Nazi withdrawal begins in Crimea as forces retreat
Associated Press reports German armies in the Crimean peninsula began a mass withdrawal via the Perekop land bridge to escape the advancing Red Army. Soviet momentum increases as another Red Army column nears Krivol Rog, a rail hub crucial to the south Russian iron industry, within about 35 miles of the German stronghold. Over 1,400 Nazis killed.
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Associated Press
London
Crimea
Perekop
Moscow
Red Army
Dnieper
Krivol Rog
Hospital Board Approves Wage Increase and Revisions
Corry hospital directors reported 1297 days of service in September with 44 births, 19 major operations and 56 minor surgeries. They accepted Willki Lombard’s resignation, named Arthur J. Scheppner to succeed him, and elected D. Armour Ailstrom as second vice president. Salaries and wages for employees were approved to take effect October 16 and the board studied adding improvements to postwar hospital development. Possible rate increases for charges were discussed for future action. Regular equipment inspections were authorized to keep property in top condition, and the association and Golden Rule Club were enrolled. Members present included Histon, Posie, Hawkins, Hillstrom, Irvine, Nast, Smith, and Young.
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Corry Hospital
Nichols
Willki Lombard
Arthur J. Scheppner
D. Armour Ailstrom
Associa Hon
Golden Rule Club
SB. Histon
Ralph Posie
E. ©. Hawkins
D. Armour Hillstrom
Sam Irvine
Sir Dudley Pound Dies In London At 56
Admiralty figure Sir Dudley Pound, first British admiral of the fleet, dies in London at age 56. He led Britain through critical war years and helped shape the naval course, with his tenure spanning until October 4. He is succeeded by Admiral Sir Andrew Browne Gunn (Gunnim).
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Dudley Pound
London
Assochated
Lindley Pound
Tonnon
Dudley
Britain
Andrew Browne Gunniiham
Mediterranean
Corry Bonding Limit In Postwar Discussion
Postwar bond capacity for Corry outlines a $96,000 issue without a city vote based on a $4.8 million valuation. With current bonds at $849,000, funds could back postwar sewer and disposal plant projects, yet opposition fears higher debt and tax burdens loom. A special election or federal aid may be needed for large borrowings.
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Livengood
British gain high ground in new advance
Allied dispatch from Algiers reports Fifth Army gains north of the Volturno as Lt Gen Clark probes German positions along Massico Ridge. Eighth Army under Montgomery storms woods near Vineglatro, seizes Buss mountain village, and advances toward Campobasso. American B 35s and P 38s target Nis to hinder guerrilla support to the Germans. Reports note strategic Isernia to Verafrro route and risks to German flank protection as operations continue.
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Associated Press
Algiers
Fifth Army
Volturnes
Massico Ridge
Mark W Clark
Eighth Army
Bernard L. Montgomery
Vineblatruo
Buss Mountain
Campgbusco
Une
Ornthic
Worthwest Africa Iorees
Nis
Yugoslavia
Belgrade
Sofia
Orient Express
Campohasso
Montgomery
Vinchiaturo
Isernis
Italy
Isernia
Veriafro
Palyols
Adriane
Tetnolt
Germany
Volturno
Navy unveils four-protective battle dress with lifeboat
At the Association of Military Surgeons meeting in Philadelphia on October 21, a new Navy battle dress was shown. It offers protection against fragments, splinters, burns, drowning, and blast injuries from underwater explosions. The suit weighs three pounds twelve ounces, is made of green poplin, and covers the wearer from head to toe save for the face and hands. It includes a padded chest area like a baseball protector and uses kapok stuffing to cushion, float, and shield vital parts.
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Assoviaveneres Phidadelphta
Association of Military Surgeons of the
United States
Coroner Testimony Shapes Oakes Murder Trial in Bahamas
Nassau Bahamas October 21 Coroner L W Pittman testified in detail on the fourth day of Alfred De Marigny murder trial recounting wounds and burns that killed Sir Harry Oakes last July. The witness spoke without notes as Christie’s testimony was revisited about reviving the baronet and a photo was shown of his battered body as the trial opened for defense cross examination.
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Associated Press
Nassau
Bahamas
L. W. Pittman
Bahamas Supreme Court Iuey
Harry Oakes
Alfred de Marigny
Pitumaurive
de Marigny
Sir Haig
Nanney
Guiffrey Higes
HA Quickenbusty
Harold G. Christie
Oakes’ Estate
Christié
Oakess Higgs
Quickenbush
Conference on Western Front topic dominates four hour session
The wartime Big Three meet in Moscow with Hull Harriman Deane Eden Molotov Golikov Litvinov present. Discussions hint at possible land operations in Western Europe while officials stress cooperation remains essential amid a cordial, controlled atmosphere.
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Associated Press
Moscow
Tri-Particte Conference
Europe
Aldes
Che
U.S
Jom B. Deane
Hastings Ismay
Wiliter
Filip I. Golikov
Kharkov
U. S
United States
Russia
Great Britain
Cordell Hull
W. Averell
Industries to Join Employes in War Fund Campaign
A city wide conference led to an active war fund drive by Cory Industries and other plants. Employees will contribute via payroll deductions to raise about 12 000 for service relief through USO style programs. Groups under Olly W Bracke will organize teachers unions professors clubs and local business committees to support the drive with funds staying in the city for servicemen furloughs and related needs.
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Cony
Corry
Cory Industries
Mimitse Wivers
Olly W. Brack
Association of
Covny Professiorial Men
Golden Rule Club
Ayenelep
USO
United Organization
Army
Navy
Man Held After Threats at Fairhaven Home
Richard Hetzel, tied to a plank near Mendivity, was arrested after threats made at a Fairhaven home. He was held before Alderman GH Gurdon, then committed to the city Jail. Hetzel is to be taken to County Court on the charges. a separate incident involved a claim to property, with legal action initiated.
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Fairhaven
Richard Hetzel
Mendvity
Poller
Heaing
GH Gurdon
Hetwel
Brie
Bone Hoizul
Falvisayenen
Willy
Patrheven
New Corry Directory Published By Joskin Kelly Company
First copies of the Corry City Directory, issued by Joskin Kelly Company of Binghamton, arrived today and pleased offices and businesses. Improvements include better type forms for listings, though the overall structure remains similar to prior local directories.
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Corry
Washington and world briefs in October dispatches
United States and foreign notices span Washington politics with Reg. fines involving We Wadsworth of New York and Rep Charles A. Salton of New Jersey. Reports from Portugal, Madrid, and France cover repatriation of Japanese and the capture of German arms stores. Roosevelt accepts Brow resignation as TTive administrator. Chinese exclusion repeal moves steer through Congress amid wartime immigration tensions.
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Associated Press
Washington
Wadsworth
Nawy
York
Auther
Charles A. Salon
New Jersey
Aid Eaton
Wendell 4
Willkie
Von
Ferard
U S Casualties In Italy Recorded As Low
Washington October 21 official figures show American casualties in Italy from September 8 to the start of the Vaturnano battle total 879 killed 3 087 wounded 2 848 missing a grand total of 6 744 The figures compare with an earlier preliminary estimate of 6 307 and indicate a lower toll than previously reported by War Secretary Stimson in a press release
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Washington
Vatturnoiver
Tate
Fmt Unis
Local Checks Cashed In Stores Reported
Police inquiry continues into numerous counterfeit or worthless checks cashed in Corry stores during the week. Officials say investigation includes victims, banks, and local businesses as they review payments and authorities reconvene to determine losses and responsible parties.
New Huddles On Wage Controls Held In Washington
An audience of United Mine Workers officials and operators from across the country gathered in Washington to demand wage action under the proposed wage controls. Roosevelt administration discussions prompted a White House briefing as union leaders pressed for higher pay with a 8 hour workday and travel time included. The gathering, led by WEE and five operating brotherhood chiefs, signals a push for adjustments amid industry tension.
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Neres
Washington
Hinds
UMW
DMW
Strosurpr
Jetormsi
L. Lewis
Ukton
Lamtupa
Delhi
Gar
Elie
Ievetny Stoblilzalon
Fred
Vinsson
Presideatt Roosevelt
White House
ABL
Eppidicetive
Jareenpur
United Mini Workers Dalhiv Tikhtois
Operalling Brotherhoods
Chicago
Fem
RAF Bombers Strike German Industrial Defense Near Berlin
A fleet of RAF heavy light bombers launched an eighth raid this month against German defenses, hitting the industrial targets near Berlin and sparking heavy retaliatory action. The Luftwaffe countered with raids over London as German defenses intensified, while Allied air operations continued to target strategic sites across occupied Europe.
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Associated Press
London
Qet
Selaig
RAF Los 17
Beavers
Veerwerion
Pivlie Portropentey
Dever
Ie Geemai
Enebord
Leipalg
Germany
Berlin
Ily
Bloody battle at Finschhafen in New Guinea clash
Allied headquarters report a fierce jungle battle near Masetalen and Sattelberg in New Guinea as Japanese forces push toward the Sone river. Australian and dapaviese troops repelled counterattacks, with heavy fighting marking another phase of the New Guinea campaign.
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Associated Press
Southwest Pacific
Eucay
Masetalen
New Guinea
Ofrom
Sattelberg
Mar— Arthite
Jegan
New Hettglit
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