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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1945
Page
4
The Corry Evening Journal lists pricing by mail and per-copy rates and notes Associated Press syndication rights. Marketing and postage terms appear for 6 and 20 dollar yearly subscriptions, with varying charges in restricted territories.
In wartime the article argues that policy changes will be limited with a new president entering office. Civilian and war needs subdue domestic concerns while military experts guide strategy. Congress shows life and may demand greater participation, but wartime governance remains centralized and strong.
An article outlines how nutrition research led by Dr. Tom Douglas Spies in Birmingham improved recovery from vitamin deficiencies and Pellagra, noting five malnutrition risk groups. It also promotes the United National Clothing Collection urging Americans to donate wearable garments for allies, highlighting the need for warm clothes and footwear for displaced and starving Europeans.
A 1930s profile notes Franklin D. Roosevelt’s White House staff endured intense strain and turnover. Louis Howe died early, Pa Watson and Missy LeHand remained key aides, while Steve Early prepared to leave for private business. The piece highlights the political and personal toll on Roosevelt’s inner circle.
Whiting Williams, a popular speaker, notes the decline of single tax advocates since the 19th century. He attributes their disappearance to depressed downtown real estate values during the Depression and rising government expenditures that outpace land-derived revenue. He questions other revenue options to sustain government.
The Rhineland industrialists push a plan to form a West German Confederation from the Weser to the Rhine, including the Saar and Westphalia with Cologne as capital. They seek to shield themselves from Nazi penalties, arguing a separate state would later rejoin Germany if recovery occurs, while blaming others for the Nazi rise.
State Police warn motorists to slow and observe signs in highway work zones where concrete or macadam repairs are underway. Workmen face risk from careless drivers and must avoid overtaking or passing. Signs along the highway, berm, or shoulder require reduced speeds for safety.
Elisworth D. Quist, son of Mr and Mrs David Quist, a Samoa and Guadalcanal veteran, was chosen to stand guard at President Roosevelt's casket in the White House. His mother expressed surprise at the honor. He had recently been assigned to a Marine color guard in Washington.
A Medical Society of Pennsylvania front page urges prompt action for abdominal pain to prevent appendicitis. It cites a rotents survey showing high death rates among laxative users and delays in hospital care, and warns against self treatment. Recognize persistent abdominal pain as a medical emergency and seek a doctor promptly.
A reader asks seven quiz questions covering authors, history, and wartime terms. Questions include authors of Age of Thunder and Blithe Spirit, naval crossings of the Rhine, the WAAC origin, Long's Peak location, a World War I battalion commander, meat and oil rationing dates, and correcting a quoted line plus pledge wording.
Two pistol packing 11 year old boys dressed in Volkssturm uniforms were caught behind Allied lines trying to organize other German youths into “Werewolf” sabotage missions. The youths, known as panzer kommandos, carried pistols and daggers and were to meet later with a Wehrmacht lieutenant. An American infantry unit detained them after a two day effort to execute their first mission. One boy spoke of Nazi defeat and begged for mercy.
In Columbus tonight the Girl Scouts organize a clothing collection with items to be washed mended and packed in containers. Ralph Curtis of Niagara Falls visits relatives including Sgt and Mrs Robyns Damon of Speing Creek and Mr and Mrs Harold Jaquith who dined with Mr and Mrs Hollis Opperman. Mrs Carl McIntyre and her son and mother relocated to their Columbus home on Thursday.
Murray R. Olds a Corry manufacturer lies on danger list after a 50-foot fall at Hotel Touraine Boston. He suffers fractures and possible internal injuries. Also noted are a Junior-Senior reception with 130 attendees and various local notices including Miss Mildred Lynch entering an order, a Cleveland marriage, a death, and community events.
Harrisburg reports the State Department of Agriculture says rabies cases peaked in May 1942 at 106 dogs and other animals, with 123 in March and May the previous year. April had 112 cases, totaling 258 for the three months, urging dog owners to control pets during spring. The text also tangentially mentions the Battle of Burker Hill with British and American forces.
A six year old boy, Ambrose Piedderman, of St. Marys, died after being struck by a car driven by 16 year old Robert J. Hammer on the St Marys Johnsonburg highway. Hammer's vehicle hit the boy as he ran onto the road. The accident occurred yesterday afternoon and the boy died an hour later at St. Marys Hospital from fractured skull and internal injuries. State Police investigation from the Ridgway barracks found the child ran into the road in front of the car traveling toward St. Marys.
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