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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1943
Page
3
Editorial notes endorse General George C. Marshall as supreme Allied commander and praise his leadership while criticizing Washington over-regulation. The piece defends wartime efficiency, urges support for Marshall, and questions policy failures amid the global crisis.
Bumner Welles, former under secretary of state, argues the good neighbor policy is worthwhile. He cites Brazil, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Central American republics, and West Indian nations for aiding allies and speeding the war effort. He notes Mexico’s improved cooperation and calls neighborly spirit a real dividend, alongside a tangential mention of an 18th century law school.
Twenty years ago a Warren announcement outlined plans to realign the Cory Garland road, eliminating a dangerous curve by building a new bridge over Osborne Run. The project would affect East Pleasant Wirvel and involve local officials and residents as winter weather hampers travel.
The article warns about individuals feigning deafness to dodge military service, noting 101 cases and detailing how a careful ear specialist must observe and question suspects over time. It emphasizes the faker's tricks, the need for long-term monitoring, and the sharp eye of otologists to spot deception.
A playful quiz demands names and facts from history and geography. Questions cover government agencies, star nearest to Earth, generals, states capitals, governors, borders, poetry inscriptions, and boxing champions.
Baie Dec 14 Fifteen persons died in traffic accidents in the eastern city and vicinity streets and highways during the first ten months of 1948, compared with thirty-nine in 1942. State Revenue Secretary David W Harris noted a 23 death drop from 1942 but said the decline in fatalities was not large given reduced travel. County rural areas had two pedestrian deaths in 1943 and five in 1942, while the city saw elevated traffic deaths in 1943 and 1942. The report also mentions U.S. Senate proceedings being conducted privately.
A disjointed report paints a picture of local political chatter and civic concerns. It notes discussions on federal agencies, school district issues, and public notice of police activity, plus remarks on taxes, housing, and veterans' services, with several named people and places referenced in a busy, editorial tone.
Corry schools unite to support Junior Red Cross efforts with strong participation across grades. Students from senior high and Edward High join in packing books and supplies for distribution, while teachers report near perfect attendance in drives and clubs organize to assist local Red Cross tasks.
The Dendynmen's Lewshe Cooperive Association will call a December meeting to press government agencies for a price of 4.50 per 400 pounds of milk. Secretary reports say the executive committee will urge this policy to directors, amid warnings that a long shortage risks farm income and feed supplies.
An economic column argues merchants will drive postwar growth by stocking the best goods at low prices, offsetting inflation, and easing after removal of price controls. It cites railroads and wholesalers, notes frontiers remain in opportunity, and urges stores to act as acres of diamonds by applying the Golden Rule.
In Hemlock area Mabel Taylor answered a query in the Journal’s How’s Your TQ feature about the youngest living brother of Kite George of Nhyland. Wai Tike of ent, who died in an airplane crash last year, and Miss Taylor both agree the Duke of Gloucester is the sorrest answer. The feature travels to Washington but is not easily tripped up.
The Finance Director outlined a 1944 municipal budget totaling 2,918,125 with a regular 500,000 set aside for service provisions and a revised proposal of 1,801,857 from earlier figures. The plan includes payrolls for five additional firefighters and alterations to safety and dairy farm labor provisions, reflecting shifts in city spending and staffing.
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