Hannegan Re-Elected Demo Chairman Amid Campaign Plans
Robert E. Hannegan of St Louis was re elected chairman of the Democratic National Committee and pledged to weld factions for a Roosevelt Truman November victory. Truman announced his running mate status with Wallaces 1 031 of 1176 votes and said he would delay resigning the Senate war committee chair.
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First Birth of the 13th Air Force Celebrated in New Guinea
Allied commanders marked the first birth of the 13th air force in New Guinea as liberators focused on Yap to disrupt a Japanese air base ahead of Guam landings. Guam’s west coast invasion occurred July 26 in Guam time, July 21 in eastern time, as big bombers targeted western Carolines and enemy interceptors on successive days.
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Soviet Army Near Polish Capital After Baltic Advance
Soviet forces under Gen. Ivan Bagramian push into Lithuania capturing Panevezys 85 miles from Riga and 80 miles from East Prussia and 40 miles from Siauliai rail junction, threatening German troops in Estonia Latvia and Lithuania.
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King Plans Long Range Moves in Asia After Saipan Visit
Adm. Ernest J. King, commander of the U S fleet, says bases are ready to strike Japan China and the Philippines after touring Saipan 3 500 miles from Tokyo. He will confer with Adm. Chester W. Nimitz on future operations with long range scope.
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U-Boat Trout Lost In Pacific
The Navy announced the submarine Trout, famed for lifting a cache of gold silver and beads from under Japanese guns in the Philippines, is lost in action. The submarine Tullibee is overdue and presumed lost on a war patrol. The Trout delivered anti aircraft ammunition to forces at Corregidor and Manila Bay in 1942.
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Massing of Materials Signals Allied Push in Normandy
Editor's Nolte reports Robert Bunnet tours the Normandy front with AP staff, noting vast troop concentrations, munitions, and fighting vehicles massed for a decisive Allied blow. Eisenhower's forces drive toward Caen Saint Lo and Cherbourg as German resistance wanes while air and sea traffic swell.
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Vichy Admits Revolt In France
In a Paris radio broadcast, arch collaborationist and minister of labor in the Vichy cabinet Dent said there is civil war in France and that French forces of the interior are wrecking transport and disorganizing the food supply while the Vichy militia fights to impose Socialist and national order.
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Deluge of Rain Holds Drive on Paris at Start
Allied forces pressed a fresh push after repelling several German counterattacks. In two sectors they gained ground despite two days of torrential rain that left six inch mud. Canadian and American units seized towns near Caen and Orne while a new spearhead threatened the Carentan Periers road.
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Meadow's Program May Be Adopted For Demo Platform
The eight point Meadow program for governor is being integrated into the Democratic platform at the Charleston state convention. Rep. Joe L. Smith, state Democratic chairman, leads platform talks and a substitute is sought for Col J Hej Ling who is sidelined by a fall.
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Guam Battles See Major American Gains After Counterattacks
US forces repulsed two Japanese counterattacks on Guam and seized key positions around Port Apra. Southern gains included Mt. Alifan and control of a five mile road between Piti and Agana. Units from the third Marine Division and army 7th Infantry led the landings with air and artillery support.
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Allies 14 Miles From Florence Advance On City
Allied columns pressed toward Florence with one force within 14 miles and patrols near Pisa four miles from its leaning tower. German divisions countered, while the fifth army pushed inland toward Tavernelle and the Arno valley as British forces moved toward Sangiovanni.
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Weather West Virginia Bright Sunday Sunny
Sunday in West Virginia brings clear skies and bright sun with moderate temperatures forecast across the state. Highs seen in the mid 70s with light breezes and no precipitation expected through the day. Local residents advised to enjoy outdoor activities while staying hydrated.
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Navy to add nearly 400000 personnel in Pacific drive
Secretary Forrestal announced a war time expansion to boost Navy strength by about 383000 through June 30, 1945, with 194000 enlisted and 189000 more to meet accelerated Japan war aims. Most new personnel will join amphibious and auxiliary ships, raised via selective service and October callups.
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Yank Planes Batter Ploesti in Relentless Bombing
About 750 heavy bombers of the U S 18th Air Force hit Romania's Ploesti oil fields today raising the six day total to over 7 000 Liberators used in strikes on war plants and refineries. An air force spokesman called the Friday to Sunday onslaught the heaviest week in the history of the U S strategic air forces in Europe.
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Junkers Fight Dictator as Nazi Regime Faces Revolt
London reports a Moscow radio appeal for German soldiers and civilians to join the revolt against Hitler. Martial law is said to be declared at Konigsberg as Nazi troops rush in. Hitler calls for loyalty while reports hint at a rival regime led by key generals and a purge of dissenters.
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Hitler Tightens Grip as Support Ebbs in Germany
Washington reports estimate that Hitler’s regime will hold power but with markedly weaker public and military support. Analysts foresee collapse as public morale sours and a future factional struggle could trigger surrender terms. No credible German peace move has emerged despite rumors and failed assassination attempts.
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