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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1944
Page
4
Major James Stewart, former Hollywood star, leads Liberator bombers in Brunswick raid. His selection as commander of a large force tests his leadership after earlier successful missions. He earned an Air Medal for his 10th mission, described as “all right” by observers.
The text explains that air swallowing can cause mild stomach distention in babies. It suggests checking bottle nipple size and pacifiers, and notes gas may come from formula or an immature digestion. It says not a serious condition and babies outgrow it, though allergies can cause harm if certain foods are given.
Mrs Jerusha Irvin Porter longtime Clearfield county realty figure dies at 92 after five years of illness. Born June 1 1851 in Luthersburg she earned Allegheny College degree after the Civil War and ran her business personally for over six decades. Survived by husband Frank W Porter hospitalized from a fall. Funeral set for tomorrow.
Mrs Mabel Wellacher of Jamestown reports the death of her son Pvt Ende L Wellacher 26 in action in Italy during the war He was a sharpshooter with five rifle medals and had recently returned to duty after hospital treatment in Africa His birth date was October 19 1918 in Halston PA and he was inducted March 15 1943.
Mrs Etina Crow returns from New York City to Bear Lake with home news. Clarence Carter Otto Hamilton and Wilber Hawkins passed final exams in Erie and plan U S Army service. M Ray Pardee and Clyde Manwaring exchange farms with Pardees to move to Bear Lake and Manwaring to Goshen road. A farewell party for the Pardee neighbors ends with Mrs John Eddy suffering a heart attack and dying before help arrives. Chaplain Gary R Roush delivers an evening message at U B church.
A farewell party for Marvin Perkins, enlisting in the U S Navy, hosted by Mr and Mrs W N Wevers, was held as he departed for Pittchurch. Mrs Olive Edey’s funeral was conducted at United Brethren church by Rev Pang and Rev B Berry with large attendance and flowers, interment in Hear Lake cemetery.
Peter M. Russell of Aero Supply Company has purchased the Wayside Market building on West Wayne Street and the adjoining residence from Clark Lord. The store run by Mrs. Estelle Barton will continue operating. Russell plans to take over stock and run the market in about a month, with the couple residing in the adjacent house.
The article argues that honest intent from all legislators is missing to enable all service members of voting age to ballot freely. It cites calls for uniform state legislation, notes resistance from states to expand service votes, and critiques delays and constitutional concerns hindering federal action.
The columnist argues pessimism is rising as the war drags on with slow progress in Europe. They contend Americans underestimated the conflict and the stakes, noting the Italy campaign slowed the main effort and a second front remains delayed. Strong warnings about potential defeat are issued.
An unclear early advertisement fragment touts tablets claimed to cleanse blood and improve purity. The passage suggests the pills work in minutes and mentions names but contains garbled text and lacks verifiable details.
Inquiries cover World War II topics and general knowledge. Questions assess bomb events location flags, moon orbit truth, authors, limb details, and venue for Madison Square Garden.
Fragmented text discusses kidney issues and dehydration, mentioning sleeplessness and general health tips. Several garbled names and terms appear, but no clear event or source details are readable. The passage appears to be a health advisory fragment without coherent facts.
Pvt. Charles Kinney, 21, reported missing at Camp Barkley, Texas, is found dead with burial options discussed. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kinney, through Bracken-Keating mortuary, request burial in the Fort Sam Houston military cemetery with a military escort or at the local military cemetery. camp officials note no conclusive cause or identity details yet.
Relatives report the death of Mrs. Cora Whiteley of Mill Village who died Monday evening at her son George Whiteley’s home after months of illness. She was about 75. Her husband John Whiteley died two years ago. Survived by sister Mrs. T F Fullom of Corry R D 3 and a Washington-based brother, plus several nieces and nephews. Funeral held at the Whiteley home with interment at Mackey cemetery.
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