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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1942
Page
1
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Batavia falls to Japanese forces as the Pacific war widens. The article discusses a proposed sewer expansion grant for the city, a $45,000 federal allotment with the town matching $218,100, and questions about the city’s ability to fund its share. City officials expect council action March 16 to decide whether to reopen negotiations.
San Francisco reports Tom Mooney, 98, longtime labor figure and convictee in the 1916 Preparedness Day bombing, died at St. Reitter hospital after a series of major operations. Mooney, released from San Quentin in 1999, spent decades appealing for clemency as the case drew national attention.
Secretary Morgenthau asked Congress for immediate approval to raise the federal debt limit from 69 billion to 125 billion as unprecedented borrowing is planned to finance war material. He noted February 5 borrowing powers left and projected debt rising to 70.6 billion by June and 130.3 billion by June 30, 1943.
The United States will send a mission to India to explore creating a supply base for the United Nations. The State Department said personnel were not disclosed and the mission would go as soon as possible. The move underscores India's strategic position and resources and aims to bolster cooperation against aggression.
George Sylvester Viereck a former magazine contributor was convicted of violating a foreign agents registration act and faces six years in prison and a $3000 fine. Defense plans a new trial within five days. He showed jitters when led away in handcuffs after the verdict.
The War Department said Japanese forces in the Philippines were unable to renew offensives after Allied successes at the Sablic Bay area. An army order demanded surrender of guns and blades including bolos, seen as tools by farmers, sparking concern of growing Filipino resistance.
London March 8 British envoy Oliver Lyttleton announced the German threat to Egypt was reduced by British campaigns in the eastern Mediterranean. He cited capture of 50,000 to 100,000 tons of German ammunition and a desert barrier that would hinder any Axis attack, praising American aid and cooperation. He cautioned that another North African drive is unlikely soon.
American observers predicted a powerful Japanese push aimed at destroying the Darwin base and enveloping the northern Australian coast. Experts also expected intensified operations into Burma to seal the Burma road to China and position for an invasion of India, with Allied counteractions and growing U S naval activity in the central Pacific.
Heavy snow keeps many country homes isolated as roads remain snowblocked. Carter Hill district bears the worst impact with rotary plows deployed to clear lines. Progress depends on weather with back country routes opening slowly. downtown streets and drainage basins are being cleared as crews work.
March 5 report from Washington says Byrd of the joint committee on nonessential expenditures advocates recapturing excess profits from the War Production program. He cites up to 4 billion dollars in recoverable profits and urges legislation to limit corporate gains while letting a reasonable return remain taxing standards. The action hinges on contracts now under negotiation rather than competitive bidding to curb unconscionable profits in munitions.
Orville Street the son of Mr and Mrs Roy Strict died in the Philippines in the present war. His passing was reported as the first Corry casualty and word reached town in the usual morning news.
Three New York state troopers from Westfield pursued a hitch-hiking bandit who robbed Ohio motorist Head of 134 dollars and a 1941 Chevrolet coupe between Westfield and Jamestown. Head, driving Route 60, was relieved of cash after a pistol threat by the stranger who planning Pittsburgh. The car bears J-1715 plates. bandit described as about 28, 105 pounds, dark complexion, brown felt hat and tweed topcoat. Police traced the auto toward Jamestown and then Westfield, with lookout as officers seek the thief and the vehicle.
Roger Hrewa of Lite City Council announces progress on a civilian defense setup in Corey. Plans call for a coordinated emergency system with Dr Hugh O'Rae leading medical support, Frank Whiteley supervising disaster operations, and Philip Zaleneck and Thomas McCoy directing transport. About 100 trucks and utility lights are being catalogued to support air raids and sabotage response, with merchants agreeing to external light switches to aid blackout efforts.
Washington March 6 Plans for a conference of Pennsylvania Democratic leaders at the White House failed to materialize. U S Senator Joseph F Gulley announced the conference had been postponed. David Lawrence said plans had been made for a White House meeting at noon but it was unclear who proposed it or whether the conferees would see the president. State Chairman Meyers had said the Tenders hoped to meet Roosevelt to discuss uniting behind a single gubernatorial candidate.
Staff Sergeant Joseph L. Lockard returned from Pearl Harbor to Newbury, Pennsylvania. His parents and sweetheart met the late train at 3:43 am, sharing moments of relief and pride as the young veteran described the war’s early warnings and his service record. The scene unfolded with family affection and small questions about money and future plans.
Japanese forces complete occupation of Batavia by 2:30 p.m. on the first day of the Java campaign, as Dutch defense collapses across Java. Jogjakarta falls, with Dutch troops withdrawing or regrouping northward toward Batavia. The Dutch admit severe losses and a strategic setback as Japanese advances rapid through central and eastern Java.
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