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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1942
Page
6
Erie Railroad figures and maple producers discuss a special label for products. Retail sales in department stores showed gains around February, with year-over-year increases. Memorial services and civic notices reference local dignitaries and war efforts while communities plan siren installations and air raid readiness.
Mrs A Puhring and two daughters returned to Sheffield after serving with her husband De A Puhring in the Navy near Pago Pago and Tuvalu. They sailed nine days on a perilous voyage to San Francisco then Kansas before reaching Sheffield where he serves at Norfolk Naval Station. Mrs Puhring recalls limited damage from Japanese bombing and notes precautions for civilians away from harbors and forts.
Jamestown February 20 Ralph Anderson 20 of Frewsburg severely injured when struck by an automobile on the Jamestown Frewsburg highway near Spencer Road during a heavy snowstorm. Driver identified as James Norton Allegany motion picture projectionist. Coroner Bowers says Anderson stepped into the car's path while returning from Frewsburg where he investigated a death.
Loui rey Lauphrey of West Springfield filed a $10,000 damages suit in Brie county court for injuries from an auto crash on Ridge road. Defendants Earl Plass of West Springfield and Jay Peters of East Springfield named jointly allege Peters gate failed and crushed into Lauphrey’s vehicle as he attempted to drive into his home driveway.
Sparta Township social notes describe a conservation program sign up at Frank Firth home for 199% participation. PTA Founders Day program at Sparta gym with Mrs W Hawthorne addressing Crawford County PTA and other local club activities. community deaths births and school events noted with multiple local figures and upcoming games.
A 1941 Brewer publication praises high ranking officers for allowing beer at army camps. It argues brewers can cultivate taste for beer among millions of young men and cites the 18th Amendment era protests. It notes anti prohibition groups and a Women's Christian Temperance Union in the context.
The education committee weighs a bill to require 12 hours weekly military instruction in public high schools statewide. Senator Waller proposes the plan under War powers. Haus and Vail draft details with armory use and equipment.
A mixed page item lists pet for sale in Greyhound Post House and poultry farm auctions, followed by legal notices in Erie County Pennsylvania. It includes marriage and divorce notices, master’s hearing schedule, and an administrator’s inventory with detailed household goods and terms.
Ray Harrison the Harlem welterweight champion meets Maxie Berper of Montreal in a 12 round bout at Madison Square Garden. Harrison, undefeated in 27 pro starts and the No 1 challenger to Red Cochrane, is the favorite at about 2 to 5. The undercard features Sammy Secret, Pittsburgh welter Wright, and Norman Rubio in an eight round bout.
U-boat attacks in the southern Caribbean leave a Panama flag tanker torpedoed near the Panama Canal and two anchored ships in the Gulf of Paria near Port of Spain damaged. Ten ships are confirmed sunk or damaged in this theater as US officers warn Aruba guards are ready for forceful action.
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Buffalo market notes show hogs 170-230 lbs at 14.15 to 13.40, 240-300 lb at 12.60-12.00, fat cattle 740-890, sausage bulls 9.50-8.75, calves 15.50, sheep 12.25-12.50 with 12.75 occasional, and mixed cattle trade mostly steady though lighter demand. Pittsburgh produce lists apples, potatoes, and canned goods with varied prices, while New York stock market closes mixed with several major names listed in the Associated Press summary.
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