31 Jul 1943
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1943
Page
1
London believes a new invasion blow impends and a surrender from Italy may come hourly as German civilians flee from Italy. The report cites ongoing Allied pressure and strategic aims in the Pacific and Europe, with updates on training, casualties, and military movements shaping expectations of imminent shifts in control.
Keith, Guy E. Abbey and Snry joined with hundreds of Pennsylvania State Guard members in a field training at Indiantown Gap. The Corry guardsmen departed amid a large crowd, trains from Erie and other cities joined enroute, as the Third Regiment under Col. Robert Woodside prepared for a week long encampment. Brigadier General Milton G. Baker said the training aims to qualify all on rifle ranges with machine guns and automatic rifles. Gen. Robert M. Vail noted the program covers basics of the Army’s 13 weeks course in one week. Guard volunteers, replacing the National Guard since Pearl Harbor, will stay a week under full military regulations. The Second Regiment from Wilkes-Barre moves in August 7 for seven days and the Philadelphia First Regiment begins August 4 for nine weeks. Guardsmen in war jobs are excused from attendance.
A local man files a suit over a hog causing trouble, naming several parties including Joins and pro Uren cons as involved. Ey ne aR appears as a garbled detail in the filing, with the dispute centered on property and nuisance claims.
The Corry campaign total climbed to 103600 last night as leaders push toward a near 200000 finish by tonight. Bonds must be teed not later than July 31 to be counted in the current drive. Postal workers will stay until 7 pm to handle subscriptions.
Allied forces press through Sicily's coffin corner with heavy German casualties and rising prisoners. British and American armies report progress as Pavignana Levango and Marettimo surrender. Coastal waters swept by Allied ships and airfields attacked, including Practica Di Mare near Rome.
A neutral source reports German pressure on Italy as Gen. Badoglio delays surrender terms amid threats of reprisals. The note cites talks between Italian envoy Raffele Guariglia and German envoy von Papen, suggesting Berlin could alter Europe defense plans if Italy resists capitulation.
Richard Gratin of Pittsburgh sustained injuries in a car accident near Corry. Initial fears of multiple broken bones were eased by X rays showing fractures. he was treated and released. The crash site and damages were not disclosed. Adolf Mueller, former head of the Pennsylvania State Game Commission, died at his Norristown home after a three week illness.
Bulletin from Chungking notes heavy air strikes on Hongkong and Kowloon harbor facilities with direct hits Wednesday and continued attacks on docks and shipping. US communique confirms the assaults and mentions plans for more action. In others, Secretary Ickes hints gasoline rationing changes outside the east and a Chicago meeting next Wednesday. In Oklahoma, two bank bandits abducted the bank president and wife, escaping with about 12000 from the vault after locking six inside.
Washington July 31 Senators Burt Moni Ohio and Radcliffe Md urged that the bulk of returning servicemen's jobs be provided by private enterprise rather than the government. They said President Roosevelt should confer with business and labor leaders to plan postwar conversion of war industry to peacetime pursuits and support private industry to sustain production and create employment for returning soldiers.
Washington date July 3 a report from War Mobilization Director James P Byrnes was awaited for a change in the gasoline rationing setup Motorists can expect no change in allotment for at least a week or more Officials at the Office of Price Administration said they would not announce until Byrnes submits his recommendations Tekes the petroleum administrator and Prentiss M Brown OPA administrator have indicated the outlook for more gasoline supplies was encouraging Brown said he hoped to lift the east arm restrictions and Tekes said supplies to the east were being increased
The Associated Press reports in Algiers that the French National Committee of Liberation has unified all armed forces under General Giraud and appointed General De Gaulle as permanent president of the National Defense Council. A war minister will be named, ending the long dispute over command. The move aims to rally French strength and seek support from the United Nations and allies.
Allied air drives continue to strike Remscheid in the Ruhr as heavy bombers hit the Alex underwerk A G works and 25 smaller factories. Mosquitoes and Beaufighters sweep French and Dutch targets while debris and explosions echo along the northern French coast.
Reports describe Allied planes over Italian targets nearly daily with no battlefield bombs dropped. Emphasis on duties and readiness around La Spezia and Taranto as attention centers on Sicily invasion prep. Text notes Italian defenses and Middle East bombings in July amid high tension and strategic air sorties.
The article argues Mussolini’s fleet is a potential tool but unlikely to be used soon. It notes Italian ships are seen as a menace by some, yet their reluctance to fight may keep them sidelined. Allies could still press them into action if bargaining ends.
Fragmentary report discusses warships refitting priorities in the present phase of war. It notes auxiliaries becoming more important for convoy duty, with Italy's occupation and access to American raw materials potentially boosting maintenance and supply. Some experts doubt the value of bombing hubs, given ongoing Mediterranean campaigns.
The report notes Allied ships in Genoa Venice and Naples are idle due to reconnaissance and superiority concerns. German efforts to move ships to Toulon are mentioned, with Tedder Doolittle and Spaatz cited as likely to prevent movement while destroying assets remains questioned amid broader war fatigue.
The city applies for a federal 62,000 sewer extension grant with Keystone Construction of Meadville to proceed, contingent on Federal Works Agency approval and a further 1,000 for contract adjustments. Meadville officials anticipate starting before the fall rainy season to avoid delays, with Gagnell reviewing the sewer program at Monday's meeting.
The Office of Price Administration announces validity dates for blue, red, and other stamps, urging destruction of excess invalid stamps. It notes coffee removal from the Hatton list and reports an inspection deadline extension planned by Pennsylvania Revenue for motorists after tonight's midnight cutoff.
Allied and Axis forces amid a widening war rush. German disarmament of Italian troops reported near Larissa in Greece. Yugoslav partisans claim breakthrough toward the Trieste gateway as Greek resistance rises and Mussolini’s followers face pressure in Milan. Badoglio urges Italian patience as France swirls with revolt rumors from Zurich.
Madrid dispatches report Spanish evening papers from Germany today. The front now notes a period before decisive events, signaling a shift in the war’s phase and suggesting upcoming actions in Berlin and Crewe.
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