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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1940
Page
1
A male in his seventies died after a truck collision near Geloron and Chilato, with injuries reported for a companion. Police said the driver could not determine the cause. investigation ongoing.
The All-Wes-Vertth High School commencement will honor 104 graduates next Wednesday evening in the auditorium. Diplomas were approved by the Board of Education, with Dr J Rimkin Howe delivering the address on a blue print for the future. Recipients include numerous graduates with varied surnames across arts, sciences, and professions, reflecting a wide class from Westerville.
Readers confront startling charges about Allied and German war plans, with claims of economic pressure and a so called Chinese Wall strategy. The piece hints at classified lessons and shifting alliances amid cries for clarity as details remain incomplete.
President Roosevelt seeks authority to mobilize the National Guard for active duty, aiming at a national defense program amid opposition in Congress. War officials say no move to use authority now, preferring to grow regular forces to 450,000. Critics warn of emergency overreach and employment effects. Republican leaders voice support for defense focus.
The Cory City School District Board approved a quarterly installment plan for Year 1940 41 taxes including per capita and property taxes. Installments are due Oct 1 Dec 1 Feb 1 and Apr 1 with penalties for delinquency and interest after May 1 1949. The plan allows paying taxes in installments and avoids penalties if kept current. minimum payments considered below.
Corry High School plans a closing concert Monday evening at City Park 7318 O’ntock. Under director Garilon Whites the band will perform a full program including Overture Ballad of Fortune Donkey Serenade Sabbath Chimes Medley of Strauss selections The Wirefly Suite and Star Spangled Banner with a special reception for band members.
Advance plans outline large August war maneuvers for National Guardsmen in Watertown and Pine Palmer areas with Company A, Second Army, organized reserves, and district participation. Commanders emphasize coordination with local units and expected involvement of volunteers from multiple guard organizations. The event aims to showcase mobilization drills, training camps, and allied coordination under the regional defense program.
Simla dispatch reports India preparing support for Britain as licenses cancel amid radio restrictions. Gen Sir Robert Cassels announced that 53,000 Indian regular and territorial forces will be reinforced by 75,000 more to form mechanized units.
Spring Creek Township School District seeks early state aid to cover back tuition to Corry School District. Directors plan a Harrisburg visit to speed a grant if immediate aid is unavailable. Finance chair Clarence E Shoop reported progress but little headway on this arrearage, which exceeds $5000 for the 1089 40 term.
National Red Cross headquarters message received by the Gorry chapter outlines an intensified city effort to meet the quota in the war relief drive. Officers plan canvassing businesses and homes to boost support, with subscriptions drop points at Bracken-Keating, Stewart Hat Shop, and the Journal office. Checks may be mailed to Mrs J J Haight or Mrs W J Hougmon.
John L Stewart of Washington Pennsylvania died after a beard attack, the prominent press association president was injured yesterday and will be buried tomorrow in Washington.
Personnel at the Corry sub-station increased from four to five patrolmen restoring the unit to its former strength. Louis Paradora, moved from Jogadetali to Lawrence Park, returns to Corry city. G. Wancuft, previously at Warren, is moved to Corry and assumes local duties. The two patrolmen join existing staff at the Knowlton residence area, boosting mobility and duty coverage in the district.
Pennsylvanias second year under Gov James sees floating debt rise from 50.4 million to 85 million, fueled by unemployment relief costs and delayed national WPA funding. Legislation will finance the gap with taxes and deficit funding, with portions tied to special funds and pending repayments from motor, fire insurance, and other state funds.
Plans are well advanced for the Corry High School Alumni Association annual reunion to be held in the Junior High auditorium next Thursday evening June 6. A meeting of the tables and decoration committee was held to finalize arrangements. The V i P. Wi Auxiliary will serve the banquet, with décor planned for the gym. A floor show is set as entertainment and George Weber's band will provide dancing. Alumni are urged to return reservations for the event.
Berlin reports say major French resistance in northeast France has collapsed and German forces have captured about 26,000 prisoners. British and French holdouts at Calais and Dunkirk area persevere as Allied forces regroup along the Channel coast amid heavy German attacks on the Somme front and Narvik's resistance in Norway. Italy orders gasoline use cut as Mussolini eyes possible entry into the war.
Pittsburgh June 1 Edsel Ford president of Ford Motor Co says plastics will play a major future role in mass production of airplanes and the buildup of the American military air force as the war effort continues. He spoke at a wrap here yesterday asserting plastics will have a significant future in aviation.
June date unclear. Report notes Browder and party warder involved in actions at a station WCAC. Vague reference to shutting off power to remove trees and reduce costs. No clear dates, places, or outcomes available.
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