Carrier Franklin Returns to War After Battle Damages
The aircraft carrier Franklin, damaged but under her own power, arrives at the Brooklyn Navy Yard for repairs and will rejoin the war against Japan. In the Inland Sea attack, 341 were killed, 431 missing, and many wounded as fires raged across the flight deck. The ship’s chaplain Lt. Comdr. Joseph O Callahan was cited for bravery amid the blaze.
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Pope Haley Washington
Franklin
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Japan
Nippon
Pittsburgh
Newport
Newport News
Navy
Joseph O’callahan
Boston
James L. Fuelling
Indianapolis
Donald A. Gary
Milesbare Ave
Oakland
Calif
States
Mildred McAfee
Osa
Leyte Gulf
Soldier Ambrose Safe After Plane Downing Over France
Mrs. June Ambrose received word this morning from her husband Staff Sgt Emile Ambrose that he is safe and well after being a prisoner of war of the Germans since June 14 1944 when his plane was shot down over France. Prior to service he worked for Novick Transfer Company.
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June Ambrose
Emile Ambrose
France
Novick Transfer Company
Marks To Speak At Kernstown Church Service
A. R. Marks will lead Sunday night services at Kernstown Methodist Church with a special message. The invitation is extended to the entire community.
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Marks
Kernstown Church
Kernstown Methodist Church
A. R. Marks
Boys' Club Closes For The Summer
John Wanner announces Sacred Heart Athletic Club for Boys will close for the summer effective today. He notes a successful season with members contributing over 9 000 hours of activity and praise for supervisors. More than 100 boys belonged during the winter, with 65 as the largest attendance in a single evening. Plans aim to improve facilities for fall reopening around September 1.
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John Wanner
Sacred Heart Athletic Club
Wanner
To Dedicate Honor Roll At Fairview
A service will be held for the dedication of the Honor Roll Board at Fairview, marking a local tribute to students and staff. The event aims to honor achievements and community support, with attendees expected from school and city officials.
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Fairview
Community Music Night at Pairview Methodist Church
A Sunday night service at Pairview Methodist Church features special music and speakers the Rev L P Tedrick from United Brethren Church and the Rev Walter Smith from the Methodist Church. A community gathering invites everyone to attend.
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Pairview Methodist Church
L. P. Tedrick
United Brethren Church
Walter Smith
Methodist Church
Rainstorms Drench Winchester With Heavy Fall
The heaviest rainfall of the year drenched Winchester yesterday, recording 1.14 inches at the Winchester Research Laboratory. Temperatures fell to 54 overnight but rose to 69 by midmorning as showers persisted from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Storm gutters overflowed in spots yet no damage reports reached the police or city offices.
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Winchester
Winchester Research Laboratory
Tae
Weather and crop progress update from county agent
Rain has raised the month total to 2.47 inches and year to date to 12.39 inches. I Fred Stine says the recent warmth and rain improved county crops with wheat oats and barley looking better though a few still plant corn and make hay.
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I. Fred Stine
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Montgo
Montgomery
Loudoun
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Shorthorn
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