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09 Feb 1944
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1944
Page
1
The fragmentary OCR item mentions taxes and a Minnesota location with unclear names and actions. readable bits reference the IRS and a local place, but specifics are obscured.
MOSCOW Feb 9 - The Third Ukrainian Army pressed toward Krivoi Rog, the last German held city in the Dnieper Bend, after Nikopol fell. Russian reports say 15,000 Nazis killed and 2,000 captured as Gen Malinovsky’s forces stormed Krivoi Rog and began sweeping toward the vital metal centers feeding the German war machine.
Pearl Harbor reports Kwajalein captured as organized Japanese resistance ends. Allied planners say the victory will speed tempo of the war in the Pacific by shortening supply lines and shifting power to China. Admiral Nimitz notes air and ground forces will focus on China as early as possible while warning Japan cannot be defeated by sea alone.
Former Ambassador Joseph C. Grew told the Senate Military Committee that a sugar coated peace offer from Japan would be dangerous and that victory in the Pacific must be complete. He warned that without continuing resolve to destroy Japan's military machine future generations would fight the war anew. He also supported administration backed legislation for national service with civilian labor draft.
Allied air forces launched a renewed daylight and night bombing campaign against German Atlantic Wall positions in northern France and German targets. RAF night bombers hit German and French objectives including the Rhone airways engine factory at Limoges. British and American aircraft supported the attack with Boston and Mitchell bombers, Typhoons and Hurricanes escorting as operations continued for a second straight day.
Washington reports an early drive to secure pre convention pledges for House Speaker Sam Rayburn of Texas as Democratic vice presidential prospects unfold. Roosevelt deflects fourth term questions, stirring talk of Rayburn backers seeking pledges to back him on the first ballot and possibly positioning for future leadership if peace follows WWII. Some believe Roosevelt could resign to head a bipartisan peace delegation, while Wallace’s fate and the Chicago convention dynamics loom large amid shifting expectations.
Patriclee Boeabody, a year old daughter of Mrs Frank Starr Williams, rejects police theory that her mother was accidentally killed in the Drake Hotel room during a struggle for a revolver. John Quinn, early arriving officer, testified at a five hour coroner's inquest that contradicted earlier Gum-Woman theories, while family members dismissed the latest staging theory as fantastical.
Harrisburg reports orders from the Army to sharply raise the number of men sent to induction stations for pre induction physicals in the first half of February and March. Specific figures were withheld, signaling possible reinforcements. Also noted are air raids on Rabaul and a Washington estimate that Japanese aircraft production has surged near 1200 planes monthly, with a shift toward defensive types.
Local banks National Bank of carry and Civien National Bank received preliminary supplies of red and blue tokens to be used as currency for meat and fat purchases under the OPA rationing plan. Distribution to dealers begins February 27 after a February 17 start in banking offices. retailers will exchange tokens for ration account credits, stamps, or OPA certificates.
Washington February 9 The War Food Administration fights a behind the scenes battle to keep a 20 million pound butter bank reserve for potential emergencies by the military and relief agencies. Consumer groups trade leaders push for release now while the WFA resists. Reports say government held about 730 million pounds of butter February 1 with more on the way from Argentina.
Two veterans highlight a loan drive in Corry as Gerry and other local figures push a bond total rise to 960239 dollars. Kiwanis and Rotary clubs share leadership duties, with Aero Supply staff present. Speakers describe U S air force and naval actions, detailing Mediterranean theatre experiences and shipboard service.
Harrisburg officials debate authority over air-raid drills and penalties. Attorney General Juris Duit vouches for the State Defense Council to compel compliance with air precaution rules. Waynesboro defense council signals future cooperation under Army drill schedule, yet the ruling's broad statewide scope remains significant.
Washington February 9 Senator Bankhead Democrat of Alabama argued against Senate tax subsidy payments claimed to curb inflation. He said government subsidies boost consumer purchasing power, widen the inflationary gap, swell the national debt, and prolong wartime price pressures while supporting a subsidy program beyond June 30.
Treasury figures show receipts 268 400 522 52. expenditures 393 276 273 49. net balance 17 906 208 5A074 and total debt 9 579 180 79. Increase over previous year 3995 105 077 99. The numbers appear garbled but indicate a federal balance sheet update for February.
Members of the Board of Ehues Hin Taye near completion of preliminary approval and revision of board and district work regulations. A formal adoption is expected at Monday's meeting with a committee from the board having finalized the draft. The rules will guide board procedures and govern district employees including administrators, teachers, and staff. A public outline of policy may be released after adoption.
Three former federal officials faced subpoenas before a congressional committee investigating the FCC. Edward Noble, once an assistant to Harry Hopkins, is to be summoned soon over his WMCA stake purchased in 1940. Noble’s deal, reportedly greased from the White House, links to the hearings.
Adsoehited Press reports President Roosevelt dodged a direct answer on a fourth term during a Tuesday press conference. He offered a stock reply with no new news, a familiar tactic that left the question open to speculation among politicians and the public.
Washington reports Senate finance chair George proposes joint action to simplify the internal revenue system. About 30 million of 50 million taxpayers could skip filing by having final tax obligations taken as withholdings on wages. Republicans push for reforms including one tax base, simplified returns, and post year amendments.
Allied airmen launched a heavy strike against Nazi positions near Anzio as combat intensified. Algiers headquarters reported 12-hour operations with multiple sorties targeting German troops entrenched along the front.
London February reports blame Allied commanders for the Anzio beachhead failure to exploit early gains. The article notes joint responsibility of Generals Clark Alexander and Wilson, while widespread Allied bombardment targets rail yards, airfields, and shipping. Warships and bombers assist operations as tanks and troops face German resistance and attrition. Continued in another page.
In Harrisburg Pennsylvanias vital statistics law from 1942, a $2.50 filing fee for delayed birth certificates was removed. A $2.80 levy remains under debate as officials seek clarity amid ongoing legislative and department discussions about fee restructuring.
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