85 Elyrians Inducted Into Army
A fragmented report lists 85 Elyrians inducted into the Army with sixteen joining the camp at Peery. Names include Thompsus Sheets and Daniel Floyd among others, with several dispatched to Camp Pe ford and circles Baker Odialley. Sept 23 reports note readiness for return journeys and reserve status entries for several listed GIs.
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Copling Center
Fae Mee
Camp Peery
Cuningham ‘Trumen
Daniel Floyd
Lloyd Laeere
Tale Nee Right
Peford
Baker Odialley
Hoporl
Phe Sen Wlih
Willim
Etiag
Viedun
Gerald W Conier
Deapy de Hall
AL. Wysayasti
James J Monlariose
Raber Lemar i
Tia
Russians Again Hazardous Device Target Budapest
Russians struck Budapest with a hazardous device injuring two dwellings and causing damage as two outlying buildings were hit by a night raid. Reports say Soviet planes attacked suburbs, but weather and disrupted lines hinder full details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bolizh
Dneludel
Weather Ohio Notes Erratic Tides and Transit Errors
Fragmentary weather note from Ohio cites erratic tides and transport disruptions. Readable names and dates are absent, but the fragment implies coastal conditions impacting travel and commerce.
Japs Lead Major New Guinea Land Advance
Japanese forces push in a major New Guinea land operation nearing Port Moresby as Allied defenders hold and plan counter moves. Gen. MacArthur confirms enemy progress, with infiltration tactics and flank moves across Owen Stanley range toward the Australian base.
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New Guinea
Macarthurs
Port Moresby
Douglas MacArthur
Port Mtoresby
Tromae Kakode
Japan
Owen Stanley
Linut
Cen
Sidney Rowell
Myola Lake District
Rap
Mounain Ieil
Efolyi
Moresby
Jes
Revenue Bill Alters Surtax Rates in New Plan
The Finance committee altered House approved surtax figures on the new revenue bill in Kehinn Quidra. The changes lower the rate on low income and raise it for higher earners, estimating about $33,000,000 in revenue. Treasury projects up to 32,000 for some filers and a 10 percent rate on certain rises, with Senate support and mixed committee actions affecting overall economics.
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Sevale
Kehinn Quidra
Treasury
Garriend Yy Suis
Senate + sons
Burns Fatal To Coast Guardsman At Lorain
Three men were injured in a Lorain incident involving Coast Guardsman Edward Ty Beeson 23 of Springfield and Seaman Ebner Phillips of Canton. Coxswain Michael Demko and others were aboard when a burn-related accident occurred in the locker area with several crew members sustaining injuries.
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Coast Guardsman
Lorain
Ya Ty
Edward Ty Beeson
Coyarlees
Tou
Burns
Wien
Timete Charlee
Ula
Michael Demko
Edward 23
Springfield
Claes Seaman
Ebner Phillips
Canton
Kr Burns
Pelice Locker
Otto H Baker Amherst Man Passes Away
Amherst G Sept 10 Otto H Baker a well known Amherst man died at his home on Main Street at 2 p m after a long illness. He lived here many years and was connected with local affairs and the church. He leaves a widow and several children. Funeral arrangements were incomplete.
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Otto H. Baker
Amherst
Baker
Main Street
Tennystows
Ars
Clarente Rera
Bony
St. Peter's
Germans Open A Renewed General Drive on Stalingrad
Moscow dispatch reports the German army launched a broad general attack on all sectors west and southwest of Stalingrad. Despite initial Polish, Soviet counterattacks repulsed German tank assaults and infantry advances, with heavy fighting near villages. Russian forces repelled several German tank breakthroughs and began to force retreats, while the Luftwaffe supported continued bombardment.
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Moscow
Stalingrad
Adolf Hiver
Hoever
Izvrstia
Stalins
Three-Star Service Family Fulfills Nation’s Call
The Lear family of Elyria earns a three star service designation as William J. Lear departs Pittsburgh to join the Army, joining brothers Elton Flear in the Merchant Marine and John Lear in the Army. Elton and Jona were formerly with Bendix Westinghouse Automotive, while William moved with K. and S. Tool Manufacturing.
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Ruth Lear
Lake Avenue
William J. Lear
Pittsburgh
Army
Elyria
Lear
Elton Flear
Merchant Marine
New
Thousands Will March In Parade Here
Elyria plans a large Parade for Victory on September 24 with potential 5000 to 6000 marchers. The Chamber of Commerce committee reported growing participation from businesses, organizations, and foreign groups. About 14 women’s groups are definite participants and 30 more expect to join after upcoming meetings. Schools may field up to 2500 children, and many civic and fraternal groups plan floats and displays. Continued on Page 2.
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Elyriv
Chamber of Commetce
Latesk
Elyria
Merlings
For Bren
Plannig
Mareny
Berausse
Tony Rovtr
Floyd, Shaw
Republican Central Committee
Republican County
Army Air Force
Clark Street
Shaw
Harold Covaull
Lorain
Elyria City
Harold Hursch
Columbia Station
Waller Day
Brighton
Gorain
Frank E. Stevens
Elyria Dirocney
Board of Elections
Tell
Nosum
Frank A. Stetson
Stetson
Siestien
Carapel Air
Secretary of State
Plan
Sat
Ton
Ianan
Oberlin Graduate Recalls Half Year in Hong Kong Camp
Oberlin graduate Dr. Moser and colleagues describe a six month stay inside a Hong Kong concentration camp during the siege of Hong Kong. He recalls fear, bombardment, and the arrival of Japanese forces, detailing civilian conditions, evacuation attempts, and isolation from outside aid.
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Oberlin
Hong Kong
Oberland
T. Wyger
Io Orhan
Shanti
Saturda
Hank! Howe
Aaich
Hang Keg
Jost Intergensiner
Moser
Falinn- Kapri Qend Vo
Mh Micu
Alf Tenepati
China
Troyinec
Ann
Mothe F. Ist
Yeore
Forced Savings Necessary Says Morgenthau
Secretary Morgenthau said forced savings would be needed to supplement voluntary bond purchases to fund wartime costs. He indicated he would pursue a plan with Congress if the tax bill failed to provide a method, insisting forced savings may be necessary to curb inflation and support national finances.
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Washingnton
Secretary of Treasury
Morgenthau
Sail
Fuhie
Moorenthau
Wwe
Congress
Elf
Two Men Plead Guilty in Fatal Traffic Accidents
Two men admitted to charges of felonious driving resulting from crashes that killed several people. The court heard pleas before Judge Guy J. Fruitleay at the county courthouse. Details in the record reference a vehicle collision on Pond Street and related traffic sequence, with authorities noting the fatalities and charges.
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Guy J. Fruitleay
TL Dear
Pond Street
Elgaia
Germany Aims to Seize French Fleet Amid Tension
The British Press Association reports a sensational claim that Germany seeks control of the French fleet. Via spokes reports Adolf urged fleet action in a message to Marechal Philippe Petain.
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Germany
Londan
Sop Wana
British Prose Association
Dateday
Press Association
Spire
Adolf
Marechal Hen
Philipae Metain
British Forces Land on Madagascar West Coast
British forces have landed on the west coast of Madagascar amid daylight air sweeps. Reports place forces south to Morondava as operations extend along the coast, with official notices confirming landings and advancing positions.
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R.A. F
Madagascar
France
Vichy
Madi
Igascar
Moron Iglava
Pd al Maiuinza
Aml
Baruch Lead Roosevelt Report Urges Rubber Conservation Measures
A Baruch chaired group presented a report to President Roosevelt urging national rubber conservation. It calls for a speed limit on trucks, nationwide fuel restrictions, periodic vehicle inspections, and a plan to expand Buna-S synthetic rubber capacity. The panel suggests a voluntary conservation program and rapid implementation through government agencies.
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Washington
Rouse Rubber
Bern Baruch
Roosevelt
Tran i
Ttc
Baruch
James B. Conant
Harvard University
D T. Compton
Theachusetts Institute of Tech
Uie
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Atosca
England
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Elyrians
Budapest
Ohio
Hum
Eid Tran
Berta Qwlilah
London
Red Cross
Felt
Eleanor B. Stevenson
Stamford
Conn
Patrcia Marinett
Adelande Johnson
New York City
Eileen Tyler
Los Angeles
Bronfardment Beean
Pyreen
Perea
G.O.P. Group
Stevens
Sifuliye Gquynes
Todas
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