Major naval clash near Philippines signals pivotal Pacific crisis
Analyst Mackenzie notes a large sea-air engagement off the Philippines between Japanese forces and Admiral Halsey’s U S Third Fleet. Official Pearl Harbor communiques indicate American advantage as Tokyo risks its main fleet seeking to hinder MacArthur’s Leyte invasion and curb Allied operations in the archipelago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewitt MacKenzie
Associated Press
Philippine
William F. Halsey
U. S. Third Fleet
Pearl Harbor
MacArthur
Leyte Island
Philippine Archipelago
Leyte
Sulu
Sibuyan
Nim#z
U.S
Philip
Japan
Ikado
Pacific
Admiral Halsey
Halsey
Nippon
Philippines
Hitler's Last Stand and Europe at War's End
The piece questions Germany's ability to sustain agriculture and industry as troops depart for the final battle with Allied forces. It argues Hitler seeks continued destruction, and that a humiliating end looms for Europe, regardless of enemy or countryman blood. It notes strategic moves like Roosevelt in stadiums and optimism for a strong baseball contestant amid dreary seasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitler
Germany
Europe
Roosevelt
Brooklyn Dodgers
Ebbets Field
Philadelphia
Shibe Park
Phillies
Odd Fellows to Hold 1945 Convention in Little Rock
Fayetteville Arkansas October 25 The grand assembly of Odd Fellows and Rebekah of Arkansas will hold its 1945 convention in Little Rock. Ray Paxon of Fort Smith was elected Grand Patriarch with Beverly Rakes Rogers Walter Smith and Hugh Keller named to senior officer posts Texarkana was chosen Grand Junior Warden The grand lodge named J A Keller Texarkana Grand Master and Mrs Margaret Weathers Little Rock was elected Rebekah president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fayetteville
Ark
Grand Assembly of Odd Fellows
Texarkana
Koh-i-Noor Diamond's Storied Path to Global Fame
The Koh-i-Noor diamond traces its notable history back to 1304, passing through many rulers and regions. Its storied journey reflects changing empires and prized jewels in South Asia and beyond.
Don’t Wait Until Pyorrhea Strikes
A dental health ad urges readers to check their gums and try LETO'S with a refund offer if the first bottle fails to satisfy, attributed to John P. Cox Drug Co.
Argentina recalls military attaché after Western Front withdrawal
London reports Argentina has ordered back Col. Pablo Beretta, its military attache in London, amid abrupt Allied western front withdrawal. Officials remained silent but the recall appeared connected to alleged lack of cooperation in Argentina's foreign policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Argentina
Col
Pablo Beretta
Western Front
British Advance in Greece After German Withdrawal
Allied reports say British patrols entered Chomokos 30 miles north of Lamia as German forces retreat from Greece. Lamia was occupied yesterday and Volos port evacuated after heavy guerrilla resistance. Germans face a 125 mile trek to reach the Yugoslav frontier while Allied troops are landed at Piraeus near Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Greece
Chomokos
Lamia
Athens
Volos
Chokokos
Piraeus
Nazis Flee Arctic Port Kirkenes as Invasion Advances
London reports the Soviet Arctic Army crossed into Norway and captured Kirkenes after destroying bases near Murmansk convoys. Evacuations followed as Germans said Russian thrusts east of Langfjorden were repulsed while Balkans fighting saw a Russian attack on Kraljevo near Belgrade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Foontier
Norway
Stalin
Moscow
K. I. Meretzkov
Kirkenes
Arctic
Murmansk
Berlin
Narew
Poland
Warsaw
East Prussia
Konigsberg
Germany
Petsamo
Langfjorden
Balkan
Kraljevo
Yugoslavia
Balkans
Belgrade
Churchill insists on unconditional surrender policy in Commons
London reports that Prime Minister Churchill reaffirmed in the House of Commons that unconditional surrender with no bargaining remains government policy. He urged recalling the May three power declaration and avoided a detailed debate, noting a Moscow report due Friday for further discussion. He left questions about postwar Germany and Nazi leaders unsettled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Chester
London
Churchill
House of Commons
Germany
Moscow
Richard Law
The
House
Britain
Russia
Balkans
Bulgaria
Policy Invitations Extended to South American Attaches
Report notes that invitations remain extended to the military attaches of South American embassies as part of broader wartime policy against the Axis. Other nations’ attaches have not had their invitations withdrawn, according to today’s information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Axis
Market News From St Louis Stockyards and Cotton Market
Hogs market active with 8 000 head, prices steady to firm across weights. Cattle and calves receipts moderate, prices mixed to steady with several categories advancing. Sheep slaughter uneven with lambs up modestly. Wheat corn oats and rye futures moved up on demand and weather signals. Cotton futures rallied as government plan loomed with late gains. Cash wheat unchanged, receipts varied across grains. Poultry and dairy markets steady in Chicago and New York trading sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis Livestock National Stockyards
Ill
Grain futures wobble as profit taking hits early gains
Chicago grain markets opened higher but soon fell back as traders booked profits. December wheat slipped from its intraday peak while barley held marginally firmer and other grains faced sharp declines in trading today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grain and Provisions
Chicago
New Orleans Cotton Futures Rise on Government Buy Plan Hints
New Orleans cotton futures climbed on price fixing and buying amid reports that a government buying program may begin soon. Dec contract closed around 21.70, May near 21.89, Oct about 21.00 with highs and lows noted for each period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Guerrilla War Spreads in Spain
London reports intensified clashes as Spanish Republican guerrillas fight Franco forces across southern regions and raids continue from France into Navarra. National Spanish Union claims Republicans wiped from most entrances, while Paris officials cite 40,000 German refugees aiding various sides amid scarce communications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Francisco Franco
Spain
France
National Spanish Union
Paris
Madrid
Navarra
Colonel Paz
Andalusia
Catalonia
Asturias
Paz
South America
Franco
Black and White Ointment and Skin Soap Ad Claims Fast Relief
An old style advertisement touts Black and White Ointment for fe zema acne pimples ringworm tetter salt rheum and skin blemishes with rapid antiseptic action. It promises 25 years of success and refunds purchase if unsatisfied, plus daily use of Black and White Skin Soap with recommended cleansing.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mackenzie
Telegraph
America
Shadow
Signal Corps
NEA
Corp
William S. Sharp
Fuehrer
Our Daily
Odd Fellows
L.A
Geb Fimere Auto Supply
Hope, Ark
Bruges
der Fuehrer
Sir Alexander Fleming
St. Mary’s Hospital
England
Berne Beng
Norwegian Arctic
China Sea
Marianas I
Saipal
SiguLu
New Guinea
Amal
Neap
Truk
Sguams Sulithi
Caroline
Gilbert
Solomon IS
Pacific Ocean
Midway
Market Report
New York
Expec
St.Joseph
Ceot Sately
Robert Louis Stevenson
Matt Twain
Canadian Women's Army Corps
Nevada
Ohio
Steubenville
Wylie
J Wylie
3Rd & Walnut
Hone
Coca-Cola Company
Hope Coca-Cola Bottling CO
Secord and
Louisiena Sts
Coca-Cola
Coke
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!