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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1941
Page
4
In this preview from South Side Corry Pa, experts forecast a pivotal three months shaping Britain Europe and democracy. The piece argues self government nations must endure amid global tension and assigns high stakes to decisions by spring, noting dangers if aggressors prevail.
A Washington correspondent notes that in times of crisis the presidency expands to lead the army and navy, while Congress risks diminished checks and balances. The piece urges Congress to assert itself constructively and call for capable talent from lawmakers to support national defense and allied efforts. It also reflects on Anzacs and World War II era news, linking Australian forces to the broader war picture.
A garbled OCR note references poll results and the public, mentioning leaders and a tense political moment. The readable parts point to civic questions and community response, but details and names are unclear due to damage.
A historical note outlines that although many states allow mail ballots for civilians, service members face restrictions denying absentee voting in numerous states, reflecting tensions between military duty and electoral participation across the nation.
New York January 9 Anthony Eden returns to the foreign office and holds a long talk with Russian Ambassador Minsky signaling Britain's drive to win Soviet support. Churchill and Eden seek Russian cooperation to counter Nazism and balance the conservative old guard in Whitehall.
The fragmentary text hints at a balance between thinking and speaking in public discourse and mentions figures like Dole. It references political divisions, ceremonial phrases, and a sense of national decision making, though the garbled lines obscure precise events or statements. The tone is that of a mid-20th century newspaper clipping.
A phonetic note explains the traditional pronunciation of mathematics as math e mat tics with the middle syllable stretched but not dropped, highlighting speech patterns in historic usage and teaching guides.
A scrambled reader quiz asks ten questions about reports, titles, and general knowledge. It includes items on addressing a chair occupant, state settlements, kaolin forms, sports teams, dairy rates, and wind directions, inviting readers to turn to the classified page for the answers.
A curious fragment notes that a south facing window provides 45 times more surface light annually than a north facing pane. It compares Mississippi farm tenancy, stating percentage shares of farms operated by tenants versus tenants’ shares elsewhere, and mentions a rat and toy play idea as an aside.
A garbled reminiscence blends nightlife in Manhattan with a hospital mystery and a charity act. It recalls a nightclub figure moving from hardship to success, then questions about changing friends. It also notes McGinnis delivering food baskets to needy families, a Santa Claus effort, and scattered portraits of local figures.
Stewart argues Mussolini’s decline would hurt the Axis prestige as Roosevelt and Churchill weigh Italy’s role. He notes Roosevelt’s New Year message to King Victor Emmanuel III and Churchill’s anti Mussolini stance while distinguishing Italy’s dictator from its people and Germany’s Hitler. The piece weighs Italian internal support, kingly authority, and the potential impact on the war outlook.
Goiter has ancient roots with descriptions by Marco Polo and observations by travelers on iodine deficient water and food. In inland U S areas low iodine raises prevalence, females affected more than males, neck swelling common in youths, and severe cases may show eye protrusion. Foam appears white due to bubbles reflecting light.
Masher signals will be installed at the Irvington Warren crossing to improve motorist protection. The Warren County Motor Club lobbied for the safety upgrade and the Pennsylvania Department of Highways and the Pennsylvania Railroad Company will share the expenses. A formal Public Utility Commission hearing was scheduled for January 7, 1941, but the case was seized.
A historical note lists various coal byproducts including bath salts dye plastics varnish anesthetics headache tablets insecticides perfumes waterproofing materials baking powder phonograph records and synthetic ice reflecting early chemical industry ideas and potential products.
Erie officials announce three inquests to be held at the courthouse. Farol Nurmela, 23, of Ashtaula, crushed in an auto train crash at Holland street was scheduled for Thursday morning. Elmer Kelly, 18, of 1141 East 26th street, killed at 18th and Parade when struck by Ruth Schmeck's car is set for Thursday at 10 a.m. Christian Reichert, 69, of 937 West 25th street, fatally injured at 26th and Liberty when hit by Oscar Meta’s machine has inquest Friday.
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