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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1940
Page
1
Fragmentary record notes a State College site and workshop tasks with payroll figures around 36 000 and mentions names like Ishlal Ray Mercer and OlL yarren. The text is garbled with references to duties, hours, and a community plea, reflecting a disrupted historical page segment.
Roger Babson discusses how postwar shifts trigger a social and economic upheaval. He links rising car ownership and cheap gasoline to wealth drift, lower farm prices, and broader national changes, arguing a spiritual revival and prudent credit are needed to stabilize the economy.
A powerful cold wave and storm sweep the East keeping Easter frigid with near zero temperatures. Highway patrol warns of icy, drifted secondary roads while main routes stay passable but hazardous. Rivers remain safely iced and forecasts show partly cloudy skies with flurries, colder Monday.
Hollywood report states actress Alice Faye has obtained a divorce from Tony Martin. The article notes Faye hopes to avoid new romances while Martin prefers golf or cards to staying at home, reflecting strained personal lives amid publicity.
March 21 report on Erimannel Sha pir a 21 year old youth who cut off his left hand, described as suffering from schizophrenia with a divided personality. Doctors said recovery from his mental condition appeared unlikely given the.damaging form described by the physician.
A general blaze in Mauch Chunk, Pennsylvania, damaged a four story furniture store, an adjoining home, and two other buildings. Fire, aided by high winds, threatened the East Mauch Chunk business district as volunteers helped move furniture and belongings from nearby homes. Estimated loss ranges from 75,000 to 150,000 dollars.
Washington March 28 the capital awaited word possibly from the White House on the controversy over the pro allied speech by James H Cromwell U S minister to Canada. Secretary Hull rebuked Cromwell for violating state department rules by not sending a copy to the department before delivery in Toronto. Roosevelts illness kept him in bed with a cold and no official White House comment was received.
Floyd W. Reeves of the American Youth Commission described four million unemployed youths as the era’s main problem and urged local community surveys to address it. He warned against overreliance on the federal government and urged recognizing the issue as a rational, not hopeless, challenge.
Washington reports progress on long-awaited non-stop bombers capable of crossing the Atlantic and returning with heavy payloads. Douglas Aircraft Co. has completed a 970-ton aerial dreadnought for Army tests, with experimental flights expected in the near future. A separate item notes a fatal bull attack near Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, injuring Walter B. Fleck on a Rand farm.
French Premier Paul Reynaud's new inner council met to plan a "fight to win" strategy as Europe trembles. Germany presses Balkan leverage after a Brenner Pass claim while Mussolini and Hitler push a broader economic drive. Romanian officials note German demands, including oil expansion and faster exports, with a favorable exchange terms looming amid talk of Danubian and Balkan alignments. Count Tele arrives in Rome to discuss Hungary's stance. Britain fears Talyan channels to bypass the blockade as tensions rise across southeastern Europe.
Public Utility Commission case against Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation serving Corry and nearby towns will hold a two day hearing in Erie on March 26 and 27 before Examiner Levy. The inquiry aims to determine fairness and reasonableness of the company’s rates and charges.
March 23 report notes improved weather allowing French patrols to engage German patrols in the Biles sector. Both sides reportedly exchanged positions with limited direct fighting. no significant breakthroughs noted. Also mentions a Liquor Control admin building project in New York with a $1.9 million budget and related construction activity.
Oklahoma City March 23 Leon Phillips raged as the Grand River Dam and Westro-Electric project was shut by a federal injunction. The 6,500 foot long dam 150 feet high will create a 48,000 acre lake within three months burying three roads and two bridges while the Alabama guard and state authorities enforce the order. Phillips, angered by what he calls destruction of rights, accuses the government of seizing property and vows to mobilize public sentiment.
Atlanta March 23 a federal inquiry into Georgia state affairs was indicated by a statement from G Jehin assistant U S attorney general who aided in presenting evidence to a federal grand jury Wheelcher Dy Ga Pickens County Commissioner Grady Jones said he reviewed evidence given to the Georgia legislative economy committee in 1988 Bogge said he conferred with no number of attorneys during the few days of the inquiry with Wes her? involved in the case not clear due to damaged text
Eighty one month old Dorothy Crinkekl died at home in New Jersey after being strangled. Police say the scene hints at an internal case, with investigators examining the leads and examining potential suspects tied to the neglectful handling of the infant.
A local price war in Foulestown involves Bread Al Two Soy and 13 for 19 cents, disrupting sales. The Cothy Baking Company has joined the push, aiming to gain forward market share and extend price cuts to nearby bakeries, with several sales reported and promotions spreading through the city.
Finnish port Hanko fell to Russian troops who landed amid heavy snow and raised the hammer and sickle over the town hall. The Red banner flew as Soviet forces moved through the city, with residents described as unable to defend themselves.
In New York George Jessel 24 will marry tomorrow as per his mother Mrs Geraldine Andrew 33 who objects yet supports the match despite concerns. The Andrew family arrival from Los Angeles brought guests to a six room apartment with phones and radios as plans proceed for the wedding.
Richards, Dimest, of Wayne County, was tried before Alderman Gordon Byleing on charges for cutting trees belonging to Wayne Lawnshiy farm owner. He was found guilty by the First Ward justice after testimony. Sentenced to a $150 fine or four months in jail, with a separate assessment of $25 per tree. Richards will serve the term in county jail. He was moved to the county jail this afternoon by police official Leon Brown.
Santa Ana California March 23 Before pretty Louise Drolet 25 leaped from a plane in a wind storm in her car and died. Her parents Mr and Mrs Drolet said she had been in poor health and left a note. further details were not explained.
Rep. Cox of Georgia accuses the National Labor Relations Board of lobbying for larger appropriations. He warns Democrats that heavy spending could imperil the party’s chances in upcoming elections and urges restraint to avoid political meddling in labor policy.
Washington March 23 economy bloc leaders urged President Roosevelt to oppose an extra 222 million farm parity fund added to the 1947 budget. Senate action raised agriculture appropriations to 1.079 billion with parity provisions. House totals were lower. Leaders say parity raises may force new taxes unless Roosevelt acts, stressing potential budget cuts if kept.
Concord Township slayer George Wing seeks a life sentence commutation for the murder of his two year old nephew. District Attorney Burton R Lally said he will vigorously oppose the appeal, arguing the child’s death was not accidental and Wing has been sufficiently punished. The case will be reviewed at the May county district meeting.
The article details McNair opposing Thad term change and lists political alignments. It notes Match Mess etabbe's stance against a Roosevelt era bid and mentions former mayor Witain NudfcNait as a dependent candidate. The piece references a ticket involving Gurrelt Hull and James A. Marley for vice president.
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