Louis Paulos Dies of Heart Attack at High Point
Louis Paulos, proprietor of the Blue Bird Castle restaurant near the Post Office, died today after noon from a heart attack. He suffered a brief illness while painting in his business. A World War II veteran, he moved to High Point in 1938 and leaves his widow Drakalakos, a son Billy, three brothers Gus James Pete, and several sisters. Funeral arrangements completed.
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Red Army advances as German lines falter along Neisse
Transocean dispatches report Red Army depths near Goerlitz advancing 12 miles beyond on the Neisse with Germans counterattacks halted. Konev and Zhukov push toward Berlin while a northern thrust nears Danzig. Senate and other lawmakers push for higher pay in North Carolina, with a teacher salary agreement possible to speed session.
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Nazis would have mass murder outcome without Red Cross aid
Prisoners in German camps received extremely meager rations. Daily intake barely reached fortified soup and bread, with two-thirds of a pound of bread, a cup of hot water, three potatoes, and a dab of margarine. Meat was scarce and calories hovered far below the 1800 calorie minimum.
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UNC Trustees Approve Chancellors At Three Units
The North Carolina House postponed a bill to create an office of chancellor and three university presidencies. The day before, trustees voted to keep the president’s post for the greater university and to establish chancellors at three units. House bills aim to extend veteran education benefits and tax exemptions for World War Two veterans, and regulate marketing of farm products for propagative purposes.
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Roosevelt and Churchill Hold Alexandria Conference
The report details a near four hour meeting between President Roosevelt and Churchill at Alexandria with new discussions on Japan and the Pacific war. It notes Roosevelt’s aim to defeat Germany first and bolster forces in the Pacific, plus caution to newsmen about the President’s whereabouts.
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Roosevelt and Churchill Meet in December 1943 Described
The article recounts President Roosevelt’s wartime travels including meetings with Stalin in Teheran and with Churchill, the welcome given by King Farouk at Great Bitter Lake, Haile Selassie’s arrival, and Ibn Saud’s 800 mile journey from Jidda. It notes the Suez voyage passage and the king’s ceremonial outdoor stay aboard a destroyer.
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Allied Bombardment in Reich Strikes Heavy Blow
In a report on Allied air activity over Germany the text notes 11 allied planes over Germany in 48 hours and Red Army cooperation aiding the Russian offensive. Berlin and Dresden are singled out for bombing as war industries and transportation suffer, raising civilian morale concerns. Weather may hinder operations into April with potential spring thaws turning eastern Europe to mud.
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Churchill On Time For Social Service Legislation
Churchill said no special time could be found amid current public business to consider social service measures. He noted affairs abroad are smoother, but the house remains congested. A full conference report was expected later in the week, with two days set aside for review and debate.
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Marines drive back Japanese counterattack on Iwo Jima airfields
Allied dispatches describe the 271st Marine Division repelling a 900-strong Japanese assault on Motoyama airfield number one and expanding control as naval gunfire and searchlights aid the battle. Nimitz notes lighter American losses on the southern end but heavier losses on the northern flank as Marines push inland toward airfields. Tokyo radio cites heavy fighting, tank activity, and thousands more Marines landing to seize Iwo Jima as 800 ships support the operation.
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Minesweeper YMS 48 Reported Lost in Philippine Area
Washington reports the motor minesweeper YMS 48 has been lost in the Philippine area due to enemy action. Next of kin have been notified. the ship's complement is about 30. The last known skipper was Lt. (JG) Howard A. Kaiser of New York City. another officer was to assume command, but it is unclear if the transfer occurred. The navy says the new skipper is known to be safe.
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Lend Lease Totals Show Soviet Vehicle Lead and British Share
The latest lend lease data show Soviet armies approaching 362000 motor vehicles through Dec 1 1944 versus Britain's 80000 with American vehicles supplying over half on parts of the eastern front. Britain holds 43.3 percent of aid while Russia receives 28.4 percent. Total aid reached 28270000000 by June 30 with forward reach to 382000000 through Dec 31 and a reverse lend lease of 3938123000 to Oct 1.
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Medical Men Brave Fire On Corregidor
Report from Corregidor Island dated February 18 describes doctors and corpsmen operating under heavy fire. A wounded private died as medical staff attempted plasma treatment while sniper jets roared overhead.
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Allied Push Clears Northern Town as Nazis Suffer Mass Surrender
Allied forces report heavy fighting across the town with Germans surrendering in large numbers. Canadian and British troops advance along the Goch Calcar road while Seventh Army breaching the Saar border near Frauenberg and crossing the Saar river. Farther east Patton’s forces reach the Our river area near the Siegfried line and Bitburg as operations continue toward the Ruhr.
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Weather update for North Carolina cloudy and cool
Cloudy and cool weather with rain expected tonight and Wednesday. Rain favors west and south portions today with cooler conditions overall.
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De Gaulle Spurns Paris Invitation to See Roosevelt
French Foreign Minister Bidault confirms General de Gaulle refused an invitation to meet President Roosevelt in North Africa, reportedly Algiers. The foreign affairs committee was told de Gaulle was faithful to his policies and unable to accept.
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