Japanese force tries to break Saipan trap by New Guinea drive
Allied reports say a large isolated Japanese army, cut off after Saipan, launched a two-pronged attempt near Wewak and Aitape, with initial attacks on American troops and a southward push by Australian forces. Casualty figures rose as Nimitz noted 2359 U.S. troops casualties amid ongoing reporting.
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Saipan
New Guinea
Aitape
Wewsk
Douglas Macarier
Dileh
Petish
Chester W. Nimitz
U. S
Douglas Chief Wallace Rival For Second Spot
Supporters of Henry A Wallace name Supreme Court Justice William C Douglas as vice presidential rival. The article notes Wallace’s strongest backing in the Northwest while tracking rivals James Byrnes Sam Rayburn Truman and Barkley. It discusses potential chits from Roosevelt and other prominent figures amid convention speculation.
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Dems
Barkley
Rayburn
Truman
Byrnes
Wallace
Northwest
Associated Press
Washington
Henry A. Wallace
Supreme Court
William C. Douglas
Senate
Barnley
Sam Rayburn
D-Mo
James F. Byrnes
Roosevelt
Wastiston
Chicago
Deh G Winant
Ambassasor
England
Sherman Minton
Indiana
Douglas
Washeuptonion
Roosevelt to Visit England for Churchill Conference
Washington reports plans for a July meeting between President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill to discuss early 1944 Anglo American strategy and continuing cooperation with Charles de Gaulle amid tensions over French leadership and postwar governance. The talks, likely held before fall, aim to align policies and solidify allied coordination.
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Roosevelt
England
Churchill
Associated Crest
Washington
Roosevell
Churchal Thay
Jane
Mor
Roose
Gene Chavis de Gaulle
du Gales Natural Committee
Huemosh
Alt Verua
London
Corry Workers Linked to Titusville Case Probe
A strange incident near Titusville tied to Corry workers is under inquiry. Walter Ross and friends found an unconscious man beside a stalled truck, prompting police to investigate a related case involving two Corry plant workers. One twenty year old woman was abducted after agreeing to meet a ride, later escaping. another crippled woman remained in the car as the driver took her across the countryside before she fled. The investigation, aided by state police, continues with details unclear.
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Titusville
West Central Avenue
Meg
Inter
ToonerVille
W. R. Ross
Corry
Pittsburgh
Arthur Seep
Cherryree Hill
Ross
Pranklin
Higalion
Destroyer Corry Among Lost in Normandy Landing
The U S Navy Department identifies three destroyers sunk in the Normandy landings as the Corry Meridth and Glennon. London reports six American and British destroyers lost during landing operations in France.
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Corry
Associated Press
London
Toab
Meredith
Glennon
France
Treasury report shows July 22 receipts and balances
Treasury figures released from Washington list receipts at 126,025,099.88 dollars and expenditures at 336,168,985.56 dollars for the period. Net balance stands at 22,768,142,723.03 dollars with internal debt totaling 207,409,925,556.70 dollars.
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Treasury
Washington
The
Intel
Fifth Making Fresh Gains in Bra Valley Front in Italy
American Fifth Army troops breach German lines in the upper Bra valley advancing inland toward the Arno. They capture Lajitico and hold 42 miles from the Arno, taking 150 to 200 prisoners as French forces push near San Donato and Hill 218 near Poggibonsi.
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Associated Press
Rome
Fifth Army
Bra
Italy
Livorno
Lajitico
Taly
X Point
Arno
San Donato
Florence
Hill
Poggibonsi
Poggibansi
Plorence
Ata Valley
Liper Tiber
Boy Wedged In Water At Passaic River Plant
Two hundred emblayes were sent from a dyeing plant on the Passaic riverbank as workers halted production to rescue 14 year old James DeGroff from a water feeder line. Detective Captain Bengert said the body was wedged between a valve and screen. the boy had apparently been sucked in from the river while swimming. Barbara Goggin, eight months old, vanished from New York Foundling Hospital while her mother underwent an operation at 5 a m, Sister Carmelia Theresa reported to police.
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Preorunnvey
Paterson
N. J
Rome
Ank
Passaic River
Gen
Bengeri
Bengert
James DeGroff
Theodore DeGrof
Standard Division
Allied ‘Textile Corporation
Bengerb Sgld
Ryer
Babe
New York
Barbara Goggin
Herierb
Carmelia Theresa
Polis
Anlar
Milk Men Plan Friday Meeting Over New York Shortage
Milk producers and co operatives representing about 30 000 farmers face scrutiny by New York market administrator Dr D F Blanford over milk diversion from the fluid market to cheese production. Investigations could withhold pool payments totaling up to 90 000 if findings confirm violations of marketing orders aimed to balance price and supply during the current shortage.
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Corry
Lésgue
New York
D. 4
Blanford
Waltes
Acme
Captain Harmon Promoted to Major in Army Service
Captain Harmon has been promoted from captain to major while serving in Italy. He previously practiced medicine in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, before joining the service. Mrs Harmon and her children reside with her parents, Dr and Mrs N T Gillette.
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Sity
Kaison H Hermon
M.C
Harmon
Thele
N. T. Gillette
Italy
Connellsville
Bond sales tally in Corry event draws Polish Club sponsor
EB bond sales totaled 5831 yesterday with Corry's Pith Dean adding 7550 975 by noon. The Tallan American Club credited the day’s sales, while the Polish Club will sponsor tomorrow. City over subscription stands at 2310 275.
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Corry
Russian armies push within 30 miles of East Prussia
Assorted AP dispatches from Moscow report Russian forces driving up to 30 miles from East Prussia in a 19 mile advance near Suwalki, with other columns within 38 miles of Kaunas and 28 miles of Grodno. Detachments near Bialystok and Brest Litovsk edge closer as German defenses brace for a wider offensive.
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Moscow
East Prussia
Suwalki
Russia
Sweden
Grodno
Old Polis
Germany
Kaunas
Eagt Iin
Lithuania
Bialystok
Warsaw
Brest Titovsk
Bug
Pripyatos
Daugavpils
Baltic Sox
Riga
V F W service officers hear update on legislation
A V F W meeting at the V F W hall heard Charles Bud Deyoe newly appointed state service officer discuss recent legislation and procedures. New assistants James Sullivan and Fran Seliseder showed promise for exams soon while Clinton Mabean was absent. Dr Merle Amy asked for more help as service demands rise with veterans returning to civilian life and claims increasing.
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V. F. W. Hout
Charles
Bud) Deyoe
Rational Vew Service Officers School
Detroit
Mich
James Sullivan
Fran Seliseder
Tew
Clinton Mabean
Merle Amy
Veterans Red Cross Bulletin at Corry Chapter Meeting
Corry Chapter American Red Cross held last evening at the Senior High School auditorium with small attendance. Richard Rossbacher led as chair. doctors reports and annual work details were shared. Titman spoke on blood plasma supply and Middle East service. Sweeney outlined South Pacific relief. Charles Hubert won Song Contest. new Public Information department announced led by Mrs George Allen. 1941-44 report released for community interest.
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Wil
Armuin
Corry
Almerican Red Cross
Richard Rossbacher
Havoled
Gilbert
Charles Stewart
W. M. Houghton
C. W. Bracken
G. Wolfe
Eny T. Cherry
Robert B Brown
J. J
Cesera
Sicily
Tilman
Dan Sweeney
Camp Reynolds
Greenville
South Pacific
Crea
Sweeney
Red Cross
Elda DeLong
Staples
H. Lynn Rice
Corry Chanter
Tokyo Fadio Deondypst twday on Amperial headquarters
Associated Press reports chaotic dispatches from New York July 13 and 18 noting Allied and Axis movements. Reports cover Japanese naval losses, Lindbergh visiting Pacific HQs for fuel efficiency lectures, Kiichi Hasegawa death claim, Nazi bombs near London, and guerrilla calls for Allied aid plus Tokyo production of air defense engines amid wartime strain.
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Associated Press
New York
Tokyo Fadio
Amperial
Ammunt Lite
Allied Headquarters
Southwest Pacific
Suly 13
Chas. A. Lindbergh Hs
Southwest and
South Pacific
Leeh~ Nicki
U. S
London
Kiichi Hasegawa
Berlin
Sitatiin
Yokosuka
Berin
Hasegawa
Fleet Air Arm
Japaese Munitions Ministry
Uideko Toin
Tokyo Radio
U.S
New Regime in Italy Ready to Take Power in Rome
Rome awaits Premier Tya ne Bonatta to establish his government on Saturday as six weeks of Allied occupation leave Rome still unsettled. Food improves for the masses vs German days, but public services and power lag. Electricity relies on damaged hydro plants and coal plants, while trolley systems and buses suffer German removal. Unemployment is high, with about 100,000 jobless, mostly white collar. Population remains large despite upheaval.
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Associated Press
Rome
Tyane Bonatta
Naley
Home
American First Army pushes through Normandy advances in two weeks
Allied forces under Eisenhower report the largest two week gains in western Normandy. American units break through toward St Lo, La Haye Du Puits, and Periers area, cutting German lines and capturing key junctions. Bradley’s forces near Lessay advance while Montgomer y's troops recapture Mal tot and resist counterattacks.
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Supreme Headquarters
Allied Expeditionary Force
First Army
Normandy
St. Liv
Tass
Laland Mauduit
la Haye du Puits
St-Germain
Gorges
Periers
Wirulrowal
Bernard L. Montgomery
Germian
St. Lo
Airvaice
la Boulaye
la Boulay
Vie Pier
Boyle
Ma-Mun
S-Land
Paris
Montgomery
Caumont
Belin Racio
U S Air Ace James Goodson Reported Missing In Action
Major James A Goodson aged 24 commander of the 9 P Mustang squadron is officially missing in action over Germany in the European theater. The War Department says he failed to return from a mission and is credited with destroying several enemy planes. His home is listed as Toronto, Canada.
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Washington
James A. Goodson
War Department
Goodson
Tordntis
Canada
Orf
Kah Surat
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D-Day
Bra Valley
Lajatico
N. Y
Latvia
Finland
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Carry Man
Sviation Ordnance
al- Danian
S. C. N. Antity
Enver Hoxhs
United States
Associated Press Supreme Ueadourrivers
Allied Expeditionary Puree
Ainty Americ
Sudyaie
Chertours
General Eisenhowen
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