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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1940

Page

4

Stewart Says Japanese Advance in Asia

Charles Stewart argues Japan is rapidly expanding control across Asia and may seize Indo China, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the Dutch East Indies before turning toward the Philippines and Hawaii. He warns U S policy should curb Nippon’s expansion, noting trade losses in China and the danger of Japanese militarists.

Stewart Asia Charles ¢ Stewart Central Press Japan Europe Tokio Washington Fumimaro Toro Patio Foreign Office France Omics State Department Nippon Dremier Konpye Dutch East Indies Hongkong Singapore Indo-China Uncle Sam Philippines Wwe Mileady Pacific Nevers Shuless Konoye 1S United States China Britain India Australia New Zealand Hawaii

Man Suspended by Magnetic Rope Under Power Line

A man climbed a structure and supported himself magnetically as ground anchors held the end. A powerful electric mechanism, described as an electron meter, operated to erect or stabilize the setup.

Germakyai IE

School days near in early school prep notes

Fragmented OCR recalls August preparations for back to school and eyeglasses. Doctors emphasize proper eye fitting for children, linking comfort and confidence to learning. The piece reflects parental concern, teacher guidance, and the role of glasses in a child’s happiness and social life.

Il Ir Debra Evan

Economic Shifts and Defense Demands Affects Markets

The article notes rising prices and stronger orders for ships and durable goods, amid a surge in reemployment and purchasing power. It warns that defense production may boost industrial output but risks increasing debt, with consumers facing scarce goods and wary retailers amid wartime demands.

National Defense

Quezon Tightens TE Emergency Powers for Philippines

The article reports Quezon seeking broad emergency powers to calm unrest and control essentials. It notes authority to suppress dissent, regulate wages, prices, rents, and transport, and to mobilize security forces if needed. It mentions focus on protecting islands from Japanese threats and the need for capable leadership.

Quezon Philippines Alan Mervel Quezon

Willkie Introduces New Methods in Vote Getting

Colorado Springs Aug 1 Wendell Willkie campaigners report new tactics in this village stop. A large crowd gathered at a downtown hotel greeted Willkie with questions and observations about his approach to mobilizing voters. Reporters noted his cautious demeanor as security and aides managed visits to the apartment and dining areas while supporters pressed for pictures and remarks.

Willkie Willtan Arne Colorado Springs Wendell B. Willkie Vavhiss Min Colorade Springs Jolla Nat Willie Litka Wille Sendwiches Sal Waimeslin Armen Aly Laretks

Fragmented OCR note on midcentury weaving and essays

An unclear, OCR corrupted passage discusses paper making and printing in Paris during a wartime period. It mentions a Ber- DUG Vier style and a reference to Aeon Teves, a Wild untick resemblance, and a vague university motif. Specific facts are obscured by garbled text.

Paris

Daily Dozen From the Medical Society of Pennsylvania

A fragmented item on beverage consumption and early water treatment ideas cites a Philadelphia physicist in 1807 mixing carbonated water with juice. It notes high water content in beverages, discusses carbon dioxide’s role in bottling, and hints at wholesale production reaching travelers, with a stray aside on common errors and language notes.

Philadelphia Eles

Washington Day Book warns Willkie on factory door campaigning

The Washington Day Book article critiques Wendell Willkie and Gov Harold E Stassen campaign tactics. It notes Stassen's aggressive back door campaigning in Minnesota, traveling over 50 000 miles to rally voters, and claims the style swayed powerful political machines. It also questions the effectiveness of such methods and references Texas Governor O Daniel and general George C Marshall in a broader critique of campaign approaches.

Ashington Wendell L. Willkie Harold E. Stass Minnesota Sil Slassen Willkie Duwst Lyow O'Daniel Tme Rmdio Sin Ferric O'Danjal Ul-Billy Imusic

Mystery Solved Timber Mystery at Noell School

York Pa workmen found badly burned timbers in stall area of Noell School heating plant prompting officials to suspect a smoldering fire. Gatey Director Cutily Schaberg explained the timbers were cut from a century old fire tale causing the mystery to be cleared up.

York Tie Noell

Veteran celebrates Curwensville elder at Gettysburg address

The town marks the birthday of Pat Samuel J. McKendrick, Civil War witness to Gettysburg who shook hands with Abraham Lincoln and heard his Gettysburg Address. He is lauded as the area’s oldest resident, celebrated in the presence of family and local officials.

Vetenan Curwensville Pat Samuel J. McKendrick Gettysburg Abraham Linegln Ffoyemshers Tijoye Heath

Twenty Years Ago Recap From Mount Gretna to Local News

Twenty years ago Y Company with 88 men and officers returned from Mount Gretna. A CH Cooley grocery on East Washington Street was entered in the night with about $20 in change and tobacco taken. Mrs. Chaslew H. Bracken died yesterday afternoon at the family home on West Pleasant Street. Mehelli Wilcox arrived this morning after six weeks cruise on the U S Steamship Pocahontas. Bradf ord nine and Erie’s National Foundry Club beaten 10 to 1 and 3 to 0 by Billy Welsh and Ty Granhal l. Mr and Mrs Edward Hawking and daughter and Mr and Mrs Henry Keppel arrived home this morning from a two week motor trip through Canada.

Cooley East Washington Street Mehelli Wilcox U. 3 Pocahontas Or Iisbie Billy Welsh Ty" Gran— Hall National Foundry Club of Erie Bradfard Edward Hawiking Henry Keppel Canada

Daily Quiz Puzzle Questions From Classified Page

A scanned newspaper item presents a chaotic daily quiz with garbled questions about amendments Greek letters drama temple manuscripts power units and historical figures. The page invites readers to turn to the classified section for answers, showing many typos and jumbled terms. The content reads like a misc puzzle snippet missing clear context or full questions.

U.S Temple of Drama Paden Canal Amar Union of Savini Namie Suen

High Roman Doctor Fees Revealed in Ancient Texts

An ancient discussion notes Roman physicians often charged high fees with Quintus Stettinius earning a yearly income of 520,000. The passage explains air pressure concepts and the body’s internal balance, illustrating historical curiosity about physiology and medical value.

Quintus Stettinius

Blanche Yurka Stays in Theater While Embracing Big and Small Roles

Renowned actress Blanche Yurka, born in St. Paul with Czech roots, explains why she values meaningful two scene parts over long but forgettable roles. She recalls past film turns including Madame De larg e and Queen of the Mob, and notes her ongoing theater work and one woman shows across U.S. cities.

Robsin Miss Yorka Madame Defarge Ann Sheridan Norma Shearer Robert Taylor Alia Nazmova Blanche Yurisa Miss Yuka Towa Tbsen Miss Yitka Gina Madame Delarge Nazimova Striken Hollywood Consey Iast Yurka St. Paul

Tipping in New York City Inevitable and Onerous

Hollywood Sights and Sounds recounts Abner Glib and a narrator's chaotic day of tipping across Manhattan. From Grand Central to the shoe shine boy, bartenders, cigaret girl, and the bus driver, tips accumulate into a costly, satirical meditation on urban generosity and social pressure.

Grand Central New York Calicul Ty Man Kansas City Onaha Kangas City Omaha

Say Be Hear Coming to Lowe Theatre

A fragmented notice hints at a theatrical appearance or event at Lowe Theatre featuring Savitt and Vhost, with local venues and timing unclear. The readable words suggest an early notice about a performance card possibly listing guests and a show date.

Tank art tires and riots parch the night in Aurora

Fragmentary copy notes an Aurora incident involving tank art and unrest amid late activity. Names, places, and exact actions are unclear, but the fragment hints at unrest or a conflict linked to local venues and possible property damage.

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