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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1941
Page
1
Yugoslav regent confirms a visit with Hitler while senate leaders express confidence in victory. Turks are anticipated to support Greek defense, shaping wartime alliances in the region.
Washington action centers on passage of the British aid bill amid a heated Senate fight. Administrators push a compromise after defeats on amendments aimed at banning US armed forces from transporting troops or materiel outside the Western Hemisphere. Barkley forecasts a two to one majority for the compromise.
District Attorney C G Minard forbade Caldwell parish Sheriff G B Erskine from allowing four condemned prisoners to broadcast over KMLB Monroe just before their execution at noon today. Michaél Citranic 51 of Plates fell from a rear coach of a Bessemer and Lake Erie train two miles from Plates, near Girard, and is hospitalized with multiple injuries.
London reports a harassing raid by British and Norwegian ships on the German held Lofoten islands off Norway. Analysts say such actions signal a broader campaign to sabotage Nazi military and industrial targets along Europe’s coast, capture prisoners, and boost occupied territory morale.
War Department officials indicated the army may seek congressional authority to extend national guard service by six months to a year beyond the current training period. About 240,000 guard officers and men have already been mobilized. the length of future service depends on international tension and events. General George C. Marshall supported a second year of service as advisable, with a minimum six months deemed essential, but final action rests with Congress.
In Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania nine people were overcome by gas fumes from a broken main late last night in Stanton street area. A mine settling is believed responsible. Florence Powell and Catherine Gregants were among the most severely affected. A physician and first aid crew from Pennsylvania Power and Light treated others.
London dispatch reports five Italian merchant ships totaling 28 153 tons seized at Chisimaio in Italian Somaliland plus four scuttled. A 87 000 ton German vessel was captured but sank in tow. Across town Dr P P Parsonis narrowly escaped death when his car stalled and was hit near New York Central Railroad crossing at 10 09 p m.
British coastal command bombers struck the Netherlands coast and Det Helder harbor this afternoon. They sank a German supply vessel in the operation announced officially.
The Norwegian freighter Olof Bergh ran aground 100 feet from shore six miles north of Ocean City Maryland in a February gale. Coast Guard Captain Topping F Phillips and crew were safe, reefing plans to evacuate by surfboat or breeches buoy if needed as rescuers from Norfolk Ocean City Lewes and North Beach assisted.
In Mifflintown Pennsylvania on March 7 the charred body of 80 year old Philip Bolinger was found in the ruins of his two story Reed's Gap log home. The house was destroyed by a fire last night of undetermined origin and neighbors arriving at the scene found the structure in ashes.
Harrisburg reports on March 7 indicate Susquehanna River below Lock Haven rose as high as three feet but overall river sections remained open. Snowfall described as light and no danger unless heavy rains occur with a thaw. The flood event near Lock Haven occurred March 5.
Belgrade reports a Yugoslav statement of neutrality within hours. Regent Prince Paul met Adolf Hitler at Berchtesgaden, then returned to Belgrade and convened leaders for a daylong conference. Ministers in London and Moscow prepare to explain their stance amid Bulgaria’s German occupation and rising pressures.
CIO locals in U.S. Steel mills meet in Pittsburgh as Philip Murray reports progress in wage talks with Vice President William Beye. A tentative agreement hinges on a four percent raise (244 cents) tied to production staying above 85 percent, with a 60 cent minimum pay baseline and reversion if output falls.
Rev E A Hook announces Gospel Fellowship services on Sunday March 1 at Grand Theater with Sunday School at 10 am and morning worship at 11 am. He will preach on Second Thessalonians chapter two. Evening services at Harbor Hall Community Building invite all. Young People's Bible class meets Saturday at 271 West Washington Street. All welcome.
The board will submit resignations and hear details about new leadership. Directors discuss Loveland Field upgrades, athletic program support, and a potential budget plan aiming for approval by late spring. President Cleve Ro Movion will preside as discussions continue on the 1941-12 school year preparations.
Police fire and American Legion volunteers scoured the Chidakow River banks near the D A V Redlroad bridge for Mrs. Fred B. McGall 83 of 41g Falconer Street who has been missing since Sunday. Cedric McGall, her son and former Corry High athletic coach, assisted the search as authorities cited her long illness and recent bereavement.
A 12 year old boy who rode two big bicycles from Washington Pennsylvania to Morganza State Training School for Boys asked to enroll. Superintendent Mart J Fowler said the boy will likely be admitted. The boy’s name was not released. authorities consider juvenile court options.
Turkish press warned of German influence and a possible invasion threat in the Aegean region as Britain prepared to aid Greece. Officials urged caution against trusting German assurances while Allied strategy continued to unfold amid Balkan tensions.
The Corry Civic Orchestra plans the final program of its season for Monday evening at 8 o clock. Miss Ester Andersson, violinist from Dumertown New York, will perform with accompanist Mrs Per Olson as guest artist. She is praised by Prof R O Suter Warren and Mischa Mischakolt NEC.
Governor James approves a House Senate resolution halting county property tax sales for delinquent taxes through August 1. The action freezes sales scheduled to start May 1 under existing law as legislators pledge to enact suitable legislation this session.
Warren Ohio officials approved a tax exoneration of 687.10 and a 4080 deduction from the 1941 assessment, reducing the plant's total assessed value from 88080 to about 54000. The deal involves sale of two of five mills and the city will use the northeast corner property for storage.
March 7 report notes the post hospital at Indiantown Gap passing 400 patients with a daily rise near five. Most cases deemed not serious and many soldiers to remain at regimental infirmaries. Col. Benjamin C. Jones of Tyrone, Chief of staff of the ZAM Division, admitted with a cold and earache.
Northwestern Pacific train from Sausalito to Eureka derailed early today a mile north of Willets Gali three passenger cars and a mail car involved. Initial reports say some passengers were taken to Willets hospital with injuries not yet known.
The Senate campaign investigating committee reports major parties spent at least 22 million dollars in the 1940 presidential contest. Republicans account for about 15 million and Democrats just over 6 million. The 10 point reform program accompanies a 191 page final report with minority statements.
Greek defenses in the Struma river valley tighten as German expeditionary forces in Bulgaria rush troops toward eastern Macedonia and Thrace. Observers note Papagos aims to hold the Struma line while aiding Turkish frontier positions to blunt a Nazi advance into Greece.
The Treasury reports a 1.12 dollar cost per hundred dollars of income tax, claiming a $9.46 profit per hundred for about 15 million filers. It cites overhead including printing 60 million forms, hiring staff, pursuing fraud, and correcting errors as part of the expenses.
About 65 employees at a Camden New Jersey plant became ill with intestinal disorders blamed on drinking water, authorities said today. In Pittsburgh a bankruptcy filing lists G G Greene Sr noting assets of 50 and liabilities including obligations. partner previously declared bankrupt in May 1939.
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