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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1940
Page
1
Across a collage of brief items from Berlin London Washington and Philadelphia readers learn of wartime rumor and political maneuvering. Reports mention Hitler peace terms disputed by Britain and a pending American political campaign while local items note a mine disaster awaiting public response and a state cabinet retirement dies. The schedule pages list radio programs and upcoming broadcasts.
Italian air raids on Mersa Matruh in western Egypt were reported by an RAF communique. One Italian bomber reportedly crashed near Rames, with five crew members killed and the wireless operator captured.
Babson speaks in Gloucester urging tax reforms to fund defense and social programs. He cautions against excessive wartime spending while advocating tax measures that fit every pocketbook, warning against era of old politics and urging balanced fiscal policy.
Washington July 19 Congress faces a busy return with a push for new tax levies to curb excess profits and fund the national defense. Senators Barkley and McNary signaled action next week, as Democratic and Republican factions align on measures tied to Roosevelt era preparedness programs.
Associated Press reports Philadelphia detectives ended a six year ruse behind the so called shining salts that shrank trousers and topcoats for clothing makers. Capt Richard Boyle said three men were arrested including a plant operator who used needles and solvents to shrink fabrics. About $5,000 worth of cloth was recovered in a South Philadelphia home.
Associated Press reports Roosevelt plans to spend this summer and fall between Washington and Hyde Park as his campaign strategy relies more on press and radio than on rallies. Roosevelt said the president must stay close to government, while Wilkie may follow traditional stumping routes. Garner offered no comment as debate over a third term continued alongside bolt predictions.
In Windber PA two workers George Haiala aged 42 and adh Wadas aged 24 fell 240 feet to the bottom of an air shaft at the Barwitd White Company’s number 3 coal mine while retimbering a section 85 feet from the top. Rocks loosened cause the accident last night as rescue crews battled to reach them.
Phillipsburg Pa July 20 John Iran Thomas secretary of mines in Governor Arthur H James cabinet died today at 62 after ill health. He had long career starting as mine inspector in 1918, later deputy secretary in charge of bituminous fields, retired in 1932 due to foot injury, then recalled to head the mines department when James took office in 1938.
July 20 report says the American Red Cross is hourly re staged with fresh war relief appeals and concentrates on supplying aid most urgently needed in Europe. Officials note the Red Cross has poured out about 7.39 million dollars in cash and relief supplies since hostilities began nearly eleven months ago.
Heat wave blamed for at least three deaths in Pennsylvania as temperatures rose across the state. York farmer died from heat. drownings occurred in the Schuylkill River near Philadelphia and the Allegheny near Franklin. Lancaster reached 98, with other cities like Harrisburg 94 and Pittsburgh near 90. The heat was expected to last several days while Midwest readings climbed toward the high nineties.
Children gather at the city park Tuesday at 2 30 for a bicycle and pet parade sponsored by the Corry Kiwanis. The route runs Center Street to South to West South to First, then Main to Center, returning to the park where prizes will be awarded.VF W junior bugle and drum corps to lead the event.
Philadelphia July 20 reports from Chicago state committee chairman Lil Uber Hor say the Republican convention promotes serving the public utilities. The Democratic agenda emphasizes public service and utility support, contrasting with GOP promises to benefit the public through utility policies.
Berlin reports total Allied air harassment against Britain with 27 British planes shot down and a German submarine sinking 24 700 tons of merchant shipping. Official circles say British reaction to Hitler's peace offer is muted while German radio will broadcast Hitler’s words selectively to English listeners.
Somerset Pa July 20 Disappointed in love Genrie Ohler a year old farmhand fatally shot himself yesterday on the Brothers Valley township part of County Commissioner Dalton J Beachley where he lived Coroner Sass who investigated death said Ohler shot himself after telling members of the family No girl can make a fool out of my life He killed himself on the hillside after the claim he could not endure the shame
About 1250 youths aged 15 to 19, selected by over 30 organizations across the commonwealth, gathered at Indiantown Gap to outline an intensive program including military drills for a 0 day encampment starting tomorrow. The 1960 group will receive extra defense training this year.
Crawford County posts a ten year population rise to 71584, an 8.1 percent gain. Spartansburg grows from 1339 to 1909, and nearby towns Meares place Thamville and Mapaville show notable increases. The surge boosts Crawford trade and raises wages for clerk Clare Kent due to the salary impact. The county ranks behind Erie and Mercer counties in Northwestern Pennsylvania gains.
Republican State Chairman James F Torrines Winauneed reappoints the party's executive committee. The panel will prepare the Pennsylvania platform for the fall presidential campaign with a meeting planned in a week or ten days and a draft by September to start campaigning.
The Rev. J. A Davison, pastor of the Knoxville Baptist church, announced he would resign to accept a call to the Warren, Pennsylvania church effective September 1. His departure marks a leadership change for the Knoxville congregation as it seeks a successor.
London reports Britain refuses to bow to Hitler after his “final appeal” for peace on his terms. Churchill expected to comment in Commons next Tuesday as Britain vows to continue fighting. Hitler’s speech is read as rejection of terms, while Allied air raids persist across northern and central England with several German planes downed.
The State Department of Mines opened hearings on the Son man mine explosion that killed 83, with a second demand filing by a United Mine Workers official. The public was urged as the examining board considered closure. James Hess, president of the Johnstown local, said he would appeal to Gov. Arthie Hy James and to John L. Lewis, UMW president, to keep the inquiry open to the public.
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