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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1942

Page

6

Paragnar Gals wktes with litiear tempers Banevincort by the Cory

Local report details a disorderly incident at Cory Chapter of the Dracs in Corry with two youths involved and witnesses noting alcohol as a possible factor. Also covered are theft arrest, a furniture firm planning for a spring market, fishing and shooting club event, a fatal hit by a car, court appointments, and steel industry milestones. The piece mentions a dog fatality on East Main, a dramatic cross street crossing incident, and city officials reviewing a drain extension plan.

East Main Street Fesl Dot J. M. McClelland Don D. Williams Weller H. Sears Ila Haines Seventh Street

Kane Gas Companies Seek Higher Rates At City Council

Kane Gas company president S Ken Kane told Kane Borough Council that the company will apply for higher natural gas rates. A special session on Wednesday will include representatives from the utility as council discusses rate changes. Current rates include 50 cents per thousand cubic feet for initial usage and higher charges beyond thresholds, with a potential 60 percent discount if paid by the 18th.

Kane Attenton LO

Impressive Services for Margaret Taylor

Impressive services were held for Margaret Peggy Taylor daughter of Mr and Mrs G G Taylor who died in Corry hospital after a three week illness. A prayer service was at the home then church services at Cobb’s Corners Church with Rev G L Boyd. Music was provided by Cynthia Sool Charlotte Hibburg Helen Grace Crane. Bearers were Junior High School students led by Richard Peebles and classmates. Interment at East Branch Cemetery. Attending out of town guests came from Fairlawn Oil City Meadville Warren and Spatansburg.

Margaret Peggy Taylor G. G. Taylor Corry Hospital Cobb's Comers G. L. Boyd Cynthia Sool East Branch I A. McQuiston Fairlawn N.d Rex Tylor Samson Oil City E. G. Crapser Meadville

Former Kane Woman Burned to Death in California

Agnes Mc Chesney, 64, once of Kane, died last Thursday at her Long Beach California home where she lived alone. Neighbors saw smoke from the windows and she was unable to enter the dwelling. Her husband aided in the failed rescue attempt. Police say her clothing likely caught from a gas heater.

Kane Agnes McCheeney Long Beachy Calif Long Beach

Victor Produces Last Radio for Civilians

In Philadelphia on April 8 RCA Victor marks the end of civilian phonograph production as the plant converts to war materials. The last No 17,991,547 radio unit rolls off the line amid a ceremony with William J. Batt of the War Production Board presenting the instrument as a gift to the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation. The device, a symbol of a nation at war, signals a shift to military needs while preserving a piece of home life amid the era’s upheaval.

Py Assupimien Philadel Pata Rca-Victor Manufacturing Company William J. Batt The War Production Board RCA Georgia Warm Springs

What Makes Leaders Main Qualities Are Pointed Out

A wide world science piece notes a survey of 300 leaders in business and professions. Charles Stech headed the study, finding top traits include judgment resourcefulness open mindedness popularity and decisiveness for men, while women favor planning ability in place of decisiveness.

Howard W. Blakesles Wide World Science New York Horatio Alger Charles 0. Stech Western University Dusinness Auuul Stech San Francisco San Francisan Roosevelt Churchill

Dunkirk Man Killed by Car Near City Line

John Schaffer, 59, an odd-job man on the Knight farm, was killed instantly Monday when run down by a car on the Roberts Road near the city line. Driver Alenty Blazrycher, 23, said he did not see the pedestrian. Coroner Dr. Walter Vosburg investigates. A prior Knight farm worker, Joseph Hayes, was killed by a car in recent weeks.

Dunkirk John Schaffer Junius Knight Roberts Road Alenty Blazrycher Leming Street Walter M. Vosburg Chabtauqua Country Knight Farm Josephy Hayes Tnving

Held Under Big Bond As Draft Dodger in Erie

William J. Griskey, 28, former Erie actor and radio announcer, was held on $20,000 bail in Philadelphia to await trial on failing to report for U S Army induction. He may face federal court action in September. arrested March 1 in Williamsport after disappearing from Philadelphia. Griskey and his mother left the city before a planned January 2 induction, later traveling south where his mother died. He used an assumed name while working as a radio announcer in Florida, registered in Buffalo, N C, and was classified as I A by the draft board.

ERIE William J. Griskey Philadelphia United States Army Griskey Williamsport South Florida Buffalo N. C Selective Service Board

Joint Fire Plan Unites Kane Warren and Johnsonburg

Kane joined with Warren and Johnsonburg in a emergency fire protection arrangement approved at the April session. One motorized unit will serve calls across towns in Elk McKean and Warren counties, with Kane contributing two machines and an auxiliary system. Fire Chief John Valentre and Council President James McKenna presented the plan.

Kane Warren Johnsonburg Boro Council Elk McKean John Valen Tour James McKenna Wayne Holmes Charles Bray Eile Pyaclabiity Elviliun

Young Mother Dies of Fumes

Mrs. Jarry Gimlin aged 20 died Monday from asphyxiation after being found unconscious in her bedroom at 316 North First Street. Coroner Carl J. Hosmer ruled accidental death due to a faulty hot water heater heating without ventilation. Husband John Gimlin and their four month old child were hospitalized. the family recently moved from Portville.

Jarry Gimlin John Glean General Hospital North First Street Carl J. Hosmer Kkitchen Portville

Answers to Daily Quiz: McNamey and Annexation Treaty

Answers to daily quiz printed on page 4 list items including Maj. Gen. Joseph T. McNamey, Peat, the Treaty of Annexation and the death of Socrates. The fragmentary entry suggests a mix of topics from a Bismarck newspaper.

Bismarck Joseph T. McNamey Peat Socrates

FOR SALE ITEMS LISTED IN LOCAL ADVERTISEMENT

Items include horses cattle and vehicles for sale by Gerald Parsons at 1012 North Centesitec, a black work horse near Clyde Baccus Beer Take, team and harness by D L Engle 0 miles east of Columbus on Route 310, and household goods such as a top range inquired at 347 Ssex Street Stig. The fragmented notice also mentions a single horses listing and various household items.

Gerald Parsons Waight Clyde Baccus Trac Young D. L. Engle Columbus Rev. Inquire Stig

Murray and Green Unite in War Effort

In Pittsburgh on April, Philip Murray and William Green bridged labor factions to back the war effort. They urged unity and warned critics to join the factory to avoid harming the cause, addressing over 4,000 workers at the Syria Mosque rally as AFL-CIO voices call for victory.

Pittsburgh Philip Murray Ami William Green Unite For Victory Syria

Buffalo Livestock and Markets Reported April 8

Buffalo market signals sluggish demand with hogs salable 300 head at 14.50 to 14.16 for various weights. cattle offerings light with calves and feeders steady to 12.00. cows and bulls 7.00 to 8.65. sheep around 12.50 for 50-60 lb. Pittsburgh apples and potatoes steady with several varieties listed. New York stock market mixed with declines after broad early moves and ties to major industrials and rail prices.

Buffalo Pittsburgh Rome New York Baldwins McIntosh

Fragments Describe Local Event Amid Unclear Text

OCR fragmentary lines hint at a local event or incident with partial names and actions. Readable bits reference possibly a group or person and an adjacent location but details remain uncertain.

Reese and L Tangle Over Cornhole Title Match

Local notes report a tense cornhole event where Reese and L competed for top honors. The match drew participants and spectators, reflecting a lively community pastime and ongoing rivalries at the venue.

Fragmentary Sports Brief Hints at Trib March Paving Errors

Incomplete notes indicate a Trib report on March events, a baseball scene developing with 18 players and team cuts. Names and clear details are unreadable, but the fragment suggests league activity, paving issues, and potential team reshuffles ahead of the season.

Wiic Lig Aseball Plas Seas Clavella Hu Pitimore Fey

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