Nazi Gamble To Try To Defeat Russia Forecast
London dispatch reports an imminent German offensive across the 25 mile front near Belgorod Kharkov and the Sea of Azov. Military experts foresee 2.5 million troops from Germany and allied states, with aim on the Caucasus, risking Hitler’s leadership if the push fails.
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Famdon Daily Herald
Stockholm
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Hungary
Youngest Fisher Brother Dies in Detroit Hospital
Howard A. Fisher, 40, youngest of the seven Fisher Brothers whose name is linked to the auto industry, died last night at Henry Ford Hospital. He had served as a leader in the family business and financial policy for the Fisher Group. his wife Justine and family were at the bedside.
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Australian officer Lieut Smart to represent Australia
Melbourne reports Lieut. Gen EK Smart is assigned to represent Australia in the war effort. The fashion of dispatches notes his strip to Washington and official duties with the Kew Path War unit. Details remain unclear due to damaged text.
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Scarlet Fever Outbreak in Ravenna Area Strikes Workers
Health officials report a scarlet fever outbreak affecting Ravenna ordnance plant workers and trailer camp residents. Dr. A Connell notes 31 cases but says spread is under control with only one new case this week. linked to new families moving into the area near Newton Falls. Seaton Falls schools planned a Spring vacation. water depth reports in Sydney and San Francisco also noted in separate AP dispatches.
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Northeast Ohio Weather Morning Brief
Northeast portion reports light wind and mild temperatures today. Overnight lows near the mid forties, highs around the upper fifties. Partly cloudy skies with a slight chance of early morning drizzle.
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Anticipate Great Naval Battle Off Norwegian Coast
Naval citules warn Germany may bid to cut Allied supply routes to Russia by sea. Britain guards the Norwegian coast against Tirpitz and other ships seeking open sea access. Allies brace for a potential large sea battle near the northwest coast as Arctic convoys to Murmansk and Archangel continue.
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Archancel
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Atlantic
Gas as a Desperate Axis Tactic in War Narrative
The article discusses the possibility of Axis use of poison gas as a last resort to gain a quick edge, noting historical precedents from 1915 and later, the risks of retaliation, and the limited, temporary effects of gas in combat. It cites Germany at Ypres, Italy and Ethiopia eras, and Japan in Burma, stressing readers’ cautious doubt about gas utility and strategic value.
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Miliary
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China
Japan
Burma
Germany
Building Inspector Returns to Desk After Absence
Building inspector back at his desk after absence. Three other workers covered duties at the office, while the regular staff handled records at home. In the past month six new dwellings tested and $115,000 in new valuations. 163,000 in permits issued total. A single-family dwelling permit was issued for 227 Hrandston Avenue for a frame house with a raised foundation, estimated cost 8000.
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Howe
Free French Forces Under MacArthur Take Pacific Command
London April 1 reports Free French troops in the Pacific placed under General Douglas MacArthur, with Misima in Australia announced as a command area. The move consolidates Allied command structure in the region.
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U S Navy Builds Mosquito Boat Force Off Panama
The United States Navy has developed a fleet of Mosquito Boats as an advancing defense near the Panama area. Units operate from fixed bases with ashore structures, remain in constant radio contact with Canal Zone headquarters, and train for rapid assault maneuvers against enemy ships while staying afloat most of the time.
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Philips Pines
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Russia Spotlight in Washington at Russian Relief Concert
Washington April 1 A capacity crowd at Constitution Hall attended a Boston Symphony Orchestra concert to aid Russian relief. The hall featured Russian and American emblems while spectators cheered as the Star Spangled Banner followed the Internationale. Russian ambassador Maxim Litvinov and wife were greeted. Senate leader Alben Barkley urged more aid to Mussolini.
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Warnings issued to dog owners over sheep killings
County official Lee Minkler warned dog owners at Willie Ahnrs farm Welln Jon about dogs posing a deadly danger to flocks. He urged keeping dogs under control, especially at night, as the wardens prepare patrols to reduce the threat to pasture sheep and livestock.
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Health authorities at St. Mary's face probe over water quality
In Columbus Ohio April authorities charged St. Marys city health officials with apparent neglect to fix unsanitary water conditions blamed for a mild outbreak of dermatitis. A State Sanitary Engineer report found city wells improperly treated for months, as the outbreak involving dozens of residents began to subside per Dr. Markwith.
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Bertha Behrens 40 years with Elyria Chronicle Telegram
Mrs. Bertha Behrens recalls forty years of service with the Elyria Chronicle Telegram and its predecessors in Elyria journalism. She worked as a typesetter, proofreader and in circulation, knowing hundreds of carriers and their families. Her career began April 1, 1902, in Elyria, with prior stints in Norwalk Oberlin and the Oberlin Tribune.
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Bertha Ahrens
Chronicle-Telegram
Elyria
Cation
Elyria Chronicle
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J. F. Burke
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Elyse
Chronicle
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Behrens
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Oberlin
Oberlin News
Oberlin Tribune
Postpone Action On Labor Legislation
Washington April 1 administration sought agreement to postpone action on labor legislation until April to permit an informal release like the House plan. Opposition of some influential members blocked the arrangement after Senate rejected an attempt by Senator O Daniel to abolish average fas and the closed shop on government contracts for the duration of the war. O Daniel offered his proposal as a rider to the pending bill to widen legal business.
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Sendla
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O'Daniel
Tom Connally
Wary
Ohio motorists warned on 1952 license plates rollout
Wallace urged drivers to swap to the new green and white plates starting today as steel priorities halt production. He warned driving with old plates risks fine and noted Ohio will likely use new plates for wartime duration.
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Wallace
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U.S. Steps Up War Against Axis U Boats
Vice Admiral H. E. Ingersoll, commander of the Atlantic Fleet, reports growing U.S. effort against Axis U boats. He describes the Atlantic battle as a grind and vows continued convoy protection and offensive warfare with new destroyers, anti-submarine craft, escort ships, and planes.
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Atlantic
Conneaut High 8 Students Strike Over Principal Change
About 490 Conneaut High School students refused to attend classes and demonstrated on April 1 protesting the demotion of Henry from school principal to senior teacher. The picketers marched, displaying placards reading "We want Henry" as they tried to serenade staff, while parents reportedly approved the action.
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Mice
Chinese Break Through Jap Lines Near Toungoo Front
Outnumbered Chinese forces lacking artillery or air support break through Japanese lines northeast of Toungoo to join main Chinese armies north of Toungoo. The maneuver, despite heavy bombardment and siege conditions, marks a tactical success and aids defense plans for Mandalay plains. The city of Toungoo faced weeks of isolation as Chinese troops maneuvered behind the Rangoon Mandalay railway to support the breakout.
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Japanese Assault On Bataan Drives Bloody Night Fighting
Waves of Japanese assault troops launched a heavy night offensive against Lieut. Gen. Jonathan M. Wainwright on the Bataan Peninsula. American Filipino defenders halted the attack after savage hand to hand fighting, with 23 Japanese planes shot down. The barrage followed days of intensive bombing and shelling aimed at eroding American lines around Manila Bay and Corregidor. The War Department noted a formal Japanese apology for bombing a U S hospital in Bataan amid the wider clash.
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War Production Shift Urges Full War Economy
In Washington on April 1 industries converting to war output report 797.5 workers employed last year as plants switch to munitions and weapons. wartime manufacturing aims to produce weapons and materiel while civilian goods halt. Officials warn there are not enough plants machines or workers to support both civilian and war needs.
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Japan
Enogh
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Cabinet advised on Indian reaction to postwar status
Reported tonight that Sir Stafford Cripps told the British cabinet India might accept greater home defense voice to avoid rejection of plans for independence. Sources say majority Congress factions demand radical changes and oppose continued British control of Indian defense until after the war.
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Many Students To Take Tests For Scholarship
Lorain County high school students face county tests next Tuesday at Clearview to select the county scholarship team of 32 and eight for the commercial subjects team. If all schools enter the maximum, over 600 students may compete across 17 subjects for the scholarship spots, with tie-break eliminations or extra tests as needed.
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Emmry
Kent
Clearview
War Production Board Urges Trade In Of Old Toilet Tubes
A War Production Board rule effective immediately requires buyers to trade in an old shaving cream or toothpaste tube when purchasing a new one. The program aims to reduce wartime tube production by recycling used containers. Details describe unvacated or finealive tubes and the broad move to conserve materials across toiletries.
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Washington
War Production Board
Torpedoed Ship Sinks in Minutes Off Virginia Coast
UPR Sarofa torpedoed and sank rapidly after a single hit, leaving three minutes to evacuate. The medium sized vessel, Panamanian-registered, disappeared with most crew unable to reach lifeboats. Two dead and 35 missing. 13 survivors rescued after drift of over 45 hours to an operating base, hospitalized for exposure and injuries.
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UPR Sarofa
Oval
Offensive On Jap Invasion Bases Continues
General MacArthur's Headquarters reports ongoing Allied air offensive against Japanese invasion bases in New Guinea. American and Australian bombers scored direct hits on Balae tana airfield while facing tropical storms. Curtin announced two days of air warfare knocked out 18 enemy aircraft, damaged a Japanese ship, and hit invasion base buildings. Australian advisory council studied Pacific strategy as MacArthur began coordinating defense plans with Curtin and Army Minister Forde. informants note allied fighters and bombers use coordinated tactics learned in the Middle East and Pacific.
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Francis M. Forde
Thomas Blamey
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Middle East
Bombs Dropped On Gibraltar Prompt No Casualties
An enemy bomber, flying high, dropped bombs on Gibraltar early today but was quickly engaged by defense forces. There were no casualties or damage reported.
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