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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1939

Page

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Youth Fatally Hurt in Hit Run Near Union City

William J Wasik 16 of Union City was found fatally injured along Roosevelt highway near Union City on Saturday evening. Authorities believe a hit and run caused his skull fracture and death after arrival at Union City Hospital. Survived by parents and siblings, funeral set for St. Catherine's in Titusville.

William J. Wasik R D. Gentervillé Roosevelt Highway Earl S. Pickup Union City Nan Tyday Wasiule Lellovert Erie Arnold Soety Tie Astande Earky Centerville Pelize Tratt Arthur Crowe Leday Counly Investiga Lion Wastsi Carl Morton Morton Waslik Entervills William J. Wasluk Sour-siaters John Bably Townville Anna Wasik P3puevka Sasuphire Dorothy Fimneral St.Ditas Titusville St. Catherine's

Nazis Attack Swedish Envoy Shocks Scandinavian Press

In Copenhagen a German assault on the Swedish envoy sparked regional dread as Berlin presses and officials signal fear of broader moves. The coverage hints at strategic aims to disrupt Nordic support to Finland and sour relations with Sweden amid wartime tensions.

Diplomats flee Helsinki as war fears rise

Foreign diplomats including 14 Americans fled near the Inuit capital amid reports Russia planned to gas the city during a snowstorm. Finland denies using vomiting gas and warns of heavy bombing threats while gas masks run scarce.

Helsinet Helsingfors Scandinavia Russia Helsinki

Ruth Judd Escapes Again From Arizona Asylum

Blonde inmate Ruth Judd 15 again escapes pursuit after fleeing the state insane asylum. She visited Rev. R. H. Warren’s home leaving notes for Gov. Jones and her mother, took a coat and food, and vanished as bloodhounds followed a desert trail near Phoenix. Sheriff orders pursuit with Warren’s home nearby. Mrs. Charles Perkins returns from New York with grandson Kenneth Peris.

United Press R. H. Warren Gov Robert T. Jones Abe Warren Rev. Warren Gov. Jones R. J. McKinnell Sherif Lon Jordan Warren Asylum Hospital Charles Perkins New York City Kenneth Pereis

Defend ant in gravel case is heard today

Democratic State Chairman David Lawrence testified in Dauphin county court denying alleged conspiracy to fix Erie gravel specifications and extort 5000 from Pioneer president Spurgeon Bowser. He said he was born in politics and defended cross-state witnesses amid the Erie gravel controversy linked to former Governor Earle’s administration.

Morey I. Potter United Press Harrisburg David L. Lawrence Commonwealth Erie Pioneer Materials Co Kittanning Lawrence Spurgeon Bowser Pioneer Dauphin County Oliver K. Eaton Earle Howard W. Hughes Eaton Jabvara ‘W. Prendergash George ‘H. Earle Joseph 'F'Gulley Matthew H. McCloskey Philadelphia James P. Kirk Pittsburgh John .J. Verona Verona Erie Highways District Pioneer Company Whitness Arthur D. Colegrove Corry Warren van Dyke Colegrave

Journal Drive contest tightens as candidates race for subs

Contestants stay tightly bunched in the subscription drive with many names and addresses shown. Mrs Allene E Corbin and Miss Leona M Smith appear among a long list of participants tied at similar totals as the campaign includes extra ballots for top subscribers and ongoing tallying of new subscriptions.

Mabel Schreckenenst Spartanalute Ans Allene E. Corbin West Pleasant Sree Leona M. Smith North Clymer Cee -Boltie K. Stroup East Main Street cLus Charles Wood Concord Street Frank Bayle Corry R. D Mary Robbins W. F. Miller West Frederick Street Erma Gordon Columbus Luella Barnhart Corry R. D Beaverdam Ethel B Near Bear Lake M. Haskell Duatie Street Kea Gilbert EZ Spring Creek Chester Eibbey Nellie Black Pairvlew Street Cuvert Clymer David EB Essex Street Robert McGraw West Irving Street

Roll Call Progresses Graham Warns Aggressors

Journal reports warnings of gas bombs by Reds as Soviet forces press a large offensive in Europe. Italy and Finland see demonstrations and Allied powers vow to oppose Soviet invasion. Britain notes German ships hit at Helgoland while Finnish troops defend against advancing Red Army near the Arctic coast. League of Nations asked to review charges. shipping losses and merchant tonnage cited.

Graham Joe Alex Morris Villud Pres Torvigen Reiko Finns Russia Italy Balkans Finland Sweden Nagi Seumany Thydewile Uloakade Rudd Helgoland Innish Orteia Distiletivs Red Army Buberi Terioklanc Moscow Hile Arctic Polgamo Partehule Fron Joynly Joshing Win Prontier Helsinki Esbinel League of Nations Whith Pimaud Negrese An

Push Red Cross Drive Aims To Reach 600 Mark

The Corry Chapter of the Red Cross pushes to top six hundred memberships this week. Chairmen report strong canvassing but remaining renewals and new signups are sought at downtown offices and business districts. Members are urged to contact ward chairs or leave renewals at Stewart Hat Shop or Bracken–Keating Co. by week’s end.

ASU Red Cross C. Renews Jounal Morming Kha Ali Stewart Hat Sop Bratch Keating Company Hed Cross Vetal Caltet Corry Dalla B. Dahishand Ber Mildred Dawson V.ale Orrin Hillpusg Gilbert L. Boyd Olin W. Bracke Carrie Houghton L. Davison Olin Bracken Stewart Hat Shop Bracken-Kealing Company

Erie Attorney Named to PUC Legal Staff

Erie attorney Harold F. Mook receives appointment to the Public Utility Commission legal staff in Harrisburg. The well known Erie county figure will earn about 4000 dollars yearly and work under the chief counsel. The news reached Erie Saturday and follows a Corry event where Mook was known for veterans’ meetings and public talks.

Erie P.U.C. Corry Worlack Galéryns Lear Harold F. Mook Harriss Erie County Belp Express Belef Public Utility Commission Mook Veterans Corry Weeaded FM

Warren Man Killed in Corryite Car Collision Near Warren

A Warren man identified as Prey, 68, of Charendon, died after his car was struck by a vehicle driven by Vern Watsons of Corry near Warren. He sustained leg fractures and head injuries and died at Warren hospital after being taken there for treatment. Police launched a joint investigation with Warren County police and local authorities to determine the exact circumstances.

Prey Charendon Warren Geneva Hospital Vern Watsons D. 4 Corry Warren Sai Riveny Wilfoly Clarendon Physican Waren

Guardsmen end field maneuvers with praise for training

Guardsmen of Company A completed a multi day field maneuver program at the State Armory in Grove City. Brig Gen. C Blaine Simathers visited and praised the unit despite bad weather. A turkey dinner followed the late Sunday briefing as Captain Houghton lauded the guardsmen for their spirit and tough training under adverse conditions. Separately, Tomwoust Wine of Corry was severely injured in a Palomobile accident near Ellwood City, with his daughter and others travelling to the hospital.

C. Blaine Simathers Chambersburg 112Th Tafantry Similtiers State Armory Houghton Ollce Grove City Peni Yanin Cant. Houghton Fair Grounds Plessek Tomwoust Beiota Road Corry Buwood Eley Gérald Fish Cor 1 Jellwood City Harold Fist Gayl Gownes

German mine layer blown up near Copenhagen

About 50 crew members were on board when a German mine layer blew up near Copenhagen. The explosion occurred on December 4 as the vessel, reportedly near La Gelindt (Laergic?) Island, suffered a catastrophic blast. Rescue efforts were underway but details remained unclear.

United Press Copenhagen

Death Toll Mounts Amid Deer Country Hunt Disaster

A spree of hunting injuries and a fatal gunfire incident in Pennsylvania's Deer Country leaves 10 dead and many wounded among licensees. Names and points tallies for top kills flood the scene as authorities investigate. The Wheeling report notes Chris Poulys, 48, died after a savage illness and accident.

Deer Country

Elks Memorial Service Urges Peace Amid War Warnings

Speech at Elks Lodge memorial service calls for peace while warning aggressors. Speaker cites divine guidance and cherished ideals in jeopardy amid looming U S entry into war. Weather dampens attendance. choir and civic orchestra perform amid solemn tribute to fallen and nation.

Elke Lodge of Sorrow Morrimer Graham Erie Lonte Gerry Lodge BPO Elks Agaressors Mr Gidhan Germany Asso Livers Stwatherityi Ibuires Pytte Howenseil Muvites Palblia Engsher Arthat Seheppiet Iertgu Olfers Fransis J. Graves P. R Marsuerithe Reno Beatrice Chaffee Gory Civic Orchestra Gar Foal Chaffee Aines

Woman Suffers Broken Nose in Shermanville Crash

A car collision near Sherman with a moving Sherman vehicle without lights injures Mrs. Stewart who was returning from Ilchester, NJ. She suffers a broken nose and is remanded to Corry hospital. Her infant son and grandmother Mrs. Robert Retherford escape with minor injuries. The Sherman car, reportedly owned by youths named Cady, was being pushed.

Zaluibus Avenua Shermans Clymer Sherman Acimeyoutts Stewart Ilchester Robert Retherford East Columbus Avenue Retherford Granti-Son Stewarn Corry Hhospital Cady

James predicts special session likely in Harrisburg

An article from Harrisburg reports that James indicates a special session is likely. It notes a December date and mentions potential agenda items including funds transfers and related legislative actions. The text is fragmented but centers on expectations for a new session and fiscal maneuvering.

James United Press Harrisburg Janes Weil

Test legality of work or starve test legality

The fragmentary legal notice from Philadelphia dated December 4 discusses Bernard Davidoyttz and implications of alien registration in relation to constitutional rights. It references enforcement potential and penalties under state and federal relief laws, noting possible consequences for refusal of employment or work.

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