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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1941
Page
4
Fragmented OCR reads as a 1918 style notice listing mail rates and subscription options for Corry Pennsylvania. It references By Mail and By Carrier pricing, advertising rules, and a controversial editorial on patriotism by Eber Ralph Tusersall of a New York Daily, discussing Britain and American resolve.
The emissary H M Morden explains Canadian rules to American visitors. He urges travelers to carry proper identification and proof of status to avoid entry issues or delays at ports. He notes that Canadian authorities may detain or question travelers suspected of improper immigration status, amid wartime tensions and publicity around U S travelers in Canada.
A fragmentary discussion on the Monroe Doctrine notes the Western Hemisphere is an undefined term. Geographers from the State Department and American Geographical Society offer varying inclusions such as North Central and South America, Greenland, Iceland, and other territories, while opinions differ on Teeland, Teelandic regions, and other outlying areas.
Epidemic mumps more common in the military than in civilian life. Not fatal, but incapacitating and painful. Spreads through close contact in schools, barracks, camps. Incubation averages 18 days. First symptom is swelling of one or both salivary glands around the jaw. Swelling lasts about 2 to 4 days, with pain and fever. Isolation for at least two weeks recommended.
A scrambled set of quiz items asks about presidents, geography, history and democracy. The long fragment includes distorted phrases, mispellings, and stray political commentary about conscription and governance amid World War II era themes.
Washington marks the eighth anniversary of U S farm aid and a vast payments program. The article notes total government outlays for farmers reaching about 3.86 billion dollars over eight years, amid political controversy and shifts in policy including acreage controls and marketing quotas. Presidents and farm leaders pushed for relief during the 1930s crises, while critics warned of debt and regulation.
Fragmented OCR text describes a mysterious 19th century dedication to a Margaret Heughey or Heystiey. It references an orphan, a band and baby, and unclear events tied to the United States. The garbled prose mentions New Orleans and political figures, with sparse names and dates.
Miss Marjorie Desmond returns home from Washington for spring vacation. Visitors include Miss Sarah Powell and Miss Louise Eisworth. Dr. Nic Tey Gitteith buys the C Bagley residence on Kay Smith Street and plans to occupy after April 1. Tom Williams improves at Gerry Hospital. Artwen Gays moved home and is recovering. Gerry Rod and Gun Club asks citizens to support Columbus Lube and pave program.
Oscar Scranton, Pa March 14 A federal judge allowed courtroom spectators to vote on the sentence for a verdict of embezzlement. The defendant, Baer, 43, formerly worked for the First National Bank of Shickshinny, faced a possible term of four years and eight days in federal prison after pleading guilty to stealing about $5,800. The jury had deliberated in a related case before delivering its recommendation.
London reports a government plan to reduce British cattle herds due to shortages. Officials say even with cuts the remaining stock would be far below wartime targets, signaling a decisive policy shift and potential impact on farming and meat supply.
A tribute by George Tucker recalls Hal Kemp the California auto accident and a life in music with Skinnay Ennis and the Kemp band. It notes Kemp's ear musicianship, a London stay, and a meeting with George Duke of Kent. It mentions Ennis taking over, a Hope show clash, and a family anecdote about Mrs Kemp backstage ticket rules.
Hollywood Sights and Sounds reviews Joan Crawford's daring film choices and stage ambitions. It notes her push for bold dramatic roles, including a complex surgery scene and a move toward theater work after an eight month New York stay. The piece links director George Cukor's praise with Crawford's intense acting resolve and her desire to avoid Hollywood compromises.
Fragmentary text references a lodge or county group with names like Altestien G. and terms such as Pen and Mare. Content is incomplete and may relate to a local fraternal lodge or meeting notice with unreadable details. No clear event, date, or outcome can be established from the readable fragments.
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