Organization For Defense Is Near Completion
The Civilian Defense organization nears completion with JON. Rassler appointed chief of maintenance of vital supplies. The division includes rescue squads shelters gas mask distribution emergency feeding and housing clothing and mass evacuation. Mrs A E Sherman oversees feeding Ralph Young housing and Mrs H W Pond clothing. The Elytia Sevens survey is finishing and many contacted people are urged to call Mrs C A Olsen if not reached. A Medical Services Group meeting led by Dr Nichols and Dr Fawcett was held with Red Cross and hospital officials present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jon. Rassler
A. E. Sherman
Ralph Young
H. W. Pond
Rassler
C. A. Olsen
Medical Services
Nicholas
Fawcett
Swan
Neely Powers
Miss Metcalf
The
Red Cross
Maston
Patterson
Memorial Hospital
Nichols
Giardd Robinson
Pr. Wilson
Olsen
Richard Stevens
Weather forecast note with partial OCR text
A fragmentary weather note notes a slowly rising temperature with a nightward trend not as cool as last night. It mentions light rain or unsettled conditions in the southwest portion and references market listings on page two.
Noon Day Lenten Services To Be Held At Theater
Moa meeting of the Ministerial Association of Elyria discussed the church and religion role in the present war crisis. They plan noon day services at the Rivoli theater each Tuesday during Lent from 12 to 2, conducted by local ministers with short addresses. The main aim is prayers for peace, war sufferers, armed forces, and a Christian heart and mind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moa
Ministerial Association of
Elyria
Ministerial Association
Rivoli
Youth Accidentally Shot In Hand in Wellington Farm
Floyd Whitney of Wellington was accidentally shot in his right palm when a 410 shotgun discharged while he was milking cows with his father. He aimed at a rat, fired, and the gun discharged as it was being replaced. Whitney was taken to a local doctor and then to Elyria Memorial Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Floyd Whitney
Wellington
Whitney
Elyria Memorial
Red Army Breaks Nazi Tank Attacks and Advances West
Soviet war dispatches report a major breakthrough against German tank counter-attacks as Red Army forces push west from Moscow toward Smolensk and White Russia. Guerrilla and frontline actions yield towns captured, heavy German losses, and continued western advance with significant enemy destruction reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Moscow
White Russia
British Exchange Telegraph
Leningrad
Kharkov
Red Army
Smolensk
Vitebsk
Radio
Kalinin Front
Germans Force Way Past The Dover Coast
British and German forces clash as a German fleet steams past the Dover coast. British aircraft and ships pursued the vessels after a heavy daylight raid on the east coast. Churchill faces mounting criticism as naval experts assess potential damage and strategic implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scharnhorst
Straits of Dover
Brest
France
Acme
Dover Coast
London
Northsea
Dover
Winston Churchill
Mindes
Helguland Bay
Dover Strait
Ark Derdag
Ihen
Helgolant
Churchill
North Sea
Taver
Haven
Velgoland
Admiralty
Air Ministry
Singapore
Devastating Attack on Jap Islands Aims to Shield Allied Shipping
The United States Navy conducted a bold raid on the Japanese held Marshall and Gilbert Islands, destroying a 17,000 ton carrier, four other warships, 11 auxiliaries, and numerous aircraft. The operation weakens the threat to Pearl Harbor and protects Allied shipping lanes in the southwest Pacific. The raid marks the first major U.S. fleet offensive in the Pacific, with potential connections to prior Pearl Harbor bomber bases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States Navy
Marshal and
Gilbert Islands
Dan
Pearl Harbor
Southwest Pacific
Marshall and
Gilbert
Wake Island
Pacific
United States
Marshall Islands
U. S
City to Bid for Parking Meters to Boost Revenue
City council considers bidding for installation and rental of parking meters to raise funds and offset a heavy budget shortfall. A meter company rep indicated meter prices rise March 1, affecting planned purchases and potential revenue of about 22 thousand dollars yearly from 290 meters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Approv Council
Paul
Eminer
Thay
Hundred Men To Take Part In Scrap Collecting
Approximately 400 men volunteered to collect scrap in Lorain county rural areas under the Lorain County American Legion. The drive continues tomorrow if not finished, with Monday and Tuesday as backups. Residents are asked to have metal ready when called. funds will aid tuberculosis care and defense needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain County
Omorrow
Japanese Bomb Own Infantry On Bataan
The War Department disclosed that Japanese dive bombers, aiding MacArthur’s forces on Bataan, mistakenly bombed their own infantry and caused friendly fire within the Philippine defense. Japanese planes were shot down by MacArthur’s anti air defenses as the Japs escalated patrols to disrupt retreating Allied troops on the peninsula.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bataan
Washington
Douglas MacArthur
War Department
MacArthur
Raaun
Hem
Japan
Maes Artin Ap Te Hatha Am
Vietnas
Erraneers Japin
Goa
Akita Naras
Cocky American Soldiers Seek Offense in Philippines War
Frank Wewlett reports with General MacArthur's 5th Army in the Philippines. Fragmented text describes American and Filipino troops advancing, air support with P-40s, and harsh jungle fighting against Japanese forces. Mentions casualties, reinforcements, and a push described as a strong offensive effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Wewlett
MacArthur
Philippines
Amerikan Dad Felgarey
Japan
Theo
Bomb battered Singapore still holds its lines defense
British communique reports intensified air and artillery assaults outside Singapore City. Despite Japanese claims of entry, fighting continues at three miles west and northwest. Forces hold eastern third of island from Pasir Panjang to central reservoirs, with heavy shelling on forward areas near Ang Mo Kio and Pasir Panjang and British forces firing on the island forts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
U.R
Singapore
Pasir Panjan
Ang Mo Kio
Singapore City
Pasir Panjang
Singapore Town
Malayan
Johore
Elend
Changi
Councilman to be named Monday at regular meeting
Council will fill the Fourth Ward vacancy caused by Adal bert Robson’s death. Appointment will be from applications filed with the clerk and no floor nominations will be allowed. Voting will be by ticket ballot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Ward
Adalbert Robson
S. N. Black
Thart
Councyl
Geck
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Hitler
England
Y Organization For Defense
Evening News
Charles II
Britain
Laries
New York
John D Bulkeley
Navy
Subic Bay
Lewis Harden
James P. Devereux
Heroic Marine
fAcme Telephoto
Im-Talk Varinus Cuties Oise
HEV
Bulletin
Teta
Nantes
Rae
Roy Formver
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