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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1944
Page
4
Italian war front in September 1943 described as overshadowed by larger strategic moves. U S and Allied patrols near Viareggio engage German forces with several skirmishes. three Germans killed and Nazi positions reported to have 24 more Nazis later in the day. Commanders Hamp ton L Isle and staff coordinate reinforcements including tanks to bolster the area.
Pvt. Charles J. Simmons was killed in action in Southern France on September 14. The 18 year service member had served 18 months overseas including Italy. He attended St Mary’s School and worked for The Ladders Co. prior to enlistment. Emily Sweeney, engaged to Simmons, received his letter the day of the death. He leaves two brothers in service and several other survivors including a sister in New York City.
Report describes Allied advances north from Pisa with action near Gothic Line. Marines reported crossing a canal several miles north of Viareggio discovering two German machine gun nests in an air bomb crater. Four enemy soldiers and one machine gun were killed after an hour of fighting.
Miss Flossie Ratoon undergoes thyroid operation at the Sa Mariien Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. John Hill spend a few days in Buffalo visiting their daughter Mrs. Kenneth Banks and family. Mrs. Wright W. Cottrell jr and kin return to Watertown after time with Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Cottrell sr. Mrs. Paul Seward of Elmhurst L I cares for her ill mother Mrs. Gertrude Gannon at home. Rev. James B. Schofield has left the Presbyterian Church ministry to join the Army chaplaincy and departed for Camp Devens. Mrs. Peter McNulty receives an orchid from son Peter serving in the Pacific war zone. The orders received in perfect form.
Wanantskill Mrs Harold Hyde of Ashcroft Street is at Leonard Hospital after an operation. Emmett Van Wert is improving at home on Atlantic Avenue while his wife Mrs Van Wert was moved to the hospital for treatment.
Dewey Peter J. Murphy of this city was named county chairman of a veterans committee for Dewey Bricker Cur ran in New York's Third Judicial District. He said appointments of veterans in various towns of The count and wards in Troy will be made soon with plans for a series of veterans meetings. Local officials from Athenvy County attended the meeting and discussed forthcoming actions.
Senator Burton warns that reservations are being used to block a League of Nations. He urges that treaty ratification be shared with the House to give the people a voice. Burton argues two thirds approval is required and that delay harms U S participation.
Bugere Gorman Wettsboro and Ulster wake J Miller Kingston as Adécessing to form groups that will inform voters about war veterans' legislation. The speaker says the President's attitude to veterans has shown consistent opposition and urges a meeting to discuss the position.
British newspapers lauded Wendell Willkie after his presidential bid. The Daily Telegraph called him forthright and warmhearted, embodying the authentic spirit of a great nation. The News Chronicle headlined Citizen of the World, praising his global vision.
The Daily Brief laments the death of a notable American figure. Citizens of many lands mourn a great man with a large vision. Britain honors Wendell Willkie as a friend and influential presence in global affairs.
There was statesmanship of the highest order. He told his people the truth that Britain was the last citadel in Europe defending Doth.
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