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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1941
Page
8
Insurance company estimates warn nearly 508 people will die in automobile and other accidents celebrating Independence Day. About 19 190 to 19 000 will be injured on highways from July 3 through July 6, with pedestrians and overturned vehicles among the leading causes.
A horse on the Clyde Freeman farm along West Washington Street extension plunged into an abandoned well yesterday morning. Charles Cupwell was unaware of the well while mowing. A wrecker from Thomas Garage arrived to hoist the horse free, with no injuries reported. A rumor of a spy at Agro Supply Manufacturing plant proved false after inquiry.
Erie June 30 Approximately 15 000 property owners were notified last week their properties are about to be used to the treasurer s sale of unpaid county taxes for 1939 and prior years. Many sought to settle on the 20 per cent installment plan with 5 years to pay. County Treasurer Kalla McCray said about 1 000 delinquent accounts should be settled indicating about 4 000 properties will be placed on the public block when the sale is held. He urged those due to come in and arrange payments and plans to advertise the list early in July.
Kane June 30 A civic effort speeds toward Independence Day with benches carpentered and painted plans by Allegheny National Forest supervisors. Kimber for picnic benches delivered as crews from Sons of Italy and Columbus Club clear space for picnic and recreation areas. Cold Spring walls advance with Milton Murphy Oscar Johnson aiding. Concrete forms removed piping laid for water and drainage. Friday borough apparatus used on the athletic field as the area fills for baseball.
Former Corry County Club golf pro Wed Luther tied for second in the Pro Amateur tournament at Slanton Heights in Pittsburgh yesterday with Ray Mungrum, two strokes behind Sam Parks Jr. Attendance at the International League games rose as seven of eight clubs report better seasons. Jersey City shows strong opening-game turnout amid Soviet coal estimates at 21 percent of known world deposits.
State agriculture agents report burlap banding on shade trees in Corry to slow gypsy moth spread. Residents note eggs and larvae found on oaks and spruces, while officials warn of two broods and potential confusion with Epilule insects. Spittle insects also threaten local forests, with Froghoppey spittle bugs harming pines and spruces.
Paderewski, famed pianist and statesman born in Russian Poland, dies after long illness. He rose from humble beginnings to become Poland’s president in 1919 and led a 100,000 strong Polish unit in France during World War I. He toured extensively in America, amassing wealth and fame as musician and orator. His death ends a career spanning music, diplomacy, and national service.
A barn owned by Summer Ralston in Oil Greek township north west of Gresham burned around 4 20 pm on Saturday, likely from a lightning strike. Three calves perished, hay and some equipment damaged, with no insurance. Neighbors Frank Beals and John Mars noticed the blaze after earlier alarms. no injuries reported. The loss totals several hundred dollars.
Foresters report attacks on pines and spruces in the Portesrom district including pitch pine and Norway spruce. A close examination reveals young insects on host plants. Heavy spraying with pyrethrum extract and soap in water during June offers excellent control, using about one part pyrethrum to lithy gallons of water and one to two pounds of soap. Pyrethrum is non poisonous to humans and does not discolor foliage.
Rites were held Sunday at 2 30 o clock at Spring Creek church for Oliver H Clark of Spring Creek who died at his home Thursday Rev John Waite officiated and burial followed at Spring Creek cemetery Attending from out of town were Howard Glath Gerry N Y and Mr and Mrs Day Swanson Mr and Mrs Harry Snyder Mr and Mrs Afton Jackman Harold Jackman Mr and Mrs Robert Morris and Mrs There ia Fox Cory R Dj Mr and Mrs Grant Ross and Mr and Mrs Walter Lewis Columbus plus many from Jamestown N Y and Spring Creek area
Erie June 30 a $10 million building and equipment project at the General Elec tro Company focal plant was announced by Charlis Wilson president. The new building will operate next year and employ 1000 to 1200 workers. The Erie plant is part of a $20 million expansion with another plant in Lynn Massachusetts to build reduction gears. Turbines for Maritime Commission vessels G2 and G3 will be manufactured here. The Erie plant will be the larger facility costing about $2 million for the building and about $80 million for machinery. First reports had put the cost at $2.5 million, now official figures.
A historic note records a volcanic cone near Riley Kansas, one cone still visible today. The article mentions water content in Apple Au area and references a B2 percent figure.
A blast sparked a large fire at a North East showroom causing estimated damages between 20 60 and 25 000 dollars and injuring several people including ERIB and Phy. Investigators say new parts and equipment delivered for hire were involved and the cause has not yet been determined. Residents reported a powerful shock and immediate difficulty.
In Dunkirk Dunes Ame o city officials delay removal of malfunctioning parking meters found by Mayor Thomas J. Egin as defective and unworkable. Meters remain in service with $1 penalties posted. police issue tickets to motorists for not feeding coins. Ten meters were turned in at the city clerk's office, with seven more deposits by visitors at police HQ.
Titusville officials warn residents against wasting water during hot weather. Chief Fran J. Rood reports a record 3,801,000 gallons pumped Friday due to running faucets and lawn sprinklers. Per capita use would exceed typical metered communities, prompting steps to cut overhead.
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