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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1939
Page
4
The article recalls the postwar surge of insurance companies acquiring farm land during the 1930s crisis and notes renewed attempts by state commissioners to reduce institutional ownership. It argues such holdings hedge against inflation but complicate land values, tax collection, and eventual transfer to individual farmers, with tomorrow’s issue being how insurers invest the proceeds.
Amid erratic phrasing optimism grows in the market with gains in stocks and higher auto sales. Brokers see relief at home and steady earnings, while speculation about a General Motors strike and peace prospects abroad fuels cheer despite war talk and unsettled currents in Europe.
The Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra under Albert Stasssel will begin its eighth season Saturday July 22 with broadcasts across networks. The lineup features guest conductors, Broadway stars, and well known bandleaders like Lombardo and Miller, plus musical novelties and operetta selections.
The article notes that over 8,000 people suffered spinal injuries in 1937 with only about one in 150 dying. Many fractures are compression injuries, often without paralysis, and most occur from sudden force during overturns or impacts. Proper handling and careful treatment are vital to prevent further damage.
Senator Guy Gillette defends his neutrality stance while Senate hearings probe grain futures trading and its impact on farm prices. Gillette’s bill aims to higher margins and an investigation, with allies among farm groups. Critics push to oust Henry Wallace, tying the inquiry to political revenge and administration scrutiny.
The Stanford Hose Company held a spirited session at their East Main Street headquarters urging the fulfillment of promises to build a department headquarters first. Capt Lyle J. Van Vieck is visiting the city after arriving aboard the battleship Okanoma on July 8. The People's Market on East Washington Street is now run by John Ward who bought it from Mr Heath. Rail fare to Columbus rose to 14 cents with 7 cents to North Corime. Has been moving to Johnsonburg after three months in the city. Miss Julia Naylor arrived in the city from Pittsburgh to visit Mrs T Z Giblin. A O Lyons left after a two week visit for Baltimore Maryland.
A fragment from a classified page asks readers to answer seven test questions about topics from politics to sports and pronunciation. It includes garbled prompts and errors, urging readers to turn to classifieds for answers and noting confusion in the text.
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