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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1945
Page
1
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Russian spearheads outflanked Austrian defenses as Marshal Tol бу buhin’s tanks pushed into hillside country near the Austrian frontier threatening Vienna. Danzig reportedly fallen, Stalin expected to hail victory. Soviet forces claimed advance from Szombathely toward Vienna, with Ukrainians crossing into Austria and seizing villages in Burgenland.
Arthur Pitts, age unclear, son of Mr and Mrs Arthur Pitts of West Wayne street, was severely bitten on the left hip by a dog on William Yaratak’s farm on the road between Columbus and Clymes. A companion riding a wheel was also attacked. Pitts received medical care and preventive treatment while authorities chased the dog for observation. The dog was found at the farm house and tied up for observation with a plan to test for rabies if symptoms appeared.
In London from March 80, reports describe German attempts to suppress resistance as chaos mounts. Propaganda claims the regime will pit loyalists against dissenters while Allied observers warn of intensified crackdowns and threats to civilians amid a deteriorating war scene.
Washington March 30 The Labor Board acts to determine if a contract extension is possible as the present agreement expires at midnight tomorrow. The decision follows operators rejection of Secretary Perkins plan and aims at possible government control of the mines. John L. Lewis, head of United Mine Workers, supported Perkins proposal while operators argued costs would rise without increased output. Perkins certified the dispute to the War Labor Board, signaling a potential shift toward government action.
Washington reports mounting opposition to OPA pricing rules as cause of food shortages. Courts upheld some ceilings but said fresh beef packers cannot profit under subsidies, while processing packers with by products were deemed fair. Senate and House probes resume Monday amid industry pressure and government talks.
Treasury report shows receipts 21 574 10468 expenditures 103 108 76017 and net balance 15 192 113 568 47 with total debt 254 878 079 1809 508 008 87. The document outlines cash positions and outstanding obligations as of late March.
Tokyo broadcasts report emergency evacuation plans for Japanese cities while Allied bombers strike German North Sea ports Bremen Hamburg and Wilhelmshaven. British drive in Burma tightens the Irrawaddy pocket as troops claim progress near Mandalay. Singapore endures multiple RAF raids and the Allied air offensive continues against Axis targets. In Italy German artillery harasses the Fifth Army front near Bologna as defender activity remains cautious. Montgomery reports Allied officers and war correspondents captured, including AP's Gordon Anderson.
Major General Philip Hayes of the Third Service Command reported very few high school seniors and graduates in eligible age groups will report for Army Specialized Training Reserve Program exams set for April 12. The ASTRP offers six to twelve months of college education plus military training, aiding future service and postwar careers. Eligible youths born between September 30, 1927 and September 1, 1928 may take the qualifying test in the city. Successful May applicants may enlist in the Enlisted Reserve Corps for classes beginning later in summer.
Public schools enter Easter recess with reopening planned for next Monday. Teachers travel during break while others return home. Senior High hosts the Junior-Senior reception, banquet, and prom on April 5. St Edward's students resume classes Tuesday morning. In Harrisburg March 30 Harold A Strage of Strantor is expected to be named to succeed Commissioner Thomas Buchanan whose term ends April 1.
Allied forces report another day of sustained air operations around Okinawa with B-29 bombers delivering a new incendiary payload in the Tokyo raid. The British fleet supports the action with battleships, carriers, cruisers, and destroyers forming a large task force.
March 30 Guam report says a British task force joined the American naval assault on the Ryukyu islands and bombed coastal targets near Okinawa. Allied lines indicate American Superfortresses attacked Tokyo with incendiaries while British ships pressed operations alongside Admiral Spruance’s Fifth Fleet. Nimble announces Japanese countermeasures with night attacks. MacArthur forces extend raids toward Formosa as the war widens.
Philip McCray, 16, of Britton Road near Sparisbury, left home several days ago with only a small sum of money. Sparta police issued a description and asked for information on his whereabouts after his disappearance was reported by amit 12 Philljy McCray and family. The case remains unsolved with no local sightings.
The Pennsy evening passenger from the east, due about 8 40, did not reach until nearly midnight yesterday. Crews cleared debris from a six ton derailment between Johnsonburg and Wilcox. Initial reports said the train was held up about ten minutes east of Sovaton as wrecking crews worked to remove wreckage and restore passage.
Associated Press reports U S forces land on additional Philippine islands near Cebu City aiming to protect shipping routes and establish air and sea control. The operation includes seaplane activity and airfield assessments, with initial combat engagements and casualties on both sides.
An official notice from the Logan Armory in Pittsburgh announces Air Medal honors for Staff Sergeant Rowse of the Air Corps. The release mentions the achievement and thanks Mrs. Moe Butlers of Cory, Pa., in connection with the award ceremony.
The War Department telegram informs Mr and Mrs Walsh of Eagle Street that their son PFC William Walsh is missing in action with the Third Army in Europe. He graduated St Edward’s School and enlisted October 1942, training at Camp Barkley and other camps, overseas about two years ago. His family hopes he survives as a prisoner of war. another Walsh son serves with the Army Air Forces. Former Claudia Keener of this town is now in Colorado Springs.
Dutch underground operative Jacob Van Berkel claims a new Nazi device could be launched via rocket bomb and used against the United States. He says the weapon is extremely destructive and that Allied forces are racing to neutralize it before deployment. Prefers anonymity, working with the Netherlands Information Bureau.
Washington March 30 A House member briefing outlines a plan for a three bloc voting ratio in the world assembly. Bloom says the United States, United Kingdom, and allied nations could hold three votes while proposing six for Britain and others, sparking debate over sovereign equality versus bloc power. Senator Vandenberg warns against any plan that undermines national sovereignty in the world body.
London dispatch notes the Big Three may discuss actions to deal with dwindling German resistance. Government communications among Washington London and Moscow remained coded and tightly guarded as plans were considered.
First Army armor closes on Paderborn with fast advance toward Berlin. German losses mount as tanks and troops are encircled. Allied forces push toward Ruhr and key northern cities. Reports claim several German divisions surrender and air cover weakens. Continued advances along Westphalian plains threaten Hamburg and Bremen.
Republican committee members hold a meeting at City Chairman and Mrs Waters home on East Smith Street to decide a course of action for the upcoming municipal primary and fall election. Discussions cover council and school director candidates and the local mayoralty situation, with several members present.
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