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13 Jan 1944
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1944
Page
1
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President Roosevelt told Congress the second 100 billion war budget covers activities through at least mid-1945. He outlined 90 billion for war alone in the coming year starting July 1, with plans to absorb sudden victory in Europe and continue mobilization regardless of earlier victory.
Estimated wartime expenditures for the year beginning July 1 show 99.769 billion dollars in outlays with deficits around 5.0 billion. Revenue is projected at 4.789 billion, total war program near 897 billion, and gross federal debt to 258 billion by June 30, 1945. President Roosevelt says the plan aims for victory while building groundwork for peace.
Local shoe retailers split over an OPA rule allowing disposal of certain women’s shoes priced at three dollars or less without stamps from January 17 to 29 in Chialve. Stores with September 1 stock lists may sell up to 15 percent of inventory at the stated price while others stay out.
AP dispatches report A J Altmeyer warning that Social Security funding could balloon obligations in 1933 if Congress approves expanded pensions while Roosevelt urges record wartime production to fuel a budget and support for farmers. Submarine losses cited as Navy notes. wartime raid claims from Bangkok highlight ongoing conflict coverage.
Corry draft board reports January inductions with seven men entering the Navy and thirteen entering the Army. Navy inductees include Lloyd Willieny Sherlock and seven others. Army group lists Albert Lynn Dormyn, Delbert Wallace Fosburgh, Merle Lindsey Akam, Elmer Crosby Bush, and more with a January 27 departure to New Cumberland. Also noted are avia tor cadet entry for one inductee and local enlistments of Nibert M. Carnicke and Joseph J. Alex.
Harrisburg January 1 The Public Utility Commission today ended a five year rate proceeding against Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation General offices at Erie finding rates reasonable and just and that the firm's charges do not substantially exceed a fair return The ruling closes the lengthy review of the company's rate structure and earnings prospects with the commission supporting the present pricing as fair.
London dispatch says 1200 American bombers and fighters attacked three German aircraft plants near Oschersleben Halberstadt and Brunswick in a large raid linked to the planned invasion of Western Europe. General Henry H Arnold says continued attacks on German aircraft production were essential. London presses call the mission a major step toward breaking the back of Germanys air force as Allied forces prepare for amphibious invasion. Continued on Page Six.
Kermit Lee also known as Harry Geid is held on parole board papers after a local assault and battery and fraudulent conversion complaint. He had lived in the city months, allegedly beat a married resident from East Branch, settled charges with Alderman Gorton by paying costs, and awaits further hearing as parole officials review the case.
Anthracite shortage worsens across New York New Jersey and Philadelphia with hospitals and institutions facing fuel scarcities. Officials call the crisis a health menace as miners and dealers push for extra pay to cover Sunday overtime while coal shipments lag due to crew shortages at Allentown junction.
Washington June 13 President Roosevelt faced growing opposition to a civilian labor draft as Senate leaders and committee heads questioned viability. Senator Reynolds signaled doubt on a national service bill, postponing hearings until next weekend. Labor leaders Green and Mumday provided no new comment after talks with the president.
John Tike of the town north of Carry city was seized last night by State Police at Carry station for operating a motor vehicle while his license was suspended. He was held for court in $500 bond after a hearing this afternoon. police say his license had been suspended and he ignored Motor Vehicle Bureau action.
Bernard A. Bull, 82, a Smethport banker and industrialist, died when his car struck a parked trailer on a highway. Mrs. Eleanor Curran, 38, also of Smethport, was injured. Bull directed the Holes & Gilginan machine shop and held roles with the Grange National Base and the nation al board.
Washington reports cumulative casualties since the war began now exceed 139,800. Army totals show 16,891 killed, 38016 wounded, 24,067 missing, and 25,400 prisoners. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard figures include 15,186 killed, 6,616 wounded, 5,496 missing, and 292 prisoners of war.
Representatives of 15 railroad non operating unions announced an appeal today to an emergency board. The action marks the third such appeal since the wage dispute began over a year ago. The unions seek an interpretation of the board's scope and insist overtime pay above 40 hours per week be reviewed as a single issue.
Red Cross field officer Miss Youn Boose from the Eastern Area and Miss Mildred Alfred, Corry chapter executive secretary, met local officials to review chapter affairs. Boose planned further consultations, while Alfred prepared to attend a three week Red Cross secretaries course in Alexandria, Virginia.
Allied dispatch from New Guinea reports swift US Navy patrol torpedo boats targeting barges crowded with Japanese along the Huon Peninsula coast. Sinking of Bayes and heavy damage to Wy PT boats cited, with Japanese trapped and using barges to escape, amid air strikes by Liberators on supply dumps and gun positions near Madang. Casualties among Japanese and Americans are noted, with ongoing coastal fighting around Arawe and Arewe.
County Chairman Buchanan and Mrs. Buchanan led a meeting announcing a citywide war effort drive to begin next Tuesday with a home canvass and a renewed quota of 2 101450. The drive will display a 1000 bond board in Pensylvania Electric windows and enlist many local volunteers and teachers in the campaign across all divisions.
New York report states James A. Stillman, 70, prominent financier and former board member of the National Bank of New York, died today at New York Hospital after a brief illness. He served on the bank’s board for 40 years, the longest tenure on record, and was active in directing the bank until his death.
Harrisburg January 13 The War Departments limit on practice blackouts and daytime tests will not alter Pennsylvania civilian defense plans. Ralph Cooper Hutchison said the state already left blackout calls to the Army and has monthly mobilizations. Protective services will continue as directed by the State Council of Defense.
Allied naval units pound enemy rail targets along Italy’s Adriatic coast and support operations in the central theater. German resistance stiffens near Cassino as French and American forces push toward strategic positions. Air actions report mixed results with ongoing dogfights and selective bombings over the Dalmatian and Italian fronts.
Ampclted Press reports a seven percent drop in total influenza deaths across major cities last week, ending a five week surge that peaked around the New Year. Decreases occurred in all regions except the West Coast with 11 percent above the three year average. Aggregate mortality rose slightly for the three year period, but this week marked a relief from the peak.
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