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04 Sep 1945
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1945
Page
1
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Congress opens the first peacetime session in four years as Truman plans a comprehensive message on reconversion and atomic policy. Proposals aim to provide full employment, unemployment relief, and merging or abolishing wartime agencies while keeping draft policy under review. Leaders weigh ending the draft or delaying any action beyond May.
In Miami Beach Florida an eight year old boy, Jerry Weim, with muscular dystrophy, awaits his father, Army private Frank J Wrinn, home. Wrinn, veteran of the Normandy beaches, is flying from New York to see his son for the first time in two years as doctors reportedly concede little hope for the disease.
A correspondent details the devastation of Hiroshima after the first atomic bombing. He notes collapsed buildings, ruined streets, and the near total destruction of the modern metropolis, with only scattered remnants of life and few functioning banks. Military and civilian losses are implied as the city lies in ruins.
Miss Mable Tayloe and Mrs Bert J Bibow are hospitalized with severe injuries after a Buick driven by Miss Tayloe left the road near Spring Creek on Sunday. Bibow suffered minor cuts and bruises and was released after treatment. The trio, en route to Potter County for Labor Day camping, were extricated by motorists and rushed to Corry Hospital.
John Brown Jr of Columbus survived a Saturday morning assault on North Center street after being knocked down. He suffered a head injury and concussion but no skull fracture, with his condition improving over two days. Police chief Planigan noted a full investigation, and an assault and battery charge could be filed if action is taken. Brown’s parents were informed.
British warships anchored in Singapore Harbor as occupation forces near to land and take over the former naval base from surrendering Japanese. Ships lead the entry under Admir Sir Arthur Power as marines prepare to land on Penang Island and a broader reoccupation plan unfolds across Malaya and Sumatra.
Three Doolittle Raiders rescued from a Japanese prison camp arrived in the United States aboard an Army transport at global airport. Lt Chase J Nielsen of Utah and Lt Robert L Hife of Texas spoke of relief and seeing U S soil after 41 months. Teammate Stalker Beant Jacob Dewinzer from Salem Gre joined them. The raiders were flown to safety with Tom Karathi aboard, arriving just after midnight.
September 4 Selective Service abolished Glass 2-1 occupationally deferred workers in part production. The move redefines deferment categories affecting labor force classifications.
Bernie Williams, manager of Sony US BS, notes unemployment compensation inquiries continue at low levels while weekly reports from claimants rise. Cory office expects hundreds of jobs open in Ere, including malleable machine molders and punch press operators, with a representative visiting Thursday for interviews.
Washington September 4 Associated Press reports an economist for the United States Chamber of Commerce told the Senate finance committee that a great boom is pending as federal funds may supplement state unemployment benefits. The forecast was part of testimony against anti unemployment legislation.
Japanese emperor Hirohito opens a session urging rebuild and unity. The House of Peers resolves to acknowledge defeat and commit to safeguarding national structure and world peace, urging citizens to rally in service to the state and support postwar reconstruction.
Prime Minister Attlee, marking Britain's six year entry into World War Two, blamed Japan for past aggression and warned victory would be hollow without a united effort to ban war. He pledged to shoulder responsibility with allies to establish a world order where governments rest on popular consent.
Washington reports that postwar turmoil in Japan influences U S plans as President Truman considers reorganizing the military. A pending Supreme Court vacancy and retirements at high levels may prompt rapid shifts, with possible promotions in the Army Air Forces and Navy.
Bert D Hinsdale of War ren R D 2 War ren was killed when Erie Train 7 mangled him at Scott crossing three miles east of Corry at about 12 81. The victim’s body was nearly decapitated and taken to Bracken Keating Funeral Home as investigators from Erie Police and local officers opened a probe. Identification came from a driver’s license and a Selective Service card found on his clothing.
Governor Edward Martin urged Congress to cut federal income taxes by 20 percent as a start toward balancing the budget. He spoke to 18 Republican Congressmen from Pennsylvania and called for spending reductions and a reduction in federal employees. He favored mass production style tax lowering and warned against costly Washington projects while stressing debt repayment.
In Yokohama on September 4, Lt. Gen. Robert L. Eichelberger and his staff heard firsthand stories from American war prisoners in Japan. Dozens of cases detail starvation, beatings, and torture under Japanese guards. One B 29 pilot from Salt Lake City died aboard a hospital ship after suffering pellagra and malnutrition. Prisoners describe brutal treatment, with some recalling extensive punishment and denial of medical care. Military inquiry teams push to complete war crimes lists while medical personnel pledge swift repatriation.
Mrs M B Kingsley of Euclid Street was injured when her husband’s car collided with another vehicle at Riceville Corners near Spartansburg. She suffered a severely lacerated hand and shock but returned home after treatment at Corry Hospital. Vehicle damage was extensive. she was the only person listed as needing hospital care.
Allied forces expand control of Tokyo area with MacArthur ordering prisoner camps turned over to senior officers. Eighth Army plans extend occupation as 500000 troops expected in Japan by month end. Tokyo entry to be preceded by landings at Hamamatsu and Takustu with Kanoya base used for air operations. Emperor Hirohito attends a brief session as foreign surveillance begins. continued reports on page three.
Police probe a late night collision near Hotel Cony on North Center Street. Pred Shuss, driving from Franklin, reported the striking vehicle. A second car, driven by LaRue Weed, was also involved with conflicting statements from Erie resident Fohner.
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