Nazis eastern lines crumble under Soviet pressure in Ukraine
Soviet forces push through lower Ukraine trapping 10 to 15 German divisions between Cherkasy and Mikopol. They crown their advance by capturing 40 towns including Ratushnoye while tightening a ring around Krivoi Rog and advancing toward the Kiev Nikolay railway. In the Dnieper corridor, forces seize Godorodische, with hundreds of German dead, many taken prisoner. More than 1,000 Germans killed and 3,800 troops dead across the sector as the Red Army expands its grip toward the Baltic.
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Pittston Child's Body Recovered After Mine Collapse
In Pittston Pennsylvania on February 10 a two year old girl, Jule Ann Fulmer, was killed when a collapsed abandoned mine shaft swallowed her as she walked along a residential street. Coroner opens investigation and inspectors order mine safety inquiries as officials push for legislation to address abandoned mine tunnels undermining streets. The child’s body was recovered by rescue workers after a nightlong search.
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Bond Total Soars Above Million in War Loan Drive
Rotary Club sponsors Fourth War Loan drive as city totals surpass 1 019487 with about 79000 still needed to reach quota. Corry banks report 895000 in Series C notes sold. January stamp sales rise sharply and veterans and Rod and Gun Club earn honors as drive nears end.
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Tire Shortage Tightens War Vehicle Supply
Washington reports a tire famine with 20 to 40 percent fewer tires for civilians in 1944 and heavy shortages for air planes combat vehicles and trucks. Rubber Director Dewey warns lean rations will last six months and may force curtailment of truck and bus use while civilians face tight but not disastrous conditions. A separate Oakland blaze destroyed 25 cars and caused about 60 000 dollars in damage.
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William H. Davis
Allied plan aims to isolate German empire in Europe
Washington dispatch outlines Allied strategy to sever outside aid to Germany. France may recognize the Liberation Committee in Algiers to govern liberated areas, while Italy’s king faces strong opposition and possible removal before Rome falls. Spain watches neutrality, Finland may shift with Russian actions. Spain and Britain coordinate to curb Axis influence as plans unfold.
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Congress Hears Demand To Reopen Hunt For Amelia Earhart
U S Senator Metcalf urged in Washington that Army and Navy resume search for Amelia Earhart and navigator Frederick Noonan. He proposed possible evidence she was forced down near the Marshall Islands on the route from New Guinea toward Howland Island, suggesting Japanese involvement.
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Labor Dept Reports 3750 Strikes Last Year
Washington Feb 1 The Labor Department reports 3750 strikes in the United States last year affecting about 4,900,009 workers. Secretary Perkins notes total idle man days reached 13,500,300 with a ratio of lost time to total working time about one seventh. The four coal strikes last year involved 400,000 workers and accounted for 8,500,000 idle days. Average days lost per worker in 1943 was 7.1.
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Washington
United Blates
Perienis
Chinese troops push Japanese near Tarn and Tainha Ga
Allied dispatch reports Chinese forces driving Japanese from positions eight miles west of Tarn in northern Burma while meeting stiff resistance 10 miles northeast of Tainha Ga as they press to clear the route for the Ledo road. Churchill to present war review in Commons next week, Eden says. Britain notes regret to Sweden over bombing of a Swedish Sea Cross ship in the Aegean Sea.
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Three Erie Men Face Charges
In federal court today U S Attorney Charles F Uhl charged Affree Bilewer Myrin Block Nella Clementi and Herbert J Hausemann with illegal transfer of gasoline ration coupons Flausemann also charged with illegal possession of 64 gasoline coupons An information filed by the Office of Price Administration charged Anthony P and Rose C Walley both of Erie with demanding above ceiling rents for six houses in the Erie defense rental area and refusing to register with the War Rent General Office.
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Herbert J. Hausemannn
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Wye Rent Goneral Office
Serum to Save Girl's Life Flown to Philadelphia
A serum to save 18 month old Anna Bradley with influenzal meningitis was flown from Chicago to Philadelphia's Women's Hospital. Dr. Wesley Fox said American Airlines carried 26 milligrams of the serum and would deliver it later today. The treatment follows the earlier use of serum on Robert Bessey, 15, and uses the remaining portion of a shipment from Pittsburgh to aid Anna.
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Corry Express Volume Shows Steady Gains
Corry Railway Express Agency reports rising annual traffic with 54493 general shipments in the year, up from 43906. Air express rose to 2450 shipments from 192, and gross tonnage up sharply, led by consistently heavy monthly volumes through March. January 1944 shipments totaled 4636, defying typical seasonal drop.
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British Units Join Guerrillas In Balkans
London said British units joined Yugoslav guerrillas as a bridgehead into the Balkans. No reports of large scale landings were yet, and any such operation would be directed from Algeria. The piece notes possible involvement of Marines or army units with naval air support and cites unclear references to Italian prison escapees.
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Youth held in altered assault case at City Park
Vincent Nielsen was placed under arrest after Mary Bloss admitted her prior assault story was false. Nielsen appeared before Magistrate Gordon and was held overnight on a charge of assault with intent to maim. Police and prosecutors weighed a dismissal or reduced charge as the district attorney prepared guidance for the grand jury.
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V-Loan line aids Aero Supply with 3.5 million credit
Aero Supply plans a revolving line of credit up to 3.5 million to bolster working capital for war production. The War Department guarantees 90 percent of borrowings by participating banks under V-loan terms. Latest maturity shown as June 30, 1946.
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Postpone Plane Hearing in Pittsburgh on Amphibious Service
A PUC examiner continued indefinitely the hearing on Inish WHE's amphibious airplane service to permit Trader 1 to file an amended application. The Feb 19 session in Pittsburgh was adjourned as officials review the revised plan.
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Brunswick Bombed by U S Bombers in Major Strike
London Feb 1 U S bombers attacked Brunswick concentrating on the central Cherry headquarters and nearby forts. Fortresses flew a 450 mile path to key German targets while other waves struck a Nuet Oghiey base and installations in northern France. Reports say no immediate figures of losses. earlier January missions include heavy bomber losses and fighter kills.
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Subsidy Plan Near Defeat in Senate Vote
The Associated Press reports Washington on February 1 that the Roosevelt administration faced a setback as the Senate rejected an amendment by Senator Moloney to fund subsidies in 1944. The 49 to 26 vote kept the anti subsidy bill alive, signaling near two thirds to override a veto and end the subsidy program. In Castle, Pa on February 10 Robert Hanna was named police chief following Mayor Dover's recommendation to fill the vacancy since Willis McMullen moved to the fire detective bureau.
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Veterans aid group meeting discusses local serviceman support
Five members attended a session of the Carry Veterans Service group at the U S Employment Office where plans were set to prevent overlapping duties among city organizations aiding returning servicemen. Mrs FE C Barnes of the Women’s Victory Club said ten women would work in the program. Chairman Fred Einley promised aggressive outreach to other city groups to ensure proper assistance and data access for veterans. A merchants meeting was announced for the evening at Municipal Boarding.
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