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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1940

Page

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Congress Backs Plan For Defense Aid To Allies

President Roosevelt moves the United States toward near total short of war aid to the Anglo French side in the struggle against Germany and Italy. Congress shows majority support while a bipartisan minority pushes repealing the Johnson Act and credits to Allies. Senator Pepper drafts a blanket power resolution. Senator Johnson vows to resist.

Ronald G. van Tine United Press Washington Roosevelt United States Congress Germany Italy Herbert Hoover William 7 Ind Utah Hiram W. Johnson Calif Claude Pepper D. Fla

War Briefs From Front Lines Across Europe

Bulletin notes Victor Emmanuel believed in field with Italian troops as Axis forces clash with Allies since midnight. New Balkan reserves called amid Turkish entry fears. Princess Juliana and daughters arrive in Canada. Italian waters reported heavily mined. Attlee cites Roosevelt pledge of U S resources aiding Allied victory. Italian circles call Roosevelt speech critical of Italy.

Rome Victor Emmanuel Italy Budapest Balkans Turkey Tiallan London Foreign Office

Two Killed as Light Plane Crashes in Morgantown

Two men died when a light two place training plane crashed after takeoff near Morgantown West Virginia. Harold Lawson 27 and Paul L McKel died in the mishap authorities said the craft struck in a hill or bank at an estimated 2000 feet. Lawson was an instructor at West Virginia University and a former Greensburg resident. McKel was a university student and a member of the local aviation club.

Morgantown W. Vasune U—Department of Commerce Wo Hlers Pratt Harold Lawson Etvil Amyonaution Muthority West Virgine Tri

Hatch Schools May Be Used in Defense Plans

Corry School District officials report plans to use Hatch Vocational School for summer classes to train youth in mechanical work under the national defense program. Vocational teachers may be funded by the federal government, with conferences already held and another anticipated. Local facilities and permission are expected to be provided with broad cooperation.

Corry Ralph S. Dewey Board of Duveation Francis Staas State Department of Public Instruction Barrie’y Mere Echodry

War Today Analyzed by J W Mason on Italian war aims

The article discusses potential Italian submarine operations against the Allies. It notes Italy's large undersea fleet, a weaker air corps, and Mussolini focusing on the French army as the Alpine front looms. It argues that other operations would follow after defeating France, with uncertain strategic moves.

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Germans Threaten Paris as Civilians Flee War

Paris endures a blackout as German tanks reportedly approach suburbs. Military authorities assume control to defend the capital while civilians flee on highways. London reports heavy bombings of southern Paris suburbs and widespread smoke over the city.

Glenn Stadler United Press Araf Paris London

School Board Fills Teacher Vacancies

Cecil C. Akam, Young milk distributor of the city, was seriously injured in a Monday afternoon auto crash near Wattsburg Erie road. He fell asleep at the wheel while en route to Erie, his Lincoln Zephyr leaving the highway, hitting a culvert and ditching after sidewiping a telephone pole. He is in Union City hospital with a possible concussion and arm laceration, memory unclear, awaiting X rays for full injury extent. His condition was described as somewhat improved this morning.

Erie Cecil C. Akam Wattsburg-Erie Lowvile Akom Union City Union City Hospital Akam

Seven resignations accepted as school board reshuffles staff

Miss Evelyn Brooks named new French instructor at Senior High Rebecca Bell promoted to regular status after substitute appointment. Mrs Charles Parkhurst, formerly Orpha Crosscut, reinstated after two year leave under state act. Parkhurst to teach at Harding replacing Ann Wolford while Bell stays at Fairview. sixth grade to be added at Concord building. Continued on Page Six.

Board of Education Charles Parkhurst Orpha Crosscut Concord Builing Rebeccs Bell Parkhurst Dewey Harding Ann Wolford Concord Miss Bell Fairview Hughl

Complete Map of Paris on Page 3

Readers urged to preserve a detailed Paris map showing main streets and boundaries as German forces advance. Other page 3 pictures feature the British carrier Glorious reportedly sunk and Italian war leaders.

Paris Che Jour

Fire destroys Union City electrical store on Market Street

A blaze late last night gutted the Union City electrical store on Market Street, destroying much of its stock. Firemen saved neighboring buildings as damage spread to a large portion of appliances and furnishings once housed in the shop.

Market Street Union City

Hull Second Choice to FDR

Washington June 11 Conservative Democratic strategy blocks Roosevelt from handpicking a successor if he declines a third nomination. While most accept his possible nomination, some plan to contest a ticket not aligned with the pre Roosevelt era. Cordell Hull remains the favored successor among conservatives. Paris June 11 France extends the military zone and accelerates defense measures for First Republic era stability.

Washington Roosevelt Wink Selip Cordell Hull Oeldson Paris France Firs

Kane to Head Group Probing Air Defense

In Harrisburg on June 11 a municipal study of Pennsylvania air defense facilities opened by a joint legislative committee. FE. Kf. Kixni J. McKean was named chairman as the panel began its first session.

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