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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1942
Page
4
The piece notes a drop in municipal debt from 5.92 to 5.352 billion across 288 cities, reducing burden by $171 per person. It praises labor bonds funding war effort, urges broader adoption of wage payroll bonds, and highlights workers as core to national strength and financial stability.
Harrisburg reports the 1942 potato outlook says acreage could rise next year thanks to favorable prices. The 1942 yield averaged 195 bushels per acre, higher than 181 in 1941 and 112.6 for 1930s, with uncertainty over labor, fertilizer, and machinery. Demand is expected to rise in 1943, possibly lifting prices, while a price ceiling could trigger shortages if 1943 output drops. Also notes Maxwell proved electromagnetic waves in 1864.
A dense listing outlines tonight’s radio programs across networks. CBS features news talk and entertainment from 8 to 10:30, NBC offers Abbott and Costello and popular dramas, BLU presents a mix of music, talk, and patriotic segments, and MBS and USA provide concert broadcasts and serials including opera and Wings for Victory.
Jamestown officials reported the resignation of Howard J D Wellman as chair of the smoke abatement commission formed a year earlier. He cited illness and will step down immediately while Mayor Samuel Strath studies a replacement. A wartime program to advance smoke achievement was outlined alongside the resignation.
A city commission considers a noise control program with a $7000 budget request to hire a part time combustion engineer for one day per week. The proposal aims to study and reduce disruptive sounds while outlining operation plans with the city council.
Ridgway officials order an urgent inspection of all night clubs after a rise in juvenile crime. Council directed Borough Solicitor Greiner to contact a state fire inspector for a swift review. Chief Hill reported eight local juveniles held for robbery.
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