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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1944
Page
3
A fragment from a 20th century science and politics era describes discoveries in aviation and astronomy, mentioning Unif and a Swarthinoye College figure Strand and GL Cygni. It then shifts to Massachusetts politics, noting Sinclair Weeks succeeding Henry Cabot Lodge era linkage and Weeks’ Senate prospects amid wartime service tidbits.
Monastery buildings in the Currocet area above Anzio cling to facades amid four changes of hands as eight German planes attempt to strike the bridgehead. U.S. heavy bombers hit rail yards at Modena Brescia Ferrara and other targets while Wellington bombers shadow the night raids. The Verona raid yields heavy combat with 16 enemy aircraft destroyed. Air victories are credited to Second Lt. George L. Sweeney and Second Lt. Robert B. Clark.
Evie county authorities toil to solve a notable mystery linked to bootlegging and a famed "staly trooper" figure. A major local banquet by the Fed Woman’s clubs drew 100 attendees at Parish Hall, while fire at Mrs Jann Loreom’s home prompted emergency response. Weather notes report the season’s heaviest snows, and Mayo patient news cites a patient’s steady recovery. Ticket sales begin for the Juniors’ class play Penrod to be staged March 3 at the High school Auditorium.
The text lists mixed question prompts about generals poets interior secretary Lincoln and other figures from different eras, with misspellings and unclear numbering, creating a fragmented quiz outline rather than a cohesive article.
Glean February 15 report states Willam Reitz, 87, died from gas fumes from a hot water heater in his home. He was in a bath when overcome, found by daughter Clare Varney. Police and fire units responded, but revival attempts with inhalator failed.
Feb 15 report says Fan Capella’s rural Ox Bow Hill residence caught fire Friday around nine in the morning. The blaze started in a second floor bedroom, spread to the attic, and neighbors helped extinguish before Union City firefighters arrived. Chief Murn Danner调查 found a harness across the room touched a hob chimney causing mattress ignition. loss covered by insurance.
A fight among Kane area youths near Kane ended with Lorenzo, age 15, shot in the neck by a .32 caliber revolver. Michael Lorenzo, 17, reportedly handed the weapon to Lorenzo after an earlier dispute. George Chatmon, Robert Chatmon, Rudolf Sanford and others were involved as witnesses and participants. Lorenzo was treated at a local hospital for a neck wound near the spine cord, condition alert with good recovery prospects.
Raymond Bloom, 44, surrendered to a friend Sunday night and was taken to Police Headquarters on a rape warrant. Bloom, a former boarder, is accused of attacking a five year old girl at a house last Tuesday night. The mother confronted Bloom in the girl’s bedroom. Bloom reportedly fled after a struggle, sustaining injuries. He gave himself up after detectives pursued him. He will be reviewed by a city judge and is held without bail pending arraignment.
A garbled report outlines a county loan drive with references to Lincoln, holidays, bond sales, and security concerns. The text mentions campaign totals and bond figures including a remaining shortfall, with extended notes on dates and banking terms. The fragment lacks clear names and places due to OCR errors.
Jamestown officials move to tighten renewal requirements for bingo hall licenses. City Attorney Samuel G. Alest says applicants must sign a vow to avoid state law violations and combat underage- and fight-related issues. City Mayor Dyeve and George A. Bowers discuss stricter controls as operators resist the changes.
In Manhattan at St George's Episcopal Parish House on February 4 Henry Thacker Burleigh, once a newspaper seller and steamship worker, marked his fiftieth anniversary as a baritone soloist with a public celebration. Delegates from Negro and white communities attended as New York’s Bishop Munting spoke and The Boys Club of New York presented a silver-banded cane, reflecting Burleigh’s rise to renowned composer of song and arranger of Negro spirituals.
Erie reports the start of a major hospital expansion to add 90 beds and expanded facilities. The project, awarded to Alex Marieonn Construction of New Rochelle, will cost about 287000 with kitchen work adding roughly 40000 more. Completion is targeted within a year.
Public sale announced for Wednesday February at 1 Olélock Noor Shaw, plus items west of Beaverdam and east of Chloe City. Auctioneer Arthur Sconten of Spar Lensburg lists livestock including calves, sows, and hogs, farm implements, grain, hay, and household goods. Frank Tarbell is owner, location Union City. Sale terms and exact items described in listing.
February market notes show New York eggs steady with varied special listings and a Buffalo hog and cattle report detailing hogs lighter and cows in mixed condition. Pittsburgh produce notes list apples, cranberries, and potatoes with several price variations and stock positions.
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