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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1942
Page
2
A picturesque snowfall Saturday touched the area, coating trees and bushes and hinting at an early spring mood. Odd weather irregularities appeared as toads, once less active, seemed to increase in activity amid the frosty quiet.
A historical report notes harsh cold and light snow failed to improve the icy, rough sidewalks. Street surfaces remain slick as whistling winds and freezing temperatures hinder travel and daily routines, leaving residents wary of outdoor activity.
Precautionary measures are being taken by the Welby Grape Juice Company, requiring fingerprinting of all office, shop and factory workers. Identification cards and badges will be supplied to all workers. The move follows earlier secrecy from other local firms and hints at broader protective steps in the near future.
Mrs. Rachel R. Moffitt widow of the Interwilder wh Moffitt of 32% West Smith street died shortly before 1 m Sunday. Born November 4 1836 in Wayne township she lived there and later moved to Getry with husband at a fish hatchery. Survived by brothers M Alonzo and S Monroe Manges of Gary and Edgar A Manges of Jamestown MN plus several in laws and relatives. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 3 o clock from the late residence with burial in Pine Grove.
The city added eighteen new voters and recorded eleven reinstatements in a Saturday enrollment drive led by Democrat Mary Dempsey and Republican Dorothy Harmond. Twenty one address changes were filed as voters prepared for the May primaries with qualifications due at the courthouse. Participation appeared tepid amid party activity.
Air wardens and Civilian Defense units in Brie County prepare a canvass this week to obtain pledges to buy U S savings bonds and stamps from all households with regular income. The wardens meet Tuesday at the Junior High School to outline plans and revive first aid classes after Easter, targeting full participation and a two more sessions to reach capacity.
Harrisburg April 13 The Auditor General F. Clair Ross a Democrat and US Senator James J. Davis a Republican won first on their party ballots for the May 19 primary governor nomination. Luther A Harr James J Regan Julgt Relph H Smith and Clarence P Bowers followed on the Democratic slate. Major General Martin, Davis GOP opponent, drew second on the Republican ballot. There are no other Republican candidates.
Talon Inc a Meadville Pennsylvania producer of side fasteners faced government penalties after the War Production Board found undelivered copper supplies. The board refused further priority aid pending action, citing a large imported copper stock and prior appeals to keep workers employed. The notice mentions highways neon tubing and plastic-covered materials among ongoing production considerations.
Local shop news notes recent store events and updates from Melder's News and Spot Store. Brief item highlights customer traffic, product arrivals, and community notices in a compact neighborhood report.
Elk County Court opens in Ridgway with presiding Judge Préstaent Hodge and District Attorney Edward J. Blatt. Seven indictments for grand jury include driving while intoxicated, hit and run, operating without license suspension, and felonious shooting. Civil calendar shows seven cases, one continued. juvenile and domestic relations matters to be heard.
A landslide destroyed the A D Metheny service station on Spring Street opposite First Presbyterian, injuring no one. Fire Chief Owens said the cave-in resulted from a new fill, weight of two gasoline tanks containing 2700 gallons, and recent earth movement. nearby rail riprap was displaced. Also noted, The Ladies Missionary Society will meet Wednesday afternoon in church parlors with refreshments served by the committee.
Government obligations and various assets listed with totals and balances, including $25 and $600 stock in Federal Reserve, plus bank deposits, real estate, and securities pledged to secure deposits as of April 10, 1932. Named officials Walter L. Prage and H. W. Parker certify the figures and attest to the document.
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