Big Three expected to meet soon after V E Day
Truman Churchill and Stalin may convene in Europe to finish postwar planning. Diplomats anticipate a joint summit to settle urgent issues, restore civil order, and advance a permanent peace framework under United Nations oversight.
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Dumbarton Oaks
United States
Death of Dr M R Amy Shocks Meadville Community
Dr M R Amy a well known local leader and WWI veteran died suddenly of a heart attack in Meadville near Spencer Hospital just before noon today. He was visiting with wife and Mrs Wave Sisson when the attack occurred. ambulance escorted Mrs Amy home. He leaves wife a daughter Mrs Alfred Morrison two sons Col Roger Amy and Ray, and a sister Mrs Charles Huberts. A complete notice will be published later.
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Spencer Hospital
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Bracken-Keating
Amy Seaves
Alfred Morrison
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Roger Amy
Western Front
Ray
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Melvin Amy
Charles Huberts
Archie W. ‘Thompson
Restrant
Delay Action On Closing Of Spring Street
City Council considered closing Spring Street between West Pleasant and West South and annexing Mab property to the west of the Sentoy High building. Solicitor says action should wait for clear rights-of-way releases from utilities. Gas company poses potential issues but sewer line depth may avoid problems. action likely soon.
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Pennsylvania
Gas Company
Williams
Spring Street
Wey
City Plans May 16 17 Clean Up Days
Councilman George Besson says Streets Department ready to lead annual Clean-Up Day work in the city. Mayor Hepley announces two day effort May 16 and 17 with all residents urged to place debris at curb by May 15 and city trucks to haul material. Public cooperation is requested to cover the entire city.
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George Besson
Frank Hepley
Court decision may delay mine agreement
Wilkes Barre Pa May 6 The United States Supreme Court ruling affecting bituminous miners is seen as a hurdle to a new hard coal agreement in the anthracite belt. Five justices held travel time should be paid by actual underground travel time rather than an average, despite new Wave contract terms. Operators and union spokesmen expect continued idleness as United Mine Workers and operators press meetings in New York to reassess the travel time pay issue and form new proposals in line with the decision.
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United Mine Worker
New York
Supreme Court
Truman Proclaims Solemn But Glorious Hour of Victory
President Truman declares complete victory in Europe and reads a formal proclamation on his 62nd birthday. He calls for a national day of prayer on Mother’s Day and warns that fighting ends only with unconditional Japanese surrender. He notes heavy casualties and urges Americans to remain steadfast until total victory is achieved.
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White House
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Germany
United Nations
Europe
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Leopold's Uncertain Future After Nazi Imprisonment
London May 8 Liberated by American report after four five years of Nazi imprisonment King Leopold III of Belgium today faced an uncertain future. The 13 year old monarch and his commoner wife rescued by U S Seventh Army doughboys overpowered SS guards at Strobl Austria as Belgians resent his surrender to the Nazis and question his failure to meet the Allies sooner.
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Strobl
Eighties East
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Austria
Leopold
Netherlands
Belgie
Street Oiling Service Encounters Difficulties in Wartime Talks
Reported stalemate as allied and Soviet leaders struggle to reach accord on ceasefire and postwar terms. Churchill confirms signing of surrender conditions while Doenitz appeals to German forces for full compliance amid tense negotiations.
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Doenitz
Nazis Yield Fully in Czechoslovakia and Norway
Allies announce unconditional surrender of Germany as heads of state declare a solemn but glorious hour. Truman and Churchill pledge victory and a day of thanks while Moscow radio remains silent. Doenitz confirms surrender on May 6-7 fronts and vows to stay in post to serve Germany. occupation authorities take control as war ends.
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London
Germany
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Washington
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Oder
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de Ghult
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Reich
V E Services at Methodist Church Tonight
Corry churches unite for a joint V-E Day service at First Methodist Church at eight tonight. Corry Ministerial Association prepared plans, with Rev H Ray Harels leading worship and Rev Wilmer Belfer offering scripture and prayers. Special music arranged by Rev P A Galbreath, with addresses and a closing benediction by Rev R Merriman and Rev Francis G Whiteman.
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Corry
First Methodist
Abraham Lincoln
Francis G. Whiteman
Merriman
Ty Boyd
Routine council meets as oiling of streets discussed
City Council's first May session, led by Mayor Hepler, approved minor transfers and routine bills while addressing oiling problems on unpaged streets. Treasurer's report showed April receipts of 22 21488 dollars with 20 000 from 1945 city tax payments, disbursements of 16 363.70, and a May 1 general fund balance of 303 969.91. Parking meters yielded 729 dollars, police cases added 37 dollars, and engineer Williams noted many permits for per mile work, new construction, and repairs. A permit was approved for a cement or brick addition to the Van Vleet garage on West Schitt Street. The Streets Department reported gasoline use of 836 percent gallons for the month, with possible pump discrepancies. Communications included drainage requests on Grace Street.
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Hepler
Williams
Fa Met van Vleet
West Schitt Street
Milo J. Martin
Streets Department
Vad
Wakely
Grace Street
Sungestigns
Keep On Working Theme Shaped City Observances
After Germany's surrender announced by President Truman, the city kept working with no siren. State liquor stores closed late while other licensed venues stayed open at noon. VE Day mood lingered. schools dismissed early and a union service was held at First Methodist Church. Aero Victory Band planned a concert at City Park after services at nine.
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Truman
Martin
White House
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Coupell
Enyity Accort
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Corry Industries
First Methodist Church
Aero Victory Band
City Fark
World Wide Scoop Details German Surrender Story
Associated Press chief Edward Kennedy reported the unconditional German surrender signed by Allied and German representatives at Eisenhower’s HQ in Reims and Helms, with confirmation from Paris to London, detailing the final terms and signing chronology. Kennedy dictated ten takes of the story from Paris and London reports.
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Associated Press
Germany
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Wart Kennedy
Western Front
Reims
France
Paris
Kati Doenits
Kennedy
London
Lewis Hawkins
Churchill Says German Surrender Will Be Ratified in Berlin
London dated May reports Prime Minister Churchill declaring Germany’s unconditional surrender will be ratified at Berlin after confirmation at Eisenhower’s headquarters in Reims. He notes the capitulation occurred at 2:41 p.m. Monday and will be confirmed by Berlin officials, while warning of continued Allied operations against Japan and urging perseverance for future peace.
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Berlin
Associated Press
London
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Germany
Edward Kennedy
Associated Prusy
Eisenhower
Reims
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Tedcer
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Rajole
Japan
Albner
Chirehill
Alexon
Veterans of Foreign Wars to fund city park memorial
Archie W. Thompson Post plans a 12 000 to 15 000 stone band shell and speaker’s rostrum for City Park as a WWI memorial. Bronze tablets will bear names of servicemen and women. VFW seeks city approval and fundraising, with Mills Brothers Circus permit sought for May 1 at East Main arena to kick off contributions.
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Archie W. Thompson Post
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Ghelus
Teli
Mills Brothers Circus
East Main
V. FP. W
Scott
Veterans' Organization
Counci
Hepler
Brown-Out Ended as War Production Board Lifts Civil Restrictions
The War Production Board revoked its order against unnecessary civilian activity after President Truman proclaimed victory in Europe. The move ends the so called mobilization restrictions from last winter, with curfew and horse racing bans expected to end soon though no formal date set.
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Associated Press
Washington
War Production Board
Trummy
Europe
Communist War Updates Hit Global Headlines
May reports from London announce Stalin’s order bragging the capture of the major Czechoslovak rail hub Olmitet2, while Pennsylvania Governor Martin signs the Branner pollution bill after four months of contention. Guam and Kyushu are cited in air raid developments as bombers strike targets. General Risen warns of possible action against news agencies for agency-wide coverage.
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Associated Press
London
Marshal Stalin
Tarriswurg
May
Marlin
Pennsylvania
Martin
Yanks Gain on South Okinawa Amid Heavy Fighting
Allied forces push forward on Okinawa with flame tanks and infantry ascents toward Shuri, as Nimitz reports Allied losses at 2,837 killed and 11,482 wounded through the prior Thursday. The 7th Infantry, 1st Marine, and 96th Division advance along coasts and inland routes, facing strong machine gun resistance near Gaja village.
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Chester W. Nimitz
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Jand
Okinawa
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Dakeshi Villsee
Gaja Villsze
Legislature Adjourns in Harrisburg and Hints at November Session
May 8 1845 Pennsylvania General Assembly members left Harrisburg predicting a late year return to tackle postwar issues after peace in Europe. GOP leader Franklin H Lichtenwalter called the session memorable and said measures benefited Pennsylvanians while an unnamed 3.0P lawmaker anticipated a November or December special session. Meanwhile Denmark reports nearly 300000 German troops beginning homeward journey along the Danube corridor in a long retreat.
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General Assembly
Europe
Gop
Franklin H. Lichtenwalter
Lehigh
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V.F.W. Planning Fine Memorial For City Park
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