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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1945
Page
1
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A Swedish correspondent reports German army deserters pouring into doomed Berlin. Desperation grows as civilians and troops flee, barricades rise, and authorities threaten severe punishment for hiding deserters. Berlin braces for ongoing bombardment as Russian action looms and weather turns cold with snow flurries.
Soviet forces punch toward Guben and link up with relief units southeast of Berlin while other fronts report gains and losses. Russian First Ukraine Army bypasses Guben, pressing toward a strong crescent of the Oder and Neisse front. East Prussia sees renewed German counterattacks near Koenigsberg as Moscow cites costly German losses. A corridor between Koenigsberg and Pillau is reestablished per Berlin radio.
Western Pennsylvania rivers rose slowly after an all night rain but the Weather Bureau said no flood danger. Forecaster W S Brotzman noted thawing snow and rising temps will ease tonight with a drop in temperatures and possible snow on Friday. River levels stayed at pool stage this morning with crest predictions near flood line for tomorrow. Local rainfall totals ranged from Pittsburgh 1.03 inches to Clarion 1.32 inches and winds were strong with warmer weather.
Bulletin from Calcutta reports Chinese 10th Division capturing rich Baldwin mines 22 miles north of Lashio, claiming a major Allied victory in Burma as enemy mines left intact. London notes 2,200 American aircraft struck 21 German communication centers amid rail bottlenecks. Rome describes American forces recapturing Monte Bebisdere near Bologna after a surprise assault, advancing toward a rugged peak as German resistance stiffens.
Battle reports from Manila show fierce fighting on Corregidor and in the Manila hotel area. Japanese troops on Corregidor reportedly detonated underground ammunition dumps as American forces press the advance. The struggle extends to the post office and Intramuros areas with heavy resistance and continued artillery exchanges.
City Council plans a special Friday night meeting to approve a garbage collection contract with Homer Berkhous, pass a new dog quarantine ordinance, and discuss other business. Solicitor and council members meet with Berkhous to finalize terms with manager Williams of the U S Employment Service aiding staffing. The dog quarantine ordinance mirrors last year’s. contract work to start March 1. meeting may cover additional items tomorrow.
Personal recordings may now be sent in the next of kin packages to prisoners of war. Recordings are censored and materiel to be deleted will not be forwarded. Red Grass Chapter headquarters offers recording access and cartons for packing.
Corry soldier Sgt Laurence B Glatz was slightly wounded during an attack on February 2. The War Department wire said he was evaluated at a base hospital and would receive a full report. This marks his third combat wound since joining Company A in February 1941 with ten veteran comrades.
Gary Hospital Association directors met to endorse Hartisburo’s move to raise the per day basis for state aided hospital service to 400 dollars. Reports show 173 patients admitted last month, 98 days of service, 27 births, one death, and 49 operations. Also approved was a new sterilizer for the operating room and ongoing painting and redecorating at the hospital. A separate Pittsburgh report found Chapel Wands, 26, guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the death of Walter Curry, with sentencing postponed pending a motion for a new trial.
Paris reports Allied advance across Moselle valley with Patton’s Third Army securing towns south of Saarburg. Crossings of the Saar completed, force drives toward Trier and confluence of Saar and Moselle. British and Canadian units push toward Calais, while American Seventh Army nears Saarbrücken and Forbach. Several Allied columns position for a major eastward push as weather and river conditions constrain movement.
Corry youth serving with the 30th Signal Battalion in Luxembourg received a special citation from Lt. Col. Gerald F. Tysgle for resourceful action at the central switchboard. Commendation notes his role in aiding ammunition flow to complete a mission and preserves the unit’s credit. he is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Muckinhauph of North Center Street.
The War Production Board order limiting gas use in amusements and facilities was lifted at 7 PM with no extension expected. Coal deliveries resume under city oversight. Mayor Bepler's committee continues to regulate dealer shipments, pending weather and rail conditions.
Washington report shows Army and Navy casualties since Pearl Harbor reaching 801 162 as of February 14. Secretary Stimson notes Army losses at 827 increase over prior week while Navy losses total 89 383, with combined rise of 18 982.
Tidiqute man John W. Brown aged 70 was found dead today beside his automobile on Main Street in Tirioqute Pennsylvania. Authorities say the death appears natural causes, pending official determination.
A large group of Ajax Iron Works employees who belong to the International Association of Machinists staged a daytime walkout, leaving the shop and moving toward a shutdown. Negotiations with Ajax officials were unsuccessful, and the action followed a recent union referendum to return wage dispute issues to the War Labor Board for arbitration. Management offered no statement, and the walkout was described as a response to stalled wage talks. In a separate item, David Lloyd George’s condition improved enough for his physician to say no further bulletins would be issued.
Heavy rain and high winds swept area causing water, ice, and tree damage. Roads flooded at several points as runoff overwhelmed some drainage as streets remained hazardous for motorists and pedestrians all night. The storm spared buildings, though minor roof and debris damage was reported while crews attempted to restore drains and safe passage.
Early reports say only Brokenstraw and nearby streams threaten sows with rising water but not major flooding. thaw weakened ice causing cautious movement is expected. Route 6 saw heavy flow and some local flooding while main corridors stayed passable. Highway crews cleared Route 092 and openings to Lindsey Hollow were restored.
Tech Sergeant Kenneth Crovie a bombardier with the Ninth Air Force describes a near fatal flak hit over the Zeppelins target near Spandau Germany. He credits a manganese steel flak suit the size of an egg for sparing his life and notes the ship sustained 27 flak holes yet returned to base.
Renewed attacks resume toward Central Field with support from newly landed Third Division Marines. Heavy guard on enemy positions yields several outposts knocked out as coordinated bombardment and infantry drive press the offensive.
United States Pacific Fleet reports near Iwo Jima sustained damage from Japanese air attacks. Marine casualties reach about 4,553 with 885 killed and 4,168 wounded as Admiral Nimitz notes renewed American advances and heavy enemy resistance.
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