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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1944
Page
4
A corroded editorial laments damage in New York City public schools. It describes destruction across 29 of 48 Bronx classrooms, with thousands of books and records ruined, windows broken, and a mess left by youths using a fireman's axe. The piece ponders why sane youths commit such acts.
Anne McCormick notes Copenhagen as first disarmed capital to unite against the Hitler regime. The Vikings, once famed sailors, are praised for sustaining civility while resisting oppression with guns and stones. The piece suggests a broader pattern of enslaved nations preparing to revolt against Nazi dominance as Europe awakens to rebellion.
The Liberty ships built on standardized plans face concerns about plate fractures and safety. The Tacoma News-Tribune notes a long suspicion of danger in American merchant marine ships, while a House merchant marine committee study reports 12,570 ships with five lost, eight serious incidents, 120 potentially serious fractures, and seven missing crew since launch. The panel has yet to find a definitive solution.
The clash centers on Myitkyina in northern Burma where Lt Gen Joseph Stilwell leads American and Chinese units against Japanese forces. British Indian Chindits and Chinese troops push toward the town while monsoon rains hinder both sides, threatening supply routes to China via the Ledo road and the Hump airlift. The struggle to control Myitkyina and surrounding territory remains pivotal for the Burma front and the China supply line.
Twenty years ago promotions announce a large gathering of Civil War veterans from the 84th 1th and 145th regiments in Erie on September 17 at the State Armory. The week also notes suspended treasury savings certificates, playgrounds thriving under young instructors, and plans for a Corry inter-city horseshoe tournament on Labor Day with regional teams from Meadville Titusville Erie Ol City Warren Franklin Jamestown and more invited entrants.
A reader asks seven questions from a classified page quiz about wartime topics. Items cover Allied areas in World War II, evasion meet vessels in the English Channel, Mungo Park’s identity, the Eternal City, a high ranking air commander nicknamed Hap, Cub president, a novel with Jester Pyrnne, Belle of the Yukon casting, UNRRA leadership, and vivicillin 2 as a penicillin substitute.
A historical health notice praising the American Army as the healthiest force ever, noting low fatality rates from pneumonia and meningitis due to medical screening and treatments like blood plasma, sulfa drugs, and penicillin, and highlighting rapid wound care reducing battlefield deaths.
Voice of the People reacts to Monday Journal letter arguing against publishing the little girl's name. The writer says the girl is an unfortunate feud victim and would be ashamed to admit knowing the defendant, calling the other steady reader out.
Oil City fraternal, social and civic groups set a July 12 meeting to finalize plans honoring Lieut Col Francis Gabreski, Oil City’s 25 year old Air Corps hero. A permanent chair and committees will be chosen, with a big parade and program featuring visiting dignitaries. Gabreski is expected home in August.
A Warren boy was badly injured when struck by a car near the Sheffield and Kingua roads intersection. He suffered a fracture of the right leg below the knee and bruises. The driver, Charles Cay, faces reckless driving charges per state police.
Washington notes indicate veterans loan policy remains unsettled with court rulings likely required. Provisions allow qualified veterans to obtain government guarantees up to 4000 dollars for home purchases or construction, with 50 percent from lenders, and no interest first year if credit stands. Education and vocational aid offer up to 500 dollars yearly plus living costs while returning to school, with age-based conditions for interrupted service. The overall sign is optimism for postwar building, business startups, and economic survival training.
The Erie County Federation of Clubs admitted three clubs at its Monday meeting at the Hies Club. Danish Brotherhood and Sons of Italy of Erie, and the Corry Elks joined, with Joseph Behiling presiding at the Polish Fare Club, 19th and Ash streets.
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