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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1940
Page
1
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The trial of corporal Benjamin Franl, 33, of the Pennsylvania motor police, began its defense after 17 witnesses were called by the state. The case featured autopsy testimony on a deceased girl and disputed questions over shooting details as the defense sought to challenge the prosecution’s framing.
Rescue workers pressed into three sections of the mine at Bar tley West Virginia as 87 miners remained entombed after a blast. Officials feared deadly gas and limited oxygen would hinder rescue efforts while relatives gathered near the site awaiting word on their loved ones.
Secretary Cordell Hull defended the reciprocal trade environments policy in Washington today. He warned that abandoning the program could invite a shift toward dictatorship and economic collapse, emphasizing the need to maintain favorable trade relations.
A sealed verdict may be required today in Grayford county court in the case of C B And Alice Van Epps of Union City versus Harold B Abrams of Woodcock township Overford county in TR Dubherty alk of Mito City. The divine clin chases Abe ringing drove his auto into a machine operated by Homeily resulting in injuries. The reverse, boda confirmed by howl finton of Ghirlen Gieseng vec tory A ti Tavs.
Bulletins from the front report a German U-boat Ussukuma attacked after being intercepted by a British warship in the south Atlantic near Hamburg. Detonations heard in Hetelnki suggest heavy artillery fire by a large force. An Italian ship reportedly struck a mine off an East Coast town. Moscow reports Mikhail Kaganovich loses aviation post per Tass.
United Free dispatch reports Senator Borah of Idaho warning Britain seeks to draw the United States into the war. He cites Chamberlain and the British ambassador and notes American sympathy would waver if blood is shed. Senator Pittman did not endorse Borah’s view.
The Corry Journal reports Finnish relief fund donations totaling $104 forwarded to headquarters. Administrative costs are funded separately and local contributors give as little as a dollar, with further gifts under review this week.
The air war raged over Britain with German reconnaissance and attack planes repelled by anti air fire. Shrapnel damaged northern towns while fiction fronts in Berlin and London kept details secret. Danish reports spoke of intense fighting and possible damage to the Hindenburg dam. Finland's front remained quiet after Red forces retreated to Suomussalmi. Sweden pledged support to Finland as Parliament opened.
Pittsburgh City Treasurer James P. Kirk was fined 2500 on conviction of seeking to monopolize the bond business of state road contractors in western Pennsylvania. Victor Skok, an employee of Kirk’s insurance agency, was fined 1500. Cumberland County Judge Reese ordered the defendants to pay prosecution costs.
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Cory Hospital's December report records 599 hospitalization days, including 31 charity cases totaling 217 days. Twenty births and three deaths occurred, with 17 major and 26 minor surgeries. The Ladies Auxiliary raised under $1,000 for repairs and equipment, while heating system issues prompted board action.
Fred Miller a 16 year old son of Mr and Mrs LeRoy Miller of Stand Valley south of Garkind suffered an eight bullet wound to the left shoulder yesterday after accidentally firing his 22 rifle while hiking through woods to check traps. He was resting at Titusville City Hospital after being removed by car with medical aid summoned at Joe Osborn’s home.
Water Cady, 22, son of Mr and Mrs Prenat Cady of Sherman, shows improvement after an automobile accident on the Clymersher main road. He was discharged from hospital after treatment and observation.
Harrisburg January 1 Republicans meet and endorse Philadelphia chairman Jay Cooke for the U.S. senatorial nomination. Cooke, ally of Pew Oil executive Joseph N Pew, fronted by state GOP leaders, faces a likely three way primary with Kent Reed and Chief Justice John Kephart as possible contenders.
The State Department said Washington objects to a neutrality act as it discriminates against British vessels. The protest centers on the act as it relates to British interests and the handling of British ships under the policy.
Postmaster James F P Sullivan announced Corry postal receipts rose in 1939 by about 83 000 over 1938 totals. The year ended with receipts of 48 196 30 up 2 948 91 from 45 179 39, marking the strongest gain in years amid a regional post office business pickup.
A young boy narrowly escaped serious injury when a sled crashed into the rear wheel of a car driven by C. Sorenson on Concord street. The boy was treated at a hospital and discharged. the incident marks a close call after an earlier collision on Dutch street.
At the Dairy Men’s League gathering in the Grange Horn Building Carl Proctor presided as Henry Marsh outlined milk price fluctuations linked to federal marketing orders. S. H. M. Stevens presented graphical data on price plans while Tully demonstrated market benefits since a order revision. Ivan Hatch reported for sub district delegates as Harvey and Chutes were re elected. An oyster dinner followed with entertainment by Mrs. Harold Howard.
The famed train robber Roy Gardner, last of the era’s outlaws, committed suicide last night with poison after packing his belongings. His bags bore 51 cent tips and a do not disturb sign, while a poison gas warning was posted on the door as he sealed it and used cyanide to depart this world at age 86.
Hearings in Poole Magistrate Court delayed by a day or two as cases involving Robert Clough non support and a Lang Bakery driver accused of peddling without a license are rescheduled for later in the week. Police have dropped inquiry into a reported theft. prosecutions are unlikely unless residents pursue warrants.
A 20 year old man from Vue ity was injured in a traffic crash near the Warreh linegiind Plate. He remains hospitalized as investigators review the incident and condition updates are expected.
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