Americans Press Digging Japs From Pasig Areas In Manila
American doughboys pressed to clear Japanese barricades along both sides of the Pasig River as Gen. MacArthur urged divine aid for the Philippines liberation. Yanks sealed off Corregidor, bombed Mantle Bay fortifications, and drove toward San Jose and Munoz, with heavy fighting and significant Japanese losses reported.
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Bingo raid in downtown sustains chase. two arrested
County detectives raided a large bingo game in the downtown district. About 1000 players fled into the street as officers moved in. Two alleged operators were arrested and charged with operating lottery and related offenses.
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Roofs Collapse On Former Radiator Plant Bldgs Raid
A war bulletin reports daylight raids by Brig. Gen. Roger M. Ramey's 20th Bomber Command on Japanese installations in Thailand and Indo China from India bases. Targets included Bangkok Saigon Cam Ranh Bay with prior strikes on Saigon and other sites. The missions aim to disrupt transport, docks, and military facilities as Japanese forces respond to Allied pressure in Southeast Asia.
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Saigon
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Blood Bank Quota Exceeded in Corry Donation Drive
The Buffalo mobile blood unit visited Corry yesterday and collected 191 pints, surpassing the 115 pint quota. Corry Red Cross officials, led by Lieut. John Ambroska and nurse aides, reported smooth operations despite crowds and delays. The effort added 40 new members to Corry Chapter's Gallon Club, bringing total achievers to 114 in the local drive. A London report notes endorsement of a conference on redrawing European frontiers.
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Roof Collapse at Ajax Works After Snow Load
Heavy snow stress caused the roofs of two Ajax Tron Works buildings on West Washington street to collapse overnight. Steel framing failed despite partial snow removal, with a concrete wall pushed out and extensive damage to roofs and glass. No injuries reported among night shift workers. reconstruction to start immediately per General Manager Castor.
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Gas Pressure Returns to Normal Across Pennsylvania Areas
Gas pressure is reported normal in Pennsylvania Gas Company mains serving local towns after a ban on large-volume usage at several industrial plants was lifted yesterday. Officials say the severe crisis in natural gas supply appears to be overcome though temporary curtailments may return if shortages threaten. Forecast calls for much colder weather with possible snow and high winds tomorrow, though conditions this afternoon do not confirm showers locally.
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Moscow Organ Scoring Pope Sparks Vatican Clash
Gorman in Red Star brands Pope as Germany's mouthpiece and a "preacher of a soft peace" as the Soviet Union vows to resist Vatican interference in Germany Austria Hungary and Poland.
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Fifth Army Opens Strong New Assault In North Italy
In Italy the Fifth Army advances beyond Bologna seizing initial objectives after heavy resistance. American forces broke a long winter stalemate and pushed toward Gothic Line fortifications guarding the Po Valley hub while reports say the operation achieved limited objectives rather than a broad breakthrough.
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Po Valley
Two youths struck by car in fog near North Center Street
In heavy fog last evening on North Center street, 19 year old Tames Davis and his 17 year old brother Richard were hit by a car driven by Archie Powers of R. Deep Corry. Tames suffered severe scalp wounds and shock. Richard had a scalp wound and burns but left hospital for home. Powers stopped and transported the brothers to Corry Hospital. Officer Drake and Chief Flanigan investigated. no charges filed while circumstances are clarified.
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World War II Gen buried at Arlington amid honors
Maj. Gen. Francis Joseph Kernan, 86, who organized and commanded the Army Service of Supply in World War I, was buried in Arlington cemetery with military honors. He died Saturday afternoon at Welch Convalescent Hospital after wintering in Daytona Beach, Florida.
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Russians Capture Pyritz in Baltic News Flash
Bulletin from London reports Russian forces briefly took Pyritz, 24 miles southeast of Stettin, with German radios claiming the town changed hands twice amid the day’s fighting. Washington notes deep split over work or jail bill. Sen. O Mahoney warns broad conscription could spur dissent among troops. Brussels says Hubert Pierlot announces government plans significant measures.
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Speculation on MacArthur Japan Invasion Assignment
Washington reports speculative discussion among officers that General Douglas MacArthur may be assigned to lead a future invasion of Japan. Potential China operations could fall to General Joseph W. Stilwell while Admiral Chester W. Nimitz would oversee sea control for Pacific campaigns, with multi‑theater coordination required after Japan’s invasion.
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Patton Drives Into Germany On 70 Mile Front
Allied forces expand push into western Germany as General Patton's Third Army breaches the Siegfried Line. Reports describe rapid river crossings, river battles near the Our and Sure, and advances toward Behrentsch, Clervaux, and multiple fortified positions. The drive includes Maj. Gen. S. S. Trw's Fifth Division crossing the Sure, with heavy artillery support and rapid advances against German defenses. A separate blaze in Lancaster claims livestock losses of twenty four pigs, four horses, and severed cattle.
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Two Perish In Home Fire At Warren
A Warren home fire claimed two lives and left the residence uninhabitable. Investigators say the blaze began late at night, destroying the interior while neighbors reported seeing smoke and flames, with the victims identified as Mrs. Di Jon and another resident. Fire officials noted extensive heat and smoke damage hampering access to the room where the bodies were found.
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First Martin tax measure approved amid party divide
Harrisburg dispatch reports a divided legislature as the House advances a cigarette tax bill proposed for relief amid GOP minority opposition. The vote tally was 110 to 88 on continuing the measure, with debate over a 10 percent levy and related financial plans.
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Erie Worker Killed by Train at Cascade Street Crossing
Glenn Bence, 44, employed at Perry Shipyards, was killed instantly Tuesday near Cascade Street crossing while clearing snow for the Pennsylvania Railroad. His decapitated body was found by the locomotive crew after being struck as the train moved west.
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Zhukov expands foothold east of Oder near Küstrin
Soviet positions along the Oder widen to challenge German lines 35 miles east of Berlin in the Silesian corner. Berlin reports describe bridgeheads expanding into eastern Saxony and Silesia with heavy artillery and dense wire entanglements as Soviet forces push beyond the river toward Küstrin.
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Hukov
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Aero Workers Aid Polio Fund Drive
Aero Supply workers through their Employee Benefit Association sent a $200 gift to J. Fred Kinley for the Infantile Paralysis Zone drive. Donations by the group plus others bring total contributions to about $1,103 with additional sums from Rex Theatre collection. the fund aims to match last year's total and reach the first objective.
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