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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1943
Page
6
Police report a quiet night with no priest complaints as Union City sees a street accident injure Paul Peard. Gasoline quotas tighten during wartime while Erie County farmers await rain. A memorial service for John Orbatick is held, and traffic patrol notes speeding and fewer infractions since enforcement began. Mead Park Association calls for a large turnout tonight.
Spartansburg, June 1. Readable fragments show local social life and church efforts. The piece notes ration blank distribution through the Titusville board, a Bridge Club gathering hosted by Mrs Olen Steadman, and a large family Father’s Day event sponsored by Ma and Mrs Hapland Burlingame.
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Jamestown June 22 word reached Mr and Mrs Schichmann that their son Private Post Class Harry O Schichmann Jr is a prisoner of the Japanese in the Philippine Islands. Telegram from War Department via Red Cross confirmed. Last report of him had May 26 1943 with earlier notes from April 10 1942 arriving three months later. He was inducted March 1941 served in Aberdeen Proving Ground then March Field ordnance attached to 19th Bombing Squadron. In Oct 1941 sent to Clark Field Philippines then Mindanao where he was later a prisoner of war. Family to receive a letter of information forthcoming.
Erie OPA reports 100 motorists cited during a weekend drive to the Peninsula defying price and allocation rules. Up to 450 violators, including about 100 cars, were observed citywide as officials prepare hearings with District Manager Charles Leslie and Seabury. More cases expected as enforcement heads to New York City for later actions.
Court house workers in Erie seek an OPA ruling on driving policy. County employees faced confusion over using personal autos for official business, with mileage limits of 200 miles noted and varied interpretations. Some walked or used buses due to uncertainty while others waited for guidance.
The report notes Soviet losses and German strength as World War II nears a decisive moment. The communique, carried by the Soviet Monitor ers, claims German first line divisions dominate and Hitler’s defeat is pivotal. On the anniversary, front lines are largely static with artillery and aerial exchanges. Observers note Hitler’s third summer offensive began June 11, with reinforcements moving into France, fueling bets he might still aim to defeat the Soviet Union.
Washington reports Palmer Hoyt head of the Office of War Information vows to curb propaganda and press political influence. He states the office will provide only official war information, while critics call the move a partisan tactic amid ongoing congressional funding debates.
City Council backs enactment of a curfew after city solicitor Walter Scott opines on legality. Mayor Hepler says a curfew could work if strict enforcement and penalties deter youths under 16 after 7 PM unless accompanied by a parent guardian or employed, with fines up to 25 and possible jail. prospects for adoption at July meeting appear favorable if legal hurdles clear.
The page lists quiz answers including The Owl and the Pussy Dat, a penetelar staff officer, raises, Attu Agatti and Kiska, Eland in the Mediterranesi, 5 Mint boa, John Curtin, Akron, King John, and Virginia.
Fragments describe farm equipment auctions and household sales in several Pennsylvania towns. Items include two tractors, rubber and steel tires, a mahogany chiffonier with mirror, gas range, enamel paints, malt goods, dairy cattle and stock, Holstein herd with breeding, saddle mare, and a large administrator sale listing farm machinery, tools, and personal effects. Auctioneers Arthur Scoulen and Frank Platt organize events in Spartansburg, Corry, and surrounding areas with multiple sale dates and locations.
Former Erie County district attorney Mortimer E. Graham is hospitalized in Jacksonville Naval Hospital after an operation for appendicitis. Navigator Wienk Graton, aboard the naval vessel, is reported to be near the scene of the related mission.
Buffalo market tests demand with hogs and cattle mixed, buyers weak to lower. Cattle and hog prices quoted, calves and sheep shown with varied levels. Pittsburgh produce demand steady with apples, potatoes and long whites moving, New York egg market slips amid general stock doldrums.
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