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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1940
Page
1
Fragmented OCR describes May weather impacts on crops. Mentions poor yields, late planting, cold conditions, and lingering frost. References stands of corn and berry crops suffering while farmers brace for ongoing risks and uncertain harvests.
James J. Gallagher FHA western Pennsylvania valuator spoke to the Golden Rule Club at the Concord Community House on How to Own the Home You Want. He explained FHA mortgage basics and how the program aims to relieve housing needs, noting potential loans and incentives for new construction and remodels in Corry. The talk drew interest from attendees and questions on FHA operations, with hopes to involve local banks and attract industry leaders to support community development.
Canadian authorities disclosed that the first German prisoners of war arrived from Great Britain and are under guard in interior Canada internment camps. A detachment of 260 British officers and men guarded the crossing, with the total prisoner count not released. Some prisoners reportedly caused trouble during the trip and one climbed a porkhole and was lost.
Moscow July 2 The Soviet fleet has concluded intensive maneuvers. The Baltic fleet conducted a series of drills disclosed by the press today, highlighting naval activity in the Baltic region.
London reports admit substantial merchant shipping losses due to intensified submarine activity and disrupted escort plans after French armistice. For the week ended June 23, 28900? tons lost. totals for mid-June reach about 52,642 tons. Soviet ambassador Matsky visits foreign office amid war briefings.
Washington July 2 Henry L Stimson Roosevelt's nominee for secretary of war told the Senate military committee that the nation faces unprecedented peril and cannot wait for the enemy to land. He urged compulsory military training as a defense and warned rearmament hinges on Britain's North Atlantic sea power. Knox, nominated for secretary of the navy, said he doubted active U.S. participation to the extent of sending an army to Europe.
Captain H A Balfour told Commons negotiations for airplane engine manufacture in the United States Ford plant had broken down because Ford insisted on making motors solely for U S defense. He said there was no delay in sharing British designs for production in the United States and dominions.
A hunter mistook a groundhog for game in the mountains near Connellsville Pennsylvania and fatally shot Walter W. Piper, 30, of Liberty. The incident occurred July 2 to 4 and is being investigated by local authorities.
Corry area residents rally behind an iron lung respirator drive. The Golden Rule Club approved funds for August expenses and a $400 pledge from the Corry Lodge, boosting the community’s effort. Committee chair Richard Rossbacher and members B. Elston and W. P. Lombard led the survey and fundraising push, with a continued page three note promising more details.
Speeding concerns prompted the City Council to consider extending strict enforcement of the traffic ordinance beyond stop sign and violation areas. The session, led by Mayor Frank E. Hepler and with all council members present, approved the treasurer’s report and bills and discussed moving a street light and transforming a park lot near Maples and Washington.
Attorneys for M L Annenberg asked federal judge James H Wilkerson to suspend his three year prison sentence in the income tax evasion case. The Philadelphia publisher pleaded guilty to evading 1217 286 on his 1936 income and a ruling is expected within 20 days on the request. Also noted is Annenberg's settlement with the government over a 12 million tax debt reduced to 8 million, potentially rising to 17 million with interest. Joseph E Hagner, former racing news magnate official, received five months in county jail after pleading guilty to aiding and abetting an Svasiod.
Four youths and a sister were charged with murder in the exposure slaying of their father near Yale Idaho. The group including George 14 Joseph 20 Martha 18 and Chester Phillips 22 told officers they meant to give him something he had given them, police said after hours of questioning.
The State Highway Department begins resurfacing North Center Street from Smith to Columbus. Oiling equipment arrives today, work starts tomorrow morning in three sections, with an eight foot width on the west side near the hospital. Traffic may be limited but not fully closed. motorists urged to detour and cooperate with crews.
Corry Connect seeks assurances from Gary Safety Council for cooperation in regulating bicycles and enforcing safety measures. The proposed ordinance, delayed at a recent meeting, would license bicycles and implement juvenile court safeguards. The council plans a Tuesday meeting to discuss assurances and enforcement responsibilities.
Dr Albert Bushnell Hart, Harvard emeritus, predicts a global division within five years. He envisions Hitler absorbing Italy and a unified western Europe, Russia asserting influence in Asia and India while clashing with Japan, and Germany expanding into the western hemisphere via Mexico.
Ground breaking announced for a one story brick addition to the Cohen block at the corner of Center and Washington streets. The 10 by 6 foot extension will extend the shop triangle, adding a ten foot depth to Superior Cleaners with a six foot corridor to the Woolworth store. Arlo Williams to handle construction with plans by Fred Piller Erie architect. Work to begin at once and proceed rapidly. Cohen & Sons own the block and addition. The store has not yet been leased.
AP reports Romania moves more troops to Hungarian and Bulgarian borders amid border outpost attacks and invasion fears. Russian occupation of Bessarabia and Bucovina proceeds quietly as troops withdraw at points overrun, while government renounces British French guarantees. Hungary on war footing with potential German intervention seen as key to settlement. Berlin notes Romania renounces guarantees dealt a blow to British influence. London reports 12 killed 22 injured as German raids continue, two German pilots shot down, French fleet spared. British merchant ship losses for the week end June 29 cited as heavy. Quebec notes first German prisoners arriving from Britain in Canada.
Washington advices report the Buffalo to Pittsburgh airmail service was authorized by the Civil Aeronautics Authority. The decision, one of the last by the Independent GAA before its absorption, authorizes Erie Pennsylvania as a stop but rejects Youngstown. The authority also permits Pennsylvania Central Airlines to carry mail and passengers from Erie to Pittsburgh and Buffalo.
From London July 2 Associated Press reports Princess Elizabeth and her sister Margaret Rose are unseen with the royal family scattered by war. Palace sources say the princesses, ages 14 and 18, are "somewhere in the country" as daily routines are disrupted by the conflict.
Maria Totten Augusta Infram, wife of a Royal Air Force sergeant, was convicted in London of conspiring to break defense regulations. She received a 10 year prison sentence.
Bulletin reports British naval air forces attacked four Italian submarines and the cruiser Espera in the eastern Mediterranean between June 27 and 29. Other items note shifts of French government to Clermont Ferrand, De Gaulle appeals to French in America, Windsor dukes’ Lisbon stop, and Anthony Drexel Biddle’s cross into Spain toward London.
Corry’s newest gasoline station and Atlantic Refining Company distributing plant on Pleasant and South streets opens. Ray C. Brearns, formerly of Spring Creek and Warren, will manage the modern facility. It promises a complete line of Atlantic motor servicing products and is now open for business.
Rumanians rush troops to the Hungarian and Bulgarian borders amid unconfirmed reports that Romania may form a military and political alliance with Germany following King Carol’s abdication. Hungarian and Bulgarian attacks on frontier posts set off warnings and mobilizations across Romania as Bucharest weighs concessions on Transylvania and Dobruja.
A dispatch from the Abyssinian Kenya frontier reports Italian forces opened fire on their own troops at dawn near Moyale, causing heavy losses. The communique notes confusion and tactical reallocations during the engagement, with British support nearby. The description indicates a misdirected fire incident during a local border clash.
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