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17 Nov 1943
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1943
Page
1
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Allied air forces blasted two Nazi airfields near Marseille while other bomber fleets hit targets in Greece and Yugoslavia. Medium bombers attacked Eleusis near Athens and Sibenik harbor, fighter bombers struck vessels near Ancona and Grottammare as Malian and Italian fronts showed limited gains.
Associated Press reports a five member Senate sub-committee was organized in Washington to investigate the current liquor situation. Senator Kilgore called distribution and sale of whisky a racketeering phase, while Senator Thomas warned the issue could spark another national prohibition effort.
British admit Leros captured as German forces seize the island in the Dodecanese. Allied statements note heavy air bombardment and German control of sea lanes around Leros, Lakki Bay, and Alinda as day-long fighting and reinforcements continue.
Atlantic City reports UNRRA plans to transfer supplies to whichever government controls territory as relief teams finalize estimates for country contributions. Proposed 1 percent of national income would fund operations with totals from United States 1.5 billion and United Kingdom 420 million, plus Canada Australia New Zealand South Africa and others funding the rest. The Netherlands and potential leadership shifts loom as France and Yugoslavia face internal instability.
Tokyo radio reported today that Japanese planes sank an aircraft carrier two medium carriers three cruisers and a large warship in a dawn attack south of Bougainville. The claim mirrors other Japanese reports of heavy U S losses, which American authorities call gross exaggerations. The broadcast also said Japan lost five planes in the battle of Bougainville.
Miss Marilynn Haight, daughter of Mr and Mrs Olen Haight and a Senior High student, suffered an eye injury in a snowball incident this week. Another student, Miss Heigl, was struck in the face Tuesday and is receiving treatment in Erie.
Bulletin from Lt General Stilwell's headquarters reports U S air force bombed shipping and the Kowloon dock area in Hongkong Monday night with many hits. In Slovenia partisan communique says guerrilla forces countered a German drive begun October 12. Reuters Zurich says Bulgarian Foreign Minister Shishfuioy flew to Budapest to discuss joint action with Hungary.
Washington dispatch reports rivals of the food subsidy program admitting losses in the House yet planning to muster votes to sustain a veto. A two day general debate opens on a bill to extend the Community Credit Corporation and to outlaw Tonstiner subsidies, amid a battle between consumer and producer groups. Republicans and many farm-state Democrats push to let farm prices rise, while admin supporters fear higher food costs will lift wages and strain the hold-the-line program. Price Administrator Chester Bowles warns abolition would raise all food costs and pressure wages.
A United States war report notes mounting damage to Japanese ships and planes at Rabaul in the South Pacific. A spokesman says the Japanese have suffered enough losses to prompt serious consideration of abandoning the base as too far to defend, following reports of 17 enemy planes destroyed in six days and halting surface units.
The Southwest Pacific chief of naval operations says available men and equipment are insufficient for a large scale offensive against Japan. Col. Le Grande Diller reports less than 10 percent of American resources, excluding air power, are in the area. He notes ships, supplies, and reinforcements are severely limited as Allied bombing and naval actions persist around Rabaul and New Britain.
Corry clubs may sell liquor on premises but rules require by law to include all social members and auxiliaries as part of club organization. State Liquor Board officials noted that sales must comply with by laws and member definitions, affecting women’s auxiliaries and regular members.
City council discussed the 1944 budget and curfew policy as members urged cautious handling. A unanimous decision kept the curfew program intact, and permits will be reviewed only in special cases to avoid discrimination. The finance director outlined budget steps with a preliminary meeting set for November 20 and formal action planned for December 1, with the 1944 tax rate to be decided.
The report describes Vinson seeking Martin’s support for a milk price or supply increase in a Washington context. Governor Marti Gt Pestaghinny is mentioned, with references to a November 10 telegraph and potential hearings. The text is garbled but implies official action and response related to dairy stabilization and political maneuvering in New York and nearby states.
City officials proceed to repeal the municipality's bicycle ordinance retaining key traffic provisions. A new draft will simplify local code, preserve registration options, penalties, and confiscation for violations while dropping ineffective juvenile court provisions and outdated rules. Councilman Kinley proposed the plan at a meeting amid discussion on enforcement and licensing.
The Corey Chapter directors voted to set up a central office to coordinate Red Cross work. Mrs Mildred Allred begins work today as executive assistant, with daily operations starting this afternoon and a full secretarial program planned in Alexandrian later.
State police hold local man Robert Higley at Meadville jail on an open charge from Corry, with investigation centered in a nearby county. Morning reports say authorities connected with his arrest are under watch and further developments are expected in coming days.
Secretary of Agriculture Wickard warned the National Grange convention that postwar farm land values could surge, urging measures to stabilize prices and credit. He called for long term policies to prevent land speculation and to keep farming viable amid anticipated demand.
Reports from Philadelphia Baltimore and Harrisburg detail air raid drill signals with blue alert and all clear times. State Defense Council in Maryland notes missed blue signal while Virginia reports no issue. Treasury update records receipts of 115.3 million and total debt rise of 29.0 million as of November 15.
Reports from Moscow say Red Army forces closed in on Gomel, storming a key German base east of the Dnieper as heavy fighting and weather slow the drive westward toward Rechitsa. German counterattacks and harsh winter conditions hinder both sides, with further pushes reported near Zhitomir and along the Smolensk axis.
Stores begin early Christmas displays as wartime shipping and labor shifts push earlier stock arrivals. Corry shops showcase window displays amid a nation wide move to start stores’ holiday season at least a week sooner than usual to meet anticipated demand.
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