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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1942
Page
3
The piece discusses paper shortages and newsprint costs as the war limits supply. It notes mills operate below capacity, but demand remains, and warns of rising prices. It argues saving paper helps support production and urges prudent use and recycling. It also contrasts democratic debate with totalitarian rigidity and laments uncertainty in wartime decisions.
The column cites 8,000,000 heliophobes in the United States and warns sensitive skin individuals to avoid sun exposure. It notes many burn easily, freckles and burn red, and cautions about dangerous rays and potential internal complications.
Twenty years ago Mrs. Sara Groyen died at her South street home after a months long illness leaving a family including a daughter in Ohio and three sons. A subscription drive surges among merchants to fund sprinkling service set to begin today through October 1. Stanford Hose Company plans Fourth of July cooperation with Elks and American Legion. a full planning meeting is coming. Work advances on the Alexander Laundry plant on Maple Avenue with machinery installs planned by Ahlvhangler Brothers. Tremer J. Kincaid Jr. was badly burned at Mount Vernon saving his hands from a feed wire. rubber-heeled shoes saved him. Harry A. Davis, longtime police chief, named special DOJ narcotics agent, based in Elo. Orville Root narrowly escaped a high voltage shock at West South and Spring Streets. repair crews say the escape was not miraculous. No wage-scale change announced. many Radiator Corporation workers reportedly returning after a strike. townwide talk hints at a near-future wage increase.
Questions cover Roosevelt rubber-tired vehicles appointment, the Mullich Conference year, A P O initials meaning, two name liées Pal a, Federal Reserve parks ownership truth, Great Wall of China in Ancient Greek Wonders, English Channel water bodies between England and Europe, author of The Compleat Angier, ship of the desert animal, and archaic fruit terms Tumis tomates or truffles once called lyre apples.
Ashville Methodist Church, founded in 1842 by Rev. William Nevins, begins Centennial Week on Tuesday June with a sequence of sacred concerts through Thursday. Guest speakers include Ray G Farr D D of Westfield on Tuesday, Fey F M Redinger D D of Wesleyville PA on Wednesday, and Rev HH Barr D D on Thursday. The closing service is planned for Sunday evening.
Matilda Cecile Kombe of 28 West Pleasant Street is named among Pitt graduates in the early commencement report. The class totals 1.18 percent degree completions with graduates from dentistry medicine pharmacy social sciences law and other schools.
In Erie, five individuals were charged with conspiracy to operate a house of prostitution after an informant tip. The group, including a suspected operator and several associates, faced bail ranging from 2,500 to 7,500 during hearings led by Officer Edward W. Allen Jr. and Alderman Me Carly, with other officers aiding the investigation.
In southwestern New York four police agencies fought a wave of auto thefts and burglaries that spread through Jamestown, Cattaraugus, and surrounding counties. Across 24 hours there were at least two burglaries and a dozen auto thefts with further reports likely. A purse theft and a gun theft were recorded in Jamestown, an auto theft in Frewsburg, a burglary at Little Valley, and five cars stolen in Cattaraugus. Police believe the same thieves operate across Genties and Wyoming counties and have been on 24 hour patrol since last night.
Floyd Saulers a 27 year old father of four died from internal injuries after being dragged by a tractor plow Friday night. He fell asleep on the machine and toppled from the seat as it pulled him along until the tractor stalled.
A Union City man, Moya Campus, reportedly escaped injury after his car left the highway three miles west of Waterford and struck a telephone pole on Saturday. The driver, Campbell, returning from Erie work, is believed to have fallen asleep at the wheel.
Sparta resident Thies W. Robots died at Cory hospital in Innawoek and was buried Sunday afternoon at 3 30. Rev F Landhardy of Grand Valley officiated at the church service and graveside rites were held at Greenland Cemetery near Townville with burial in the Greenland area.
State board proposed higher relief payments due to rising living costs, with Governor James weighing the issue as state finances improve. Officials expect a possible boost in grants. May relief expenses projected under 5 million dollars, a notable decrease from earlier peaks.
Washington Pa June 1 Relatives of Chartiers township high school girl planned for graduation tonight after a double fatal shooting on a Brooke County farm. Dolores Messick 18 of MidJond and Samuel Gaido Jr Meadowlands were found dead with a 22 caliber pistol on the couple and a 25 caliber automatic in Gaido's pocket. Sheriff Traubert said they questioned relatives and friends and found no motive. The sheriff speculated the girl may have been shot accidentally and the boy may have killed himself out of remorse.
Funeral services are set for Tuesday at 2 pm at Bracken-Keating chapel for Charles R. Monard 51 of Columbus who died Saturday morning at U S Veterans hospital Aspinwall. A World War veteran and Mexican border service member, he moved from Westfield New York to Columbus twenty years ago and worked for Erie Railroad. He is survived by his wife Mrs. Bait Crdjb Howard.
Memorial Day weekend saw a single serious accident at Conneaut Lake Park when John Hyde, 21, was thrown from the Bye Streak ride. He was rushed to Greenville hospital in very serious condition as park police and funeral home crews responded to the scene.
Washington June 1 The Navy Department announced a supplemental casualty list adding five Pennsylvanians and 58 others missing in action from World War I. Among the missing are Charles J. Weschler of Erie and others with hometowns and fathers named, including Theo F. Williams of Corry.
June blue stamp foods list announced by William J Gleason, covering June 1 to June 30 across all stamp program areas. Items include shell eggs, butter, fresh oranges and grapefruit, fresh vegetables, Irish potatoes, corn meal, dried beans, hominy, corn grits, enriched wheat flour, self rising flour, and whole wheat flour. Fresh apples and pears are omitted due to seasonal short supply.
Heavy rain swelled roads and flooded Shore Acres Bemus Point Oriental Park and surrounding routes. Water crossed Bemus Creek, blocking state roads and sidestreets, with houses and cottages surrounded as traffic halted and shore areas felt the flood impact through the day into the morning hours.
Mayville reports the death of Aviation Cadet Victor Harthon of Sardinia New York a close fiancé of Miss Edith Henry a home economics teacher at Mayville Central. He died in a primary training plane crash at Pine Wind Area while on a training flight near Corder Field. Miss Henry learned of the tragedy from his father and left her duties for home in Wil Hanigville to await the funeral.
The city announces bids for land with a $1500 deposit. Bids will be opened at a public meeting by the City Council on Mondine A 194?. The successful bidder must pay in full when deeds are delivered. City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Treene M. Madain, City Treasurer.
The Corry Veterans Memorial Committee expresses gratitude to Bainaiatians and the public for assistance in this year’s Memorial Day observance. Appreciation is given to all who helped in any capacity and recognition is publicly extended for service rendered.
Rev Carl L Heidt led a cemetery mass on Saturday for the dead. About 40 mourners attended the service followed by a procession and prayers for deceased members of the congregation. The VFW post bugler and artists assisted with the rites at Elizabeths cemetery. A church wedding is planned for Wednesday with details pending. Activities are set to begin at 10 30 a m.
A compact list provides quiz answers including names such as Joseph B Rastman and Tsank Walter, year 1988, references to Army Past Offes, President Roosevelt, stockholder raise, locations in the North Sea and the English Channel, and items Camel and Tomatoes.
Markets from Pittsburgh and Buffalo list produce and livestock prices on June 1 including apples, potatoes, and various potato chip and yam brands. Buffalo notes hogs, cattle, calves, sheep, pelts, and general trade, with mixed price ranges and activity levels across weights and types.
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