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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1940

Page

4

Dies Criticizes FBI Role in Un American Probes

Stewart notes that Chairman Martin Dies may have a point in seeking a $1,000,000 1931 funds for his inquiry into un American activities. The dispute pits Dies against the administration over publicity and enforcement, with Roosevelt summoning Dies to halt the dog issue as Congress weighs continued funding.

Justice Department Department State Department Dies Frys OGPU Gestapo Stalin Hitler Harry M. Daugherty President Harding FBI Federal Bureau of Investigation William Burns Russia Harding Robert H. Jackson Jadgar Honver WBY Capitol Hill Dies Likewide FET Congress Uncle Sam White House Roosevelt Texas Tadlo Heperide Hfe BEL Martin

Deserving Appeal for Cory Lindsey Memorial Fund

A community news item notes the Lindsey family after a fatal early morning tragedy. Richard Lindsey, 1, lost his life while another brother survived, and the Journal launches the Cory Lindsey Memorial Fund to aid with clothing and shelter. The Red Cross coordinates relief while residents are urged to contribute cash, garments, and household items. The Red Cross aims to prevent duplication and ensure needs are met.

Richard Lindsey Clark Lindsey Henky Concord Township AL Cory Richart, Lindsey Cory Red Cross Red Cross Chapter Seal

Defense costs major burden in national policy

Dr Harold G Moulton warned that huge defense outlays are an economic burden rather than a boon. He noted that spending on bombers and naval bases raises debt risk, while some policymakers fail to account for this when pursuing defense needs.

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Printer Dunlap Arrested on Counterfeiting Charge

George R. Dunlan owner of the Dunlap Printing Company faced counterfeiting charges after Erie chapter Allied Printing Trades Council Secretary Jesse Boyle filed the case before Alderman Lyle Om. Hearing set for Dec 16. Boyle said union headquarters in Indianapolis ordered action over allegedly owl design on Dunlap labels.

Urig George R. Dunlan Dunlap Printing Company West 12Th Street Tnlon Jake Lyle Om Jesse Boyle Erie Allied Printing Trades Council Boyle Didmapolis Dunlap Abel Bogle

Unemployment Figures and Projections From Historical Note

The article notes last month’s total around 46 million and predicts the old record will be surpassed early next year. It discusses 9 million unemployed a year ago, only about 1 million absorbed since, population growth, and a larger share seeking jobs. Experts foresee 6 million more to work by Christmas next year, leaving unemployment relatively small in good times.

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American Christmas Trade Advances With Rising Employment and Imports

Business observers report a buoyant Christmas trade driven by rising employment and higher spending. Merchants note shortages of imported goods, prompting domestic production of lamps, hardware, fabrics, and toys to meet demand. Renewed manufacturing and refugee-led supply shifts reflect a shift toward American goods while trade barriers loom as a future possibility.

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Two Million Christmas Trees Used Annually in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania uses about two million Christmas trees each year with most coming from other regions. The state forest chief notes one third are grown domestically, while imports from New England and Canada fulfill the rest. Tips cover cutting, watering, sugar additives, and sprays to keep trees fresh and needles from dropping.

Harrisburg Pennsylvania W. E. Montgomery State Department of Forests and Waters New England States Canada Homestown Montgomery Department of Forests and Waters Gil

Keystones Fall Without Sheen or Young at Union City

Twenty years ago notes report the Keystones losing 20 to 14 at Union City without players Sheen or Young. Other items mention liquor denial, an upcoming Ford and Studebaker auto show, a Harding administration piece, local social clubs, and a china display in Dr Mensine’s office.

Sheen Young Keystones Union Cty

Notable Oddities From a 1807 Law and Everyday Goods

The text cites a 1807 act as the only law of its kind in the country and notes vast consumption figures including over twenty billion cups annually. It mentions about 2,000 car loads of potatoes used daily, and nine pounds of wool needed for a midweight man’s clothes. It also references a painting titled The Horse Fairy by Rosa Hotteur and a claim about a new anomaly visible at night mapping the earth’s surface.

Imitea America United States Rosa Hotteur

Locomotives Built for Soviet Government Report

Erie Works of the General Electric company are assembling electric locomotives for the Soviet government. The 40 to 50 ton class machines are described as in demand, with inquiries from other foreign nations signaling potential expansion at foreign facilities.

Erie Works General Electric Company Hussan General Electro

Daily quiz questions from a period classified page

A list of trivia prompts asks about goobey peas, wartime naval losses, Anatole France real name, French weights and measures, Delilah and Samson, Roosevelt reform phrase, characters in The Great Dictator, cats and infants, I Love You Truly composer, and Iran’s modern country name.

Germany Great Brtain France Vauther Anatole Delilah Samson Theodore Roosevelt Mussolini Iran

Bone Marrow and Aplastic Anemia Overview

The article explains bone marrow functions and conditions including aplastic anemia caused by deficient white blood cell production. It notes new marrow transplant procedures and transfusions showing encouraging results for treating various anemias by supplying healthy marrow.

Union City Man Crushed After Vehicle Collision

Horace Burton, 62, of Wattsburg Street, is hospitalized with a crushed leg and injuries sustained when a truck and a car collided on Market Street. The truck, driven by William Murray, allegedly slid on an icy rut and struck an Oldsmobile, pinning Burton as he crossed the street. The steering gear reportedly became loose as the truck hit the rut.

Union City Wee Horace Burton Wattsburg Strestles Tee Betwen Market Street Burton William Murray

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