23 Mar 1944
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1944
Page
1
Fragmented text lists names, dates, and items across a dated ledger page. It mentions individuals, locations, numbers, and brief references to trades or notices, with many unclear fragments and partial entries. The legible portions hint at a historical financial or directory record with scattered names and figures.
World War II dispatches from Moscow and Berlin describe heavy fighting as German forces tighten control over Southeast Europe. Soviet troops assault Nikolaev near the Black Sea while German and Romanian units defend positions around Kovel and Pripet border areas as new offensives unfold.
The first officer to arrive at the Lonergan apartment testified about guiding Capt. Peter Elser to the master bedroom where Mrs. Lonergan lay dead. He said he stood guard until detectives and medics arrived, and noted the scene after reporting a dinner engagement.
Japanese columns push toward Imphal as Allied HQ reports an enemy force driving 8 miles up the Manipura River Valley. The advance comes from the south and east, with 80 miles remaining to reach Imphal on the west side of Loytile and south of the city amid coastal war reports.
Allied forces in Cassino held positions against German attacks as New Zealand troops fought in close quarters near the southern part of Cassino. Allied artillery knocked out a German tank emplacement, 130 prisoners were taken, and RAF and Wellington bombers dropped 4 000 pound loads on the Padus railroad yards in one of Italy's fiercest strikes to date.
A fire of unknown origin swept through a Lie Lakeside dormitory at Polk State School last night around 9. George Kerekar, 24, of McKeesport, died in his room as firefighters battled the flames for about 40 minutes. Dr. P. B. Cunningham, county coroner, said residents retired around 8 and smoke was seen along the second-floor corridor. Damage estimates were not available though much was due to smoke staining water. Residents recalled flames visible from Polkborough as the fire was brought under control.
Rumors report airborne troops seizing Bulgaria's communication systems while Romania is promised Transylvania for full collaboration with a German puppet regime in Hungary. The article notes tense rumors amid wartime confusion and shifts in national control.
AP reports Hitler tightens grip on southeastern Europe by installing a puppet regime in Hungary. Budapest forms a pro Nazi government with Sztojay as premier and Edmund Veekseimayer named minister and trustee of the greater German Reich. Antal Allen Reviczky in Stockholm refuses to acknowledge the regime.
Monessen Pa March 23 an early morning blaze destroyed two one story brick buildings and nine buses plus merchandise. Loss estimated at $75 000. Fire started from sparks from a battery igniting a gas tank near Sen Eva street. Recurrent gas tank explosions hindered property removal. Four fuses were removed early in the fire.
The House foreign affairs committee voted to give Congress a say in jet lease settlements. An explosion at Ania beachhead hospital area killed five soldiers and wounded others. Cody Unit investigates deaths in a Paris suburb villa linked to alleged partisan activity. Churchill to address the nation Sunday in his first broadcast since illness. Calais ablaze with a smoky glow after air attacks and Liberator strikes. War Production Board and services hold line on snow under 26 for industrial deferments, prioritizing invasion weapon needs.
Strong fleets of heavy American bombers struck three Nazi airbases in northwest Germany and hit Brunswick in the Reich center. The daylight raid followed an industrial Frankfurt assault as fleets of B-17s and B-24s pounded targets, with RAF support and heavy bomb tonnage reported, marking a major Allied air offensive over western Germany.
Five year old Tommy Foote son of Mr and Mrs Allen Foote of 2031 Fairview street was bitten on the hand last evening by a dog owned by Mrs Leroy White of 422 Second Avenue. The dog kept tied on the rear porch was taken to Dr P F Bennett for observation. The bite broke the skin and the subject was placed under medical care as city officials plan quarantine action at the next council meeting.
Treasury report from Washington dated March 21 shows expenditures totaling 446,450,623.78 and a net balance of 1,659,096,985.92. Total debt stands at 186,034,010,293.63 with a decrease of 10,879,254.21 from the previous day and gold assets of 21,500,000,032.62.
A large list of men around Union City and surrounding towns was published detailing those called for pre-induction medical examinations on April 5. The notices issued by the local draft board at Winton City include many names and affiliations with references to multiple nearby places such as Union City Erle Lock Haven and Edinboro. The process follows new regulations and results of the examinations will determine acceptance or rejection for service.
Fragmented report claims Hitler aims to kidnap Romanian leaders with Antonescu possibly ousted. Widespread speculation ties German suspicions to peace overtures with the Soviet, while Allied broadcasts and Romanian figures murmur about shifts in influence and possible German moves in the Balkans.
A damaged dispatch reports the Corry Red Cross fund showing slight gains but requiring far more. Donations from Corry teachers and individuals total a few hundred dollars, with leaders optimistic yet cautious about reaching the target by Army Day. President Roosevelt urged civilian sacrifice to sustain arms production.
The State Sanitary Water Board urges taxpayers to cover sewage and industrial waste costs amid pressure on Kor Ake disposal plant. Harrisburg dispatch notes opposition to the program and mentions proposed charges for water supplies, telephony, and other services. The board plans a public hearing next month.
Harrisburg dispatch reports the administration plans an extra session likely May 1 to address voting by Pennsylvanians in the armed forces. Governor Martin indicated a decision may be reached after informal committee discussions.
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