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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1941
Page
1
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Readers express alarm over the national debt and inflation as they wonder how savings and income relate to government financial limits. The article notes the approaching debt ceiling of 48 billion and discusses whether expenses can keep exceeding income, causing concern about future prices and wages.
A fragmented note discusses rising inflation in the United States, government debt, and corporate power. The text questions public attitudes toward government versus private institutions, citing bank holdings and wartime spending, with wary hints about future fiscal strain.
A fragmented text discusses decreasing debts and rates, citing commercial banks and corporations. It references working capital, national economy, income distribution, profits, and investments, noting concerns about government spending and living standards while highlighting investor interest in U.S. assets and bonds.
A condensed news digest notes Company A to be mobilized on February 17 in Brevilla area. Reports from Cairo show the Bardia garrison in critical condition after Australian forces breach outer defenses, capturing 5 000 prisoners. Headlines mention wartime fires in British towns and political moves in Washington toward Britain aid and budget deficits.
The Pennsylvania National Guard Company A mobilization at Indiantown Gap Pa is set for February 12 1b officers announced. Guardsmen will camp ten days at the State Armory before proceeding to Indiantown Gap for encampment. Seventy six guardsmen have passed exams. ten more recruits needed. Barracks are ready by February 17 and promotions may follow wartime strength increases. Interested young men should contact officers now.
A new three member steering group in the French regime will concentrate power. Admiral Jean Datlon, Marshal Henri Philippe Petain, and General Charles Hinlsiger are named to lead the government with Pierre-Elwine Piandin as foreign minister and Daylaw to head the directory of the inher.
Judge Thomas W. Dickey of Lawrence County Common Pleas Court died after a month illness in New Castle Pennsylvania. A University of Pennsylvania Law School graduate, he served as district attorney from 1910 to 1913 and returned to the bench in 1937, remembered for his devoted service.
Jai Dingell chair of the Dies Committee said he would ask Congress to extend the Committee on Un American Activities for two years to create a long range program to root out subversive elements. He requests a 1 million dollar appropriation to bolster inquiries and says the committee has helped prevent communist instigated strikes in national defense industries by exposing plans in advance. A winter blizzard and continued snow flurries roughened the city with hazardous driving and forecasts call for more snow over the weekend.
Associated Press reports British forces recaptured nearly half of the Fascist defenses at Bardia in Italian Libya and took between one quarter and one third of the garrison prisoner. Athens dispatches note Greek breaches near Klisura Tepeleni as Italians mount desperate counterattacks. Germany denies Irish bombing blame while Britain bombards Bremen for a third night.
A bitter cold wave from Alaska and northwestern Canada surged into the north central states today, bringing snow and strong winds. The cold front moved through Indiana and Missouri with forecasts of subzero temperatures extending into North Dakota Minnesota Nebraska and surrounding areas as officials warned of plummeting readings.
Merchants 10 announce an upcoming meeting on Monday at 6:30 PM. Officers for the coming year will be elected, with Richard Rosbacher leading two previous assemblies and presenting a full report. A demonstration dinner and potential city cooperation with the Gary Regional Committee are planned.
Harrisburg January 4 The 1941 budget speech opening the 194th Pennsylvania legislature reportedly will call for a nearly 11 and a half billion dollar biennium but provide no firm recommendations. Governor James plans to indicate findings rather than demand action, aiming to steer Republican aims through a Democratic House while the Senate remains GOP controlled.
The Allison Royal Water Company claims Royal and Allison residents refuse water meter installation, raising the reason for the $2.25 monthly charge. Edward Yaulowskd, a company official, cites the dispute as the cause. Separately, actress Jane Wyman announces the birth of her daughter on her 27th birthday in Hollywood.
Athens dispatch reports Greek forces broke through Italian defense lines in the JT sector as General Metaxas predicted victory. Quoting the newspaper Niki, Greece aims to secure full independence amid ongoing war efforts.
Harrisburg Jan 4 Lock Haven has been chosen for the first WPA ground crew training experiment in Pennsylvania. Col Philip Mathews WPA administrator said the Lock Haven class will open next week and be among the nation’s first. Ten trainees will be selected from WPA rally based on experience fitness and interests and the three month course will be led by Don McCarty Williamsport. The program emphasizes handling of planes and airport equipment over engine work. The advisory Council of National Defense Civil Aeronautics Authority and U S Office of Education sponsor the project.
A backward firing device mounted beneath a bomber nose is described as the latest weapon. The Vickers gun is aimed and operated by the navigator to deter attackers approaching from below and behind the craft.
Washington reports Democratic leaders predict final approval of the lease and lend plan to aid Britain. The proposal would authorize war equipment loans to Britain with payment in kind or barter after hostilities end, a policy contested by Sen. Wheeler and La Follette and Nye who oppose broad presidential authority. Continued on page two.
DuBois Pennsylvania officials report 1040 days without a fatal highway accident as of June 4. The city credits strict traffic law enforcement. the last fatality occurred in December, with only minor injuries since then.
Life magazine plans a feature on Dr. Edward A. Briggs pastor of Boone Methodist Church with his wife and family. Reporters Martell Spence and Alfred Elsenstaedt spent six days in Boone to photograph Briggs and relatives, including Oliver and Margaret, and captured images with his congregation and church activities.
Joseph Penesa of Britton Run dies after a car left Route 77 near Belton and crashed into a headwall. Passenger Avery Avelery stays hospitalized with multiple injuries and shock. investigation by Corry authorities ongoing with inquest likely. Penesa's family hails from Britton Run and nearby cities. Funeral arrangements set at Torvey funeral home. services expected Monday or Wednesday.
Washington reports Roosevelt will submit a budget to Congress next week. It plans to show normal government expenses excluding defense costs, totaling about 17 billion dollars, with defense not included in that base.
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