05 Feb 1945
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1945
Page
1
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Allied forces entered Manila as 3,700 civilian prisoners, mostly Americans and some Britons, were freed. Parsons reports describe paratroopers and U.S. First Cavalry spearheading advances from the south toward Manila while Japanese troops were driven from the city core. General MacArthur’s HQ was in Luzon as operations continued with reports of a truce offer for safety in exchange for surrender of prisoners.
Everett Cooper, despite weak legs from Army service, walked 18 miles through snow to his War Production job at Ellwood City. He received praise from War Production Chairman Averell Krug for his devotion and duty. With no bus service due to heavy snow, Cooper trekked from Slippery Rock to the Slippery Rock plant district to reach his shift at the Nw Lipmal Tube Co plant unions reported.
The War Department pressed for Byrnes to push manpower control measures amid Senate debate. Officials, including Undersecretary Patterson, argued the bill is urgently needed to supply troops with weapons and material, while opponents warned of tapping private lives. A Republican senator called the move a push for total government reach. Roosevelt’s high command backs the legislation.
The Associated Press reports a powerful British East Indies naval force including carriers Malastrom, Victorious, and Indefatigable dealt a damaging blow to Japanese oil supplies with operations in Sumatra and Southeast Asia. London reports RAF heavy bombers struck Bonn and other Ruhr targets in coordination with the Bonn assault as German U boats battle Allied supply lines. In Washington, a $74,939,886 program for veterans hospitals and 14,100 beds nationwide is urged by the House appropriations committee as part of the independent offices bill.
Local highway crews using the Zalaneck plow cleared routes from Warners Corners to Concord Center and opened the Elgin road toward Casey's corners. The Carter Hill segment faced a breakdown but was to resume later, with hopes a central Concord route to Spartanshoro would fully reopen. Wayne township supervisors and farmers logged hours to connect Hare Creek pavement to Cayter Hit as Maladeck equipment was mobilized. Solotarnd tube to Clymer remained closed at the far end though traffic moved via Cutting and the Cox route.
Paul Spohn was arrested by Chief Flanigan in Erie for automobile theft tied to a Wesleyville case. He admitted the theft but gave no location for the car, claiming mechanical trouble and possible abandonment in Erie. Police report a prior record of seven prior arrests and origin near Indiana, Pennsylvania.
A $100,000 fire sparked by a gasoline explosion raged four hours at the United Parcel Service warehouse in Newark WJ yesterday. It destroyed 11,000 parcels and 15 of 110 delivery trucks. four firefighters were injured. Fire Chief Charley Burnett estimated the damage, noting the blaze began on the loading floor and spread to the second story at 397 High Street.
A theater fire in Carnegie, Pittsburgh, roused residents today and spread to two upstairs apartments. Police and firefighters worked to evacuate the building as obvious danger prompted quick action by local authorities. The incident involved bystanders and unnamed residents, with early reports focusing on the blaze's spread and response efforts.
American tanks and French Moroccan mountain troops broke the Colmar pocket, trapping elements of German divisions in the Vouges mountains south of Strasbourg. U.S. First Army pushed 13 miles into Germany near Schleiden and Gemund, near crossings of the Rhine. Allies advanced toward Neuf-Brisach, with Alsatian towns including Cernay falling. Third Army moved within a mile of Prum as U.S. Ninth Army neared Cologne, all inside German territory as fighting raged along the Siegfried Line.
Twelve people were injured in a collision between two westbound Pennsylvania R Rails near Van Wert Ohio. The Golden Arrow slowed to admit a night train to a siding and the Rainbow rear-ended it. One passenger was seriously hurt, Wells of New York was wounded.
Wartime gas curbs push heating restrictions across Corry area. Rex Theatre and several licensed venues closed or restricted to coal heat. Gas mains pressure remains below normal, with some households reporting shortages. Local clubs like Elks, Moose, VFW partially operate on coal or closed periods. Officials monitor compliance as emergency order limits gas use to safeguard property.
German and Russian forces clash across the Oder as Zhukov moves First White Russian Army tanks toward the river line. Moscow reports recapture of Barwalde and rapid advances threaten to encircle Berlin from the north, while German underground teams rush to prepare ramps near Berlin. Continued on Page Two.
Washington Feb 5 a coalition of Republicans and southern Democrats in the House moves to block Henry Wallace’s confirmation as Commerce secretary by steering the George bill to a direct Senate vote. George's measure would strip power from the department while Wallace braces for a broader reshuffle of federal agencies and control of Export-Import Bank boards.
Returning pilots from the 1st Superfortress raid on Kobe reported more than 24 fires visible as they left the city. Twelve large fires burned along the western edge of Mitsubishi heavy industries plant complex. other fires sprang up in the city center. The escort faced moderate fighter opposition and anti aircraft fire. one B 29 ditched but crew rescued. An unconfirmed Tokyo broadcast cited by federal investigators claimed the planes were over Kobe.
At least seven killed and 50 to 60 injured as two tankers collide off Stapleton Staten Island. A third tanker caught fire. Navy and police provided initial casualty counts and Coast Guard units battled the blaze and rescued men from the water.
Allied forces announced new gains in Italy as Sth Army troops re occupy Callicano and push along the Serchio river with light opposition. Further advances were reported south and southeast of Bologna despite German resistance as Mediterranean Allied Tactical Air Force targeted northern Italy communications. In Lancaster Pennsylvania a city express collision injured twelve people when a train and locomotive collided near the town.
The Emergency Coal Committee urged residents to curb coal use as deliveries of all forms are limited in the city. Officials warned that once stocks are exhausted, no further home deliveries will be possible until shortages ease.
The Fourth Service Command reports Private Henry Dembnowski of Beaver Falls PA went AWOL in 184% and hid under the service club at Camp Brewich for 15 months, resurfacing only when the airlift ceased. He reportedly shaved, wore changed clothing, and may have eaten in the club. a sister‑in‑law says he was injured in a parachute jump before disappearing.
City officials led by Mayor Hepler and the Police Department appealed to owners and drivers of slicmobiles to remove their machines from streets during storm conditions. Cars left parked have hindered traffic and blocked fire trucks and emergency services over the past weeks. Beginning Tuesday the Pilot will publish warnings to clear streets in all city sections to aid responders.
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