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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1940
Page
1
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Republican strategists estimate a five per cent shift in votes in 38 states outside the solid South could return the House to GOP control in 1940, the first time since 1930. Speaker candidate Joseph W. Martin Jr. signals focus on gains, with Massachusetts as his base and talk of possible presidential prospects if the tide favors his party.
Japan's premier Mitsumasa Yona tells parliament Tokyo is prepared to take a firm stand if the United States withdraws from understanding Japan's "new order" in East Asia. The premier spoke as U.S. interest faces wary eyes amid debates on China and Chiang Kai-shek. Foreign Minister Mochiu Arita signaled a cautious approach, asking whether the government plans to advise U.S. residents in China. The scan notes growing press skepticism in Scandinavia toward German U-boats and the war’s widening toll.
Former Pennsylvania governor George Earle was nominated by President Roosevelt to serve as minister to Bulgaria. The announcement also named David Gray as minister to Ireland and Laula G. Dreyfus Jr. as minister to Afghanistan, with prior diplomatic service noted for Earle as former United States minister to Austria.
Governor James voices demand for more home rule to divorce local units from state laws at the 19th annual Pennsylvania Association of Township Supervisors convention. Williamsport favored as next year’s site as delegates wrap committee reports and prepare for officer elections. James argues for decentralization, claiming centralization limits local self government and efficiency.
In Mineola New York on February 7 patrolman Alvin J Dasley of the Long Beach Police was found guilty of first degree manslaughter by a jury for fatally shooting Just November 15 of Iwtuyor Teuts B Edwards. County Judge Chuntiand A Jorm Ton faces sentencing by mid February. punishment for first degree manslaughter ranges from ten to twenty years. The case stems from the officer's actions in Long Beach.
London reports three of five British planes shot down by Soviet fighters as Finnish aid forces battle. Paris notes 138 Poles executed by Germany near Warsaw in reprisal for German police deaths. London announces the sunken Munster steamer with 200 aboard saved at an English port. Paris says French patrols push into German soil for info. Gibraltar reports air raid alarm for three unknown aircraft. all clear in ten minutes.
Peter Barnes and James Richards were executed in Winton Green as Britain seeks to end IRA violence. The pair admitted killing and wounding in a August 25 bombing on a Coventry main street, drawing strong protests and political tension over Irish reunification and security in the United Kingdom.
House speech by D. Pa. Rep. McGranery denounces Gov. Arthur H James of Pennsylvania. He calls Col. Carl Z Estes a Texas newspaper publisher the ghost governor of Pennsylvania and rejects James charges that the WPA discriminates against Pennsylvania while accusing him of courting Big Business money to finance his administration.
About 1,000 protestors gathered today to oppose executions, marching through the city in a show of labor and civil rights tensions. Participants included unemployed workers and members of local associations, voicing opposition to political controls and urging reforms.
A semi tractor trailer overturned after skidding on a slippery Corty Union City highway near the fish hatchery, crashing into an automobile carrying Rev. Lyle Donnelly, his wife, and two children. All eight occupants escaped with minor bruises as the truck’s cargo spilled and both vehicles were badly damaged. Police cleared the scene after several hours as crews righted the trailer and reopened the roadway.
The Journal reports a Corry resident gave $50 anonymously to be added to gifts for the Finnish Relief Fund chaired by former President Herbert Hoover. Earlier $5 was sent and a $55 draft will be forwarded. total contributions reach $302.52 with future funds to cover shipping and handling.
Greensburg Pa July 7 Believed to have started in the boiler room fire razed the Greensburg Lumber Company yards causing damage up to 50000. High winds fed the flames which swept the main plant and two hours were needed to control the blaze. Traffic on the Lincoln highway was rerouted and police formed lines to keep spectators back.
Harrisburg report quotes state motor police commissioner Colonel Lytin G. Adams casting serious doubt that the FBI is pursuing the Margaret Martin murder. He notes troopers have resigned and a Kingston stenographer’s qual ilated beay was found in a burlap bag months ago. A TV commentator suggests a break could occur soon.
Reports show chickenpox cases and measles rising again with quarantine details. Lawrence Porter, son of Paul Porter, is isolated with chickenpox while two siblings Helen and James Bennett, and infant Mildeline Floss are noted in affected households.
Harrisburg February 7 The Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation Board of Review denied the appeal of Senator William J. Erne of New Castle finding him not totally unemployed and ineligible for jobless benefits of 15 dollars a week. The New Castle office and Referee Samuel Roberts both upheld the decision and a 21 day waiting period was required.
F D O Connor formerly of Beto now employed at a Joes plant was arrested about 9 last evening on warrants by alderman G H Gordon for three charges of issuing and cashing fraudulent checks. The checks totaling $21 were drawn on a bank and presented by Stanley Kasper Frank Smith of Columbus and RK W Love of this city. After arrest papers were served by city police O Connor appeared before the First ward alderman and a settlement was reached with wages at the plant ordered to cover the check costs and about $18 in costs.
Democratic State Chairman David Lawrence and key party leaders plan a conference in Harrisburg or Philadelphia to map a strategy against Senator Whiteley for renomination. White House aides and party figures indicate this marks the first coordinated effort since the state’s primary focus shifted to Senate races.
District offices of the State Highway Department reported no definite plans for new construction in Erie County or nearby Warren County. Officials expected heavier Dib erum work in the coming season but could not confirm any specific projects or timelines. Erie city officials had last week secured more than 600000 for spring projects in and near Erie.
Nancy France February reports Karl Roos an Alsatian autonomist was executed today by a firing squad on charges of espionage. He was described as founder and leader of the Green Shirts, former vice mayor of Strasbourg and president of the Haut Rhin general council.
Harrisburg report says Governor Arthur H. James will not declare for the presidency. The speech at Grand Rapids is not expected to be broadcast, though he may attend as a guest of Sen. Arthur H. Vandenberg. observers note the talk could signal a trial balloon without final commitment, the political scene remaining unsettled ahead of the Republican field.
Washington February 7 Vice President John N Garner explaining the first Senate vote in nearly six years told friends he supports any move to government wo appropriations. Garner broke a 34 to 34 tie on an amendment to the independent Offices appropriation bill to GUL $115,259 from the Civil Aeronautics Authority. He voted for the amendment and told senators his position on future votes. He said aye for reducing appropriations and no for dourogue, a stance seen as opposing the president.
United Press reports Mrs. Fred McNell wife of a WPA worker in Columbus offers to give away two of her five children to secure better food and care. She notes incomes never exceed 15 per week and cites hardship hindering proper upbring. The two youngest, Wilbur and Paul, would be placed in a good home as promised.
Corry area reports St Edward's School opened after a wave of illness and influenza. Absences rise as 40 pupils and four teachers were missing. superintendent Dewey notes around 150 students absent, with most cases mild and a few long illnesses.
A federal case charges 17 members of the Christian Front with conspiracy and related crimes. The indictment outlines alleged acts tied to extremist activities and seeks legal action against the individuals identified by name in connection with the group’s operations.
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