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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1942
Page
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Two investigations were ordered into charges before a congressional subcommittee that a black market in steel shifted immediate delivery from bulging warehouses nationwide. Price Administrator Leon Henderson in Washington ordered an OPA probe after statements by Frank Higgins and his father about shipbuilding and wartime steel sales.
New York Aug 5 The Tov Age reports rising war plant complaints of shutdown risk as WPB efforts to centralize scheduling and curb overtime strain supply lines. Analysts warn delivery date extensions threaten the industrial pace while exact steel needs for midyear remain uncertain, likely lower than weeks ago projections.
President Roosevelt urged jailing steel sellers in certain markets amid a probe into steel shortages tied to the Maritime Commission’s canceled A. J. Higgins contract for 200 Liberty ships. Rep. Peterson said a full investigation would examine warehouses and suspected black market activity. Higgins claimed steel from warehouses nationwide and disputed premium details.
Local Board No 8 lists seventy two Corry youths among the August 11 call for induction into the armed forces. Preliminary exams and furloughs will be arranged for those accepted. The roster includes John Lewis Lit Frank Paul Lite Jr Willard Danial Williams Elwin Joseph Chelton Edward Skonlski and many others with addresses across Corry and surrounding areas.
Harrisburg August conference to organize police and communications leaders for August 11. Amateur radio operators will be needed to volunteer under control center commanders. Accepted volunteers join the Citizens Defense Corps and will use short wave radio strictly for civilian defense needs.
The Board of Education will meet this evening to consider replacements for six senior high teachers as the district faces staffing changes before next Monday’s meeting. Several instructors from Benjor High are not expected back in September due to armed service, defense work, or other duties, with most new hires expected to be women. One elementary resignation noted, Mrs. Arsene Ames Robinson, who will teach in Titusville and move to Elm Street school to handle increased enrollment funded by defense housing. Schools to open September 1.
A vast military dim-out extending along the Pacific coast from Canada to Mexico was ordered by Lieut. Gen. J L Dewitt to protect shipping and coastal installations. The rule broadens a voluntary dim-out and makes violations punishable. Survivors of an American freighter sunk by a Japanese submarine reported a two hour attack in which eight direct hits disabled steering and set the ship afire. Over 30 shells fired, two sailors killed, seventeen exposed on rafts, and four days adrift before rescue.
Allied forces suspend reconnaissances in Australia theater as Japanese halt near Kokoda in New Guinea. Reports say airfield clearings and jungle train Allied forces to defend Port Moresby with The Gap approaches blocked by 6,000‑foot guns.
George Ales and Gerald Brant, both 16 from Columbus, will appear in Warren Juvenile Court for disposition after state auter police arrested them Monday night in connection with a theft of chickens in Columbus township. Brant faces a parole violation charge.
Cleveland firefighters and veterinarians rushed to an improvised animal hospital in Public Hall as Ringling Brothers faced a devastating fire that killed 38 animals and injured many more. Veterinary teams treated burns on elephants and other beasts while officials investigated a cigarette or live coal ignition. The circus continued its performances despite the disaster.
Circus head John Ringling North estimated damages at 200000 with no insurance due to high premiums. Fire destroyed ten camels nine zebras five lions three elephants three deer a puma and two each of tigers Indian donkeys giraffes and more as coast guard and police investigated.
Trustees weigh closing the Columbus Township High School due to enrollment and staff losses. Principal Bonney seeks defense industry leave. potential tuition for students to attend Corry, with 70 to 80 affected. Supt Dewey notes enrollment decline may allow absorption if replacement not needed. Officials plan to contact Corry and teacher agencies to explore options.
Walter H. Scott chief air raid warden urged storekeepers to work with manager Cherry of the Pennsylvania Electric Company to install outside switches for blackout tests. Merchants discussed costs and procedures with the Retail Merchants Bureau, with efforts underway by several stores. A Beatt said auxiliary police could assist by ensuring outside switches are activated before blackout signals.
Gasoline prices in Corry fell two and a half cents a gallon under a Price Administrator order. The cut returns prices to June 20 levels after a prior hike to cover higher shipping costs and government subsidies to offset costs.
The All-India Congress Working Committee in Bombay adopts a 1200 word draft urging withdrawal of British power and promising to side with the United Nations if independence is granted. Gandhi backs negotiations with Japan after freedom but rejects Allied victory as imperialism. A civil disobedience plan against British rule is slated for Friday, with debate on including a stance toward Japan.
Crystal Springs Mississippi reports a rail and bus collision at a city crossing near the station. Officials say 38 or 39 persons were hurt or killed, with many victims removed from the scene. James Mand, a Chil at Poster Field Texas, is home on furlough.
Associated Press dispatches from London and various cities report Allied bomber activity in the Mediterranean yesterday. Reports from Havana, Montevideo, and London describe political shifts, military actions, and international diplomacy as the war continues.
The broadcast cites reports of discord within German units on the Voronezh front as Romanian and Hungarian troops entered battle against Russia and Ukraine. Armed clashes followed between German, Romanian, and Hungarian forces before the Russians advanced.
Washington Aug 5 President Roosevelt was expected to complete his review of evidence gathered by a military commission in the trial of eight alleged Nazi saboteurs. The president was anticipated to issue a decision within two or three days, as the sole reviewing authority he could affirm or revise the verdict and sentence.
Washington August 5 President Roosevelt weighs petroleum and rubber issues and may present a full view to Congress as of tomorrow The president indicated at a press conference that he would veto a bill creating a separate agency to produce synthetic rubber from grain alcohol The War Production Board was reportedly examining an alternative to a nationwide gasoline rationing plan.
Policy notes discuss oleum and related supply issues with references to price administration and rubber emergencies. Leon Henderson explains separate problems and stresses fuel rationing decisions require careful analysis. The War Production Board is reported to have a continued plan.
German mechanized columns push toward Rostov and the Sea of Azov as Red Army defenses waver under waves of tanks and air strikes. Russian reports cite ongoing withdrawals in key Don Caucasus sectors with heavy losses on both sides.
Iceland reporting German planes strike Grimsey lighthouse off Grimsey island and Holmevik outpost near Iceland. Ohio State Army authorities say a lone German pole was shot down and machine gun fire exchanged. No casualties reported. Military operation described as ongoing along the southeast coast.
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