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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1941
Page
1
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United States to begin rapid construction of Greenland air bases to fortify Atlantic defenses. German air activity near Greenland cited. Hull confirms a defense pact with Denmark. Officials say rapid fortifications could aid Britain’s convoy protection and broaden Allied abutment in the North Atlantic theater.
British expeditionary forces reportedly contact German blitzkrieg invaders in northern Greece as Nazi columns threaten through Yugoslavia into the Aegean region. Luftwaffe and Italian forces press in the west and Libya battles intensify with fears of a major northwest Greek drive.
A boiler at the Warren Iron Company blast furnace exploded in Birmingham injuring several workers seriously. Police mobilized ambulances as crowds flooded the plant area causing traffic jams. Officials noted the injured could be of any race as Burns units rushed to treat victims.
A grass fire near Columbus spread rapidly after being set by youths, damaging a vacant Dunham property, the Ager brake home, a garage and chicken coop, while the Town Hall roof and interior suffered. Colby and Clymer fire units arrived, helping subdue the blaze and save the village. Residents praised the aid, and Columbus Fire Department planned a 6 pm meeting to discuss protection measures.
Congress weighs sweeping powers to seize foreign ships idle in American ports including the Normandie as part of a broader seizure program. The plan promises just compensation and follows a push to secure shipping facilities amid a growing shortage. Roosevelt seeks authority to commandeer vessels in American waters once authorization is approved.
Charles Croker was reelected president of the Stanford Hose Company at the annual meeting in the Brush Ward station firemen's club rooms. Newly elected officers will be installed April 24. Other officers named include Titus, Pain, Berry, Peterson, Weldon, Collier, Kinley, Sandburg, Heath, Sullivan, and Becker. The Firemen's Relief Association kept the same officers: Green, Sandburg, Pain, Paulson, Becker, and Kinley.
BethLehem, Pa April 11 Workers at Bethlehem Steel Company's parent plant here urged general wage increases two weeks after a strike ended. The Steel Workers Organizing Committee asked 25 cents more per hour for piecework and hourly workers while the Employes Representation Plan sought a 10 cent hourly raise.
Budapest reports Hungary has crossed the Danube and Tisa frontier into Yugoslavia to reclaim territory. The army said Magyar troops entered Baranya, Danube and Drava triangle areas, with a proclamation by Regent Admiral Horthy justifying the action as a duty to protect Hungarians living in the disputed lands.
London observers say Turkey holds the key to safety of the Middle East from Nazidom, serving as a solid barrier against Germany and aiding Britain’s hopes to hold Suez and Iraq oil routes. They highlight the Red Sea, Mediterranean naval strength, and Russia as influential factors in potential German expansion toward the region.
Budapest April 1 General Sladko Kyvaternic premier of a new Croat state reportedly appealed to Croat regiments in the Yugoslav army to return to Zagreb and pledge allegiance to Pavelić. Observers saw this as a call to Croat troops fighting Germans and their Serb leaders to revolt. Macek and Simovic were mentioned in other broadcasts about party support for the new government.
Vichy France announces closed frontiers to men aged 17 to 40 to stop them fleeing to Gen Charles De Gaulle forces. It says day by day boats try to leave Normandy for British ports and consuls in Spain recruit young volunteers for De Gaulle. The statement calls for families to keep sons from enlistment, urging other martyrs for France.
Secretary of Revenue William J Hamilton urged motorists to drive more cautiously during Easter to offset higher traffic and road hazards. He called for thoughtfulness toward fellow drivers and a resolute aim for fewer accidents, fewer tragedies, and greater motoring enjoyment in the Commonwealth.
Harrisburg April 1 The State Department of Agriculture reported the winter wheat condition as of April 1 indicating a crop of 18 168 000 bushels. This compares with 19 604 000 bushels in 1940 and the 1930 39 average of 10 299 000 bushels.
The city delays approving a contract with Duncan Meter Company for 108 parking meters on Center Street between Pleasant Street and Park Place. Solicitor Scott’s objections hold up signing, with a decision possible early next week. Rumors of a court injunction if meters are installed circulate but lack confirmation.
Two workers died and another injured after an explosion at Hercules Powder Company's smokeless powder plant in Belvidere New Jersey. The Wilmington Delaware firm said property damage was slight, limited to one building, and one seriously injured man died later at a Pennsylvania hospital.
Union and management discuss a five cent per hour general wage increase and an open shop condition at Jamestown Manufacturing Company. A Monday morning resumption hinges on assent to union acceptance. negotiators seek to salvage accounts as suspensions hurt workers, business leaders, and the community.
Washington April 1 The General Motors Corporation notified the labor department that the CIO United Auto Workers Union served notice yesterday of intent to strike if a new wage deal is not negotiated before April 20 A federal conciliator would be assigned immediately to avert a work stoppage in GM plants tied to large defense orders
John Cullen, newly appointed regular patrolman in the city police, will begin duties Sunday evening. He fills the post left vacant by the resignation of Patrolman Lloyd Ruppersburger. Robert Reagle was named to the extra officer's post, but has not yet begun his duties. Lt. Kelly has been assigned as special officer.
President declares Red Sea entry reopened and U S ships will pass through the waterway from the mouth to the Gulf. He notes neutrality limits on wartime traffic and promises safe passage for American vessels while cautioning nonbelligerents.
Berlin reports from Yugoslav front claim the Serbian army is being eliminated or dispersed as tens of thousands of prisoners and large quantities of guns, artillery, and machine guns are captured by German forces. Croat troops removed from Croatia are aiding the Southern front, causing a paradoxical shift in regional loyalties and expectations.
Detroit April 11 federal labor conciliator James F. Dewey said he expected complete settlement of the United Automobile Workers strike at Ford Motor Company before nightfall. He noted Gov Murray Van Wagoner and officials would confer with union leaders in the morning and he planned to depart for Pittsburgh at 6 this evening. Dewey expressed belief the 10 day old strike would end by then, though the company had conditioned acceptance on postponing a National Labor Relations Board hearing scheduled for Monday.
A foreign informant reports, with no AP confirmation, that the Japanese-favored Thai regime led by Sim may have been overthrown in Saigon on April 11, with a possible shift to a pro British government amid Indo-Chinese turmoil.
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