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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1945
Page
1
In San Francisco on June 7 the United States and Soviet Union approach an open clash at the United Nations conference over veto rights. Moscow signals possible shift if Zalivalli formula is accepted, while Big Five seek unity. Delegations report progress but debate over veto remains unresolved amid minor issues.
A corporal on furlough wandered into a First Ward home in the early morning, waking a woman by a noise in the living room and sleeping on the Davenport. Police removed him to the city jail as investigators sort out how a complete stranger entered through a side porch window and why.
General Stilwell and General MacArthur held wartime planning talks in Manila with joint emphasis on Pacific operations. The Associated Press notes the discussions focused on overall Allied strategy and projected deployments as U.S. forces prepare for possible large scale action toward Tokyo and China coast targets.
Prime Minister Churchill told the House that the Big Three made no secret pacts at Yalta and that discussions covered more than officially announced decisions. He noted Labour questions over Polish government broadening and the ironclad claim that a verbatim report could be made. The Yalta trio were Churchill Roosevelt and Stalin.
Corry Pa resident and B 29 pilot Lieut Richard Bensley Dearing received the Air Medal from the Pacific Bomber Command at Tinian for meritorious achievement in low altitude incendiary raids against Japan. His father James Dearing lives at 618 West Washington Street in Corry.
Corry reports E Bond totals climb with steady gains today. At noon the War Finance Committee announced the mass of purchases via the Seventh Sons campaign reached 925072.75 dollars, lifting the overall E Bond total to 326072.
Rep. Thomas of New Jersey urges a four part Congressional probe into UNRRA. He calls UNRRA the focal post for the Communist Party in the United States and says the House committee on American activities will begin hearings June 20 on alleged dissemination of communistic propaganda by a New York OPA employee.
The Corry War Finance Committee praised C. P. Bliss for guiding promotions for the Army show Here's Your Infantry. Local firms contributed to a total of 4500 to cover promotion expenses, marking the greatest wartime fundraising success in the community.
Corporal Gilbert J. Beamesderfer of Eucrate Pennsylvania, a squad leader in the 36th Division, recalls being captured by his own troops and held as a wounded German prisoner of war in France. He received a 10 day work furlough from Cushing General Hospital after a chaotic episode in which he spoke German to a German officer and insisted he was American. He awoke in a hospital and asked about his fate, insisting he was with his comrades. The tale continues on another page.
The report notes overwhelming support for postwar international cooperation measures, with most votes favoring the legislation. Congress approves funds for fee construction and currency stabilization as part of the effort.
House approval of the Bretton Woods agreements appeared assured as debate wrapped, with a 120 to 18 vote for ratification. The plan creates a World Bank for reconstruction and a fund for international currency stabilization, drawing from 44 nations’ proposals.
June reports recount De Seversky warning of German jet bombers targeting New York and eastern cities, Mengahan captured near Canton West of Ligehow, and Al M London urging unwavering support for President Tru man amid negotiations with Churchill and Stalin.
Six individuals including Ruth Annivew, 20, of Avliminn Vy, and Eman Sigurd, 47, of Washington, were taken into FBI custody in New York and Washington on June 1. They face charges under the Espionage Act for alleged possession and transmission of restricted data from state and federal departments. The group is linked to a broader inquiry into government war secrets and classified materials stolen from Navy, State, and War Departments.
Supt. Dewey attended a Warren conference with Dr. B A Quackenbush on new state school laws. The meeting explained medical and dental exams every two years, revised state standards, and changes in funding and out of district reimbursements. Forms will be sent to districts next month as implementation starts. Corry should see most benefits next year, with full program possible by a third year.
Chief American prosecutor Robert H. Jackson calls for firm punishment of Axis war criminals and rejects delaying tactics in trials. He says Allied justice should differ from ordinary U.S. procedures to ensure only the guilty are punished and to honor victims.
Rex Theatre management announced the special War Bond show for children, scheduled for Friday morning, has been postponed until Saturday due to unspecified reasons.
Paris reports that authoritative French sources say the French government will invite the five permanent members of the Security Council to join a five power conference on the Middle East. France sent invitations through its embassies in Washington London Moscow and Belgrade with a brief statement of aims. Churchill urged caution, warning the move could delay peace and require careful consideration on several grounds.
Allied control council for Germany delays due to lack of agreement on occupation zones. Moscow blames Western Allies for muddle delaying administrative machinery. Russians resist meetings until zones mapped. Americans and British want defined zones before troop movements. Treasury report shows receipts 141.55m and expenditures 177.09m with a total debt of 261.18b.
Penn Electric Company employees will ballot in a special election on whether to strike over wage contracts. The Labor Board has not yet approved the schedule. A Brookville meeting of local workers urged action, with widespread belief a strike could come if negotiations fail to resolve the dispute.
The Retail Merchants division of the Golden Rule Club met at the Municipal building to outline plans for next Wednesday’s party. Co chairs Puprested and Harry Ba Yaoh lead with Miss Wilma Rich and several members aiding. program includes prizes, a 1:20 tureen, and a dance with an out of town band amidst red white and blue decor. The second note covers Washington action as the House rules committee ordered a vote next Thursday on FEPC legislation to create a permanent fair employment practices committee.
Allied forces prepare Naha airfield for bomber operations as Okinawa campaign nears its close. Chinese bottling for fitting reported with ongoing supply moves. In southern Philippines, U.S. forces execute two man landings as part of broader push toward liberation.
A three hour strike on Osaka targets the industrial arsenal as American B-29s hit the Osaki area. Reports say fires are under control despite heavy cloud cover and Japanese anti air actions continue around Okinawa. American forces press operations toward Mindanao and Luzon while Philippines bases are set to U.S. disposal.
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