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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1940
Page
1
War time brief items note bombing raids on British ports and a German offensive in process, with U S conscription politics, National Guard mobilization, and communications network ramping for wartime. Local state items report fires, deaths, and legislative actions, with Allentown guard ready to deploy and Hershey registration drives amid political disputes.
Fragmented listing shows NBC CBS and local stations detailing Europe coverage and varied programs. Entries mention Hollywood play, Abbott and Costello, Kay Kyser College, Theater of Stars, and a defense talk by Rep Homer D Ancell, with musical and drama listings across NBC CBS WEAF WJZ and MBS networks.
John Barhiewsky, 2, of 549 Spring Street, was sentenced to thirty days in Erie County jail for drunken driving. He crashed into a Warren man’s parked car on First Avenue, was arrested by state motor police, and pleaded guilty in Alderina’s Court. The Erie county court had recently announced jail terms would be used for drunken driving to curb violations.
The American Red Cross rushes an average of 850000 pounds of supplies daily to Europe amid war, with 145 ships used since the conflict began to transport food clothing medical supplies ambulances and emergency aid. Ships depart New York and reach England France the Netherlands Norway Belgium Poland and Luxembourg as relief cargoes and relief convoys continue.
Seven boys and girls en route to a swimming party were killed when a fast freight train struck their automobile at a crossing near Augusta Georgia. All seven occupants perished instantly in one of the state’s worst highway tragedies.
The American Telephone and Telegraph Co and its subsidiaries have placed the nations telephone network on a near war footing in six weeks. Acting on defense officials guidance, extra guards protect vital centers and facilities are prepared for growing wartime demands. The Bell system, after a June directors meeting, gives local units discretion to address problems while restricting access to plants and discouraging photographing of sites.
Harrisburg reports show the illegal liquor stills and capacity shrinking under Liquor Control Board enforcement. Clyde E. Smith credits pre repeal era licensing and ongoing crackdown for fewer seizures and lower output, noting 1987 had fewer stills and reduced capacity with 45 gallons average per still.
A massive Camden blaze destroyed a million dollar factory and left at least 67 homes in a four block area mayor officials and relief workers said the death toll could rise as missing persons were being counted. More than 200 people were injured or affected with several in critical condition. Volunteers aided the homeless as the Red Cross Salvation Army and local hotels provided shelter and meals.
Tokyo spokesman Yatichiro Suma said Japan will rebuff British protests regarding the arrest of British citizens in an alleged espionage roundup. He stated the government considers the round up entirely justified and no inquiry will alter that stance.
In Vichy France on July 31 reports said postal, telephone and telegraph links in the German-occupied port of France were disrupted after a foray. Some quarters interpreted the move as a signal of intensified operations against Great Britain and German orders for lines to unoccupied areas were noted.
Washington July 1 Administration support appears crucial as conscription advocates press for a decisive act. The Burke Wadsworth bill to train the National Guard and Officers Reserve Corps faces Senate delays amid debate over presidential views. Roosevelt avoided direct comment, noting prior statements suggesting possible conscription. Some lawmakers seek changes, including Austin’s plan to modify draft age registration, amid broad registration for 18 to 64 with selection for training at 21 to 35.
Formal confirmation from the Rural Electrification Administration says it allocated 200000 dollars to Northwestern Rural Electric Co-operative Association based in Meadville. Officials say August work will begin to construct power lines extending service to about 1165 customers and reach Crawford Erie Warren Venango counties and parts of Mercer county.
The heat wave lingered with little relief in Corry as temperatures cooled briefly but returned to high levels. Reports noted fatalities in Pennsylvania and other states, with scorching conditions across the nation prompting warnings of continuing hot weather and possible impacts on crowds at the Vershey Country Club.
Washington, uly. The army chief of staff General George Marshall pressed for immediate mobilization of the National Guard and a compulsory mobilization plan. He testified before a House appropriations committee on Roosevelt’s request for an extra 4.8 billion dollars for defenses, noting urgency for the coming months and essential material needs.
Associated Press dispatch from Bern Switzerland says Italy will share in the plan to strike Britain. Hitler reportedly granted Mussolini’s request allowing Italian troops to participate in land and parachute operations with many squadrons to bases in occupied France.
In Hyn over township amid heavy rain two cars collided killing three young women and leaving three others seriously injured. The victims were Late Macausa 22 Louise Martin 18 and Trent Kryzewski 19 died at the scene or shortly after in hospital. Names and ages reflect the report from Wilkes-Barre Pa.
Scores of Corry auto owners rush to complete inspections before the midnight deadline ending the current three month period. Stations report being overwhelmed, with some unable to finish all inspections by Friday. Drivers face arrest or fines if found with no inspection sticker on expired machines. Hull returns to FBI unit after 11 day Pan American conference in Havana to coordinate enforcement against saboteurs and subversive agents.
Havana July 31. Twenty one American republics presented a united front to politics and economic dangers from other continents in a Havana conference. Secretary Hull praised solidarity despite last minute revisions. Delegates signed the Havana act and a supplementary agreement amid cheers. Argentina and other countries reserved ratification before participation. Differences in view were reported but reconciled.
Maj. Gen. G A D Harvey, honorary physician to the Iday, announced today that a prisoner of war in London has been identified. The report notes ongoing care and official updates from the prison authorities.
German sources claim British ports along the south and west coasts are paralyzed by air and sea operations. Two British planes fell, Heidelberg allegedly attacked to show nonmilitary aims, while reports say merchant shipping and commerce are disrupted across western harbors and rail links would struggle to move supplies inland.
Allentown reports that Pennsylvania’s 213th Coast Artillery, the state’s only anti aircraft unit, is ready to be called into active service as four guard divisions and 23 smaller units may be mobilized. Commander Col. Guruts states troops are prepared to serve with the War Department plan awaiting approval.
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