22 Jan 1941
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1941
Page
1
An ad fragment highlights prices and goods at a store on High Street. It mentions home furnishings and finishes, with unclear references to years and discounts. The readable text suggests a focus on value and selection, urging customers to visit for bargains.
British troops driving eight miles through Tobruk defenses were three miles from the town at dusk with advances described as developing satisfactorily. Dispatches indicate storming units aided by Royal Air Force and Austrian forces making progress amid fierce fighting on the northeastern front.
Regional committee informs city to expect five hundred mass constructed homes in Erie to ease worker housing shortages. Surveys to determine needs in Tiaville Corsy day and nearby areas proceed with Works Progress Administration support. data to Washington after week’s completion.
Corry residents awaiting citizenship oaths in Erie were interrupted when Ilona Siman, 42, a native of Czechoslovakia, collapsed and died of a heart attack just feet from her husband Joseph, who was to witness the ceremony. the naturalized citizen couple had come for the oath in the federal courtroom of Judge R Gibson.
Sharon Pennsylvania reports the death of Mayor Thomas J. Dougherty at 65 after a 10 day illness. Dougherty, a Democrat, was the city’s first elected chief executive in a Republican stronghold and had served since autumn 1938 on a four year term. He leaves a widow, a son Thomas M., a daughter Mary Laut, a sister Mrs. A red Durbin, and a twin brother.
Istanbul dispatch reports Turkish radio and press warning the Axis against moves toward Europe. Ankara claims a large Turkish force is ready in Thrace to deter invasion, insisting Turkey will respond decisively and forge new pages of glory if threatened.
D A Hillstrom, longtime MG A supporter in the city, accepts the general chairmanship of the 1941 YMCA canvass for funds. Advisory Board agrees on plan and names three majors Olin W Bracken Frank Whiteley and Carl Carlson to help organize the soliciting committee, expanding to twenty one workers. Campaign to begin February 4 with a meeting at Hotel Cory on January 31 for final instructions.
Pittsburgh Jan 23. Large orders for steel for automobiles may be sidetracked by national defense needs, says Howard Winkie Carnegie Tltnois Steel Co sales manager. Most manufacturers have steel to cover May and June output. extra orders depend on government decisions. Industry runs near capacity and hopes for more plants to meet demand. Separately Burgettstown Pa Jan 23 38 United Presbyterian clergymen seek exemption from military service, urging Congress to strike exemption clauses for ministers.
Justice James Clark McReynolds informed President Roosevelt that he will retire February 1 after 26 years on the Supreme Court. The 70-year-old conservative justice, who joined the court in 1914, plans to withdraw under the retirement act with full pay, opening the way for Roosevelt to name a sixth appointee.
Missouri's Democratic legislature faced a cash crunch as the state budget blocked pension payments and salaries for many workers. The treasurer and attorney general clashed over constitutionality while governor's aides sought emergency resolutions. Rockefeller joined the U S Army as a volunteer with little funds, and N Y official Cowing announced retirement February 1.
Investigators from the United States Steamboat Inspection Service the Coast Guard and the U S attorney general s office opened a probe into Boston harbor s deadliest incident the loss of 18 men on the fishing schooner Mary B O Hara after it collided with the anchored cog barge Winifred Sheridan of Philadelphia five crew members rescued by the trawler Worth Star were being questioned once recovered as officials seek to determine cause and circumstances.
Cory residents and businesses mobilize under James F. Sullivan and Charles P. Keating to canvass tomorrow for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. The Erie County chapter already contributed $550 to a single case, Mrs. Glenn Wood, who remains in critical care. organizers urge generous local support to aid polio sufferers and fund hospital facilities.
WASHINGTON House appropriations committee recommended an emergency appropriation of 315,500,000 to build 200 new carrier ships to meet a world shipping shortage caused by submarine and air attack. HARRISBURG Charles Matthews Jr. of New Castle was appointed by Governor James to be judge of the Lawrence County common pleas court subject to Senate confirmation. LONDON Prime Minister Churchill signaled that Britain's planned invasion of Europe underlined the need to bolster wartime conscription and preparations.
Ion Antonescu, Romania’s chief of state, works to restore order after widespread street fighting. In Washington, a federal economic defense agency is planned for Roosevelt’s agenda to shield currency and materials from exchange and assets.
Washington report notes President Roosevelt plans to appoint a sixth Justice to the Supreme Court today. Mercy and opportunity are cited as guiding themes in the selection as the administration moves ahead with the nomination.
Jan 22 New York Willkie boarded the Yankee Clipper at Guardia Field for Bermuda and Lisbon en route to London. He travels as a private citizen with no envoy role and will report back on what he learns, as he hinted at possible future public remarks.
London reports German bombers shot down in daylight raids over Britain tonight. The Kent coast and East Riding districts of Yorkshire were affected as authorities announced air activity and interceptions in ongoing wartime operations.
Fred Schulis of 906 Hast Pitt Street Erie lost his bid for a new trial in Erie County Court. Convicted of larceny linked to the theft of vending machines from a fallen company in November. Judge Miles B. Kitts ruled Schulis had a fair trial and stated he perjured himself on the stand. Sentence to be pronounced later.
In a near northside heist last night criminals took more than 16,000 dollars in furs and jewelry. One victim was Mrs Relia Factor, wife of John Factor known for his stock promotion and a 1993 kidnapping case.
An Associated Press report from Welch West Virginia details a coal mine explosion at the Kooper Coal Company Carswell mine near Kimball. Four men died and fourteen were injured, with twelve transported to hospitals and others escaping with burns. Mine officials said no structural damage occurred and the blast trapped workers on conveyors before surface recovery.
Rome reports Malian jet command and Australian troops breach Tobruk defenses amid heavy artillery air and naval bombardment. Britons push to within three miles of Tobruk as Italian garrison fights to hold port. East Africa and Sudan Eritrea front lines shift with Italians withdrawing east of Metemma.
Washington January 2 Senator McNary Oregon Republican leader and running mate in the 1940 presidential campaign said he opposes the administration lend lease bill saying it grants extraordinary power to one person. Norman Thomas socialist candidate for president told the House committee the measure risks lives and destinies of 131,400,000 Americans and could drag the nation into war.
Red Cross planning a major shipment to Europe containing tents men's women's and children's garments and other supplies for refugees and war sufferers. Arrangements include display of the shipment and construction by Corry chapter volunteers with church groups and clubs aiding in garment making. The display event and shipment details are to be announced soon with items such as layettes dresses sweaters pajamas operating gowns and socks included.
Brief, garbled report states a jury completed the Strubling incident case in Bridgeport. It mentions a Black defendant and a 20 year old party, with unclear details on charges, dates, and exact events. The text is fragmented with multiple misspellings and missing names.
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