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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1945
Page
1
Australians in North Borneo report a major battle as they seize Brunel, a key port city, after a 15 mile advance. The action is led by Australian forces under John Cashman S. staff correspondent.
Lieut. Gen. Morshead's Australian troops seized Brunei after a 15 mile push from Brooketon. Labuan island was threatened to control Brunei bay as Australian and American air units-pound targets from Brunei bay to Jesselton. Despite heavy fire, casualties were light with many Japanese troops in retreat across Borneo.
Seventeen killed and more than thirty injured when the Philadelphia to Buffalo express struck a derailed iron ore freight car near Milton Pennsylvania at 1 30 a m. The dead include engineman Robert G Stratton M E Graeff fireman Mrs Frances Chelock and brakeman A R Hoverter. Injured were hospitalized at Lewisburg Sunbury and Danville as doctors and nurses aided by acetylene torches freed trapped passengers.
Bulletin from Amsterdam New York reports eight men killed when the Water Level Limited struck a section force laying track about a mile east of Amsterdam. Officials said a westbound train had just passed and crew members may have stepped onto the other track. Names were not available.
PA NEWC notes an annual mass attack as mosquitoes return to New Castle area. Heat dominates Thursday with benches deserted on Jefferson Street public square while residents seek shade. The Pittsburgh Weather Bureau records June 14 as the hottest day in its history.
United States weather statistics show a maximum temperature of 92 and a minimum of 67 with rainfall around .03 inches. River stage at 9.3 feet. Year-ago figures recorded a max of 90, min 64, and .06 inches of precipitation.
Chinese high command announced the re capture of the strategic city of Ishan in Kwangsi province and partial clearance of Hopin in Central Kwangtung as part of a concerted drive by Resurgent Chinese troops against Japanese forces.
President Truman personally awarded the Medal of Honor to four American heroes at a White House ceremony. Marines Maj. Everett P. Pope Lt. Carlton Roun and Pfc. Luther Skaggs Jr. along with Army Pfc. Gino Merli were honored for courage. Families and top military leaders attended the event.
Giant B 29s dropped three thousand tons of aerial destruction on Osaka as Gen. H H Arnold warned Japan that 2 000 000 tons of bombs will be unleashed next year if the war continues Tokyo radio said fires broke out in Osaka but are under control The raid marked a renewed massive assault on Japan's industrial hub amid escalating air power promises.
General Dwight D. Eisenhower departs Paris to start the first leg of his voyage back to the United States. He plans to spend 12 to 22 hours in Britain and urged continued UN restraint to secure postwar peace, noting Franklin’s warning to stick together. He questioned Soviet doubts about Hitler’s death.
The final phase of Pennsylvania Seventh War Loan Drive begins Monday with banks and corporations asked to buy 433 million dollars in securities over a two week period. G Ruhland Rebmann Jr. says E bond sales rose to 170.1 million dollars, 59 percent of the 288 million KE bond goal. Robert McCleary of Tarentum died from injuries after being struck by a Pennsylvania Railroad train at Deer Creek bridge in Harmar township.
Two German prisoners of war escaped from Camp Duhring 20 miles south of Kane. Capt. Hugh Bass said the prisoners Erich Povluy and Anton Binda, both 18, were last seen near the stockade. one wore blue denim trousers, the other olive drab. Binda wore glasses. They are described as light-haired and blue-eyed.
United States liberators drop explosives and fire bombs on Japanese held seaports as Hong Kong and Saigon reel from air strikes. The raids target strategic port facilities affecting supply routes in the region.
Allied air strikes delivered heavy damage across Hong Kong Saigon and Canton with fires and large-scale destruction. Liberators attacked Shanghai Woosung docks while a Formosa push continued. In the Philippines Luzon’s Cagayan Valley saw a three mile advance by the 37th Division amid ongoing combat.
United Nations conference presses toward a June 23 adjournment with disclosure that the international secretariat prepared an agenda aiming to complete the world security charter by that date. White House says President Truman plans to fly the signed peace document to Washington after his adjournment appearance here.
British 21st Army Group announces the capture of former German Foreign Minister Joachim von Ribbentrop. He was found naked and taken into custody at Hamburg, with a poison tin strapped to his bed. He was flown to an unknown destination for questioning as Allied commanders reported on the fate of high command.
NEW YORK, June 15. An outbreak of infectious diseases in Tokyo was reported today by the Tokyo radio. The number of cases is comparatively small, with officials saying health measures held down the spread. A broadcast report quoted is from the FCC and mentions cases of malaria and other illnesses as the city braces for potential spread.
London June 15 King George VI formally dissolved Great Britain's one year old parliament in a move to clear the decks for the general election. The official notice marks the start of the campaign season as parties prepare for polls.
A long dispatch reports Chinese forces closing on Liuchow and Dianong with Vietnamese and Japanese fronts influencing strategic moves. In London the King’s speech unfolds amid talks of a July 5 election and Churchill’s coalition, while in Washington President Truman orders wartime control of Scranton Transit to prevent disruptions to the war effort.
In Washington the Army High Command urged Congress to approve peacetime Universal Military Training. Secretary of War Henry Stimson and General Dwight Eisenhower backed making training compulsory to ensure U S security and global peace, arguing the nation must prepare citizens now for future defense.
Washington reports a delay in opening Polish government talks after Moscow said 16 arrested leaders will be tried soon. The trial was expected to dampen mood, hindering the 12 member commission and its first Moscow meeting. Stanislaw Mikhe nk erk, ex premier of the exile government, is a noted figure.
Abner Ferguson resigns from his post as officials announce acceptance in Washington. Details indicate the action involves a formal resignation and the authority confirming the move remains unnamed.
President Truman accepted the resignation of Abner H.F. Son as administrator of the Federal Housing Authority. The resignation takes effect immediately and the White House intends to restore private life to the official in Washington.
Campaigns in Lawrence County move toward closing as voters prepare for Tuesday’s primary. Local officials and candidates discuss turnout and issues in a crowded field with limited contests.
Fragmentary report details a plane crash near Vicksburg with multiple fatalities. Witnesses described the aircraft tumbling and falling to the ground as responders rushed to the scene. official details about the number of dead and the flight origin are not yet released.
A youth from Erie died after a lake crash involving an outboard powered boat. The cruiser involved was owned and operated by Anthony Straue, with authorities noting the incident occurred during a day on the lake. Further details on the cause and exact location were not immediately available.
Obituary note for Matt Bryan aged 67 of Linth Street Hessemer with death recorded in 1945. Appears alongside the name Mrs Rose RKAlingemnsmith and Lutton Street, indicating family connections in the local area.
Reported American gains reach eight hundred yards as Japanese forces fight their final position on Southern Okinawa. Incendiary bombs rained over the defense, with the assault described as a tri phased operation and heavy attrition noted. The dispatch highlights intense shelling and mounting casualties on both sides.
Three assessors have resigned their posts in a local government area. The unexpected moves leave vacancies in the ward and prompt discussions on replacement timing and procedures.
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