Allied push to secure Arawe airstrip on New Britain
Allied forces advance on New Britain target Arawe air strip six miles east of the Arawe Peninsula as part of a broader New Britain offensive. Advances include air and artillery strikes against Rabaul and surrounding Japanese positions, with fighter sweeps and raids on Mili, Kwajalein, Jule, and Ebon atolls.
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Inquest Planned Into Union City Car Crash Death
An inquest into the death of Mrs. Fern Few, killed in a Wattsburg road auto wreck near Union City, is pending. Deputy Coroner Arthur Crowe said the state motor police were continuing to investigate and an inquest may be ordered later. Tentative arrangements were set for Tuesday pending the son’s return from Camp Alexandria.
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Oslo blast injures scores in harbor munitions explosion
A massive explosion in Oslo yesterday damaged the harbor area near a German munitions ship. The blast wounded many and caused extensive fires and shattered windows across the city. At least four killed, officials say, with German troops aiding firefighting efforts.
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War criminals hanged in Kharkov public square
London reports from Moscow say three German officers and a Russian involved in atrocities were executed after a Ukrainian Fourth Front tribunal convicted them. The hanged include Gestapo captain Wilhelm Langheld, Storm Troop vice commander Hed Ritz, Gestapo corporal Richard Ratdlaw, and Gestapo chauffeur Mik Tall Bulary.
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Rail Workers Near Agreement Talks Amid Nationwide Strike
Washington December 20 Concessions to railroad workers beyond basic wage increases are being discussed to avert a nationwide strike set for December 30 A mediation conference convened at President Roosevelt's desk and later in the White House adjourned without final agreement Preparations for further talks include participation by five operating brotherhood chiefs their executive committee and carriers spokesmen plus officials Byrnes Vinson and a White House statement describing the talks as an understanding of the issues Suggestions include paid vacations liberal overtime and living expenses for layovers with estimates of over $500 annually per man The War Labor Board previously favored about a 3 8 percent increase with debate over higher raises continuing and a page three continuation anticipated
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Four A A F Crew Sticks To Bomber In Descent Crash
Pittsburgh report says four Army Air Corps crew members aboard a Flying Fortress rode their plunging ship to a crash in the mountainside between Federal and Carnegie, 19 miles from Pittsburgh. Three had parachutes yet all four stayed to help a comrade, escaping unharmed and salvaging some gear. The act was praised as heroic by the Army airmen.
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Plane crew hailed after emergency bailouts in routine flight
Commander Gordon Brown of the Sixth Ferrying Service says four citations may be issued after the B 17 lost three engines in flight from Windsor Locks to Dayton. Captain DL B Mueller ordered emergency bailouts as 1100 gallons of fuel loomed. Lt. E R Gardner and others parachuted to safety as the ordeal continued.
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Fascist Plot Uncovered In Italy Invasion News
German radio reported Nazi forces evacuated the Kherson bridgehead near Odesa as Allied bombs pounded across Europe. Allied and Axis lines shifted with Rommel inspecting defenses and Italy facing suspected fascist plots in Naples and Sicily. King Victor Emmanuel III abdication referenced amid broad war activity across the continent.
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Bolivian regime toppled in pro Allied coup attempt
A pro Allied Bolivian government under President Enrique Pemaranda was toppled in a coup by the National Revolutionary Movement. Leaders arrested include Penaranda allies and Bolivian officials. U S President Truman praised by observers for supporting stability. The event led to immediate government crackdowns and increased tensions with the United States.
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Congress Clears Way For Holiday Recess In 18th Session
Washington dispatch reports the 18th Congress adjourns for the holidays with major issues unresolved. Inflation measures, railroad worker pay raises, and a 35 cent office stamp rise dominate the agenda after appropriations totaling about 140 million dollars. Other items include a new revenue bill, soldier absentee voting, and mustering out pay legislation. The session ends with lingering disputes over inflation policy and war-time programs.
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German Secret Weapon Revealed In Luftwaffe Glider Bomb
London reports describe a German secret weapon a rocket powered radio controlled glider bomb eyewitness accounts say several attacks on Allied convoys missed. British officers compare the attack to a Martian invasion while authorities note influenza disruptions as schools suspend gatherings and postpone programs.
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Mile production drop continues in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg data from December 1 shows milk production hit a new low. The Federal Dairy Crop Repairing Service reports production at 835 million pounds, an eight percent drop from last year and four percent below October.
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Feud Deepens as Guffey Refuses Campaign Chair Role
Washington dispatch reports a Senate Democratic feud between northern and southern wings. Senator Guffey declared he will not be forced out as chairman of the party’s Senatorial campaign committee, while Senator Byrd called for his immediate replacement amid attacks over charges of southern Democrats allying with Republicans against the Administration’s soldier vote bill.
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Plowing Crews Work to Keep All Roads Open
Snow fell lightly but wind caused drifts and limited visibility on hills as highway crews cleared routes across the county. Heavy trucks faced delays and some roads remained impaired while plowing continued to keep main arteries passable into the night with winds easing later today.
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Erie Jeweler Richard Beyer Dies At 63 In Erie
In Erie district employment shows gains across manuring and retail sectors for the month with total employment reaching SH.518 including 10288 women and 25200 men. absenteeism rises in several industries while armed forces draw down jobs. Richard H. Beyer, 63, longtime Erie jeweler of 252 West East Street, died at 8:40 p.m. Sunday after months of illness.
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World War II bulletin highlights and diplomatic notes
Dispatches report Harold Stork as naval commander shaping operations in Europe. A U.S. Interstate Commerce Commission case involves wage disputes under Vinson. A four engined Army bomber crash in California kills nine aboard and a dog. London notes an international body session with a Philadelphia conference planned for April. Washington calls for coordinated relief moves with Britain Sweden and Switzerland for Europe’s occupied regions.
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City Council Sets Night Meeting With Health Budget Notes
Council to meet tonight for budget discussions and health office reports. Acting City Clerk Ben Williams will present the monthly action and budget updates as the 20 day notice for public validation nears, with treasury figures released from Washington showing receipts and expenditures.
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Morell Acquitted on Two Murders and Convicted on One
Morell, a 20 year old, was acquitted of two murder charges and convicted of voluntary manslaughter in a third death after a week long trial. Jurors found him innocent in the killings of Mrs Galli snrine Wilson and Robert McKay but held him responsible for the death of Mrs Helen Wilson during a struggle at the Everett Wilkan dairy farm. He testified he would not have harmed anyone if the other had not testified against him.
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