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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1941
Page
6
A scrambled report lists traffic fines, arrests, thefts, and public notices across Corry and nearby towns. It mentions a policeman charged with speeding on Route West, shop and warehouse thefts, missing keys, a car theft spree, chickenpox cases, and varied street closures and weather forecasts as the public seeks updates amid wartime mobilization.
Relief disbursement surged in early June with a reported total outlay of 507,084 dollars in weekly relief grants and 87,971 spent on local aid. Employment shifts show 1,244 private industry jobs eliminated, 784 cases left due to past losses, and a gain in federal milk orders while WPA and county assistance processes adapt to changing needs.
The Erie Cruisers set sail from Erie on June 26 for a five day cruise with passengers expecting a scenic voyage. The vessel faced rough seas and delays as it departed toward Petrolia and Saint Marl before heading to Montiny Bay, with plans to reach Sale Royle, Michigan for the northern point of the cruise.
Kiwanis International closed its Atlanta convention with Charles S. Donley of Pittsburgh elected 1841-42 president. Donley, a Kiwanian since 1923, assumes leadership as the organization continues its global activities.
Washington report on the death of Senator Pat Harrison of Mississippi after an abdominal operation. The long serving legislator, tax authority and leader died surrounded by family including wife Catherine Blanton. President Roosevelt expressed sorrow, and the body was to lie in state in the Senate before funeral services in Quitport, Mississippi.
Jefferson Wledith cooperative wins final federal approval for a four mile line expansion. REA inspector Rabe Sprague completed review and authorized a $16,400 payment to Miller Baxter Contractors of Indianapolis, contract price $186,000. If approved locally, the project would extend roughly 100 miles of lines after adding hundreds of members.
An old advertisement touts Theromosis Borsoma Tablets as a stimulant diuretic to kidneys. It claims they purge poisonous waste from blood and ease aches, pains, and insomnia. It also references Thompson’s Tablets for digestion and Gulden Tax Tablets to relieve constipation.
A murky report notes Thomas Motor Company officials traveling to Rochester and Philadelphia for automotive industry meetings. Attendees planned discussions on timely tides, holding company issues, and oilers. Page mentions a Thursday return and mentions a 2000-day reference without clear context.
Local draft boards in Warren and Venango counties report the June to July intake for induction into the U S Army. About 196 young men registered. 9 reported fit for immediate consideration, with several examined and rejected for medical reasons. Names from Warren include John Wakulitt and Cecil Seaman among others.
A 24 year old Erie area mother, Stella or Stelle alias, died in St Vincent's Hospital after shooting her ten week old daughter Joana Marie and attempting suicide. Deputy coroner Charles R. Leone ruled the case murder death by own action. Police say the mother, in fear of her estranged partner, shot the infant in bed before turning the gun on herself.
An old time classified-like notice lists a summer clearance sale of phonograph records and sheet music at MOSHER'S MUSIC SHOP and related ads for poultry, household goods, furniture, and rentals. Also included are Q&A answers, a card of thanks, human traits note, and a section on produce markets and stock pages.
Market opens with rapid gains as investors push blue chips higher led by American Can and General Electric. By midday activity cools, with most major shares giving back earlier advances and volumes remaining heavy.
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