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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1945
Page
1
Fragmentary item listing livestock terms and prices with unclear data. Mentions cows or sows and steers, shop locations, culls and clip figures, dollar values, and various abbreviations. Information is garbled and partially unreadable.
The United Nations at the San Francisco conference faced renewed controversy over control of commissions and committees as Molotov and US officials contested leadership. Russia pressed for delays on inviting Argentina, while Stettinius backed immediate action. The debate highlighted rivalries between the United States and the Soviet Union and questioned possible withdrawals.
The battered corpse of Benito Mussolini lies in a crude coffin at the Milan morgue awaiting disposition amid conflicting reports on Marshal Rodolfo Graziani’s fate as military authorities scramble to determine next steps.
AP dispatches report a rapid series of Allied advances and Italian and German setbacks across multiple theaters. Sweden denies new diplomatic messages to Allies. Italy’s Graziani is reportedly a POW. Dutch civilians receive meals via 400 Flying Fortresses as food drops attempt relief. Chifley notes Australian troops in Borneo. The Third Army nears Berchtesgaden and Munich as New Zealand troops push with Partisans toward Trieste.
Manila May 1 General Douglas MacArthur reports guerrilla capture of Talikud Island nine miles off Davao City. Twenty fourth Division under Maj Gen Roscoe Woodruff nears Davao City while fighting at light resistance in Baguio and La Trinidad.
Tokyo reports unconfirmed broadcast that Allied assault forces push into Borneo’s productive areas. Amphibious landings off Tarukan meet heavy fighting as naval bombardment shells targets along the northeastern coast. Channeling Southward drives against the Dutch East Indies, the campaign aims to broaden control in the region.
Announcement today states Aero Supply Co and I A M have signed the 1944 contract with Aero Lodge 108, International Association of Machinists. Final signing occurred yesterday ending weeks of negotiations over minor contract details at the Corry industry. The agreement covers working terms including pay, vacation, and general conditions, with harmonious talks and no serious disputes during negotiations.
Emerson Bartlett 26, son of Rev William B Bartlett, former Kane and Corry pastor, died in a Philippines plane crash after serving in Iceland and North Africa. Kane native and Kane High School 1935 graduate, outstanding athlete and National Honor Society member, attended American University before naval service. Body to be buried in the Bisilip pines, reports Navy officer state.
Tech Sgt John Camilla 21 Philadelphia convalescent overseas veteran died from burns and injuries after his automobile collided with a trolley car He was on a 21 day furlough from Valley General Hospital Phoenteville and had seen 18 months of combat with Serv 406
Premier Stalin, in steel grey uniform, stood atop Lenin's tomb in Kremlin Square as thousands roared approval. A vast display featured marching troops, guns, and military vehicles with aircraft overhead and a 1,201 piece band performing as diplomats observed the spectacle.
U S tanks of the 96th Infantry Division moved within 800 yards of Shuri the former capital on Okinawa as heavy shelling hit the area. Maj Gen James L Bradley reported 1500 Japanese killed in 72 hours while Gen George W Griner's 27th Infantry captured Machinato Airfield but faced Japanese cave resistance. Allied forces gained several airstrips including Katena Yontan Ie and Te islands with Vonabart airfield appearing close to capture.
The Board of Paucation at a special meeting formally accepted athletic director Jack Tingant resignation as he takes a position in Louisville. No successor was elected. the matter was informally discussed during the long committee meeting preceding the board session.
Washington May 1 A onefront airplane production schedule drafted by the army Air Forces may reduce monthly output by as many as 2000 planes by year end. About 7100 craft are now produced or used each month. Harrisburg May 1 6 Harold Wagner becomes State Auditor General today at a ceremony in the hall of the House of Representatives. He will be sworn in by Governor Martin.
About 130000 Allied prisoners including 37 officers freed around Moosburg in a swift liberation by the U S 14th Armored Division on May 1. Half the Americans were Air Force officers and most survivors were in good condition due to nearby Red Cross aid from Switzerland and the presence of senior officers among the captives.
The case against Alstarty for forcible robbery was not fully presented as Ted Dey the Boston House proprietor and alleged victim walked out and refused to testify. Dey later agreed to appear before the grand jury to recount the incident claiming Marly seized $130 after a 2 craps game at Brewer establishment on Web Street. John Howlett reportedly testified yesterday. Other indictments, including Harold Crayford for malicious mischief at the European Hotel and John M. Brown for drunken driving, were noted but no indictments had yet been returned by the grand jury as of the morning session.
The acton by employees of the Pennsylvania Electric Company seeking authority from the National Labor Relations Board for a strike vote appears aimed at the War Labor Board rather than management. Local 521 delegates from Corry, Erie, Philipsburg, Johnstown and others met to protest wage equalization delays. Treasury report notes April receipts and expenditures with net balance and total debt figures.
Churchill signals a possible Europe peace announcement within days while stressing no special war position update. He warns a cease fire could trigger minimal staff reductions as Allied forces push toward Munich and the Alps. Bernadotte returns to Stockholm amid unclear Himmler talks. Sweden reports Germans moving from Copenhagen.
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