15 Dec 1943
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1943
Page
1
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Allied air power strikes Greece as German targets fall under heavy bombing. German prisoners claim a looming spring offensive but Washington officials stress no decisive move yet. Military leaders warn Germany could mount counterattacks aimed at Allied lines and fuel propaganda at home to preserve the regime.
Frank L Heath longtime Corry mill operator and city official died at 8 40 AM at 30 Franklin Street after months of illness He was 80 nearly 82 born December 23 1861 He retired from Heaths Mill on North Center Street and served as assessor and city council member He attended the Presbyterian church and served on its board Surviving wife daughter Marion two nieces and cousins Funeral services set for Saturday at 2 30 PM at Division funeral parlors with burial in Pine Grove Cemetery
Fragments indicate readings as low as 22 degrees below zero in multiple sections, with a marine thermometer and other instruments noting record low temperatures. Observers mention the Howavit Camping offices and local sections reporting very cold conditions, though several phrases are imperfect.
Rail express activity climbs with 1943 gains as Needham reports busier season than last year. Two extra moving trains booked, Pennsylvania Railroad runs two express sections to meet demand. December express revenue up 40 percent, annual total up 60 to 70 percent. Corry office handles 92 percent of 19,001 pounds of air express on All‑American system. About 30 percent of air express moves government war goods. Most shipments transfer to the other line. Teacher dies in Gilmore City blaze after ensuring all pupils escaped.
Southwest Pacific Allied Headquarters reports a major air assault on New Britain Island. Douglas MacArthur notes 248 tons dropped by Mitchell bombers in a three hour midday raid, with 19 Japanese interceptors defeated and all Allied planes returning. Other attacks hit Rabaul and Bougainville targets, while Australian forces push north from Romu valley toward Lakona Japan supply base.
The Commonwealth rested its case as testimony opened outlining the circumstances before the Everett Wilson farm slayings. William A. Morell, 20, faces three murders of Robert McKay, 70, Helen Wilson, 46, and Katharine Wilson, 16. District Attorney Edwin C. Moon seeks a verdict of guilt, stating willful and premeditated murder proof. Judge George H. Rowley adjourned proceedings with continued coverage note.
AP dispatch from Cairo says Inulgaritni cially sent peace feelers through Russia Britain and the United States but they were rejected. Sofia air raids continue, with a pledge of unconditional surrender from the German leadership under consideration for Field Marshal Erwin Rommel to tighten defenses and deter anti Hitler coups. Rio de Janeiro reports eight men and four women arrested in a pro German spy ring linked to aerial photos of strategic sites. Washington sees a Senate deadlock over abolishing food subsidies after January first. In Manchuria Japanese POWs say Japan is rushing preparations and the final result will be war with Russia.
Reported air raid alert during wartime test drill created panic in local area as Allied forces focus on Balkan targets. Heavy strikes hit Nazi air fields near Greece while Yugoslav and Kiev front tensions rise with fresh German troop movements.
City Treasurer Irene Mullen reported current tax collections up to November 20 1943 totaling 62 99 50 compared with 62 041 70 last year. Delinquent taxes for eleven months reached 13 252 83 versus 16 316 19 a year ago with occupational taxes driving small‑amount delinquents and real estate delinquents easing. Additional staff in the latter half of 1949 incurred roughly 762 in collection costs.
Sixteen men were killed when a bomber during a routine combat training flight from Fort Worth Army air field crashed into rugged cliffs two miles north of Council Bluffs. Lincoln Army air base officials said there were no survivors and that an investigation is underway. Names of the dead were being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
A wartime briefing notes four local defense forces were on duty with widespread surprise. Civilian Defense officials today confirmed limited checks and light results from plate-wide busts and emergency warnings.
State Defense Council will mobilize 690,000 air raid volunteers for a statewide drill with no public anticipation. Volunteers will report to their posts at 7 PM as local civilian defense leaders conduct a one hour personnel and equipment inspection and a simulated air raid incident.
Residents gathered as an Army ordered blackout drill sparked confusion across towns. Officials said no yellow alert reached local centers and blue signals arrived late, with many storefronts still lit. The exercise drew remarks from Chief Warden J. Fred Kinsley and Dr. Ralph Hutchison as civic defenses coordinated in Philadelphia and Baltimore.
A sprawling early report outlines a nationwide influenza outbreak with warnings from health authorities. It notes mild, shorter illnesses for many, but stresses concern over a rapid spread, variable regional impact, and ongoing surveillance. Officials cite cases across major cities and describe measures and risks as the flu sweeps the country.
Mrs Evy Kepler directing the Christmas Seal drive reports receipts reaching thirty percent of the $2,500 city goal with $1,822.15 today and final tally expected after January reports. Residents are urged to donate to reach the target before Christmas with larger gifts supplied by health bond purchases.
Stanley Anderson was chosen to represent the teachers of the city at the Pennsylvania State Educational Association convention in Harrisburg after Christmas. He was designated to represent the Daily Teachers Association at a large meeting yesterday afternoon in the Senior High College building, with President W. Pomeroe presiding.
A large fire at the New Kensington YMCA damaged the three story building housing city offices. Fire crews battled flames as heavy smoke forced many of the 95 registered occupants to be removed for medical checks. Six fire companies fought the fire under cold, windy conditions with rapid spread through casements.
Washington reports a potential plan to extend the period of tax free whisky in bond to four years, challenging a 30 year tradition. The move, debated by lawmakers and the Treasury, seeks to simplify duties while raising questions about fiscal policy and national revenue.
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