World War II Air War Maneuvers and Strategic Outlook
A wartime dispatch reports on Hitler's cautious approach and potential directions of a coming strike. It notes Allied air superiority in some zones remains uncertain, with air power seen as pivotal to battles in the Philippines Singapore Hong Kong and surrounding bases. The piece cites a Moscow front tour by an Associated Press correspondent and discusses the impact of air reinforcements on victory or defeat, stressing control of the air as decisive in the preliminary phase of the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rwitt MacKenzie
Alasion
Hitler
Far East
Associated Press
Moscow Front
Allied ii
Edi- Moe
Coum
Dt Sg
Harry EF
Philippines
Singapore
Ngkong
Attlee hints at talks on allied war plans in grand strategy talks
London reports Lord Privy Seal Clement Attlee told the House of Commons that discussions on converting allied war potential are under way and that talks with Chinese High Command are well advanced. He declined to detail reasons of security. It is believed Britain, the United States, Russia and the Netherlands are arranging grand strategy discussions involving high officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Clement ‘Atta
Howse of Commons
Winston Churchill
Attlee
Britain
United States
Russia
Netherlands
Bucknell University President Offered Civilian Defense Post
Dr A C Marts Bucknell University president was pressed by Governor James to head Civilian Defense in the third corps army area. U S Director F H LaGuardia asked him to lead in Baltimore overseeing six states, but Marts plans to reject the offer citing ample duties coordinating industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Marts
Bucknell University
James
Cauncill
U. S
F. H. la Guardia
Third Corps
Baltimore
Maris
Indus
Public opinion on bombing Japan and Russia’s stance
The text notes public speculation on bombing Japanese cities, citing Pearl Harbor as a motivator. It asserts interest grows as incendiary raids could cause large destruction in Japan and highlights Russia’s position, mentioning its air force at Vladivostok about 600 miles from Nippon. It treats the crisis with a reporter’s emphasis on strategic factors and distant military proximity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Harbor
Russia
Japan
Bolshevists
Vladivostok
Nippon
Corregidor Sinking Claims Hundreds Off Manila Bay
Manila report says about 600 people lost when the 1881-ton Inter island steamer Corregidor sank near Manila Bay after hitting a mine. The vessel carried about 800 and 300 were rescued. survivors endured five hours in shark-infested waters. Missing include Assemblyman Juan M. Reyes and Prof Jose Reyes, brothers of Archbishop Gabriel Reyes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Corregidor
Manila Bay
Engadine
Carter
Jutland
Juan M. Reyes
Jose Reyes
Santo Tomas University
Gabriel Reyes
Cebu
Pennsylvania Civilian Defense Structure and Strength
The state council organized 590 local groups to prepare for invasion and 36,000 air raid wardens serve Philadelphia. Eight areas with headquarters in major cities coordinate councils across counties and boroughs. Procedures come from Washington and London, with bulletins guiding public safety. Objectives include air raid warden staffing, chief medical officers, Red Cross first aid volunteers, and county fire wardens.
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Pennsylvania
State Council
Philadelphia
Allegheny
Fpitisburgh
Altoona
Johnstown
Evie
Williamsport
Harrisburg
Lancaster
York
Washington
London
Red Cross
Buzz Wagner Hero Flyers From Randolph to Philippines
A wartime profile recalls Buzz Wagner a local airman praised by officers and enlisted men. He entered flying school at Randolph Field in July 1937, graduated June 16, 1938, served at Selridge Field Michigan, and went to the Philippines last year where he found purpose in combat as his camera replaced by guns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Air
Buzz
Randolph Field
Selridge Field
Mich
Philippines
Red Cross Faces Expanded War Relief Demands
The Red Cross warns of massive growth needs as war expands. Blood plasma demands will surge 20 to 30 times the current supply, with Honolulu plasma depleted in eight hours after the first attack. Expanded services, blood collections, and training of millions are urged, including First Aiders, home nursing, nutrition, and Nurse’s Volunteers. Over 25 000 Red Cross nurses already serve with the Armed Forces, with many more needed. Disaster committees stand ready to act at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific
Army
Navy
Red Cross
War Department
Honolulu
Ouly
Office of Civilian Defense
4 H Broadcast Details Livestock Show Highlights
1 H BROADCAST 4 H Club members in Indiana County will hear KDKA on Saturday December 20 at 12 40 p m The 4 H Livestock Judging Team from Cambridge County with County Agent H C McWilliams and J P Kime of the College Club Office will discuss highlights of the International Livestock Show held in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana County
KDKA
Cambrig County
H. C. McWilliams
J. P. Kime
College Club
Chisago
Birth Certificates Scrutinized for Defense Workers
Harrisburg reports the Bureau of Vital Statistics works day and night to process defense worker birth certificates while preventing fraud. Dr A H Stewert warns that strict checks are needed as background scrutiny aims to stop subversive access to vital plants. About 3,000 certificates are issued daily with a 40,000 backlog. delayed records require evidence prior to 1906. Special handling favors enlistment by the U S Air Corps. Copies cost 1. and certified births 3.60.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Bureau of Vital Statistics
A. H. Stewert
Monlth
Stewart
Bureau Vital Statistics
United States
Fle
Stiewert
National Defense Program
U. S. Air Corps
Campaign appeal supports war relief drives in Indiana County
The Indiana County Red Cross appeals for contributions to back the annual Roll Call and wartime emergency activities. Citizens may donate at the Indiana County Chapter Court House or through solicitors volunteering time and money to aid war relief efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Indiana County
Court House
Indiana
Court testimony on mine gas and blast warnings
The trial heard MecCiee say gas was found and cleared. Prosecution witnesses, mine fire bosses and assistants, testified that explosive gas was present before the blast in a mine corridor. James W. Kipter said at 5 30 a m on June 30 he detected methane in dangerous quantity in the affected section and posted a danger signal.
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Lawrence J. Redding
Bargett
Redding
Willan McGee
Coal Run
McGee
Foreman Ramsell
McIntyre
Hugh Ruddock
Ramsell
Room 42
Raimsell
A. D. Jones
Albert Doch
Gentile
Boarricade
Charles J. Margiotti
J. Oscar Peters
Kinter
Peters
Supt
L. J. Redding
MecCiee
James W. Kipter
Kent No. 2
Kintec
Wayned Ramsell
Philippines Armies to Merge with US Far East Forces
International halted fighting as Manila reports the entire Philippine army will be inducted into the US army of the Far East to maximize cohesion. Tokyo claims victories from Aparri to Legaspi and says Philippine air defenses are knocked out, while British and Indian troops retreat below Kedah, yielding Malayan peninsula to Japan.
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Philippine Army
United States Army of the Far East
Manila
Barligs
Philippine
Imperial Tokyo
Fron Aparri
Legaspi
Tokyo High Command
Philippines
Far East
Britain
Singapore
Kedah
Malayan
Pensaog Island
Leadon
Morgenthau urges rail workers to fund defense via bonds
Treasury Secretary Morgenthau asked railroad workers to invest their 76 million dollars in defense savings bonds to finance war production. He noted back wages from the wage settlement could fund bomber and battleship construction, urging rapid investment alongside corporate efforts like Lycoming Hosiery Mills adding company matching bonds.
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Washington
Treasury
Morgenthau
Morgenthal
Lycoming Hosiery Mills
Baldwyn Mills
Pottstown
Philadelphia
Martin M. Bard
British and Allied Forces Spur Global War News
Reports describe Kedah withdrawal leaving Penang less secure while Singapore faces grave danger. Allies reassign defenses south of Kedah and land troops on Timor to block Japanese advances. Hong Kong resists a peace demand as three strategic hopes emerge. In North Africa, Libyan front retreats signal Axis setback. Stalin likens fleeing Germans to Napoleon as Soviets push near Orel and close on Leningrad. Yugoslav and Greek Freedom Armies gain momentum against German forces.
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Kedah
Penang
Singapore
Malaya
Krian River
Japan
South Pacific
Timor
Java
Australia
Netherlands
Londatt
Hongkong
Britain
Far East
Far Eastern
Libya
Middle East
Cirenaica
Joseph Stalin
Napoleon
Moscow
Havas
Ukraine
Kharkov
Pittsburgh
Orel
Leningrad
Hitler
Belgium
Holland
France
Mozhulsk
Volokamsk
Red Army
Flans
Lake Onega
London
Lake Ladoga
Lake Anega
Treasury ledger figures show December balances
Washington reports the position of the Treasury as of December 18 with totals for receipts and expenditures. Debts and credits are listed with a substantial increase over the previous day, noting major figures in revenue and principal obligations.
Capon Round-Up Saturday by Armstrong Township 4-H Club
The Armstrong Township 4-H Club will hold a Capon Round-Up Saturday morning at 8 30 at the Indiana Curb Market now held at the store room on the corner of 6th and Philadelphia streets. Club members will sell capons after the Round-Up and some members still have capons to offer for sale, per the County Agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armstrong Township
Indiana
6Th
Philadelphia
Guerrilla band pledged to defend Texas coast
Beaumont report describes 300 men organizing a guerrilla band for home defense across five Texas counties. Led by five sheriffs including W. W. Richardson and Pat Lowe, each naming five captains skilled in shooting and fighting. The group aims to deter coastal landings and protect industrial areas.
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Beaumont
Tex
Dire
Panhandle
Taxas
Gulf Coast
W. W. Rich €Arson
Jefferson County
Pat Lowe
Liberty
Myles Jordan
Hardi
San Sbcherer
Chambers
Dick Stanfield
Orange
Texas
Dat Hiney
Rangers
Draft Extension Debated as War Effort Seeks Manpower
Senate witnesses warn against a fixed 20 year draft minimum while noting Civil War manpower patterns. Brig Gen Hershey cites Civil War ages to argue current manpower needs, and advocates wider army expansion with family support measures. Senator Pepper calls for sacrifice but doubts compromise on long terms. Downey suggests sending draft extension back to military panel amid confusion.
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Military Committee
Senate Military Committee
Lewis B. Hershey
Hershey
Senate
Wace
Hinslip
Selective Service System
Obituary for Ford-Flick family in Rimersburg area
A daughter of Charles and Jessie Park Ford born January 24 1016 in Albion Pa. Surviving are husband Carl Leroy Flick five sons Edwin Jack William F Clair Alen all at home and Bruce Howard Wick Rimersburg two daughters Frances Lucille Virginian Mae at home a brother Lloyd Floyd of Greenville Pa three sisters Mrs Irma Snyder Brooklyn NY Mrs Helen Matigul Imperial Pa and Mrs Glayds Daugherty Girard Pa Friends were received at Robinson Funeral Home Saltsburg until noon today then moved to Moore Funeral Home Rimersburg for services at 230 pm Friday with Rev Fred Hag officiating and interment Rimersburg Cemetery
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Charles
Jessie
Park) Ford
Albion
Carl Leroy Flick
Carl Leroy
Edwin Jack
William F
Clair Alen
Bruce Howard Wick
Rimersburg
Frances Lucille
Virginian Mae
Lloyd Floyd
Greenville
Irma Snyder
Brooklyn
Helen Matigul
Imperial, Pa
Glayds Daugherty
Girard, Pa
Robinson
Saltsburg
Moore Funeral Home
Fred Hag
Rimersburg Cemetery
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East Indies
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Aus
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Board of Governors
Pan American Union
Rio de Janeiro
Europe
Yugoslavia
Greece
Alco
Rad
St. An
Oco
Bendix
Beth Steel
Boeing Airplane
Borden Co
Briggs
Harb-Walker
Hercules Powder
Ubyy
Ilinois Central
Int Harvester
Nick Conway
Tel
Teith Johns-Manville
Kennecott Cop
Studebaker Corp
Swift and Co
Texas Co
United Aircraft Ber United Corp
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Wile Ik US Steel
Warner Bros
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