03 May 1944
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1944
Page
1
A brief report notes a burner incident in the area drawing attention from residents and authorities. No injuries reported, with investigators assessing cause and security measures at the scene. Local officials urge calm while continuing to monitor developments.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a named person and a project, with unclear context and several garbled terms. The readable bits suggest a local notice or brief about a phone or building matter involving a person or group. Further clarification needed for precise details.
The Office of Price Administration announced a shift to free meat rations except for beefsteaks and roasts starting at midnight. All other meats, plus varied products, lose red point requirements as storage space is crowded and demand wanes. Red stamp validity extends to four weeks.
The Pennsylvania House approved the soldier vote program by a 201 to 0 margin in a unanimous vote. The bills move to the Senate for possible Friday action, as an amendment to give the General Assembly six terms of aitit?ion deposits in the constitution was discussed.
In Washington and Chicago lawmakers push for investigations into the government seizure of Montgomery Ward and Co holdings. A Senate judiciary subcommittee led by Sen McCarran will hear Biddle and Avery as witnesses, while the House contemplates a seven member concurrent committee. A CIO Local 20 spokesman denounces the NLRB election at Ward as a dirty deal amid ongoing labor tensions.
Washington May 3 Chairman Doughton of the Ways and Means Committee urged House unanimous approval of a measure to simplify income tax laws for about 50 million taxpayers. The plan aims to relieve 20 million from filing extra returns by adjusting withholding and to simplify filings for 29 million who must still file.
Allied forces report heavy air and sea actions in the Pacific. Carrier based planes claim destruction of 60 Japanese aircraft and damage to ships off the Caroline Islands and New Guinea theater. MacArthur lists additional Japanese losses as offensives continue.
The Associated Press reports a major Allied air offensive in the South Pacific destroying 232 enemy planes in about a week. Carrier based planes blasted Truk Atoll and nearby bases with 800 ton strikes, sinking ships and destroying 60 parked planes. Sixty six Japanese aircraft fell on Sunday and Monday, with additional raids in Holanda and Satawant Porape. No warships were damaged, but 20 fliers were missing. Allied HQ claims 1727 coastal vessels sunk and 3548 small craft damaged since 1942.
Madge Daugherthy of Russell, Warren County, found guilty in a preliminary hearing for operating a remodeled car for work shifts without a PUC certificate. Her attorney announced plans to appeal, with Warren County Court likely to hear the case.
The administration bid strong in Florida senatorial primaries as Governor Dewey gained convention support. Senator Lister Hill and Senator Claude Pepper faced renomination battles. South Dakota saw Gurney win renomination despite New Deal criticisms. Florida runoffs loomed for Pepper with several opponents in a crowded field.
Chairman E. T. Cherry of the Red Cross Blood Donor Committee appeals for eighty additional pledges as Buffalo Plasma Unit visits Corry next week. Donors reported for the mobile plasma unit are urged to respond promptly.
Corry Chapter announces seven new members join the local Gallon Club as preparations begin for a two day blood donation session next week. Volunteers from Spartansburg Wattsburo Sprig Creek and nearby towns pledge to help at Emmanuel Church basement with 310 pints expected and calls for more volunteers via 35-694 or North Center street offices.
Late Night Show for Aero Minstrels Charles Rich announced that arrangements are set for a second Aero Minstrel Show at the Rex theatre Saturday night. The extra performance starts at 10:20 PM with the full program repeated. ticket holders can exchange tickets for the later show.
Harrisburg May 3 Governor Martin announced a proposal to make July Fourth a Military Ballot Day for a statewide canvass to enroll potential soldier voters amid plans for the voting of ballots. No final decision has been reached. The governor said he wants Military Ballot Day to be a great patriotic day.
Washington reports Costello outlines that about 1.1 million men under 26 are deferred for farm and industry work, with 1.0 million eligible for induction on April 1. He says up to 400 000 needed to reach Navy quota and rest as Army and Navy replacements, stressing few fathers over 26 will be drafted this year.
United States Senator Claude Pepper extended his lead over four opponents in Florida's Democratic primary as late returns came in. The article notes he might win without a runoff and mentions parallel World War II updates including Allied air strikes and battles in Europe and Asia.
Corry man Harry E. Spicer died this noon after a period of illness at Aspinwall Veterans Hospital. A fuller obituary with funeral arrangements will be published Thursday.
Report says several U.S. bomber crewmen were grounded and likely to face court martial after allegedly talking too openly about the planned Berlin raid. Names withheld, conversation overheard at a location where sensitive details could reach unauthorized listeners.
Flood warnings spread as rivers including the Neches in East Texas and Osage in Missouri surge. The Mississippi flood abated in some areas while widespread damage looms from heavy rains and winds. Authorities report eight dead and 38 injured across the region with significant livestock losses possible in Missouri. The Red Cross notes fewer flood claims due to early evacuations and prep.
Corry's Service Group mobilizes veterans aid with a central War Activities Committee chaired by Willer Scart. The Red Cross has a core office on Worth Center Street and will coordinate applications for mustering out pay and education opportunities while J. Fred Kleley leads employment support.
A group of five men from Union City draft board headquarters were sent to Erie for naval service. The travelers include Jack Kempel Glenn Bevis Harold Sheffer Percy Myles and Wid Garl LeSner. Miles joined delegation in Union City and may have gone directly to Erie for training. They were bound for a Great Lakes base or Simpson New York station.
Harrisburg May 3 Opposed by the Democratic minority the Senate rejected confirmation of most of Governor Martins parole board nominees Henry Hill Camp Hill Theodore A Reiher West View The party leaders said lack of support would block the nominees until adjournment while Machins other appointments were confirmed with few exceptions The action follows a failed 1943 effort to overhaul the parole system and leaves reappointment possible after adjournment
German reports indicate heavy Allied troop movements in the Mediterranean as Berlin weighs a major assault timed with actions on the West Wall. The push signals intensified planning for a coordinated invasion in the south.
The report claims large Allied air and troop movements in the Mediterranean and southern Italy align with a Western invasion led by Eisenhower. Bombing targeted Genoa Spezia Livorno Florence Parma and other hubs. German and Soviet reports vary on hits with railways, ports, and air bases described as heavily damaged.
Police seek Richard B. Greene of 228 East Main Street after he fled from military police while stopped en route from Camp B… in Texas on furlough. Greene reported illness and obtained an extension to travel without guards, which expired before he reported back to his camp. He is listed AWOL and is being sought by police and military authorities across several states.
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