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