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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1943
Page
1
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Secretary of the Navy Kinox stated Japanese destroyers reached waters off Guadalcanal last Saturday but did not land. American planes and motor torpedo boats sank many drums of supplies found, while naval units believed the ships were driven away after air and sea attacks.
From India, reports say Archibald Wavell’s units are moving closer to the Japanese base at Akyab in Burma. Dispatches note uncertainty whether the Japanese commander will defend Akyab or withdraw.
A large German merchant ship loaded with raw materials for Germany sank near London today after a quick notice from Atlantis. The vessel, named Iren Wink, was reported sunk following an incident in the Atlantic.
The 135th Pennsylvania General Assembly begins during World War II with both parties pledging swift war support. The House and Senate convene, aiming for a short session to reduce state taxes and wind down nonessential activities, with a tentative adjournment target of April 15 and a bills introduction deadline of March 16. Leaders note the focus on aligning state actions with the wartime need.
Seven Allied governments and the French National Committee declared that property rights in Axis-occupied countries will be restored to rightful owners once the Axis is ousted. The State Department release states protections cover transfers under duress or legality, including homes and businesses, with no special mention of Jewish or other seized properties. The declaration warns that assets acquired under Axis protection will not be recognized after removal of Axis rule.
A group of influential Democratic lawmakers urged President Roosevelt to omit social security revision from his upcoming message. They fear it will trigger a sharp fight as the 18th Congress convenes. Party leaders seek harmony and focus on essential war legislation. The plan to sidetrack the issue was reportedly supported by several high ranking Democrats.
Mayor Frank E. Hepler in his sixth year appeals to Gerry residents for cooperation as war, shortages, and retrenchment restrict municipal services. Many planned public improvements may be postponed until after the war. The annual message notes coping with wartime conditions, past difficulties, and a generally prosperous year despite tax increases in some cases.
War correspondent Wes Gallagher reports from Allied headquarters in North Africa on January 5 that Hitler aims to block the Mediterranean. He describes a stretched Tunisian front with German and Italian troops, limited roads, and strong coastal defenses hindering an Allied push until late February. The piece notes airfield shortages, persistent bombing, French troops' bravery, and German reinforcements as the fight shifts to rugged Tunisian terrain.
Union vote set for January 1 at Abra Supply Plant Ml Coy Tac to decide alliance with a curewining agency. Two polling places will run from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The United Steel Workers petitions for a card check vote among workers, seeking a bargaining agent. The existing Machinists lodge opposes the Steel Workers. Balloting will define the workers' bargaining strength at Aero Supply.
Major Clifton M. Howard, formerly manager of the Pennsylvania Electric Company local offices, has been promoted to lieutenant colonel. The advancement took effect December 31, with his wife and family residing in Corry while he remains executive officer at the Army Navy Electronics Production Agency in Washington, D. C. Howard earlier commanded Company A of the 12th Infantry during the 1920s and enlisted after Pearl Harbor, transferring from Philadelphia to Washington.
A derailed Pittsburg and West Virginia freight train at Twilight caused four loaded tank cars carrying gasoline and oil to burn, threatening about a dozen nearby homes. Volunteers and residents helped detach cars and push others away, forming dikes to keep flames from houses as additional freight cars burned. Transportation authorities reported several carloads of water, shells and freight also ignited, with overall extent of damage undetermined.
U S ground troops pushed onto higher ground near Mount Austin to shield the Guadalcanal airfield from Japanese bombardment. Six enemy counterattacks were repulsed, with about 180 Japanese killed and additional captures of weapons and equipment. Air raids by Consolidated PBYs and B 17s supported the advance, while patrols continued to contest western and southern flanks of the island.
RAF bombers hit German industrial targets in the Ruhr for a second night. Allied forces repurpose troops at Sananda Point in southeastern New Guinea as General MacArthur’s headquarters say they are regrouping for an attack. U S A F strikes rail yards and Cherichera in southern Tunisia to aid French and American ground forces. Marseille imposes a curfew as German troops tighten control. British ambassador Hoare and other Allied leaders reportedly met in Gibraltar amid North Africa operations.
Municipal government keeps the same departmental setup as in 1942 with Mayor Hepler announcing continued heads. New hourly pay Basis set for street workers. salaries for city officials and police rise under Ordinance 698.
A pilot was killed when an Army observation plane crashed near Shumens four miles from Bloomsburg. Identification of the pilot was withheld pending relatives’ notification. The plane had been en route to Floyd Bennett Field, New York, with final destination listed as Washington. A Tidewater Oil Company pipewalker found the wreckage as officials announced the discovery in New York last night.
The city of Corry closed 1942 with a year end balance of 21676.70 per the city treasurer Miss Irene Mullen report to City Council. Start-of-month balance was 26139.50 receipts totaled 2033.55 and expenditures 7296.38. Storm continues with heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures.
Associated Press reports heavy battles across five fronts of the Russian campaign. Red forces under Col. Gen. Vatutin threaten a new ring around German garrisons near the Don Bend and near Stalingrad as Soviets claim series of captures and substantial materiel, including shells, bombs, aircraft, and supplies, in operations west of the Don and around Mozdok and Cher mishkoy areas.
Melbourne sources report a government warning that Japan massing its largest armada yet into the southwest Pacific. Japanese submarines were said to be scouting the Australian northeast coast with intensified activity around New Guinea, potentially prompting Prime Minister Curtin to appeal for greater Allied support.
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