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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1940
Page
1
The notice outlines plans for private land use to sow and manage crops and trees for 1941. It mentions reserves and application procedures for obtaining plants such as mulberry and other trees. details reference the Department and a future program for deer stocking and hedgerow development.
Condensed dispatches report British gains near Libya port and Italian supply depletion in desert sweep. France stabilizes after Laval ouster while Germany seeks troop transit. Greeks press in Northern Albania as German raiders operate. London reports RAF bombing Berlin, U.S. highlights include ending legal aids and finishing cantonment plans. Local briefs note industry, daylight shifts, and community notices with several obituaries and gas safety scare.
The fate of Vichy France hinges on Otto Abetz talks with Philippe Petain after Laval’s ouster. Berlin signals caution as German officials weigh Lavals dismissal and possible shifts in foreign policy. Petain resists allowing German troop movements through unoccupied France, prompting fears of broader occupation and strategic shifts to protect Italy’s morale.
British forces reportedly crossed into Italian Libya in the eight day of the Egypt campaign seeking Barelin. In central Albania Greek forces launched a new offensive near Elbasin, while Greek and Italian positions faced renewed clashes along the frontier.
Unofficial counts place season deaths at 24 on the final day, with at least 15 hunters killed by gunfire and eight by accidents or medical causes. Readouts highlight several touted kills and local hunters near Kane, Crown, Kinzua, and Ludlow, amid a season that began December 2.
Washington December 16 Associated Press chairman Bloom urged removing legal barriers to expedited British aid. He spoke as President Roosevelt awaited return to study developments after his Caribbean trip. debate covers direct financial aid, destroyer transfers, and possible naval assistance sought by Lord Lothian.
The Richard Lindsey Memorial Fund, tracked by the Journal office, surpassed 51200 in donations with Saturday totaling 427.70 and today adding 85 bringing the afternoon total to 512.70. Several individuals and groups from Beaverdam and Milwaukee contribute varied amounts as the fund nears its termination on Wednesday.
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor conclude their first U S visit tomorrow. The American-born duchess, recently hospitalized for a major dental operation, was advised by her dentist to stay quietly in their Coral Gables villa today.
The Rambausch Ecclesiastical Decorated Company of New York City wins the contract to redecorate the interior of St Thomas Church. Work to begin soon after January 1st and run for several weeks. G W Stickle is the architect. Lighting changes will focus on the sanctuary with fluorescent lamps replacing arches lights and pillar lamps removed.
Miss Mary Graham and George Kinley Jr of Corry High were chosen among 165 to join the all Pennsylvania high school orchestra at Strong Vincent High School in Erie. Accompanied by William D. Knowlton, rehearsals ran Thursday through Saturday with a concert led by guest conductor Lawrence C. Stitt. Knowlton and local supervisors prepared groups for the Warren all-state band meeting January 23 to 25 and the district chorus at Albion.
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia December 16 that a study by the Pennsylvania Alcoholic Beverage Control finds one of the most urgent needs in the state is reducing beverage access in taprooms and saloons. The report characterizes the recommendations as focused on curbing alcohol availability and regulating venues.
Berlin and Sheffield suffered damage in air raids reported by the German high command. Berlin blamed bombs causing fires in a central factory while a church was destroyed near Herold and a suburban rail line was disrupted. In Sheffield, English steel center, reports say bombs collapsed a building and trapped victims buried in debris with some rescued as night continued.
Three members of the Corry team escaped serious injuries when their car was struck on a one way section of highway about a mile north of Midland Pennsylvania shortly before 3 PM Sunday. The other vehicle occupants Melvin S Gobnett Richard Paulson and W P Lombard were treated at Rochester hospital as Reynolds Albert E of Monaca Pennsylvania swerved to avoid the Corry car causing a pole crash. The accident occurred as Reynolds claimed brakes failed and he did not see a barricade. Continued on page five.
Harrisburg December 6 The butcher, baker, candlestick maker and housewives joined lawyers, merchants, clerks, doctors, and a mayor to formally cast Pennsylvania 36 electoral votes for Franklin D Roosevelt and Henry A Wallace. Included were Emma Guffey Miller of Slippery Rock and Gertrude Logue of Philadelphia among the housewives representing the state’s 1821 tradition of voting for the nation’s top executive.
Washington Dec 18 the Supreme Court ruled that federal authority over river streams is broad enough to require licensing. Justice Reed delivered the opinion holding the Federal Power Commission may require Appalachian Electric Power Company to obtain a permit for its dam and power project on the New River near Radford Virginia. Attorneys general of Virginia and other states supported the federal effort contending the project invaded safe sights.
Under the Defense Act, shop classes begin this afternoon at Hatch Vocational School. Albert Anderson and John Freeburn will direct the eight week courses for 15 to 20 men, with sessions from 4:30 to 12:30 and 10:30 to 6:30. WEA notices go out today, and enrollment aims for three eight week courses this summer.
A section of the first door area on East Main Street collapsed this morning amid heavy Stock weights and Gilmore Electric Co building operations. Moor front end caved in under big rolls of wire and equipment, disrupting gas and water services. Repairs were underway this afternoon.
A fire destroyed a Columbus area home killing Mrs Beatrice Lindsey and her four youngest children. Father E Clark Lindsey and the six remaining children survived, with Harold Lindsey— hospitalized in Corry—showing improving condition. Grandparents house guests, relief funds through a Journal drive, and plans for long term housing and clothing for the seven orphans were reported as committees organized to support the family.
Georgetown South Carolina December 16. An armed mob tried to gain custody of an alleged negro assailant of a young white woman. State militia were called after the crowd forced Sheriff Bruberton to turn over all negro prisoners for identification by the woman. She could not identify any, and the prisoners were dismissed.
Indiantown Gap Pennsylvania residents report work on the new eight million dollar U8 army training camp is ahead of schedule. Major Willan L. Ray says the National Guard could occupy by February 17 as carpenters are rushed to finish the cantonment.
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