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29 Dec 1943
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1943
Page
1
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Corry draft board released the December call listing thirty one Corry men among the 79 percent who are fathers and active family men. Notices directing reporting for induction on January 6 were mailed and received, with the group to report to board headquarters in Corry for physicals and possible classification. The list includes numerous Union City Erie Waterford and Corr y residents, with addresses in McKean and Warren counties.
The heads of three remaining railroad unions announced they will call off a strike that would have begun tomorrow. The joint statement, issued with Lt. Gen. Breighton Somervell, came after a conference in his office. Unions involved include the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen, the Order of Railway Conductors, and the Switchmen's Union of North America, representing about 230000 workers. The decision allows rail operations to continue with government oversight and avoids a national crippling strike.
Production in the steel industry begins to rebound as a wave of work stoppages by more than 170000 workers eases. Negotiations continue between CIO United Steel Workers and major producers for new contracts. A master plan for about 500 steel companies could shape future agreements. Retroactive pay boosts depend on national stabilization approval, with industry opinion expecting higher worker pay when final terms are settled.
Mr and Mrs H J Davis were aboard the Erie train No 18 returning from Chicago to New York with their son Jenny when the Erie crossing collision occurred near Erin delaying the Evie train. The accident happened at about 2 15 in the afternoon.
Washington reports U.S. submarines and Navy planes have sunk or damaged 1538 Japanese ships, including 12 vessels recently sent to the bottom. Submarine actions in the Southwest Pacific have reduced Japanese supplies, forcing use of small craft battered by torpedo boats. destroys a destroyer and several large tankers and freighters are among those sunk or damaged.
Allied air forces blasted Japanese targets across the Marshalls and New Britain as American Marines pushed toward the Gane Gloucester area on New Britain. Liberators delivered heavy raids on Wotje and Jaloir, while Japanese defenses stiffened on New Britain and in New Guinea amid reports of food issues in China and Tokyo broadcasts.
Aero Supply Manufacturing Company has forwarded a check for 2000 dollars to the hospital directors. Mr. Elston says the gift is greatly appreciated and aimed at improving facilities at Corry Hospital. The hospital has benefited from local industry gifts and expects funds to support expansion and a general program of improved mobility.
City officials were notified of a January 20 Public Utility Commission hearing in Erie on the Bowman interests plan to operate extensive helicopter passenger routes. The proposal would link Erie Union City Corry Warren and Pittsburgh with possible Ohio connections, signaling a future local air transport development after the war.
Mercer Pa December 29 Former congressman Harry A Estep says the commonwealth overstepped constitutional powers by trying William Morell 22 for three murders in one jury trial He asserts the probe will involve questioning many persons with knowledge of events among principals who have not been questioned previously Helen Wilson 48 and Everett Wilson 70 were among the victims Robert McKay DA Edwin G Moon counters the claim noting dual murders have been tried together in Mercer County and in the state Supreme Court Meanwhile Helen Wilson was moved to Philadelphia after release from Kerrville Texas custody to be brought to Mercer County for the inquiry Estep continues the investigation
AP dispatch notes British warships and planes sinking three German destroyers and a blockade runner in the Bay of Biscay, with Allied forces tallying more damage as the war rages. The report mentions attacks near France, Italy, and the Mediterranean, including bombers targeting western Germany and advancing Soviet troops near Kiev.
State Health Department urges Corry to fund initial survey for a proposed sewage disposal plant. Mayor Hepler cites a six year policy of debt reduction while council approves a half mill tax increase to cover about 3,000 for the engineer’s survey with final costs estimated at 11,600 as groundwork for federal or state funds in a postwar construction program.
Washington dispatch reports a plan to scrap the idea of signing a peace with Germany in favor of a simple declaration of peace. A proposed UN court to try Hitler Mussolini and other Axis leaders is included. General Margel de Baer, Belgian, advocates declaring peace and outlines the proposal to the State Department.
Fire alarm from Box 114 reported a basement blaze at the Haines residence on King Street near Fifth. A stick used to thaw frozen pipes ignited a smoldering end, causing a small flare but no damage. Families remain safe as units extinguished the fire.
Mr and Mrs Lotis Lundy of 14 East Frederick street learn their son Don Lundy has died from injuries, dated November 1 1926. Born Brockport, Pa on January 26 1994, he moved to the city young and served in the Air Force with a death in the North African theater. The Lundy family recalls a Christmas card from him before his injury. He leaves parents, a brother Ame, and a sister Betty. He had been discharged from the Army and worked at the Raymond plant in the city.
The report discusses the OPA policy shift on fresh ham prices, noting a one cent rise per pound and the impact on pork stamp values. It highlights critics calling profiteers and lobbyists and argues price moves reflect consumer cost pressures during wartime.
Bulletin dispatches from London and Washington summarize Axis boasts of Gibraltar naval activity and forts, Polish underground rejection of a Christmas Day offer to fight Russians, and U.S. lawmakers debating food subsidies. The reports note British cruiser and nine torpedo boats leaving Gibraltar and merchant ships in harbor, alongside political calls to avoid protracted legislative battles.
A Philadelphia inquiry found that worthless coal shipments entered the city in recent months. The case, led by George Whitehead of the Bureau of Weights and Measures, was turned over to the district attorney after collecting substantial data on the issue.
Misnury County District Attorney Kenneth W. Rice of Crawford reports Conrad Krave, 9, died after a confrontation with classmate George Davie, First boy, during a home afternoon argument over a game. Davie allegedly struck Krave, who collapsed and died on the street near his home.
The article outlines a broad reshuffle of Eisenhower's invasion staff with key appointments: Admiral Bertram Ramsay shifts to Naval Communications and Air Marshal Tin Mallory becomes Chief. Lt Gen. Omar Bradley and Gen. Henry Wilson gain roles, while Gen. Jacob Devers is reassigned to the Mediterranean. The piece also notes a separate Treasury report from December 27 showing receipts of 280,227,032.00 dollars, expenditures of 18857, net balance 312,395,943.35107, total debt 117,566,956.12, up 19411,897.81 from prior.
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