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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1943
Page
1
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Corry Evening Journal reports Allied plans for major Pacific offensives. Despite heavy fighting at Attu, U S forces are described as poised to lead a broad campaign toward Tokyo. Navy Secretary Knox and top commanders warn the move requires ample ships and troops, with MacArthur and Halsey coordinating in Australia and the Pacific.
A split between House and Senate tax bills seems likely over abatement of 85 percent of a year’s income taxes. Senate action would wipe out annual liabilities for most, while the House plan would cancel only the 6 percent normal and 13 percent first bracket surtax. July 1 withholding appears probable as talks begin on a compromise.
Washington reports a broad embargo moving almost all workers into or out of Middle Atlantic towns and the capital to take jobs with limited employers. Essential Virginia North Carolina and District of Columbia workers remain with present bosses unless given permits to switch jobs.
Principal Howard J. Sheen announces that class of 1943 will begin final activities with a Baccalaureate service on Sunday and commencement exercises on Wednesday. The union service features Corty High Orchestra, hymns, scripture by Rev Telman, solos by Mary Jean Sullivan, and sermons by Rev Hildebrand and Rev Galbreath. Alumni reunion set for June 3.
A German radio broadcast cited by the Associated Press quotes former War Minister General Sado Arnict claiming setbacks at Attu Island and at home would strengthen Japanese resolve. The report notes no direct Japanese preconditioning or certainty of victory was stated.
Washington May 15 The next move in the coal crisis centers on John L Lewis as operators memorialize to the War Labor Board to resume bargaining and keep production of war fuel going The UMW chief withheld immediate comment on the WLB interim directive leaving open whether a 15 day wage dispute extension or a new strike would occur The board order may fit Lewis as he urged renewed collective bargaining and operators sought board certification A key proposal would give miners a guaranteed six day week with overtime after 35 hours and a government pledge to back the coal market
From Algeciras a dispatch says eight German and two Italian generals including Go Gen. Jurgen Von Arnis arrive at Gibraltar last night en route to Great Britain as prisoners. Pope Pius XII voices peace aim but rejects peace at any price and demands freedom and religion for all. Gen. Henri Giraud deposes Tunis Bey Sidi Mohammed Al Mounsat as security risk. successor unnamed.
Controversy grows over Coroner Stroble's residency and pay as Deputy Coroner St. George dies. County officials weigh legality of Stroble’s salary while he avoids residence and duties, with calls for resignation and a possible vacancy filled by St. George’s nephew Tunry. Taxpayers fear continued payroll for unperformed duties.
Corry expects its new Buffeto Fire Appliance pumper to arrive May 19 after a year of delays. City officials say the vehicle will meet original specs, with placement decisions for First or Second Ward stations pending Jedlston Hose Company input. The Second Ward site has been debated as a possible home for the apparatus.
London May 15 American bombers conducted a four way attack described as the heaviest effort of the war, with more than 1,000 miles of round trip flight. They hit the former General Motors plant in Antwerp and a large German airfield at Courtrai, while medium bombers targeted Velzen near Haarlem. RAF raids across Europe dumped about 5,000 tons of explosives in 44 hours, with additional heavy attacks on Berlin and the Ruhr. American losses reported as 11 bombers and two fighters.
Memorial Day programs set for Sunday afternoon May 30 in WV with a parade forming at 2 30 and a dedication of the Honor Roll at City Park. Walter H Seal chairs the local civilian defense force committee assisting on arrangements with divisions for parade, decoration, graves, and music. A follow up meeting is scheduled for Friday to finalize the day’s events.
London reports that since the war began to date one hundred nine Axis generals have been captured by the Allies excluding Russia. Notable captures include Gen. Riker Von Thoma Africa Corps commander and Col. Gen. Jurgen Von Arnim who followed Rommel as Axis commander in chief in Tunisia. Nineteen German generals are listed among the captures with ninety talish generals also taken though some died in captivity including the Duke of Aosta in Ethiopia.
Phoenixville Pa May 15 Associated Press wounded American soldiers describe Nazi bombers staffed by girl gunners. Sgt Victor R Woodard of Seymour Ind recalls a blonde gunner they faced while recovering at Valley Forge General Hospital after Tunisia battles. Other veterans echo the sentiment of brave Germans being targeted by Allied fire and tanks. Tech John T Chandler Detroit notes Allied timing issues, while Pvt Julius Hrinko Philadelphia recounts capturing four Italians single handed.
Fuehrer may be attempting a counter offensive in the siege of Leningrad while Churchill predicts great days for the Allies. Attu attack could force Japan to divert strength from other Pacific zones.
Allied dispatches describe a broader air and sea phase as American forces press the Aleutians offensive and Germans face intensified pressure from Attu to Sicily. Analysts forecast new Allied offensives as Attu serves as a springboard toward Japan while Soviet troops repel German attempts around Leningrad and push toward a decisive front. The war scene remains one of nerve and shifting thrusts with the outcome uncertain as fronts widen.
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