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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1943
Page
4
A local opinion piece condemns hoarding scarce goods and urges fair sharing of food clothing profits and wages. It cites patriotism and sportsmanship as guides and references Eddie Rickenbacker showing solidarity with companions. It warns against greed and argues enough for all if everyone takes their fair share.
Reports question whether Hitler remains in command as generals potentially rule the Nazi forces. Observers note possible mental decline or brain disturbance and discuss who holds control. Russian advances pressure German defenses as retreats intensify, signaling a momentous, uncertain history.
Twenty years ago the city resumes normal activities after the cold stretch ends. Crawford county road boosters at Cambric Springs discuss a road project between this city and Spartansburg. Reports note deaths and injuries in local incidents, including Heath of Barney Me and Mrs Katherine Kerr.
Cory High School choir will join the band in a joint benefit for the Red Cross Camy Chapter at the Sentar Fligh school auditorium next Wednesday evening February 24. The choir will perform after five selections. pieces include Mary Don't You Weep Swing Low and Deep River. The band will play Star Spangled Banner Overture March and more as announced by Fy Lyrin Rice. The event is supported by Rotary and Lions clubs with advance ticket sales managed by club members.
Marineburg February 19 the 1943 legislature cut passenger car registration fees. About 1,000,000 cars face no change while 61,000 autos drop from 2 to 40 and 60,000 stay at 27. A pickup truck fee cut affects around 3,000 farm vehicles. Governor Martin signed the measures, projecting saving about 3 million annually.
The article stresses civilian foot strain from long standing and improper shoes. It notes flat feet cause pain and stretching, urges proper footwear, and warns against overwork and poor support.
A spoof quiz lists garbled questions about rivers cities and history. It mentions Varopezh on Ruslan river, a trial at Dist of Worm, Zurich country, Georgetown University, and Washington politics with names like Patterson and Willkie. The item emulates a newspaper puzzle page.
Householders are urged to fill the accompanying declaration form for point rationing. They must report canned goods on hand, counting five per person and adjusting for family size, with exclusions noted. The process includes submitting names and ration-book numbers, and possible penalties or options for excess cans.
Max Gordon Comedy Junior Miss will be staged at Shenango Center near Greenville. The 21 actor company from New York travels to the Greenville Army camp for a free performance to entertain camp personnel as Transfer Theatre opens with a 149 foot stage and cinema screen.
Advertisements tout SAN-CURA Ointment and SAN CURA Soap as antiseptic relief for piles itch and sting. The copy claims benefits for itching between the toes and recommends washing with SAN CURA Soap before applying the ointment. Available at 606 stores.
Erie lawmakers consider a bill to close all clubs and cafes at 11 p.m. each night to protect service members. Erie Federation of Clubs leader Joseph Schilling and attorney Jacob Held report the measure faces opposition and notes existing curfews for service men. The bill also seeks liquor sale limits after 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. end times, with political debate ongoing in Harrisburg and Philadelphia.
Howard A. Stewart of the U S Employment Service announced Erie will gain a War Manpower Commission director. The move aims to study employers' problems, direct job placement, and shift workers to essential war needs. Stewart said Erie is in Class 2, balancing inventory and labor, with no current shortage if transfers continue.
Frank M. Bowser, 58, longtime circulation manager of the News-Herald, died suddenly at his Pittsburg Road home Friday night after suffering a heart attack last Sunday. He had run the paper’s circulation since 1919 and is survived by his wife, the former Jane Trae, and Mrs. Richard Rodgers.
Gas supplies in Kane County were boosted after a rapid temperature drop drained reservoirs. Officials said the shortage was widespread during the freeze but was alleviated as utilities built up inventories to adequate levels following the recent cold spell.
An 11 year old farm hand in Bradford walks 40 miles to answer a selective service call. Rugert G. Hurd says he left his work at a gient in Chiba to report for a physical examination in Erie. He traveled by car as part of a special board trip and plans to start training promptly if allowed.
Dunkirk report shows BP. D. Rich & Company of New York City as lowest bidder for general contract on Brooks Memorial Hospital wing. Shaeffer Electric Company of Warren, Pa., named low bidder for electrical work. Local entities provide bids and notes on the project.
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