Americans Open Fresh Assault In Monschau Area
Allied forces push into a fifteen mile wide fortified zone center of the western front as 100000 plus troops from the First and Third Armies advance toward the Siegfried Line. Gen. Patton widens the bridgehead and Eisenhower orders a major offensive across the Reich with heavy armor and infantry in snowy conditions.
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Monschau
First
Third
Siegfried Line
Patton
Our River
Associated Press
Paris
Berli Radio
Monsehau
Hisenhower
Trost
Noops
Roar River
Cologne
George S. Pastor
Our
Germany
Reich
Poum
Eisenhower
West Weil
Monaghan
West Wall
Linnich
Roer
Monschait
New Charge Against McCray
A hearing is set this afternoon before Alderman G. J. Gordon for Paul McCray of Mattreet on new charges following previous arrest for assault and battery. McCray, held yesterday, faced larceny counts after police found a watch two rings and a locket on him during a search on warrants. Bail was set at 1000, furnished by A. J. Aikens, and McCray released pending further hearing. Jesse Juliane, attorney, to represent him.
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Alerman
G. J. Gordon
Paul McCrAy
Matttreet
Jan
McCray
A.J. Aikens
Mcfray
Jesse Juliane
Ria Witorney
Tren Wefere
Garry Alderman
Stettinius and Hopkins Visit Italian Front
Secretary of State Stettinius and Harry Hopkins, personal representative of President Roosevelt, visited Allied headquarters near Italian forces. They conferred with Lt Gen. Ira Baker and Lt Gen. Joseph T. McNerney on air operations and war plans. Hopkins was received by Pope Pius XII in a private audience. The trip aimed to brief leaders before a Big Three meeting with Roosevelt, Churchill, and Stalin.
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Deneneear
Rome
Stettinius
Harry Hopins
Buoajilent
Roosevelt
Minilter Chivehill
Marshal Stalin
Ajax Union votes to end talks over classification and wages
Ajax lodge of International Association of Machinists voted to cease negotiations with Ajax Tron Works on job classification and wage ranges. The dispute is sent back to the Regional War Labor Board for hearings and arbitration, after a War Labor Board order on November 27 directed both sides to bargain a plan.
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Corry
Regional
War Labor Board
Ajax Lodge
International Association of Machinists
Ajax Tron
Royal
Litween le Company
Hering
Behan Found Dead in Rooming House
Thomas Behan, seven, was found dead today in his room at 122 Bash Main Street. Deputy Coroner Keating and Officer Kelly reported no signs of foul play and the body was taken to Bracken-Beating Funeral Home. He formerly lived on Union Street and worked for the PRR and at Malheines Steel. survived by sister Mrs. Fairnett Hittenhouse of Buffalo and several nieces and nephews.
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Thomas Behan
Thomas Behn
Ollock
Sam Martowitz
Bash Main Street
Keating
Kelly
Police Department
Cory
Oliver Tim
Behan
Union Street
PR. R
Hemmer
Malhines Steel
Farniett Hittenhouse
Buffalo
Fresh forces unopposed in new invasion drive swift to east
Unopposed fresh forces surge in a new invasion push toward the east. The enemy presses toward the juncture with the Sixth Army to threaten the prized Olongapo Naval Base, signaling a crucial strategic advance with immediate menace.
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Sixth Army
Olongapo Naval Base
Eight Army landings open road to Battle of Luzon
Allied forces landed unopposed from 150 ships northwest of Manila and moved swiftly toward Junetine as Sixth Army closed in within 30 miles of Manila. The MacArthur communique says the assault near Zambales seized towns including San Antonio and San Narciso while securing airfields. Captains Crane Kadel and Jones, survivors of the Bataan death march, are mentioned among the returning. Filipino guerrillas greeted the invaders as U S troops advanced inland toward Subic Bay and Olongapo.
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Douglas MacArthur
Luzon
Manila
U. S. Eighth Army
Bataga
Junetine
Manita
Douglas MacArthury
Tazo
James Hutchesot
Polio fund grows with local donations and Rex Theatre total
The Infantile Paralysis fund today reports gifts totaling 928.81 dollars, with Rex Theatre collections at 927.91 and Chairman Kinley noting 601.00 received in cash donations. Through the committee headquarters 75 gifts have been recorded, and last year 140 firms and individuals participated. more contributions from clubs and organizations are expected before week’s end.
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Rex
Kinley
Robert Durrell Back In Action
War Department wires report Robert Durrell, son of Mrs. Helen Soenes Durrell of Kenmore New York, serving with the Pi eta army in Europe, was missing in action but has been found safe and back in combat. The message confirms his return to duty after being declared missing months ago.
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Helen Soenes Durrell
Kenmore
N.Y
Cory
War Department
Robert Durrell
Piet Army
Europe
Bomb and incendiary raids hit Osaka and Luzon skies
AP reports Superfortresses bombed Osaka on the main island of Japan for a second night, while U.S. planes dominated Luzon skies. Hideji Yugo, head of Japan's board of technology, urged Germans not to despair amid the Russian drive. Eden absent from Commons sparks talk of a Big Three meeting. In Washington, prospects rise for a station service bill forcing men 45 to 48 into essential jobs under induction penalties.
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Associated Press
Marianas
Osaka
Japan
Kyo Radio
London
R. Hideji ‘Yugo
Japanese Board of Technology
Tokyo
Muscow
Washington
House
Mann
Wind Drifting Yet Roads Remain Open Across District
Wind continues to drift but main routes stay open as highway crews work overnight. Plows cleared Hare Creek to Cavier Hill and Wattsburg highways and West Columbus Avenue toward Beaverdam. Bowen Road west of the city and toward Spencer School reopened, drifts cleared before new buildup. Few new snow flurries but bitter winds kept crews operating through the night. Continued on page six.
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Highway Department
Hare Creek
Cavier Hil
Wattsburg Highway
Rhodes Receives CAP Commission at Local Cadet Meeting
In Warren CA last night total patrol Hight cadets met at Dunder High School to discuss flight theory. Dr Harry Rhodes was presented with a CAP commission as second lieutenant by Warren officers Glenn Michelson Elizabeth Lopax and Lt Burkle.
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Rhodes
CAP
Glenn Michelson
Elizabeth Lopax
But, Burkle
Warren CA. F
Total Patrol
Dunder High School
Warren
Harry Rhodes
Ieutenant
Community 10 Full Observance Of New WPB Order
The WPB brownout order takes effect at midnight with stores to darken windows and outdoor signs. City officials including Councilman J. Frea Kinley and Penelec Manager Cherry oversee enforcement, focusing on safety and cooperation with business property owners. Violations may be reported to WPB regional offices. persistent breaches could trigger federal action, though enforcement is expected to be limited to assisting businesses and only in egregious cases.
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Giidsight
Ind Corry
Cherry
J. Frea Kinley
Safety Department
WPM
Abs Cy
Ralph W. Debancey
War Production Board
Bole
Cigarette Card Rationing Plan Appears Here
The first cigarette rationing cards emerged in this city in recent days. The Schultz firm of Erie brought them here to distribute to Corry traders. Stores plan to issue a card per registered customer up to a weekly limit for one pack. Some shops have began issuing cards, but many dealers say the system is impractical without federal control and a coupon-like framework.
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Schultz
Erie
Willeh
Corry
North Center Street
Sharpest Split Looms Over Wallace Nomination Fight
Washington January 31. The sharpest split since the 1937 court fight over Wallace’s nomination for Secretary of Commerce deepens the party rift between liberal Democrats led by Wallace and conservative Senators Byrd Bailey and others. Senate leaders indicate a direct battle on Wallace’s appointment as the dispute moves toward committee review. President Roosevelt has not issued direct word, while Senator Barkley signals the nomination’s return to the commerce committee is likely.
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Wallace
Pnounien Fess
Washington
Dan
Court Hicht
Arnold Henry Wallace
Waltave
Byrd
Vad Guner
Bailey
Enery
Ron
Senate
Homstein
Commerce
Roosevelt
Barkley
Kentucky
Commerce Committee
Car Inspection Period Ends Amid Storm Delays
State Police report no extension to car inspection period as storm conditions hinder access to official inspection stations. Cpl Gehr says no special orders issued and enforcement will rely on drivers presenting proper inspection.
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Unis
Cpl. Gehr
Legislature Extends Auto Inspection Deadline
Harrisburg January 31 The deadline for automobile inspections is unofficially extended as lawmakers consider a bill, with Gov. Martin’s approval, to grant the Revenue Department authority to extend the time up to sixty days. Rep Delbert W Dalrymple says heavy snows and staffing shortages kept cars out of garages. Few cars on the road now will be inspected, but all operating vehicles face a general check over. The measure, requiring five days to enact, faces continued debate and may not receive emergency action. Mayor Barber notes city police will not patrol beyond the usual enforcement.
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Associated Press
Harrisburg
Revenue Department
Martin
Delbert W. Dalrymple
Rerle
Hwever
Drle
Barber
16 Babies and a Woman Die in Auburn Fire
A blaze in Auburn Me destroyed a home run by Mrs Eva Lense killing at least 18 babies aged months to eight years and a woman. Eight other people escaped as authorities investigated the scene noting a nurse on duty when the fire started and identifying a 40 year old woman known as The Womall. Names of the children were not immediately known and funeral arrangements followed.
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Auburn
New Auburt
Wornall
Eva Lense
Poliee
28th Division Cleans Last Corner of East France
Jan 31 report notes the 28th Division with its Pennsylvania origins moving up with the Third Army to clear eastern France near Colmar. The Keystone unit joined the French First Army under Lt Gen de Tassigny, after fighting in the Ardennes. The 28th, praised by locals and soldiers, faced German forces that aimed for Bastogne but were held by the division. The 28th now includes members from various states and is led by Maj. Gen. Norman D. Dyett.
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Associated Press
Sixth Army
Pennsylvania Nations Guard
Velwan
France
Rhine
Colmar
First Army
Jean de Tabite de Tassigny
38Th
Norman Dyatu
Germany_entering 13th year of Hitler rule boundless misery
London June 31 Germany marked the 13th year of the Nazi regime as Adolf Hitler urged the nation to endure boundless misery for victory. He claimed divine protection and a mission from the Almighty while Russian advances pressed toward Berlin. The broadcast from Hitler’s headquarters followed reports of ongoing war near the Soviet frontier.
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Germany
Hitler
Amoumen
London
Pation
Pemles
Adolf Hitler
Berlin
Europe
Nazis Prepare to Wage Bitter Battle for City
Fierce fighting rages along the Bend of Oder and Warthe rivers as a huge Soviet flank drives toward Berlin. The encounter increases peril near Stetten in a Baltic operation, signaling a critical phase in the city’s siege.
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Oder
Warthe
Berlin
Stetten
Baltic
Berlin Fortified by German Plans as Soviets Close In
Russian forces push toward Berlin with Zhukov’s First White Russian Army driving from the east and flank movements toward the Baltic and Oder rivers. German broadcasts claim near Berlin encirclement poses a dire threat as Stettin and Stolzenberg routes loom, while reports of a planned stubborn defense march with a fortified ring suggest heavy fighting ahead.
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Associated Press
London
Zielenzig
Greater Berlin
Zinteneig
Oder
Berlin
Gregory EK
Zhukov
Moscow
Stolzenberg
Mortish
ubZtelenuig
Warthe River
Pierce Pattles
Warthe
Kius
Trin
Zinen
Gig
Zhikov
Solin
Stattin Lon
Baltic
Stettin
Germany
Dangly
Zielensig
Tyar ‘Konev
Oser
German Silesia
Ber-lin
Christmas Seals and Health Bonds Fund Total
A final report shows the campaign for Christmas Seals and Health Bonds raising 2808.20 dollars, slightly under the prior year’s 2876.25. Miss Kepler directed the effort noting about 900 orders were sent and responses came in from supporters citywide through Health Bonds and related fund drives.
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Serer Willig
Miss Kepler
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Corry Evening Journal
Bataan
Stettinius and
Hopkins
AJAX
8Th Army
Yanks
Brownout
America
Comei
Federal Communications Commission
Lonbon
Anthony Eden
House of Commons
East
Pennsylvania
Bastogne
Konigsberg
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