Ninth Army Advances Toward Berlin Close to Elbe
Allied forces push through central Germany as Ninth Army closes within 45 miles of Berlin in a 60 mile armor offensive crossing the Elbe. Duisburg falls in the Ruhr pocket while Third Army reaches Jena and nears Leipzig. First Army tanks approach along the Golden Meadows toward Zeitz as Second Armored fights on the Elbe’s eastern bank.
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Paris
Ninth Army
Berlin
Elbe River
Elbe
Tangermuende
Duisburg
Europe
Germany
Ninth
Ruhr
Erfurt
Jena
Leipzig
Czechoslovakia
William H. Simpson
George 8. Patton, Jr
First Army
Golden Meadows
Weisse River
Zeitz
Third Army
Magdeburg
Denmark
Hamburg
Luebeck
Seventy one killed as tornadoes sweep Oklahoma
Oklahoma counted 71 dead and hundreds homeless after twisters struck 12 cities and rural areas. Antlers led with 47 deaths followed by Muskogee 14 as Red Cross mobilized in Antlers and Will Rogers Army Air Field provided a portable power plant. Arkansas reported two dead at Dora and one near Fayetteville.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Arkansas
Morrisville
Muskogee
Hulbert
Red Oak
Greenwood Sun
Rowland
Dora
Fayetteville
Red Cross
Paul Osborn
Antlers
Army
Will Rogers Army Air Fie
American forces sweep major Philippine islands invasion
Manila April 13 American troops from the Americal Division invaded Bohol and pressed inland toward Tagbilaran while 13th Air Force bombers and light naval craft supported. Guerrillas held much of the island as Marianas advance continued elsewhere with slow battles in northern Luzon and rapid advances in southern Luzon toward Calauag and Camalig.
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Manila
Philippine Islands
Americal
Bohol
Tagbilaran
Douglas MacArthur
William H. Arnold
Cebu
Roosevelt Called Chief Criminal By German Press
German press dispatch quoted by DNB and relayed via FCC brands President Roosevelt as a dictator and war criminal. Tokyo spokesmen warned his death could shift U S policy while Japanese broadcasts predicted no quick drop in American fighting power. The agency warned Germans not to read political mirages but rely on hard military realities.
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Associated Press
DNB
Federal Communications Commission
Roosevelt
Tokyo
Sadeo Iguchi
United States
FCC
America
Germany
Public Sale Notice for J. P. Arthur and H. D. Robinson
Auction announces sale of personal property by J. P. Arthur and H. D. Robinson on April 18 at 10 A. M. See local advertisement for details and terms.
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J. P. Arthur
H. D. Robinson
South End Fire Co Auction Set For April 13 1945
Fire company hosts a Friday night event on April 13 at 8 30 p m with a 150 dollar door prize and other prizes. Proceeds support the South End Fire Co and related fundraisers.
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South End Fire Co
Fpriday Nnto
Wiener’s 20 Off Coats and Suits
A note announces 20 percent off coats and suits at Wiener’s, a local shop, under an advertising header dated April 11. It highlights sale prices and apparel items available during the promotion.
Flags In Virginia At Half Mast
Virginia military and naval personnel observe half mast across stations and ships for 30 days to honor the president. At Richmond Army Air Base memorial services are set for Roosevelt's funeral day. Camp Pickett dispatches troops to towns en route to Washington. Camp Lee and McGuire Hospital also hold memorial observances with flag traditions adjusted.
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Virginia
Richmond Army Air Base
Roosevelt
White House
Raab
Chatham
Altavista
Danville
Washington
Charlottesville
Pickett
Camp Lee
Third Service Command
McGuire General Hospital
Winchester observes half staff in mourning for Roosevelt
At half staff in Winchester flags fly in mourning for President Roosevelt. Schools in the city and county operate as usual, with many institutions observing a memorial. Continued on Page 2. Col. 3
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Winchester
Roosevelt
British Drive Ahead Steadily in Lower Po Valley
Rome reports Allied forces of the Eighth Army pushing forward with light opposition along the Po valley after repelling counterattacks near the Santerno river beachheads. Fifth Army units meet little resistance as they extend advances on the opposite flank. Allied air forces pound Argenta as 16 planes miss from 2,650 Mediterranean sorties.
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Rome
Eighth Army
Lowe Po
Santerno River
Fifth Army
Lake Comacchio
Mante
Logastrino
Bastia
Santerno
Enmy
Argenta
Ferrara
Mediterranean Air Force
Thunder Shower Forecast Extends Five Day Outlook
The five day outlook from Saturday April 14 to Wednesday April 18 forecasts Zone 4 showers and scattered thunderstorms on Saturday with clearing and cooler conditions Sunday. Monday and Tuesday look fair with showers possible Wednesday. temperatures run a bit above normal. Zone 5 expects clearing Saturday and cooler weather, followed by near normal Sunday and Monday, with rain likely Tuesday and clearing Wednesday.
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West Virginia
Day of Mourning Proclaimed for Roosevelt by Truman
President Truman declared a national day of mourning for Franklin D Roosevelt to be observed Saturday across the United States. The proclamation urged Americans to attend worship services and pay tribute, while government offices would close after noon and flags fly at half staff through May 14.
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Washington
Harry S. Truman
Franklin D. Roosevelt
United States
State Department
Mr. Truman
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
The
United
Truman Met By Sad Groups
President Truman arrived at the White House at 9 am to begin his first full day as chief executive. A solemn crowd gathered near his residence as he left, offering only waves rather than cheers. He traveled with Lt. Gen. E A Holland and AP reporter Ernest B. Vaccaro, facing a day of overwhelming problems. The White House said he would not officially see the press until Monday.
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Washington
Truman
White House
Connecticut Avenue
E. A. Holland
Office of Inter-American Affairs
Ernest B. Vaccaro
Associated Press
Pennsylvania Avenue
Delicious Candies At Valley News Stand In Parade
Candy sale note announces Delicious Candys now available at Valley News Stand 30 E Piccadilly St with hours. A help wanted ad seeks applicants over 16 for cleaning room duties at Ley & Carper with application details.
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Valley Newstand
E. Piccadilly St
Applyley & Carper
House of Commons Honors Roosevelt Death In Silent Session
In London on April 13 Parliament adjourned briefly to mourn President Roosevelt. Prime Minister Churchill, pale and weary, called him a great departed statesman and war leader. Eden was poised to attend the funeral as Britain weighs Truman’s policy and aims amid wartime memory. Americans in the hall filled with tribute as the House prepared for formal ceremonies on Tuesday.
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London
House of Commons
Roosevelt
Churchill
Britain
Truman
Eagles Initiation Honoring Armed Forces Members
On Sunday April 15 at 3 00 P M a class initiation will be held in the Aerie Room to honor members serving in the armed forces. All members and new candidates are urged to attend. Refreshments will follow in the social rooms. Secty 4 13 lp 11
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Aerie
Roosevelt death draws worldwide tribute and pledge for peace
Senator Byrd of Virginia said Roosevelt’s death in Warm Springs Georgia is mourned globally. He urged Americans to dedicate themselves to carrying out his plans for permanent world peace.
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Roosevelt
Warm Springs
Byrd
Virginia
Japan
Germany
America
Russian Troops Advance on Bruenn and Vienna Fall
Soviet forces move toward Brno after breaching links to Vienna in eight days of street fighting. Moscow reports spearheads near Brunn and heavy combat in Leopoldstadt as Nazis prepare a final stand in the Danube corridor.
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London
Bruenn
Brno
Vienna
Moscow
Brutenn
Moravia
Feordor I
Tolbukhins
Truman calls top military chiefs as he begins presidency
President Truman convened a high level meeting with Fleet Admirals Leahy and King and General Marshall along with Stimson and Forrestal to review the war situation. He announced a proclamation for a day of mourning for Franklin D Roosevelt and began assembling aides including Hugh Fulton to assist in the executive offices.
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Washington
Truman
White House
William D. Leahy
Roosevelt
Ernest J. King
George C. Marshall
Army
Stimson
Navy
Forrestal
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Warm Springs
Fga
Hugh Fulton
New York
Fulton
Senate War Investigating Committee
Last Day to Buy 1945 46 Virginia Auto Tags
Tomorrow is the final opportunity to obtain the new 1945 46 Virginia license plates at the Chamber of Commerce office. Andrew Bell notes many motorists may still need to purchase tags before Sunday midnight. Winchester tags are sold at the Commissioner of Revenue's office with 1,275 sold to date.
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Andrew Bell
Virginia
Bell
Chamber of Commerce
Commissioner of Revenue
C. P. McVicar
Roosevelt Death Sets Nation in Mourning Train to Washington for Friday Funeral
The body of President Franklin D Roosevelt died suddenly yesterday afternoon is en route on a 23 hour train to Washington for funeral services on Saturday. Two thousand soldiers from Fort Benning provide an honor guard as Mrs Roosevelt travels by plane to Fort Benning and then joins the train. Funeral at the White House will be followed by burial at Hyde Park New York with simple ceremonies as decreed by the President.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
Wall Springs
Washington
Hyde Park
N. Y
Ft. Bennington
Fort Benning Infantry and
Panchute School
Fred L. Walker
Roosevelt
Fort Benning
Columbus
Stephen T. Barry
White House
T. McIntire
Navy
William D. Hassett
Buila
Roosevelt Library
Supreme Court
Angus Dup
Governor Expresses Sorrow Over Roosevelt Death
Virginia leaders react to President Roosevelt’s death in Warm Springs Georgia. Governor Darden returns to Richmond from Mobile after a conference with Alabama and Mississippi governors. Messages of condolence go to Mrs Roosevelt as state flags go to half staff.
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Associa Press
Virginia
Roosevelt
Darden
Richmond
Mobile
Ala
Sparks
Alabama
Thomas L. Bailey
Mississippi
Willians
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James Long
Philippines
Richard Bergholz
Luzon
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Atimonian
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Bicol
158Th
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Marty S. Truman
House Commons
Eden
British Empire
Alex H. Singleton
Bulletin
Marshal Stalin
Vien
Tal
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W. Cork
Dia
U. S
Harold Oliver
Roosevelt Fung
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