Reds Tighten Pincers as Soviets Press Hungary
Moscow launches a broad propaganda campaign urging Hungary to surrender as Red Army forces tighten a pincers offensive into Transylvania and along the Czech Polish frontier. Malinovsky's troops seize Targumures and cross the Mures river, with reports of advances near Oradea and Szeged while Riga battles intensify.
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Moscow
Russia
Hanphury
Red Army
Hitler
Hungary
Transylvania
Ivan Petrov
Czechoslovakia
Rodion Y. Malinovsky
Eastern
Carpathians
Targumures
Mures
Cluj
Malinovsky
Romania
Bucharest
Oradea
Berlin
Szeged
Budapest
Riga
Russia Has A Naval Base In Operation On American Soil
Seattle report alleges Soviet naval base on U S soil used as rendezvous for cargo trans shipments and refuelling of Russian ships. Rep Warren Magnuson says he learned of the operation only recently after direct inquiry to Navy Secretary Forrestal confirmed the base is run by the Soviet government under lend lease terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Postd Intelligencer
Mel Meadows
Warren G. Magnuson
Dwash
Magnuson
House
Naval Affairs Committee
Secretary of Navy
James V. Forrestal
Polish Chief Fired To Satisfy Russia
In London on September 320 General Kazimierz Sosnowski was ousted as Poland’s commander in chief amid pressure from Premier Mikolajczyk and the British. General Bor Komorowski takes over and is viewed as acceptable to Moscow as Rackiewicz signs the decree.
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London
Kazimierz Sosnowski
Poland
Russia
Stanislaw Mikolajczyk
Wladyslaw Rackiewicz
Tadeusz
Bor) Komorowski
Bor
Moscow
Pravda Sees Jap Position Hopeless
The Soviet newspaper Pravda declares Japan in an almost hopeless position as United States production outpaces Japan, and air and naval superiority favor the Allies. The piece marks after the fourth anniversary of the Axis pact and paints the bleakest view yet of Japan’s chances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Berlin
Tokyo
Pravda
Japan
United States
Roosevelt Praises Free Press During National Newspaper Week
President Roosevelt lauds the American free press as a living symbol of democracy and a frontline force in survival and peace. He credits journalists for honest news, supporting soldiers and workers, upholding sacrifice, and abiding by censorship codes while thanking ABETS and SS representatives for their efforts.
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New York
National
Week
Roosevelt
Free Press of America
Newspaper Trade Journal
Press of America
Newspaper Association
Man- Abets
Dempsey In London Hasn't Seen Robots
Jack Dempsey, back in London for the first time in 19 years, says he has not heard buzz bombs and does not want to. He came to meet the Manhattan Beach trainees and assess their progress, noting they have trained to be fighters and taught tricks including knife usage. After the war he expects many good boxers, but currently they are not being taught boxing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Jack Dempsey
Manhattan Beach
Dempsey
U S Bombers Hit German Cities in World War II raids
Western Germany cities Munster Hamm and Bielsfeld were struck by between 750 and 1,000 Fortresses and Liberators, according to headquarters. Manila residents began leaving the city after American air raids, while a evacuation committee offers aid. President Roosevelt will address the Rural Education conference at the White House on October 4, per NAEP and conference officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Munster
Hamm
Bielsfeld
Germany
New York
Tokyo Radio
Manila
Washington
Roosevelt
White House
Charl Ormond Willliams
National Education Association
Growers Fear Further Drop From Rain Delays
Apple growers hindered by today’s showers worry that weeks of rain to swell fruit will cause a heavier drop if the weather remains unsettled. A large grower warns cold then warm shifts could hasten loss before harvest, threatening No 1 grades and value. Peach growers report late varieties rotting on the city market as showers worsen damage. Some growers have already started to prune top grades like Delicious Jonathan and Grimes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonathan
Grimes
Fish and seafood price increases set for Oct to April
The Office of Price Administration announced that many North Atlantic and Pacific fresh fish and seafood will cost two to five cents more per pound at retail beginning October 5, with the higher ceilings in effect through April. Haddock and cod are among the affected items.
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Washington
Office of Price Administration
Smith ejects author at America First press event
In New York on September 30 Gerald L. K. Smith ejected John Roy Carlson author of Under Cover from a press conference. Carlson challenged Smith who called him an agent provocateur and racketeer before shoving him into the hall and threatening him to stay out. Carlson called Smith a faker and phony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Gerrald L. K. Smith
America
Smith
Carlson
Gerald L. K. Smith
English To Have More Fish Soon
London reports more fish for Britain this winter as trawlers released from five years of naval mine sweeping duties rejoin the fishing fleet. The move increases catches and supports the industry amid postwar recovery.
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London
Britain
Realty Sales For The Week Total 160000
The local real estate market posted strong weekly numbers with sales near 160000 and a record number of transactions. Notable transfers include Harry West to Calvin H. Wenner near Wevertor for 2500 and several properties along Carrolton avenue Georgia avenue and Funkstown roads, with prices ranging from 1700 to 7300 and more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry West
Calvin H. Wenner
Wevertor
Nicodemus National Bank
John Henry Jones
George W. Hammond
Carrolton
Frank R. Burnett
Abbott of
Canterbury
Albert J. Miner
Ronald J. West
Funkstown
J. Winger Shank
Arthur F. Knodle
Williamsport Pike
Sadie ¥. Piper
Samuel Webster Piper
Joe George Dialekton
Williamsport Club Sponsors Democrat Workers Meeting
The William D. Byron Democratic Club of Williamsport sponsors a meeting for Democratic workers, women and men, on Tuesday October 3 at 7 30 p m in the recreational building at community park. Harold F. Bester, manager of the Washington county campaign for Democratic candidates, will address the workers. Mayor Richard G. Hawken, club president, will preside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William D. Byron
Democratic Club
Williamsport
Harold F. Bester
Washington County
Richard G. Hawken
Davis Resigns as WPB Vice Chairman
Washington Sep 30 Donald D Davis resigns as War Production Board vice chairman in charge of field operations. J A Krug acting WPB chairman said Davis offered resignation June 30 after helping set up reconversion machinery. James Folger to succeed him, formerly WPB regional director at San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Donald D. Davis
War Production Board
J. A. Krug
WRB
Krug
Davis
WPB
James Folger
San Francisco
Nazi Cruiser Konigsberg Sunk In Harbor Accident
The Norwegian government information office said the 6,000 ton German cruiser Konigsberg was sunk recently in Laksevaag harbor Bergen, apparently from an accident after being moved into a 20,000 ton floating drydock that capsized. The vessel had been sunk by British planes in 1940 but was refloated later.
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Tondon
Laksevaag
Bergen
Daughter of Captain Kohler Killed By Auto In Florida
Delores Ann Kohler two year old daughter of Captain and Mrs George A Kohler of Miami Florida and granddaughter of Dr G A Kohler Smithsburg was killed when struck by an automobile on a Miami street Friday afternoon Dr G A Kohler and Mrs Robert Towson of Smithsburg left for Miami to attend the funeral services Capt Kohler who attended Hagerstown high school and is well known in Hagerstown resides at 1007 Northeast 117 street Miami Florida
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Delores Ann Kohler
George A. Kohler
Miami
Fla
G. A. Kohler
Smithsburg
Robert ¥. Towson
Capt. Kohler
Hagerstown High School
Hagerstown
117 Street
Rent Chief at Hagerstown OPA Resigns to Lead Lumber Firm
Louis A. Sager director of the Hagerstown Area OPA Rent Control office resigns to head Sager Redford Lumber Co. He opened the office in 1942 and took the post in 1943 succeeding George Bohman. John E. France to act as head until a permanent director is named as Baltimore officials review office affairs. Sager cites time demands of wholesale lumber work and notes about 6000 county residents addressed over two years.
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Louis A. Sager
Hagerstown
OPA
Sager-Redford Lumber Co
Sager
George M. Bohman
John E. France
Steien E. D. Gaudreau
Maryland
Rent Control Office
Baltimore
Washington
Farmers Told To Buy Machinery
The county office of the Agricultural Agency advised farmers to proceed with purchases of farm machinery originally applied for. After War Food Administrator Marvin Jones announced the rationing drop, farmers were told to disregard pending applications and buy the machinery wherever available, with over 60 tractors on file. The agency called the change a welcome relief and noted the program’s administrative burden amid war-time supply demands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Agricultural Agency Today
AAA
Marvin Jones
War Food
Saboteurs Destroy Nazi Plant In Norway
A Norwegian government spokesman said the German controlled arms factory at Königsberg Norway was blown up by saboteurs on September 16. The incident underscores resistance activities in occupied Norwegian territory during the conflict.
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Norway
London
Boot Splint Breaks Leg Under Boots in Canon City
In Canon City on September 30, Dan Maranelli suffered a leg injury when a rock rolled onto his leg. Four days later his employer ordered an X ray revealing a clean break in the large bone. The ends were reset and supported by Maranelli's high leather boots.
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Canon City
Colo
Dan Maranelli
Maranell
Wives Describe Polygamy Life In Utah Trial
In Salt Lake City's polygamy conspiracy trial a nurse testified about 22 months as a plural wife, a divorcee described polygamy as estranging her husband, and a teenage girl recounted celestial marriage to another woman's husband. The trial, in its second week, resumes Monday as prosecutors work to identify more defendants amid defense motions challenging proof of a conspiracy to preach and practice polygamy by members of a Fundamentalist sect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Lake City
Brigham E. Roberts
Stage Smashup In Interest Of Safety
The National Safety Council staged a dramatic car crash in Chicago to illustrate safety at the 45 mph wartime limit. An auto from a junk pile was raised by crane to 4174 feet and dropped onto iron slabs, demonstrating impact forces equivalent to a car crashing into a viaduct abutment.
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Chicago
National Safety Council
Council
Army
Happiness Assured Amid Court Contempt Hearing
Stephen Martin, 34, appeared in circuit court in Chicago on a contempt charge for $180 in arrears on alimony and support. Judge Michael Feinberg noted the case and Martin quipped about enjoying county jail life, prompting the judge to remark about extending the row by six months.
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Chicago
Uy - Pr
Stephen Martin
Michael Feinberg
Crewless Fortress Triggers Liverpool Air Raid Alert
A crewless Flying Fortress circled over Liverpool prompting a 20 minute air raid alert as a precaution before the plane finally set course to sea. The crew had bailed out after the bomber developed mechanical difficulties.
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Liverpool
End of Four Year Dover Siege Brings Dover Joy
Vover England sept 30 residents of Dover cheered as official word ended four years of shelling on the city. Flags flew from windows as workers paused to cheer. Thanksgiving services are planned on the beaches with the Archbishop of Canterbury presiding. Loudspeakers announced that long range guns beyond the channel have been captured. The news was broadcast in caves where townspeople sheltered during the bombardment.
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Vover
England
Dove
Dover Strait
Archbishop of Canterbury
Hellfire Corner
Toll And Damage In Bath Raids Revealed
Bath suffered 1272 casualties and 19000 buildings were destroyed in three Nazi raids from April 25 to 27, 1942. British authorities released bomb damage data describing the attacks as Baedeker raids aimed at wiping out England’s famous cities.
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London
Bath
Baedeker
England
Karl Baedeker
Robot Attacks Kill 6 In England
London reports indicate flying bombs killed at least six people in southern counties and the London area as overcast weather aided two separate attacks. One bomb collapsed onto a tenement, killing three residents and wounding 12 others while a residential district scene left three dead and about a dozen homes destroyed. Many casualties included children asleep in their beds as bombs were launched from aircraft over the North Sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
North Sea
September Rainfall Far Above Normal Observed
Keedysville weather observer J A Miller reported September rainfall at 4.76 inches with only hours left in the month. Normal September rainfall is 2.86 inches and this month may exceed by about 2 inches. Last night’s low was 31. Clearing and cooler weather were forecast for tonight with fair skies tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Miller
Study Authority To Inspect School Buses
Baltimore authorities convened four state departments to decide if the state can take over school bus inspections following the Towson accident that injured 16 children. Governor O Conor emphasized action to protect students, rejecting interdepartmental debate.
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Baltimore
O'Conor
Towson
Tom
Allied Forces Break Through Siegfried Line Fortifications
First Army troops pierced the Vosges passes amid rocket and mortar fire while U S troops overwhelmed German armor, claiming at least 113 tanks in two days. Northward, U S First Army breached eight Siegfried Line forts near Prum southwest of Aachen as Holland battles climax with Nijmegen bridge held and Arnhem crossing contested. Calais warfare resumed after a 24 hour lull. Cape Gris Nez fallen to Canadian forces as coast defenses silenced. German commander vows to fight to the last man as Allied troops push toward the Rhine.
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London
Seventh Army
Vosges
Rhine
U. S
U.S
Prum
Aachen
Holland
Calais
Cape Gris Nez
Dover
Folkestone
Dutch Rhine
Arnhem
French Miners Demand Mine Seizure in Paris Fallout
In Paris on September 30, factions debate whether coal mines should be requisitioned or seized with compensation. The Communist daily Humanite argues owners have long been reimbursed, while the Miners Federation calls for outright expropriation citing wartime collaboration and strikes during 1941.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
de Gaulle
Hu‘manite
Minbars” Federation
Myron B Gordon Joins Fairchild as Director and VP
Myron B Gordon formerly vice president and general manager at Wright Aeronautical and vice president of Curtis Wright has been elected a director of Fairchild Engine and Airplane and appointed vice president in charge of operations. Carlton Ward Jr announced Gordon directed large wartime Wright engine production. Gordon served as a World War I second lieutenant in the Signal Corps aviation branch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myron B. Gordon
Wright Aeronautical Corporation
Curtis- Wright Corporation
Fairchild Engine and Airplane Corporation
J Carlton Ward, Jr
Killgchild
Mr. Gordon
Wright
Aviack
Signal Corps
Flash Floods Threaten East Tennessee Deadly Weather
Flash floods swept east Tennessee causing property damage and at least one death. Hundreds evacuated homes in Lake City and Knoxville areas as rains measured up to six inches, with widespread impact across low-lying districts and coastal regions.
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Knoxville
Ten
East Tennessee
Lake City
Pact of the Star
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Ray Edmundson
Illinois
John L. Lewis
United Mine Worker
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Parley
Williamsport Club
Democrat Workers’ Meeting
Captain Kohler
Auto
Florida
R. E. Urquhart
Red Devil
First Army
Siegfried Line
Fairchild
Tennessee
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