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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1943
Page
12
War coverage from Sicily notes growing Allied momentum and public expectation for a major push into the Italian mainland. Madrid dispatches say German leaders expect an invasion program if Sicily proves successful while Nazi defenses in northern Italy are being rushed. Other scenarios remain possible as plans develop.
Classified ad snippets show items for sale including livestock pigs and shoats by E B Clevenger in Clearbrook Virginia and a 1937 DeSoto coupe for 375 dollars. Also lists of real estate corner lot in Winchester, several vehicles including 1941 Chevrolet tonne truck and 1940 Chrysler sedan plus foundation garments and a cash register. Lost items include a rose gold wrist watch and a tan saddle leather billfold with initials D G J. Stray bronzes hens with turkeys.
The piece weighs strategic pros and cons of Allied invasion of Italy. It cites moral boosts, Mediterranean control, and Balkan access as potential benefits, while noting Italy's economic strains and administration challenges. It considers whether Allies will pursue Sicily next or widen operations across Europe.
All persons owing the estate of Mrs Rebecca Elizabeth Funk houser or having claims against said estate are urged to contact the undersigned G G Baker Sergeant Administrator Estate of Elizabeth Funk deceased.
Paul N. Deadwiley, 20, aviation radioman second class USN, waived examination in Police Court and was ordered held for the August grand jury on murder and store breaking charges related to a drug store robbery near Norfolk. Detective Walker and Patrolman Henry M. Scheepers escorted him. His mother in Duncan Oklahoma said she would visit next week.
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