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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1942
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR notes a 92 year old man associated with Nome of a Bogert in New York in 1860 and a relative who lived with two individuals. Content is garbled and no clear events or dates beyond the age and location are visible.
The article discusses Austria's postwar fate, the desire of some to merge with Germany, and Allied resistance. It notes potential political shifts could have altered WWII outcomes, then returns to broader peace questions and the looming conference. It also names Stalin as 1943 Man of the Year for leading defenses against German invasion, while praising Allied contributions. The piece ends with shipping concerns and Japanese supply vulnerabilities in 1943.
A captured German soldier mocked American soldiers in the North Africa campaign commentating on light tanks vs heavy tanks and praising General Montgomery. He suggested misperceptions about recent Allied successes and referenced a new American gun and a mobile unit aiding rapid advances from Egypt westward.
Twenty years ago a board meeting debated a campaign and public utilities while a wedding occurred in the Catholic church in Broeton. Margaret McMahon married David Bacon of Cleveland. A Corry Choral Society concert, sixteenth pieces, to be directed by RC Barth, is praised. Corry Lodge installed officers at the Horn block and hosted St Johns Day banquet. Weather bureau reports Corry’s snowfall at 0.7 inches, marking notable winter conditions. Mrs Sarah Nasi celebrated her 99th birthday at the DuPont Hotel in Wilmington with an elaborate buffet.
The Medical Society of Pennsylvania warns gasoline rationing will not stop carbon monoxide poisoning. It can occur in garages with closed doors and windows as well as in homes and industries from defective heat and appliances. Gas and furnace exhaust contain dangerous levels. the odorless gas causes weakness and unconsciousness, with pneumonia as a frequent aftereffect and immediate anti quot respiration as emergency treatment.
Haltquist of Jamestown, head of the National Association of Furniture Manufacturers, said he has been in contact with Lawrence Whiting of the American Furniture Mart, Chicago, and learned the market is planned to open Monday January 4. Some doubts had arisen about whether the annual market would proceed.
Jamestown December 28 G William Hodges 62 of 87 Forest Ave is hospitalized with a fractured left leg at Jamestown General Hospital. He was admitted at 10 20 p m Thursday after being struck while rolling logs onto a truck for Green Brothers Lumber Co of Blackville.
The Pennsylvania relief rolls show a steady drop as private employment gains absorb workers from seasonal industries. As of December, 140 general assistance rolls and 38,487 cases reflect a reduced need, with 327 cases closed for job gains and WPA adjustments contributing to a net weekly reduction of 75 cases. Total expenses reach $109, G1 with $2,243 in mill orders.
Byron Walte announced that Lee Sloan, prominent local art producer and member of the frm of Slomiy and Zook, will serve as general chairman of land-pai activities for the Bradford McKean county chapter of the American Red Cross. The War Punt dulla is expected to reach about 80,000 dollars, roughly twice the 1942 effort.
Dr Greenleaf reports smallpox exposure tied to two weddings in Doyer Del and Lancaster county. About 250 guests attended the first ceremony, with seven children among those infected. Health officials estimate normal travel may resume in seven days after vaccination. no deaths so far.
The piece surveys Lin Yutang The Wisdom of China and India and reviews Nor Any Victory by Ray Brock Jefferson Himself by Bernard Mayo Southern Harvest by Clare Selgin Mayfield and Leighton's Southern Harvest, praising the breadth of Asian philosophy translations and the mix of humor and history in Western war reportage, with authorial notes on style and perspective.
A wartime conversion order requires facilities using 10 000 gallons or more of fuel oil to convert by January 26. The Jamestown Chamber of Commerce and War Production Board oversee the program with regional offices ready to assist. Failure to convey required quantity could lead to ration denial and production constraints.
May day crash devastates Little Hope community. Mary Luthery survives, with sister Hele and brother Bath among the injured. Authorities investigate cause while funeral plans begin and local leaders urge resilience.
Auditor General B Clair Ross alleges grave irregularities in the State Department of Revenue bonds. The claim centers on defective execution of surety and fidelity bonds totaling about 81 million dollars, potentially affecting 1,000 state employees. The statement warns the irregularities could hinder Commonwealth revenue and damage public trust.
The oldest alumnus of Allegheny College, a long-time resident of Us Wenang, died yesterday. He was 40 years connected with the college, helped establish the Tudor Fusténe Company at Menttville, and served as a crsks organizer for TW years before his death on Wednesday at Previn.
A tobaggoning incident left Bryce Wey Mee and another man with both wrists broken. Reports from General Hospital say the first patient arrived at 2 PM and his condition was described as good.
A fragmented market listing covers livestock prices and produce notes with entries for cattle calves sheep and various meats. It references bidders producers and regional pricing, but the OCR text is garbled making full details unclear. The Pittsburgh Produce section notes general demand and prices for apples potatoes and other staples with scattered regional figures.
Harry Bobo a lightweight heavyweight from Fitzsburgh makes his second appearance this month, facing Tack Walker in Columbus in the leading ten round bout. Bobo knocked out Larry Lane in Cleveland on December 1 and was previously barred in Pennsylvania for bad eyesight.
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