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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1943
Page
1
Fragmented OCR yields details about parade order duties and taxicab charges. It mentions OPA officials and celebrations tied to an upcoming Day week with August actions. The text lists taxi rates and vehicle charges amid shortages and rationing constraints.
Harrisburg reports a treasury surplus around 18 million and a tax cut totaling about 44.7 million for the biennium. Budget officials warn revenue declines may limit further cuts while Governor Martin touts a balanced budget and prior measures. The plan preserves a 7.8 million saving from the retail license levy and nets 93.8 million overall after emergency measures.
Roosevelt's special envoy to Stalin, Davies, arrived in Alaska by plane yesterday from Moscow, carrying a message to Premier Stalin. Details remain secret, with reports noting the trip underscores the ongoing U S diplomatic effort and the president's encoded communication.
Government operated mines open but workers ignore whistles as John L Lewis leads miners to refuse to work. Across Pennsylvania and nearby states tens of thousands stay home amid renewed UMW truce tensions. Eastern Ohio Kentucky and West Virginia see mass idling with few operations running. Washington awaits government stance as war production hangs on coal output. Continued coverage on page two.
The Office of Price Administration slashes B and C gas coupons for northeastern states under driving ban to 2 percent of a gallon. Previously three gallons, the change takes effect at midnight and applies to Rosie A coupons remaining in the area. Average weekly gasoline value has fallen to about 1.45 gallons.
Associated Press notes Memorial Day weekend totals show a toll of 230, down from 304 last year, with the annual average toll around 400. The national tally reflects injuries and losses amid ongoing conflict. Public remembrance and safety discussions accompany the holiday observance.
West Point address cites a looming decisive year as Allied air bombardment cracks enemy morale. Gen Exio Rosi relieved as chief of staff and named commander of an army group per Berlin radio. Supreme Court upholds murder convictions for Lepke Buchalter Weiss Capone. Pennsylvania reports complete coal mining suspension. no mines operating in the state.
Berlin concedes the Axis now fights a defensive war as observers read signals from a Berlin radio quoting Lieut. Gen. Kurt Dietmar. The commentary suggests Germany fears losing the initiative and plans to conserve forces ahead of possible Allied or Soviet action. A recent Axis assault near Moscow had been anticipated as momentum shifted.
The Algiers Yadlo reported the French naval squadron at Alexandria shifted allegiance to Gen Henry Giroud and the Allies as the Tunis fell on May Th. The Associated Bres account notes the move was secret and tied to key military aims.
Washington June 1 Party lines dissolved as the House passed a compromise pay-as-you-go income tax bill by 159 to 68. The measure calls for a 20 percent deduction from the taxable portion of wages and salaries starting next month, with installments on 1942 income due June 5. It aims to shift taxpayers to a quarterly withholding system, credits transfers, and a final settlement due next March. The plan, supported by both parties, awaits Senate action and presidential approval.
New York June 1 Mrs Janet Snowden Gill 29 wife of Army Captain William Sherman Gill plunged from the sixteenth floor of the Savoy Plaza hotel A former wife of Italian sportsman Don Francesco Caravas she was found near a fourth floor extension As police investigated her husband said she had suffered a nervous breakdown and had been under medical care at their home in Santa Barbara
Judge Elmer L Eyans of the Erie county court delivered the Memorial Day message urging unity amid internal strife The day featured the unveiling of an Honor Roll at the Municipal Building a large parade through Corry with Aero Victory Band and a city park ceremony led by Rev James A Belman Mayor Frank W Hepner and a strong turnout despite threats of rain. The event marked one of the finest Memorial Day observances in decades with notable participation by police marching bands and youth groups.
June 1 Chongqing Chinese reports say Guversd Hsueh Yueh led forces in a vast victory over five Japanese divisions, trapping about 75,000 troops in a encirclement near the Yangtze front. Allied heavy bombers and Chinese fighters joined in a joint airstrike, destroying airfields and planes at Johang, with SS enemy interceptors claimed down. The Chinese siege advances include Chaneyang, 12 miles below Tehang, marking a 20 mile push since Yayangkwan’s recapture.
Police report the likely start of enforcement for the Office of Price Administration ban on driving. Chief John D. Flanigan says violators will face district prosecution after license numbers were logged over the holiday. OPA enforcement will extend beyond Erie to Carry and other towns as eleven agents already work the case.
The Journal presents portraits of Corry High School's 1943 graduates courtesy of The Corian staff. Look for the class pictures on pages 4 and 5 of this issue.
Navy reports three U S Army columns linked at Chichagat harbor on Attu Island during a night operation. Enemy organized resistance ended, with over 400 Japanese killed in the May 29 30 action. Bombers hit Kiska installations May 30 and fires started at Gertrude Coves and runway areas. Treasury data show May receipts and totals.
Phonixville Pa June 1 Hundreds of American soldiers who fought in North Africa celebrated Me mafia Day at Valley Forge. A hospital train from Tunisia arrived just before dawn, packed with wounded men who waved and joked as photographers captured the scene. Within hours ambulances carried them to the Army’s Valley Forge General Hospital two miles away.
Spain reports a great battle fleet moving out of Gibraltar with freighters and transports. Berlin expects an hourly blow. Rome appeals for citizens to emulate British resolve and effort.
Allied bombers pounded northern and southern European targets in a continuing pre invasion softening campaign. Gibraltar reported heavy naval activity with up to 100 ships. La Linea adjacent observer said battleships cruisers and destroyers mobilized. RAF and Allied air forces bombed Axis positions from the Middle East to Sicily and the Aegean while raids struck London. Long-range strikes hit Italy and France, with reports of casualties and wreckage as German communications and air bases were attacked. McNutt delayed steelwork deadline to August 1.
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