Greeks Push North After Italians Retreat Across Front
Greek forces press north after taking Argyrocastre and Santi Quaranta areas. Italian troops retreat along the front as Greek central command claims growing significance. Reports from Athens say Greek units seized about a battalion of Italian troops in Argyrocastre.
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Record holiday shopping boosts New Castle stores as deer hunts noted
Holiday crowds pack New Castle area shops with expectations of strong business this season. A Pennsylvania buck with a 21 inch antler spread was spotted near 172 Pennsylvania Avenue, shot in McKean County. Hunter notes include a four point buck weighing about 125 pounds from Ridgway district and a doe about 85 pounds bagged near Raymilton Venango County.
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Daily Weather Report United States Summary
Weather data for the 24-hour period ending at 9 am shows a maximum of 44 degrees, a minimum of 24, precipitation at 0.0 inches, and a river stage of 5.7 feet. The year-ago figures recorded a maximum of 46, a minimum of 33, and 0.0 inches of precipitation.
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South Atlantic patrol watches for potential Anglo German clash
Brazilian observers report South Atlantic patrols near Montevideo maintaining neutrality zone watch as reports emerge of a possible naval engagement following yesterday’s skirmish between British auxiliary cruiser Catharine Castle and a Nazi raider. Authorities say evidence points to a developing sea action, with ships from the British fleet hunting the German vessel.
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Will Form New Battery Here in New Castle Pa
Confirmation of plans for a new 55-1 service battery of the Pennsylvania National Guard in New Castle. Telegram from Col Samuel B Wolfe indicates Lieut Willan H Gohring Jr will become captain and command the new unit. Capt George F Mitchell said he expected word but could not confirm timing. The organization will form a complete new battery for the army on wheels in New Castle.
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Flu Epidemic Seems Waning In California
California's mild influenza epidemic appears to ease, moving eastward and northward while authorities expect a peak within 10 days. Official cases estimated 40,000 to 50,000 in state with about 40 deaths in two weeks. Over 20 northern schools closed due to sanitation and lunch issues. San Francisco and Los Angeles schools stayed open as thousands of children were absent. A ban on planned school assemblies was ordered to reduce crowding.
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Forty Italian Staff Officers Reported Ousted
An exchange telegraph dispatch from Zurich reported that 40 Italian staff officers were ousted with Field Marshal Pietro Badoglio who yesterday was replaced by General Ugo Gavalla ro as chief of the Italian general staff. Further changes were expected, per Rome’s note on Badoglio’s resignation.
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Mercy Plane Leaves Miami for South America
Mercy flight carries Senora Davila wife of a former Chilean president from Miami to Pan American City overnight as she recuperates from illness. Roosevelt ordered the relief mission. Davila expresses gratitude while awaiting Lima arrival. The journey follows two major operations and aims to speed recovery in her homeland.
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New York State Hunter Killed Near Brockway Pa
Russell L. Trump 51 of Predont a N Y was killed near Brockway Pa while deer hunting. Coroner Gilbert Hulme of Jefferson County said Trump was accidentally struck by a stray bullet. His body was found by Cleveland attorney W L Nye who was hunting with him. Trump was an officer of the Red Wing Grape Jules Co of Fredonia.
Man Returns Hog Escapes Arrest in Odd Auto Mix Up
International News Service report from Upper Darby Pennsylvania describes Patrolman John J. McBugh stopping a wobbling car and discovering a 300 pound hog inside. The driver claimed the hog wandered in while he spoke to a friend near a slaughter house and was returned to its owner after magistrate intervention.
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Well Explodes Huge Gas Well in Michigan Blaze
A massive gas well in Michigan detonated and destroyed nearby structures after a fire broke out. Fire crews battled the blaze as the explosion sent flames high into the air, with no immediate reports of injuries. Investigators will determine the cause and scope of the damage.
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London reports no bomb attack during night
London reported no bombs in the capital from dusk to dawn breaking a three month streak of air raid alarms. Bristol, on the Bristol Channel, was struck though British authorities later said only Bristol faced raids. The night used new tactics causing damage and some fatalities, while other areas saw extremely light attacks. Mr and Mrs Raymond Reinhart of Pittsburgh and Mrs Herman Reinhart of Greenwood Avenue are noted in the piece.
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Increased War Aid To Britain Red Hot Issue
United States debate over aid to Britain grows heated as Congress considers redefining America's financial policy toward the British empire. Treasury officials meet with British counterparts amid calls to limit or rechannel stabilization funds, while South American nations seek new loans. Chile and Argentina request and extend credits as part of the broader assistance program.
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Roosevelt Pledges Aid To Greece During Defense Tour
President Roosevelt pledged aid to Greece as it defends itself in its conflict with Turkey. The White House announced the letter from Roosevelt via the State Department while he toured Caribbean defenses. He said the United States will extend aid to governments and peoples defending themselves against aggression.
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Christmas Home Lighting Contest Planned for New Castle
New Castle will host its third annual Christmas Home Lighting Contest, sponsored by the Lawrence County Garden Club. Leaders promised a bigger, more exciting event with two zones for eligibility to improve fair distribution of awards. Zone 1 covers the second ward. Zone 2 encompasses the rest of the city. Prizes include first place in each zone with additional awards.
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Hunting Toll Rises to Eighteen in Pennsylvania Deer Season
Harrisburg reports the five week deer season began with a new fatality. A 16 year old, Charles TR Bowers of Casiron, was killed by a stray bullet while hunting with his father in Cedar Swamp, six miles from Porinpge. Cambria county records its first fatality.
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Italian Army Chief Resignations Leave Gloomy Gap
Following Marshal Pietro Ha dokno's exit as army chief, Italy announced another major resignation General Caesar De Vecchi count of Val Olmon and governor of the Dodecanese Islands. De Vecchi stepped down with military motives cited and was replaced by General Ettore Bastien a veteran of the Italo Turkish war who had secured the islands for Italy.
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Cold Weather Forecast For Sunday In Pittsburgh
A Pittsburgh morning showed 48 degrees with cloudy skies and light showers. Todays low was 37 at 7:96 PM yesterday, with rain expected tomorrow followed by a return to colder conditions as predicted by the local weather bureau. Ice and snow have begun to melt on highways, improving driving conditions though some slick spots remain.
Report Two Nazi Vessels Captured By British Ships
British cruisers captured the German steamers Rhein and Sdurwald off Cuba, according to unofficial reports received by the Mexican foreign office. Officials said they had no confirmation of the captures or further details, and London authorities offered no knowledge of the incident.
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Death Record Notice From December 7 Entry
Death notices list individuals including Joseph Polansky aged 68 at 115 South Bawver Street Witneeneteier township Mercer county. Andrew McCutchoon aged 59 appears with address 1s North Shenangy Street. No additional context or cause of death provided in fragment.
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Revolt in Italian cities shocks Mussolini era
Reports from Tangiers and Milan describe unrest spreading in Italian cities over Badoglio’s resignation and Italy’s war policy. Crowds clash with authorities as Italians react to military setbacks in Greece and a perceived internal crisis for Mussolini.
Two Army Fliers Feared Dead In Kentucky Crash
A U S Army report says two pilots are feared dead after a crash near Campbellsburg Kentucky. First Lieutenant Gordon Wo Kimer of Flint Michigan and another crew member were aboard a training craft when it went down. Officials at Chanute Field are investigating the incident.
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