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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1942
Page
3
A damaged OCR fragment reports a vehicle collision with a driver striking and overtaking conditions described as abnormal. The text mentions a town setting and impaired road situation, but specifics are unclear due to corruption.
The column reviews threats of a German push toward India and world domination, asks if Americans are truly awake, and notes US and Canadian troop planning under Col. Frederick. It cites Solomon Islands, air power advocacy by Major de Saversky, and Franklin’s early insight on balloons for defense.
Indiana and Purdue University scientists lead a campaign to raise peppermint production and increase menthol content to capture the Japanese market. North Indiana and southern Michigan growers aim to boost crops and oil value to about 3.0 million dollars this year with plans to label menthol products as Indiana grown rather than Japanese produced.
A column of archived notes recalls crash of flights with Tiffany and Corry industries facing coal shortages. It mentions an aviation field move, an Aeronavics instruction school, a note on Captain Seversl Corry, and a small town entertainment by the All Star troupe. Also reports on O Hara Company sewer work, local whistle standards, and a youth Edward Rossbacher catching a 26 inch muscallonge at Findley Lake yesterday.
A Manpower comes from Nation's civilian population. The Nation's strength is the strength of its people. There has been a steady decline in the death rate due to infancy and childhood practices. Many reach maturity while middle and old age diseases rise. Half of tuberculosis deaths occur ages 18 to 45, impacting military service. Illness correlates with low income. many industrial workers stay in the low income group. Unnecessary illness among those is domestic sabotage.
The Tex Bureau estimates that tea stocks on hand in the United States will meet demand for several months under the government conservation order restricting deliveries. The figures assume current allotments and vary with consumer needs across states.
A reader prompts: seven of these test questions appear on the classified page. Topics include an infideted U S Army debtor suit, RAF commander killed, James Petrillo, capital of Venezuela, Jefferson presidencies, Croesus Midas Ford, nicknames for generals, composer of Carmen, members of Information Please, largest living china. Also a note on common error about using few or a few.
Wartime notice explains how bonds fund cavalry needs for the U S Army. It notes horses cost 100 to 163 dollars, describes remount farms, and urges citizens to invest at least 10 percent of income in War Bonds to support food mounts for the Cavalry and Field Artillery.
Carl J. Proctor of the Farm Bureau in El County outlines 1943 44 conservation aims under the AAA program. He stresses soil building, erosion control, cover crops, and payments for land, materials, and practices to boost farm production with minimal inputs.
In Meadville a young cyclist Bax Ellis from Conneautville died after his bicycle was struck on Route 98 nine miles north of the city. Will J. Smith of Wilkinsburg, driving an automobile, reportedly blinded by fog and glare from an oncoming car, struck the bike. Ellis was hurled over the hood and his head shattered the windshield.
The Solomon Islands battle remains obscure after 11 days with Marines extending beachheads as MacArthur’s bombers harass Japanese bases. Timor is bombed, New Guinea patrol skirmishes are reported, and Haiphong and other targets are raided by Allied air forces.
The Office of Price Administration announces Sugar Stamp No 6 will allow six pounds per person for August 23 to October 31. Distribution covers five and twenty pound units and future changes hinge on sales and rationing progress. Stamp Nos 6 and 7 authorize five pounds per person for food items and must be used by August 22.
The congregation of St Thomas Church schedules a lawn festival on Thursday evening at the rectory and church grounds. Anthony Robaczewski leads the arranging committees with Didge and concessions, while ice cream and cake will be served. Tickets are sold in advance to assure a large turnout from Union City and nearby areas.
Heath annual reunion of Hoitinktomy held August 19 1942 at Mayville Lakeside Park with 42 members present. President Henry Wassink led business. officers elected for next year include Henry Wassink president Mrs Stanton secretary treasurer Mrs Mabel Babcock. Frank Wolfe named chairman for 1948 program and Margaret Henink named gifts chairman for wounded service family. Several members listed with locations. historian noted stages births and heals. Next reunion scheduled at same place in Anguish with refreshments served.
Markets and commodities brief notes show moderate demand for produce in Pittsburgh with varied prices for apples and potatoes across Pennsylvanian, New Jersey, and New York markets. Buffalo hogs and cattle trading steady to strong with higher beef values, vealers and sheep activity mixed, while stock market gains persist on rails and industrials amid Solomons optimism and mixed war news.
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