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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1942
Page
6
Fragmented local column reports a two vehicle collision north of Center Streets Columbus Avenue, minor damage with no injuries. It notes Mead Park Association by laws, deer sightings, primary petition deadlines, and political and civic updates including personnel moves, theater events, and charity efforts.
State Motor Police traced a reported missing Buffalo man Albert W. Futtenauer to a Kane County scene where a 1934 Chevrolet was found abandoned. Police indicated the missing man likely took his own life, with a New York Local Board 607 draft card and other items recovered at the scene.
Richard Meek, 20, of Crescent Avenue, died at Sals Manes City Hospital after a collision at 9 Wildwood Avenue involving a car he rode in and a parked truck. Four youths were treated after the noon crash. the Nerogic car struck the truck owned by Frank Nerogie, swerved, and collided into a pole and parked vehicle.
William Rose of Girard received 9979 damages from a federal court jury after his wife Margaret Rose was killed and son Donald injured in a crash. The verdict covered 8905 for the death and 2074 for injuries to the boy from a sideswipe by an interstate tractor trailer driven by William Carsen of Chicago on Route June 4.
Edward Heal, chairman of the Eyl County rationing board, urged rural residents on Saturday to double up on passengers to conserve fire fuel and rationed goods. A recent survey showed city residents increasingly drive alone, while rural areas lag in car pooling.
David Watkind, a youth from Waitsburg, pleaded guilty to four larceny charges and one fraudulent conversion charge. He admitted involvement in 10 thefts across Cary and Union City areas, including thefts at Pennzoil Station and Ray's Service Station. Police nabbed him after a car ride to Union City and witnesses reported cash register thefts totaling about 5 dollars during the incidents. He received an open of guilty and was remanded to Waite Hill in the county court until sentencing.
Harrisburg March 22 authorities finalize organization to enroll families for sugar rationing starting May 4. Office of Price Admin sets May 5 start. About 36,491 teachers and principals in 1111 elementary schools will distribute ration books and belts with stamps for weekly sugar allotments. Local 14 Man boshels oversee distribution after enrollment.
Radio lineup lists NBC and CBS broadcasts, music shows, talks, and dramatic segments across tonight and Tuesday. Notable items include Myrng Loy in Angel On Horseback, Strawberry Blonde, True Or Fals, and lectures by Sen Robert Taft and Attorney General Biddle.
Americans on Bataan await a Japanese blitz as surrender terms fixed noon yesterday unless defenders capitulate. The same communique cites intensified patrols and skirmishes along the front, signaling a possible big offensive to crush resistance and threaten Manila Bay harbor facilities.
March 29 Rend ment of the citys 40 retail guilt dealers on a municipal plant proposal. Questionnaires approved by the study committee will be returned urgently. The Citizens' Committee and City Council Committee will be merged with Mayor Stroth as temporary chairman.
Major George Fielding Biirt, a retired military strategist, warned at a Woman's Club lecture in Warren that the nation faces its gravest crisis in history. He outlined early war events shaping 1942 needs and highlighted Hitler’s Russian offensive, Churchill’s strategy, and U.S. entry into the conflict at the close of 1941.
The Williamport event saw Irene Schramm reelected as director and Lotte Sprowls named to the executive board for a term of years. A separate Pittsburgh case reports Swicklosh losing a fight to remain principal, with the Allegheny court upholding the board’s action for incompetency and cruelty.
Curry Band members will perform at a joint Red Cross benefit at the Sento High auditorium on Wednesday evening April 8. The event is hosted by the Kiwanis and Rotary clubs with committees named to handle tickets and arrangements. Proceeds support the local Red Cross chapter. Director Robert Brown planned a diverse program with popular operatic airs.
Five Erie youths will be charged with three burglaries, armed robbery and multiple attempted burglaries. Police say the Venetian Tavern at 3816 Buffalo Road was robbed of 400 dollars in cash liquor and cigars. Suspects include Johnny Dodack Leonard Pohl Louis Kupnelwsti Alphonse Tereszitlewicz and James Peg with two others held awaiting formal charges.
Help Wanted male 29 log cutters and a salesman needed for Coffee and Grocery route. Details: Thompson Bibow address 216 W Washington St, Erie Pa. Salary 25.50 weekly plus commissions and bonus. Car and expenses paid. Apply to C A Lewellyn 1710 Freud St Erie Pa in care of Jewell Tea.
Evangelistic services will be held at the Elgin Methodist Church each evening from March 23 through Easter Sunday, excluding Saturdays. The preacher will be the Rev. Albert J. Henwick of Cranesville Methodist Church. Special music will be provided by the male quartet and others. All are invited to attend per Rev. A. H. Timmis, pastor of the Elgin church.
Erw Mar 2 Alias F R Cousins 49 of 920 Hash Toth Street released on 10000 cash bond after facing 122 alleged co defecants in a conspiracy to violate federal tolls law United States commissioner David S Gifford announced the cash bond was posted in full on Saturday afternoon
Pittsburgh markets show moderate demand with apples and potatoes quoted across several grades and regions. Buffalo livestock sales remain active with hogs and steers strong, lambs steady, and heaviest weights offered near market highs. Associated Press notes a mixed session with fractional gains through late trading.
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