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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1941
Page
1
Readable fragments mention an incident involving a person and an animal clue. Names and precise details are unclear due to garbled OCR but the report notes police interest and an investigation underway. Further context or full text would be needed to identify involved parties and outcomes.
Reported crash occurred near Centerville-Tineville road around 8 pm. James H Kalkbrenner and wife from Renterville Delta area were hospitalized with a hand injury and forehead laceration. Mrs Kalkbrenner bruised but later returned home. Firestone Buick involved. truck from Clymer owned by Leger Brothers also damaged.
A conference committee in Harrisburg reported deadlock over Pennsylvania’s congressional district plan. If no agreement stands, all U S House members would be elected at large in 1982. Democrats proposed combining Berks with Lehigh and Montgomery with Bucks, while Republicans floated deletions affecting Philadelphia and Allegheny. Senate leaders weighed last-minute moves to salvage a bill.
In Washington on July 1 a capital question centered on whether Athintic Neal received shooting orders as U S naval patrols faced Nazi raiders. The Senate naval committee weighed grounds for an inquiry into reported encounters in the Atlantic while Wendell L Willie urged American bases in Seelan and northern Ireland and Churchill critiqued the Iceland occupation timing. Chairman Walsh urged a formal inquiry into published reports of brushes with German units.
Berlin reports that the Allied occupation of Iceland demonstrates strong Anglo American cooperation in the war zone. Officials say British forces may withdraw from Iceland while American and British troops remain united to confront Germany. A U.S. spokesman says the move signals broader Western resolve toward Europe. In Rome, Fascist editor Virginio Gayda calls Iceland troops targets for a possible German strike.
July 10 New York reports from Ber Ui radio say Geneva sources indicate Vichy rejected British terms for armistice in the Syrian war and discussions were halted. Berlin confirms no reports of acceptance and notes terms not disclosed. Vichy France claims Britain did not reply, while French spokesmen cite continued military pressure in Syria. A separate item notes a prohibition group in London City proposes restoring prohibition at a Christian endeavor convention.
The United States seeks immediate repatriation of Americans held by Nazis in Germany Italy and Axis-occupied Europe. The State Department warned Germany and Italy that no Axis nationals may depart the U S until Americans detained abroad are freed and allowed exit permits. About 660000 Italians and 190000 Germans reside in the United States, many seeking American citizenship. Immediate action is urged so some Americans can return on the West Point.
Clyde F Brown former president of the Pennsylvania Highway Association plans attendance at the tenth annual Transcontinental Highway Association meeting in Sandusky Ohio on Monday July 14. Pennsylvania towers and other nearby communities are urged to join, with sessions at the Hotel Breakers Cedar Point starting 11 o clock and a complimentary luncheon for Pennsylvania delegates.
Corry youths await draft numbers as 760 numbers will be drawn in the Washington lottery on May 17. Local Board No. 3 in Union City announced the 136 registrants in its district, with names and numbers listed. the new system pairs old and new registrants by sequence numbers to determine order for induction.
Miss Ann Potemski, 19, of Jackson Hill, is in serious condition after a single gunshot tore her left shoulder and upper arm. She was found by Ronald Shunk in the Rugar apartment and taken to Carry hospital. police proceed with inquiry as initial reports indicate self inflicted wound amid shock.
British air command reports renewed daylight and night actions over Italy. Attacks strike targets including Naples causing injuries among civilians. several locations cited with damage and casualties.
In Pottsville Pa a 150 strong state trooper detachment patrols the lower anthracite region as power shovel operators plan to resume coal strip mining halted by independent miners. Three disturbances leave 1% men wounded by buckshot and 20 others arriving at Ashland hospital in serious but non fatal condition. The governor and lawmakers face pressure to regulate strip mining amid an anthracite emergency program.
In Harrisburg on July 10 the State Senate rejected a Democratic request for an immediate investigation into conditions at Donaldson Schuylkill County where a clash at a coat stripping operation left several freeminer and private detectives injured. Senator Dent pressed for prompt inquiry, but the measure was referred to a committee amid sharp debate.
At Pine Grove Armory a mass rally by independents protesting surface coal stripping led to a two hour battle between 600 miners and police. Police used shotguns as confrontations damaged property and halted operations, with several injuries reported and continued clashes noted.
State archaeologist Edmund Car enter for the Pennsylvania State Bureau of Antiquities supervises excavations at a site near a Iroquois village dated to about 1400 A D. The team reports evidence of a sitting burials and multiple fire pits amid growing pottery finds as they continue work at the Bovelton area ruins.
Senator Taft alleges reliable authority that the United States contemplates naval bases in Ireland and Scotland. He says occupation of Ireland could free British troops and release American troops for other roles, citing military base plans discussed with President.
Washington July 10. The selective service ban on sending trainees outside the western hemisphere remains in force despite Army General Staff input. President Roosevelt, urged by congressional leaders, may avoid new legislation now but considers plans to induct some trainees into regular service longer than one year or to adopt a Canadian volunteer foreign service system. In Pittsburgh, a hospital wage strike turned violent as one worker was hurt and four pickets were arrested.
Work pushed on improving Route 25092 progresses with graveling starting on the four mile stretch. The project includes elevating the road from Five Corners toward Wabisoure with sluices, culverts, and grading. Pennsylvan ia widening at the fork beyond Barry Barrows farm and at the New York border. Walter Proctor of Beaverdam directing the effort.
Federal Judge F. P. Schoonmaker signed an order of possession transferring government land in Kingsley Township Forest County for the Tionesta Creek reservoir project. September 11 is set for a hearing on condemnation petitions covering tracts owned by several individuals. The order aims to allow immediate construction of flood control improvements.
Italy reports 1055 losses from 255361 in six months of war on land sea and air Sun total includes 275406 missing 23085 killed 56810 wounded Rome radio also claimed Axis forces seized prisoners belts armored trains and cannons on fronts 11 hours ago CURB GOVERNOR S POWER Harrisburg July 40 House committee amends two Senate bills to remove governor's power to dismiss civil service employees
Moscow reports Red Army counter attacks across the Berezin and Lepel sectors. Authorities say a motorized division was destroyed and a serious German setback halted the enemy advance along the central front.
Berlin reports say operations in the Soviet front are progressing relentlessly with only brief official statements. The high command released limited details, confirming a captured Russian town near Pineia and noting heavy battles along the Berezina and Leningrad sectors with significant German losses and Russian counterattacks ongoing.
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