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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1942
Page
1
The garbled text mentions a sale, a figure around 1,400.63, references to Albert and funds, and scattered place names suggesting a financial notice. The exact entities and actions are unclear, but the fragment implies a monetary transaction or auction with a specified sum and involved individuals.
A U S Pacific fleet task force penetrated toward Japan driving into mandate islands. The attack blasted 16 enemy bombers in a running fight while inflicting heavy losses and signaling intensified action west of the Gilbert Islands. Admiral King indicated further operations could be expected as forces pressed toward Ponape Truk Yap and Pelew.
MacArthur's small air force attacked Subic Bay and nearby bases, destroying multiple Japanese ships. A 10,000 ton vessel and a 6,900 ton ship were reported sunk along with two motor launches, while many smaller craft were damaged. Large fires burned at Olongapo and Grande Island as explosions followed.
Honolulu reported three heavy explosions at 2:10 am followed by sirens and widespread calls. Army officials denied a raid, stating the sirens were sounded in error and the cause of the blasts remained undisclosed. Police noted broken windows from the shock and numerous calls overwhelmed telephone switchboards.
Washington dispatch reports naval experts say Axis powers are growing reckless in submarine campaigns to divert U S supply lines. Notable actions include Mona Island shelling and off coast raids as Germany and Japan push for coastal protection pressure. War Dept cancels plans for an Ohio army camp at Chillicothe.
London reports a large contingent of American troops arriving in Northern Ireland to reinforce Ulster forces. Thousands more U.S. fighting men are described as arriving by sea to augment the existing force stationed for over a month.
Reports say an RAF raid on Paris suburbs killed hundreds and injured over a thousand, with 200 to 250 houses destroyed. Marshal Petain, briefed during ongoing air attacks, vows national mourning and says the civilian massacre will provoke general indignation.
London dispatches say RAF bombing last night hit the Renault plant and other Paris suburbs. British sources claim the raid could mark the end of Vichy collaboration efforts with Nazi Germany, while an official spokesman downplays policy change and cites weather as a factor.
Luther A. Harr of Philadelphia launched his bid for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination in the May 18 primary. He argued he was appealing from bosses to the people as a spirited intra party contest began. Other candidates include Auditor General Clair Ross and Common Pleas Judge Ralph H. Smith with backers in varying state party factions.
Washington March 4 Acting Secretary of State Welles said the British bombing of factories in the Paris suburbs forming war material for Germany was a legitimate wartime act. He noted there was no prior consultation between the British Foreign Office and the U.S. State Department about the raid.
The Free French National Committee in London declared Parisians, now refugees from the Nazi capital, ardently support the raid on Renault works at Billancourt and other factories aiding Germany. British air strikes damaged key targets near Paris. official reports cited significant destruction and 600 deaths in Paris suburbs. Marshal Petain declared national mourning as propaganda and Nazi broadcasts claimed leaflets dropped on the city.
Corry clears snow after a heavy storm. Route 6 opens while rural roads remain blocked and most towns are isolated with services strained. City streets and outlying roads gradually reopen as highway crews work to restore traffic before the next storm.
London Sir Stafford Cripps, government leader in the Commons, appealed for an all-out world war effort. He urged unity of Allies to drive aggression from nations and to build a just, peaceful world on foundations of justice and equality. He stressed mobilizing resources and manpower to prevail, not limited to territorial gains.
City officials consider recalling all special police commissions granted to the plant police after a clash at Ajax Son Works. County authorities and the attorney's office indicate approval of the commissions, with residents to be polled for a two year period and possible replacements within days.
Rome said Tallon submarines operating off the American coast have sunk ships totaling 27204 tons. Italian high command claims submarines are active near U.S. shores, with Nazi communiques mentioning Italian subs in the Atlantic amid several sinkings by underwater raiders.
Allied Wetton freighter of 3915 tons rammed and left adrift just outside the Lewes Delaware breakwater. Five men missing after collision with the tanker Voco. Six men rescued by East Guard boats. Gypsum Prince sank another vessel Edith and Elinor in heavy weather earlier.
The local Union Board No. 3 plans to send three units to Ablur City next week for Army examination. Induction will begin immediately if recruits qualify for general military duty. Some registrants will be furloughed to wrap up home business. Six scheduled men bound for reduction in Union City are delayed one day. eight Carry boys and others departed for training, with a small canteen set up by Home Economies club members at Union City.
The Navy credited Lieut. Edward O'Hare with shooting down six Japanese bombers in a single engagement near the Gilbert Islands, a record for the war. A U.S. task force avoided damage despite heavy Japanese attacks as two American ace planes were lost but the pilot of Tone was rescued.
Japanese forces push into eastern Java under a fierce defense by American, British, and Dutch troops. Tokyo reports mechanized divisions advancing toward strategic targets near Surabaya and the Dutch naval base at Batavia, while Allied units retreat under mounting pressure.
Vice Admiral C. Helfrich, noted submarine warfare expert, was reported unofficially to have been assigned as commander in chief of Allied naval forces in the southwest Pacific. An official announcement was expected tonight or tomorrow. The change follows the loss of two Dutch cruisers during the Java Sea operation and comes after Helfrich assumed command February 11. The report notes Allied positions at Bandoeng and the broader struggle for Java against Japanese forces.
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