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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1940
Page
1
A fragmentary report mentions a strike at 10 0 and references figures like Ruddy, Danni Heeler, Anne Dy, and Anne Teaving. It hints at organizing efforts by a group associated with Vale yerulend mrowins, with Reming and Yq Fetar rlke referenced in connection to the event.
Officials including John S. Pack and Dr. Charles J. Haf address public health and industrial responsibility. The program outlines cooperation within the county and notes an upcoming talk by the speakers on industry health ties.
A fragmentary page item lists small coin prices and odd amounts such as 25 cents and 23 cents for items labeled with partial symbols. The readable portion hints at a general market price roundup rather than a full sale or advertisement.
Luther A. Harr Philadelphia city treasurer and campaign manager for U S Senator Joseph F Guffey led as the likely successor to David L Lawrence who won t seek the state chairmanship The Guffey forces appear poised to take over the party with a Harrisburg reorganization planned for June Lawrence plans to run again while opposing factions gauge resistance and push their own structure if needed Guffey maintains undisputed party leadership in Pennsylvania with strong support across the state committees
Philadelphia reports show Senator Joseph P. Guffey gaining renomination with a large plurality over Walter A. Jones. Early returns from about 7,087 of 6,108 precincts give Guffey 392,089 votes to Jones 302,199. William McWall, former Pittsburgh mayor, had 61,201.
United Press reports Allied troops pull back from Lillehammer after German pressure in Central Norway. Fighting north of Trondheim continues as British and German troops clash. Scapa Flow attacked but no damage reported. Recruiting begins Monday for civil defense units to protect populations against enemy incursions. Military sources in France note intensified German activity in the Battle and troop movements, potential redeployments to Norway or Sweden.
Girl Scouts of the city will run the annual hospital tag day for Sorry Hospital on Saturday May 11. The Corry Hospital Auxiliary sponsors. Mrs Morris Bernstein chairs the canvas and Mrs JM Ray Greene oversees tag sales in surrounding communities. Downtown HQ will be Rexall Drug Store North Center Street. Proceeds aid new kitchen refrigeration equipment purchase.
Bruno Cirulo, 64, a blind inmate at Randolph County Theme for the Poor, is held to await a sanity hearing after stabbing his roommate Alfonse Lewis Smitley, 65, a Swiss watch repairman, in their room. Smitley died from a severed jugular within minutes. County Prosecutor Stanley Bosworth released the details.
Fire in Washington Pennsylvania leveled the Seventh Ward School causing thousands of dollars in damage. A separate Dublin explosion damaged a historic tower as firefighters battled the blaze for hours. One policeman and several others were injured.
The Republican telecommittee completes preparations today for a broad meeting in Philadelphia on May 11 to arrange the November election campaign and select officers.
Gov. Arthur James announced an extraordinary session to consider relief financing only. The plan centers on issuing tax anticipation notes of 60 to 75 million dollars backed by the motor fund, with careful repayment to avoid halting highway work.
All incumbents in Pennsylvania who sought renomination faced defeat in the primaries. Of 145 state house members, 17 were eliminated as 20 seats were contested in the fall. Philadelphia saw 15 of 26 Democrats and all 10 Republicans renominated.
The Bays with Construction Company owns the property at Sueorid Avenue and Westduit Street where work to raze and advance frame storage facilities is planned. City officials aim to acquire part of the parcel to ease traffic concerns and improve the area’s safety and access.
German and Allied forces clash on two central fronts in Norway. Reports say British assaults near Trondheim and Steinkjer face stiff resistance as German artillery and infantry push Allied troops back toward Skoinkyar. Analysts warn both sides may target Lillehammer and central rail hubs, with cautious signs of movement along the Nid workward line and uncertain prospects for decisive gains.
Inauguration of daylight saving time on Sunday April 28 will shift schedules for the Erie and Pennsylvania Railroad lines serving the city. Key changes include Erie trains 6 and 7, and 8 east and west, with departures adjusted by roughly an hour. Pennsylvania Railroad Buffalo Pittsburgh moonlight trains will arrive about an hour earlier, and southbound No 92 and northbound No 913 start times are moved earlier. Local Oil City service trims five minutes, while a minor change affects Train 581 from Philadelphia.
Acorry High's newly uniformed band staged its first outdoor appearance in the town. Led by Carlton Chaffee the band marched from the Senior High to City Park, then returned at 7 30. A student operetta A Viteinian Romance is set for Friday night to aid uniform funds and general support.
Dolted Press reports April 25 that about two thirds of 6000 taxi cab drivers and garage workers for the National Transportation Company and the Terminal System walked off in response to a Transport Workers Union strike call. The action, affecting central Manhattan and surrounding outlets, reflects mounting labor unrest in the city.
The Golden Rule Club will debate daylight saving at the next dinner meeting at the American Legion Post on Neri Genter Street ext Monday evening. Aero Supply Manufacturing Corp will adopt a fast time schedule next Monday at the Fourth Ward plant to gain daylight hours. City Council referred the issue to the club after urging merchants to join the change, hoping more local firms will follow.
In Tlint Michigan a father Vic Anderson, 42, and his four children aged from 1 to 9 were killed in a Montrose area fire. Authorities say the blaze started when Anderson poured kerosene on a stove causing an explosion that engulfed the kitchen and spread through the home trapping the youngsters as they slept.
Representatives from local clubs and organizations will meet Monday evening April 29 at 8 at City Hall to discuss buying an iron lung for Corry hospital. New cost data on the unit will be presented. current plans seek definite action to obtain the device as the city lacks such equipment.
A coroner from Somerset county identified a 12 year old boy found dead under a deserted summer cabin off the Lincoln highway near Bucks Town. Clues were few a shandful of matches and a penny box of matches. The motorist who left him to die remains unknown as authorities investigate the incident.
April reports claim Nazi threats of bombing Berlin in retaliation and accuse Germans of fording nonmilitary towns. The page also notes a confirmed nomination in Tanglia politics amid unclear names and places.
Eva Kepler, the school nurse, reports on tuberculosis testing for senior high and junior high students. About 40 senior high eligible for tests Friday. all but 40 have returned consent forms. Junior high ninth graders show strong consent return, with 22 of 16 yet to return. Tests may be administered Friday morning by local doctors, with permits via Miles Kepler. The tuberculin test detects germs and may lead to X rays if positive to assess any damage.
In Mineraville Pennsylvania two Jehovahs Witness children Lillian and Willie Gebbin expelled for refusing to salute the U S flag spark a high court clash. The case tests whether school rules requiring daily flag salutes can be overridden on religious grounds.
Philadelphia report states Johm Rice, 47, held on 1500 bail after connection to the death of Rawhee Taylor, 17, near State College. Police admit no solid evidence yet and will check with state motor police. Rice to be held a week as investigations continue.
The Senate Dems gain optimism for a third term as Guffey defeats Walter Jones in the Pennsylvania Democratic primary. Observers see Roosevelt gains and New Deal strength, noting Guffey's win signals broader support and potential carry in November.
The board tentatively approves 16 teachers across Hutchinson and surrounding schools for $100 to $300 raises as part of the budget. Names of sixteen teachers receiving $100 rises include Ruth Benneth, Will Myers, Sinnie Anderson, Russell Byley, and Mrs Jangi Haug. Edinger, Wengert, and Cox will be among the higher raises. Final approval awaits budget adoption and official publication of these increases.
The Washington Camera Club held a meeting at Recreation rooms on First Avenue. Mr Luckman spoke on photography and demonstrated with photographs. Walter Aiter screened tropical wardens and historic sites near Washington, D.C. A print contest was previewed and a camping topic was postponed.
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