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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1945
Page
3
A fragmentary report from Walker County hints at a river related plot and a leap or jump event. Connected names and precise details are unreadable in the OCR, but the reference to a river scene suggests local curiosity or incident drawing attention in East Anh.
A brief item notes a judge or official involved in an unusual wardrobe related to an advertisement, with emphasis on appearance and possible implications for public perception. The readable text is cryptic but points to a media or legal context.
Kane March 14 The Wiegest drilling plan starts as South Penn Oil Co begins work about six miles east of Kane in a two spot program. About 500 wells are scheduled in the section with tools at work and more rigs planned as operations expand. Nearby, Gil Os Company reports a well to 2000 feet and expects to reach a gas sand within days while other wildcats are under study.
First Army commands difficult terrain as fighting continues in Stradt Reifert and Breninscheid. Americans push two miles to the Wied after capturing Steinssardt and extend the bridgehead six and a half miles deep. Hoeningen high ground taken with civilians reporting fog. No opposition at Hoeningen 16 miles from Coblenz. Fourteen gunners and fighters destroy seven German planes over the bridgehead. Prison bag for the campaign rises to 38 120.
The Duke of Windsor resigns as governor of the Bahamas effective end of April after a term since August 1940. W L Muncy will succeed as Bermuda colonial secretary. The duke plans to stay in the Bahamas for a month and has no immediate post tenure plans.
Bernard Donoghue and Laverne Fitch are serving with the Ground Forces of the Fifth Air Force in the Philippines. Donoghue, a switchboard operator from Marionstrach, entered the Army in April 1943 and has been overseas for 14 months. Fitch, of Columbus Avenue, is a guard with the fighter control unit, enlisted April 1943 and has served 14 months. Fighter control units aid interception and air defense.
Funeral services for Mrs. Ethel Beethoven were conducted at United Brethren Church with Rev. G. Bergman officiating. Hymns included Good Night and Good Morning Nearer My God To Thee and The Last Mile of the Way. Burial followed at Pine Grove Cemetery mausoleum. Attendees named individuals from nearby towns attended the service.
The junior high gym hosts a Bobby Sox dance for Patrick's Day with Jack Tinson and Mrs. Gladys Walters in charge. Students are invited in couples or as singles, with a dress code of emerald green or white socks and a guaranteed time.
TV and radio guide lists tonight’s programs on NBC with Paul Lavalle Melody Walls Time at 9 30 PM Amos and Andy CBS 4 Henry Aldrich Thin Man plus other shows. Also Futures 9 PM on Motts Jury Trials 9 30 Joe Sanders Bann and Sammy Kaye Variety on MBS followed by Freedom of Opportunity and a heavyweight bout Melio Bettini versus Jimmy Bivins.
Fourteen new members were initiated into the Women of the Moose at the session last evening. Mrs. Harold Jewell, senior regent, presided at the ceremonies. A hot rolls and pickles table, cupcakes and coffee were served at the close of the formal session. The organization will meet next on April 1.
The Brethren Church group gathered at home on South Crater Street for a St Patrick's Day social with Mr and Mrs Girl Leuns among two guests. Vice president Mes Glen Hus led the program and Mrs Harold Fish oversaw refreshments. The April meeting will be at the Bagley home.
President Kent Roosevelt declared that Americans must tighten belts before the war effort, urging shared sacrifice and thrift. Remarks came in response to wartime needs and economic strain anticipated by the public.
The speaker argues that reducing public spending could extend the lives of older citizens, noting broad national support for belt tightening. He frames the plan as a way to conserve resources and maintain societal welfare amid fiscal pressures.
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