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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1944
Page
1
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Soviet forces under Marshal Zhukov battle harsh mud and floodlit terrain as the 1st Ukrainian Army advances toward the Odessa Warsaw Railway within 70 miles of Lwow. Red Army reports indicate growing resistance from German forces while supply lines and comms tighten, signaling a possible offensive push toward Sway and Romania. The war's winter thaw has left fields riddled with lakes and forests, forcing novel tactics like sledges to move tanks and troops.
Allied reports indicate a fourth Nazi assault at Anzio as German forces renew pressure along the coastal front. British and American units respond with heavy artillery and air support seeking to blunt the counteroffensive.
Reported from Fort Meade March 17 as a district order for artillery actions. The dispatch lists multiple named individuals and units, describes a sequence of assaults and patrols, and notes enemy troop movements indicating a fourth assault planned on the beachhead with continued action into a second night.
Margaret Bartholme proprietor of a North Center Street confectionery and tobacco shop reported a burglary today. Entry was gained by breaking glass at the Grand Theatre doors and a thief took stock as the store was ransacked. A full check-up and further investigation are ongoing with no estimate of losses yet.
Erie County issues a sweeping dog quarantine forcing all towns and boroughs to enforce immediate leash laws. Unlicensed or unvaccinated dogs are barred from streets unless on a leash with a responsible handler. Roaming dogs may be killed and owners face prosecution. An official from the state is expected to arrive by week’s end to oversee enforcement.
New York police, acting on orders, seek Frank Costello an admitted slot machine operator and former bootlegger described by Governor Dewey as the gangster boss of Tammany Hall He reportedly left a Majestic apartments building with a man posing as his lawyer amid reports he was named in Louis Buchalter death house statements as a $25000 contributor to a campaign fund No formal charge announced and police declined comment on details
Washington report notes War Production Board denial of deferments for 238 WPB key men, with one official calling the action the most serious threat to WPB since the war began. Original request sought 245 deferments all pre Pearl Harbor months. Review committee granted seven. rest await reconsideration. In a second item, Rudy Vallée and his wife reportedly cancelled divorce plans and are living together again, per attorney Ray Sandler.
Sixth Army troops push ashore on New Britain and New Guinea coast as MacArthur notes the end of the Bismarck campaign nears. Air power seals advances against Raoul, Gasmata, and Momote while strikes hit Bougainville and supporting islands. Still fighting in Hukawng valley with heavy casualties reported as operations intensify across the Caroline and Marshall Islands.
The liner Gripsholm will return from Germany to New York Harbor late Tuesday and sail to Jersey City by early Wednesday morning. American Export lines said only passengers officials and newspapermen may disembark during embarkation to aid reunions of relatives and returnees. Relatives were urged to contact the Red Cross Chapter for meeting plans.
Wilmington's largest hospital closed its maternity and children's wards today amid a fatal outbreak of epidemic diarrhea among newborns. The epidemic, confined to the wards, caused a death rate reported as in excess of formal.
Meadvile March 8 Guy Marshall a former state unemployment collection agent pleaded guilty to embezzlement before Alderman MacTainaghan. Investigators say shortages in local insurance accounts could total around 9 000 with 1 500 accounts yet to audit. He was taken to the county jail after the plea.
By order of the President Oak Leaf Clusters add an Army Air Medal to Technical Sergeant Tyner Caves Lawson 89274902 for aerial gunner service in the South Pacific with the 18th AAP from 24 December 1943 to 4 January 1944. Home address Corry Pennsylvania. Awarded for sustained combat missions under hazardous conditions with enemy anti-aircraft fire and enemy aircraft presence in the theater.
American heavy bombers struck Berlin for the eighth time in ten days using Liberators and Fortresses escorted by P-47s and AAF fighters. Over 450000 incendiaries and 10000 explosive bombs were dropped in the Berlin district, with German defenses reporting attempts to reach Berlin.
Washington March 8 Governor Thomas E Deweys attack on the Federal War Ballot as a blank piece of paper drew mixed reactions from lawmakers of both parties. Senators Lucas Brewster and others debated the implications for a Republican presidential bid and outlined responses to the uniform ballot proposals debated in Congress.
Corry residents urged to attend two special registration days held tomorrow and Friday at the Municipal Building from 10 am to 3 pm and 5 pm to 6 pm. Over 900 residents are ineligible to vote in the April primary due to five-year inactivity and removal from county lists. Local registrars Miss Mary Dempsey and Mrs. Wallace Hammond will oversee municipal registration duties during the stated hours.
London dispatches report Swift U S Marauder bombers struck Mal land area targeting unspecified sites. Radio blackouts suggested further U S air activity. British naval forces near Holland indicated Atlantic Wall defenses now include rocket guns and automatic weapons facing assault craft.
The Liquor Control Board in Harrisburg announced a tough stance against taprooms and license violators. A round table with attorneys and enforcement officers aimed to ensure uniform enforcement. Governor Martin urged license revocation for violators and cash settlements only in rare cases. Also noted was the death of prominent Erie real estate man Charlie Boyd Hayes, 74, of 45 West Ninth Street.
Clifford Proper aged 92 living west of Westiamn was fatally injured when his car left the pavement on a grade near Guild farm. The vehicle tipped and struck a ditch, crushing his skull as it opened the door and frame. Deputy Leeper and Alvin Proper, 8, were involved. both hospitalized with injuries.
London reports say Russia rejected the latest Polish compromise on the Russo Polish boundary. Polish government in exile leader Mikolajczak denies being informed. Polish circles resent British circulated reports that Soviets refused a temporary settlement plan. Critics say Churchill transmitted a plan that Poles felt should have been shared. Krentlin reiterates no understanding can be reached while anti Soviet elements are removed from the exiled government.
Allied headquarters report renewed night artillery and air combat around Cassino as Fifth Army fronts endure shelling. Rome cites heavy bombardment and rail facility strikes while Rome claims damage to a church and orphanage amid the raid.
Donors at Corry meet a quota of 310 blood donations over two days at the Buffalo mobile unit visit. Monday saw 176 donations, with 184 still needed. Tuesday brought 64 more, marking the largest two day total. Rejections were low despite weather, and 72 applied at the center.
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