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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1939

Page

4

Tonight’s Radio Schedule Highlights and Personal Spotlight

Nation, city and network listings cover Taft and Smith discussions, Benny Goodman Swing School, We the People with Gabriel Heatter, and doctor drama Dr Christian. Donna Damerel profile notes on air since youth, with Jimmie Fidler Hollywood news and NBC and CBS programs across prime time.

Robert Taft T. W. Smith Wabc-Cbs Benny Goodman Harle Theatre Columbia Network Johnny Mercer Martha Tilton We, the People Gabriel Heatter Wabcges Albert Binateln CBS Donna Damerel Marge Myrt Mage Donna Myrtle Vail Myrt Jon Jimmie Fidler Hollywood Johnny Green Wills Cuitton Fadiman Franklin P. Adams John Kieranan Fields Dick Powell Benny Goodmar Fibber McGee Jean Hersholt Dr. Christian Pail Whiteman New York WABC John T. Frederick Medill School of Journalism Northwestern Ozark Missouri Ward Allison Dorrance Foth Roy Chapman Andrews New Horizons Ameyiga School of Air Showels Entertainment Tommy Dorsey Kay Kyser Star Theatre Charlie Ruggles Ned Sparks Frances Langford Jimmie Wallington Fred Allen Galaxy of Stars of Town Hall NBC

Trade at home movement urged by city civic groups

The piece argues that to boost Corry commerce the city should promote local buying through voluntary actions rather than sweeping legislation. It urges residents, civic clubs, and the Civic Employees' Association to prioritize Corry merchants and professionals, stressing the need for public backing and consistency in spending. It notes the Post-Gazette opposes Harrisburg ripper bills and warns against eroding independent commissions. It ends with a quip about Slovakia’s brief independence before Miller's takeover.

Corry Civic Employees’ Association Bose Civic Association Post-Gazette Ripper Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Harrisurg

Railroad Improvement Drive to Modernize Lines Across Nation

Inter state Commerce Commission reports Class 1 railroads plan to spend about 717 million dollars on maintenance improvements and extensions over the next seven years. The money aims to ease costly traffic, revive underused lines, and boost employment as railroads regain relevance amid auto and bus competition.

Yail Interstate Commerce Commission Met Ovardue Randi Thotull Ae Indusbry Gener

Bruce Catton in Washington Washington's naval plan details battleship work

Bruce Catton reports from Washington on naval construction as of March 21 detailing the progress on the North Carolina and Washington, with contracts placed for the South Dakota, Indiana, Massachusetts, and Alabama. He explains the long design process, the significant cost to produce plans, and the time required to complete a new battleship, including the stages from authorization to preliminary design and final construction.

Washington Mar North Carolina South Dakota Indiana Massachusetts Alabama Congress General Board of the Navy Secretary of the Navy Chief of Naval Operations Bureau of Construction and Repair Leyman Sneamimon Board Navy Fies Stef Wesigrors

Twenty Years Ago From The Journal Files March 21 1819

A snapshot of early 19th century news covers vaccination enforcement, Belgian relief, local travel, and community notes. It delves into naval ship design processes, detailing plan production, contracts, and the navy’s ongoing need for skilled engineers and architects as ships evolve from concept to launch.

Teken Journal Files

Daily Dozen From the Medical Society of Pennsylvania

Medical notes discuss eczema in infants and hereditary links, noting roughness redness and oozing patches often on the face. It mentions hay fever history and possible spread, with questions about diagnosis and symptoms.

The Medical Society of the State of Pennsylvania

Operation tale from Nad Sparks shocks auditors

Nad Sparks recalls a hospital visit ending with a chaotic operation. He describes capsules, needles, a vase, and attempted theft of his $1500 false teeth while tubes and hoses inflict discomfort. He smirks that auditors envied his ordeal and called them cabbage-like ignorants.

Hollywood Nad Sparks Sparks Lsten Vnck

Scaionary Scales and Allergy Diet Guidance

A reader asks about skin irritation and eczema related to foods and liquids. The article advises consulting a doctor for diet and treatment, noting that certain foods may aggravate eczema and that hydration is important for recovery.

Deadliest Earthquake Strikes China in 1556

The 1556 quake in China is considered the worst on record with reports placing the death toll at about 800,000. Contemporary accounts described widespread collapse and devastation across multiple provinces.

China

Thompson's Barosma Compound Tablets notice

Stop distress of getting up at night and protect kidneys. Thompson's Barosma Compound Tablets claim to strengthen the bladder and aid stomach liver and bowels. Sold at local drug stores for 50 cents.

Thompson

Public press and radio access in the Townsend Recovery Plan debate

Letter from M. J. Fihe asks Editor of Corry Evening Journal why news of Congress action and the Townsend Recovery Plan is not printed or broadcast. He contends lack of coverage hurts the public, workers, and sellers, and criticizes exploitation by modern mass media and machines.

Corry Evening Journal Public Press Congress Townsend Radio Annouingers Silles M. J. Fihe

Sponge Cultivation via Fragments Planted on Sea Floor

Sponges are grown by attaching fertile clippings from mature specimens to concrete discs placed on the sea floor. Time and nature then allow growth, with new sponges developing as they feed and mature underground before surfacing.

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