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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1940
Page
1
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Harrisburg March 11 Pennsylvania’s April 23 primary takes form with three corner battles for U S Senate State Treasurer and Auditor General in both parties. Withdrawals reduced to one by 6 p m. Democratic hopefuls include Guffey Jones McNair for Senate and Hunt Scar Wagner for Treasurer. Republican slate features Gocke Malone Gilder for Senate and Boden Thomason for Auditor General. The contests promise tough primaries with party bosses backing slates and organizational pressure shaping the field.
Thirty seven survivors of the 5600 ton German steamer Hannover reached Trujillo Dominican Republic after a British cruiser approached in Mona Channel between Haiti and Puerto Rico. The ship, loaded with ore, was burning and abandoned as it attempted to evade the British blockade.
Washington reports that Senator Joseph F. Guffey blocked reconsideration of the Senate’s rejection of Lynn McGraw Moses as postmaster at Altoona Pennsylvania. The push faced procedural delays as Pa figures argued for recognition while others sought a unanimous consent to advance the case.
Finnish forces claim about 1,000 Russians killed in clashes near Kollanjoki northeast of Lake Ladoga. The Finnish communique reports heavy artillery fire preceded a Russian capture of an island in the Piitsernnta archipelago, with detachments along the Gulf of Finland and between Viipuri Bay and Vuoksi repulsed.
Frigid weather swept over the area after a weekend of squalls, with temperatures plunging to ten below in parts and zero to two degrees in others. Snow totals rose as continued squalls hampered visibility and highway travel, while Corry and nearby counties faced drifts and slow main roads amid a larger storm affecting central and western New York.
London report from military censor Usten states three British steamships were lost over the weekend. The Borthwick, 1097 tons, hit a mine off the Netherlands coast with 21 rescued by a Dutch pilot boat. The Chevy Chase, 2719 tons, sank in the North Sea after an explosion. 21 crew saved. Maindy Hill, 1902 tons, sank early Sunday after collision with another ship.
Government lawyers pursued a grand jury investigation into alleged monopolies in the building industry. Subpoenas were issued for correspondence spanning 20 major cement and mixing-machine manufacturing firms over the past 12 years. Leo P. Tierney, special assistant to the attorney directing the investigation, said the probe aims to explain why ready mixed concrete was not available in Chicago.
In a House of Commons reply Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain said Britain and France have informed Finland they are ready to proceed immediately to aid using all available resources. Reports from Kirkenes say British naval forces and aircraft carrier are near Petsamo as talks with Moscow continue.
Sumner Welles Roosevelt envoy to Europe met King George at Buckingham Palace after a Halifax discussion. Ambassador Kennedy accompanied him as they recalled Washington talks. Queen Elizabeth greeted Welles before an audience of about half an hour. Third Cory Clio Orchestra concert tonight at Senior High School auditorium features harpist Grace Whittier and violinist Albert Manuel with a program of overtures, dances, and songs.
Four escape with minor injuries after a car tore out five guard posts and toppled over an embankment east of Union City on Roosevelt Highway. Russell Lord 22 of 54 Bridge Street Corry hospital treated for shock. three other youths shaken but uninjured. A separate hit and run involved a woman and another minor incident reported later. no serious injuries.
United Bess Foreign News reports a tense peace session outcome looming over northern Europe. The article cites Finland, Moscow talks, and potential shifts in German Soviet and Allied strategies with Sweden Denmark and Norway weighing participation.
In a major Allegheny County sweep over the weekend federal state county and city authorities arrested 181 prisoners all negroes in Homestead and Pittsburgh. Most face liquor law violations while some received hearings in morris court.
Paris dispatch reports Putrai activity with Preneh and German gidea on the Western Front today. Movements occurred in the Venes mountains region as forces advanced and engaged near the front lines.
Washington March CS. Pyene Wiris Rapnevell reports the third term movement gains pace as delegates pledge to Roosevelt. White House notes indicate a significant bloc leaning toward Roosevelt, with over 200 delegates needed to shape the Democratic convention in Chicago on July 13. Early Roosevelt delegates begin selection in New Hampshire as the primaries loom.
German Foreign Minister Joachim von Ribbentrop met Pope Pius XII in Rome for about 65 minutes. The audience, seen as the high point of his stay, was described as pleasant and significant, amid notes about the Vatican’s relations with Germany.
Senate filibuster halts amendments to the clean politics bill as Congress moves into weeks of debate. Hatch defends his act against repealing the ban on political activity by federal employees amidst Democratic opposition led by Senator Harkey. The Hatch row may only precede longer debates on farm appropriation, labor laws, reciprocity programs, and trade measures.
Washington March 11 The Justice Department will extend its campaign against alleged restraints of trade in building construction. A complaint filed in U S District Court Southern District of New York targets ten hardboard manufacturers to test the validity of using patent privileges to circumvent anti trust laws. The action follows a similar suit against the glass container industry.
James returns to Harrisburg after a week away from the office and a nearby retreat. He resumed duties today at his capitol posting, ending an absence noted by colleagues.
Martin C Hansen 30 of Russell died instantly when the jamek he drove to North Tonawanda overturned near South Dayton. He was employed by Warren timber company and resided with his parents at Russell. Funeral services at Russell Methodist Church with Rev. R. S. Naylor to officiate, burial Pine Grove Cemetery. Survived by wife Clara Cochran Hansen, son Donald, two brothers and four sisters.
SATOONA Pa March 11 Maurice J Hamilton 61 long time Blair County Jail warden for the past 15 years shot himself near Kik Dare Sunday after a history of reform work at the jail Coroner Ghuiler Rotinwel said Hamilton walked from his home and a 200 foot distance before taking his own life in a tragic personal crisis.
Reported rally on Tuesday with Guffey leading in Erie County as candidates prepare for the April primary. Voter interest appears limited with registration deadline approaching and campaigns planning further events. James Lotergan and Lamergat Vivetine are named in county organizational efforts while Jay Cooke tours western Pennsylvania as a Republican counterpoint.
A quarrel over funds for the home led an upholsterer on the South Side to kill his former partner by stabbing, officials said. Nicholas Goshy, 41, is charged with murder after officers found a body in an apartment with Miss Tulle. Her brother Michael, 21, and sister Mary were present. The motive cited was financial dispute and a previous business split. The shooting occurred shortly after midnight Saturday. In Holland, March 11, heavy gunfire was heard off the coast.
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Mrs Eleanor Roosevelt acts as adoptive mother to three year old Jonny Cameron in Philadelphia. The child, living with his parents and three siblings, will receive care through a program supporting private foster families and the Hitt children. Monthly support of 240 dollars is arranged, with ongoing funding for a four year period.
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