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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1945
Page
1
On Okinawa the Yaeciu Dake escarpment burns as Japanese resistance holds. US Army divisions press with air bombardment heavy artillery naval fire and armor from the Third Marine Amphibious Corps. Despite 80 000 Japanese killed the garrison fights on amid cave blockhouses on Kanishi ridge.
Gen. H. H. Hap Arnold, in the Philippines, states Allied strategy calls for more than two million tons of bombs to annihilate Japan, a force triple the amount used on Germany. He cautions on timing and hints at command shakeups in the Pacific theater.
Four Japanese homeland cities were left in flames after a three thousand ton four pronged B 29 fire bomb raid. The targets included Yokkaichi Hamamatsu Kagoshima and Omuta as heavy fires burned through industrial areas.
Lawrence voters go to the polls Tuesday June 19 to nominate candidates for county township and borough offices. Two state nominations will also be made on the Republican ticket for major offices and justice of the district. The Democratic slate appears light with few candidates, potentially affecting turnout. Polls open 8 a m to 6 p m. Continued on Page fan.
The article notes the final phase of the Seventh War Loan drive at Center U P with issues available for purchase. It mentions corporations purchasing bonds, ongoing distribution, and continued efforts to reach the goal, with updates continuing on Page Eleven.
Hundreds of thousands greet General Dwight D. Eisenhower as he returns from Europe. The celebrated war leader praises the GI Joes and Allies for victory while deflecting personal credit and signaling focus on peace challenges ahead. The crowd fills National Mall as ceremonies unfold with patriotic fervor.
The North Hill cherry tree shows ripe fruit while elderberries promise a large crop if current bloom counts indicate it. Summer outdoor services begin at First Christian church next Sunday. Weather has disrupted typical June warmth, delaying crops and accelerating weed growth across county roads. Continuous updates continued on Page Two.
A 24 hour period ending at 1 PM shows a maximum of 78 degrees and a minimum around 67. Light precipitation totals 0.11 inches, with higher readings at 9 AM Sunday showing a maximum of 87 and a minimum of 65 degrees.
Harrisburg reports rising interest in tomorrow's primary as 30 counties nominate judicial candidates and 18 municipalities select mayors. Balloting includes 66 municipalities in 32 counties voting on local options, with 74 liquor and 27 beer licenses at stake and township commissioners, borough councils, and election board members to be chosen.
General Lemay piloted the nonstop Hawaii to Washington B 29 flight covering 4 640 miles in 20 hours 19 minutes setting a new record and prompting confirmation of plans for further talks with Army Air Force officials.
Chinese forces push toward an undefinable UNCON with other columns striking Linchow suburbs, repulsing two Japanese counter-attacks. Losses admitted at Kungnan and Tingnan as Chinese combat groups defend the Hong Kong Hankow corridor amid ongoing fighting.
Lord Haw Haw William Joyce Englishman who broadcast anti British rhetoric from Berlin was arraigned at Bow Street magistrates court on a treason charge. He was remanded to police custody until June 25 as the court heard the 1351 treason act application. The hearing occurred under heavy guard after an underground transfer from the jail.
A Japanese News Agency report claimed U S submarines moved into the Sea of Japan between Japan and Korea. The agency also reported 18 B-29 bombers dropping mines in inland seas and described naval activity near Osaka and Kobe.
General Eisenhower will travel a revised parade route in New York city, shifting from the Battery Park stretch to a broader path along avenues to accommodate larger crowds. Officials cited safety and crowd viewing concerns as the reason for the change, aiming to allow more residents and visitors to witness the salute.
The article discusses General Douglas MacArthur assuming supreme command as Japan faces defeat in World War II. It notes Allied strategy and expectations for postwar plans in Asia, with reference to the occupation and leadership from Tokyo to Washington.
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