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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1940
Page
4
Public notices and classified style items from the Corry Evening Journal outline advertising offerings. Names of representatives and firms are listed along with post office details and mailing rates for second class mail. The snippet mentions Chicago Detroit Milwaukee and New York firms, with pricing for subscriptions and advertising opportunities.
The article discusses economic strain from debt and wartime costs, Gandhi urging Britain to pursue peace, and US debt trends. It notes growing public debt from 1925 to 1939, private bankruptcies, and potential gains from government works. It cites German-Italian actions, British defense readiness, and cautious optimism about long term stabilization.
Chicago July 15 A Democratic convention observer surveys the race as a duel of personalities between Willkie and Roosevelt. He notes Willkie's possible reforms in business regulation and labor, while Roosevelt faces pressure from the New Deal record, defense needs, and federal policy. The piece predicts voter judgment will hinge on methods and personality rather than policy alone.
A vintage note promotes summer conduct with light clothing and hydration tips while cautioning sun exposure. It warns against overexcitement and unrest and reflects a dated, satirical view of Britain and Germany, ending with a jumbled remark on American norms.
A scrambled test page lists questions on pronunciation ancient names origins of lines and allies, plus requests for a Washington conductor, a pro or anti stance, and a Garbo film. It includes a long, dramatic poem and a fragment describing a dangerous ammonia incident in a city street.
Joseph Martin of Massachusetts is hailed as ideal for Wendell Willkie's campaign manager role and as executive director of the national committee. The piece discusses his popularity, press savvy, and potential influence, while weighing Hamilton's and Alf Landon's opinions and the likelihood of Martin returning to a chairmanship if Willkie wins.
Fragmentary text describes air raid preparations and civil defense in Britain with mentions of hostess roles and public reaction. Focus remains on wartime air raid preparedness and citizen drills amid wartime hysteria, with references to relief efforts for women and children.
Journal items from July 15 1920 note Rev M S Ashton named chaplain of the 6th Regiment Pennsylvania National Guard. Other notes mention Hugh DeLury promoted to night manager at the Hotel Cleveland, a Davison Shapira wedding in progress, and a birthday gathering at Mrs Ralph Baler’s home with many Corry youths attending an Odd Fellows hall dance with Messenger’s Orchestra.
A collage of fragmented facts including misread terms like hirywire for confused, notes on Argentina's petroleum firm with 600 workers, Manhattan island value at 990 billion, minute Antarctic insects, Herophilus and pulse measurement, social notes on marriage cuts, amber beads for children, shell decor, Raphael's Madonna, stamp forgeries, and a Federal Yearbook reference, all presented as garbled historical miscellany.
New York critics pan Edwin McArthur’s conducting in a broadcast concert. They fault his tempo meddling and overextended dynamics while praising Leinsdorf's steadier grasp and understanding of the score. Kirsten Flagstad’s Wagneric performance looms in the background as a benchmark.
Hollywood Sights and Squads discusses British actors in Hollywood films contributing to Britain’s war effort through taxes and patriotic roles. It highlights Brian Aherne David Niven and Bob Montgomery, noting earnings used for armament and morale, while praising their service and dedication beyond on screen.
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