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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1942
Page
3
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In Corry Pennsylvania a wartime digest highlights aviation carrier concepts, Gulf Intracoastal and Mississippi to Georgia pipelines, the Florida barge canal expansion, and a 24 inch oil line from Longview Texas to Mount Vernon Indiana. It also covers reprisal ideas for wartime incidents and skeptical views on German village destruction as a punitive measure.
A historic recap notes last night s wrecks near Bakiaun where a car collision injured several and officials study wiring for city schools. Plans for extensive remodels include electric wiring in all schools with contractors awaiting bids. Also reports Mary Berchman Shields earns pharmacognosy prize at Pittsburgh College of Pharmacy and a Corry golf club project with pro Robert Raumil to open July 4. fatal grade crossing incidents near the city claim one life and injure four others while Warren and Starbrick incidents punctuate a day of regional transport mishaps and road repairs.
A historical note explains July and August as hot weather peak for dog behavior and rabies patterns. It states rabies incidence is higher in spring, with more human rabies in midsummer, and cautions that incubation averages six to eight weeks. It emphasizes prompt pasteurization after a dog bite.
A jumble of trivia style questions and garbled prompts asks about materials from bauxite, political leaders in exile, geography, astronomy, agriculture, citizenship rules, literature, proverbs, dog breeds, and historic figures. The reader is challenged with odd phrasing and mixed formats.
Washington reports indicate War and Navy Department officials favor a proposal to establish a service training center at Lake Chautauqua. Senator Mead and local authorities discussed site plans with Army and Navy officers, who cited housing and hotel facilities as key factors. Officials also talked with Civil Aeronautics Administration about an airport at Dunkirk, while priorities for steel and civilian needs influence the military site decision.
A man charged with murder faces a Tuesday hearing after a bar incident in which a revolver discharged, killing Porter. The defendant contends self defense, while Oldt allegedly grappled for the weapon. Porter’s memorial service is planned in Mill Village with an inquest into the death to follow.
The British and American wartime agencies plan standardization of military equipment and closer production coordination across fronts. A shake-up will implement Gulick's recommendations while Senate criticisms are downplayed by officials and lawmakers. US concerns focus on maintaining efficiency amid reforms.
Three year old Florene Biniinie of 13th street waited and then dashed into Otter street in front of a machine driven by Weaver Hammette. The child was knocked down and hospitalized. Authorities reported the incident occurred Sunday morning.
June 22 Cuban town reports Wilbur Frederick and his son from Myrtle Union Street Olen accepted for Army service. Father 38 and son 40, with ties to the New York National Guard, traveled to Chaney Portlet training center for selective service. Brother Cecil A Frederick accompanied the contingent. Both will undergo four day training flights before deployment.
Weekly relief figures indicate a net decrease with 42844 cases and 71300 on rolls across the state. About 10000 employable, many limited by age, skill, or handicaps, while war demand opens jobs for some. General assistance outlays totaled 210921, cash 205978 with 5545 as warrants. new applications rose by 124 from last week.
The Continental Refining Company refinery at Oil City Pennsylvania has been sold to a newly formed syndicate. The purchase, authorized by Judge Lee A. McGracken, ends nearly 60 years of receivership. The new company will retain the old name and plans extensive additions and repairs led by A B Weingard of Butler, a long-time figure in the Pennsylvania oil refining scene.
A damaged report notes a fatal aerial attack in Erie involving a bomb fragment. It mentions Mrs Prva E Novouny and Terson-Simpson as victims, with unclear details and a telegram routed through a commanding officer on February 21.
Minh Potensial, 62, a Spring Creek Township resident, died after an extended illness. He is survived by four daughters Rose Ann Catherine and Mrs H Peck and four sons Frank Anthony Casimmet and Jon with the U S Army. The body will be at the Blackening funeral home with Wednesday morning requiem at St Thomas Calliolie Church. Burial will be in the Yumas cemetery.
Reported crisis as Tobruk falls and Axis drives push east in North Africa. British and Allied leaders face uncertainty about timing of German reach into Egypt and the fate of key frontier positions along the Libyan border as Rommel’s forces press.
Classified items including furniture, seeds, hardware, and household goods from various sellers. Items mention cabbage plants, stoves, chairs, seed corn, and land auction notices in Corry and Warren County with contact names and locations.
Hogs sold 1 100 market mix, weights 170-280 lb mostly 14.75-15.00, heavier to 13.25-13.50. Sows 14.00. Cattle and calves: steers and yearlings steady to 46 lower, cows and bulls steady, beef cows around 10.50, calves 10.90-15.00, lamb trade steady 70-85 lb fat bucks 15.00-15.50. Sheep lean to moderate demand, light-weight goats noted. Pittsburgh produce section follows with fruits and vegetables prices. Market mood cautious amid bearish tones. overall activity muted.
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