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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1940
Page
1
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President Roosevelt uses emergency management to mobilize mass production for war. Seven civilian national defense commission members convene to speed weapons and transport. Knudsen presses for real authority, while Roosevelt keeps decisive control.
Three men died and three were injured in a car crash near Mifflintown Pennsylvania. Victims named Lester Haines Thompsontown died at the scene John Shelley Thompsontown died on the way to Lewistown hospital from a fractured skull and ruptured leg Ray William Merts Mexico died shortly after arrival at Lewistown hospital from a crushed chest and fractured skull.
President Roosevelt submits to Congress a defense package near 5 billion dollars, aiming to expand Navy and overall military outlays amid European war developments. He signals urgency to proceed with rapid, extensive spending now. Funeral services planned for Andrew L. Horst, 62, railroad company president, following his death.
Major Winfield R. McKay of the U S Army delivers a Memorial Day address at City Park Corty. A large crowd attends as he recalls Meierigl Day origins and honors soldiers and citizens who support the nation. He urges defense readiness and peace through strength, noting the ongoing conflict in Europe. The report continues on Page Three.
Jack Connell, former Crawford County sheriff and current county commissioner, aged 49, died yesterday at Titusville City Hospital after surgery for a stomach disorder. He was a well known figure across Crawford County and served four years as sheriff starting in 1920, then two years as deputy sheriff and was elected county commissioner. Judge Clare Kent will name his successor to serve until elections.
Federal charges accuse 17 persons of conspiracy to violate internal revenue laws tied to a state wide illegal liquor operation. The case centers on a Jeannette Pennsylvania distribution network allegedly run as a “wholesale” liquor hub. Proceedings begin Monday in a federal court.
Rev Gordon B Abrams will deliver the baccalaureate sermon to Corry High School’s 1940 graduating class at the Sunday evening service in the Senior High auditorium. The Corry Ministerial Association will lead a program including hymns prayers and a sermon titled The Right and Wrong Way of Living by Rev Gordon Adams.
Dispatches from Washington report the U S Senate has confirmed James Sullivan for the local postmaster position along with James D Brakeman of Daloty city with the confirmation announced today in press reports.
A tank truck driver, Herbert Shuwe of Willlemsville, died when his diesel tractor failed on a hill near Riceville Corners on Route 8. He blocked traffic with flares after the 4000 gallon gasoline laden vehicle stalled, but the trailer rolled back and bore him under, killing him instantly. The wreck halted traffic about 100 yards away.
The first day of Memorial Day weekend saw about 100 deaths from highway crashes plane crashes and a subway death plus a fatal bicycle accident in California. In Indianapolis a high profile 500 mile race drew defiant drivers but claimed no fatalities. Seven highway crashes enroute to the race and a Michigan plane crash added to the toll. A 74 year old bicyclist in California died while placing a wreath at his daughter's grave.
Attorney Walter Peake spoke to the Corry Kiwanis Club during a dinner at Hotel Corry. His remarks honored Memorial Day, offering inspiring thoughts and reflecting the occasion's reverence. The meeting also noted ongoing plans for a championship playoff and other club activities.
United Press dispatch reports Paul V. McNutt campaigns for the Democratic nomination and backs a Roosevelt third term. The effort follows Sen. Burton Wheeler’s reluctant admission that Roosevelt might seek renomination, with Hull as secretary of state remaining in place and a widening circle of backers for a potential run.
W. G. Cox of the G Q Murphy Co. store in Corry Pennsylvania has earned fourth place on the 1940 Roll of Honor of Community Builders by Chain Store Age. Cox backed the Corry Kiwanis, aided in securing a building for the Y M C A, promoted the Safety Council, served the Golden Rule Club, Salvation Army advisory board, and presided as Corry Presbyterian Church trustee. The magazine sent a scroll to Richard Rossbacher for presentation.
Wiloyd Mahoney spoke at Columbus High School commencement held Wednesday evening at the Community Church. The church was filled to capacity with relatives and friends as the class received diplomas. The program featured the Rhythm Gils of Harbor Creek.
A fragmented report notes Leopold II arguing from Paris that Tangée should reign through Belgian people’s creed and that the cabinet must exercise government power during the war, asserting the necessity of strong executive action.
Newsreel style dispatch says thousands of German troops and weapons concentrate in a 200 square mile area for a likely attack toward Paris or London. Allies hold in the sandhills despite odds 5 to 1, with remnants scattered and Dunkirk defense lines reinforced amid a blizzard of bombs.
London reports large numbers of Allied troops escaping the German trap in Flanders and forming a line in France to cover withdrawals. Casualties reportedly run at least five Germans per Briton, with evacuees flooding back to Britain for 48 hours of leave. German reinforcements tighten pressure near Mont Cassel as authorities assess claims of French rear guard losses.
United Press dispatch from Paris reports a colossal 200 square mile battle as more than 600,000 German troops clash with upwards of 200,000 Allied northern army soldiers. The fight rages along the Flemish coast area described as a volcano of combat with machines and bombs. France has given up hope for the lost army as rear guards duel to reach the coast while German planes sweep the shoreline. Two divisions have been pressed forward and fierce fighting continues as both sides throw reserves into the struggle.
United Press dispatch from Berlin reports the German high command states mass French troops trapped in Manders were annihilated or captured while a few encircled forces resist the climactic drive. It claims the battle of Flanders is nearly won and remaining Allied forces are being reduced near Dunkirk and along the Belgian coast.
Argentina plans a student demonstration to protest Germany with reports that authorities expect around 15 people to buy American airplanes.
Allied forces push toward the Nievik region as they prepare additional operations against Germany. The campaign aims to tighten pressure on the German front, with Norwegian and Allied units coordinating movements to disrupt enemy defenses and secure strategic positions.
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