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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1940
Page
1
A fragmentary notice records a death in Nebraska with unclear names and dates. The sparse readable details mention a June day, a library reference, and a person identified as Caron who died. Further specifics are not legible in the source.
Condensed Brevities from News Today and War Notes outline a proposal to release one hundred thousand French prisoners as part of wartime diplomacy. Reports from Sofia, Bucharest, and London discuss shifting war aims, prisoner exchanges, and diplomatic talks with Laval. Local items note Halloween in brief and a Pittsburgh labor vote preview amid national political broadcasts.
Associated Press reports in Bern that Germany and France discuss prisoner releases as Laval seeks Axis-backed support. Marshal Petain and Adolf Hitler reportedly agreed last week, with up to 1,006,000 French prisoners potentially released to ease public morale and aid collaboration.
The Erie county draft district announces new legal advisers and lists the county and city advisers. Names include Robert J. Pirman Francis F McClintock James W Evans and others in Erie and City of Erie districts. Publication dates referenced as Saturday or Monday.
The 1940 campaign escalates as Roosevelt and Willkie push final speeches before Election Day. Roosevelt heads to Brooklyn for a major address following stops in Cleveland and Hyde Park, while Willkie targets New Jersey and Madison Square Garden with radio replies to Roosevelt.
Harrisburg November 1 The Public Utility Commission scheduled November 6 for a conference with Associated Gas & Electric System regarding its file case against Edison Light & Power Co of York. A sliding scale proposal may shape future rate relief adjustments in Pennsylvania.
Warren Pa November 1 Howard Gazley 40 a WPA worker perished early today in a fire that swept his bedroom in a rooming house. Fire Chief D G Kropf said the blaze started from a cigarette. Gazley had been smoking and tried to escape but was overcome by smoke.
Turkey rejects Balkan war entry while warning against Axis moves. Ismet Inonu reiterates friendly ties with the Soviet Union as Mussolini pressures in Greece and Albania. British and Greek forces attack southern Italy and Naples area, with reports of bombing and artillery actions across the Balkans.
Hundreds of children from almost graduation age joined a large Halloween parade sponsored by the YM. A large crowd lined Main Street as the Duffy High band led the procession from the M. A. center to City Park and back. About twenty five costumed entrants were chosen for a final stage drawing at Rex Theatre with prizes awarded soon. Awards donated by city merchants will be distributed in a few days. The Junior VFW bugle and drum corps provided music, and police reported minimal mischief during the night.
Sofia, Nov 1. Reports from Romania said German forces there have reached higher strength and rumors spread that German troops could be sent to the Greek border within ten days amid the Italian Greek conflict. Berlin Dispatches claimed Italy and Greece would see localized fighting despite days of offensives. Ismet Inonu prepared to address the Turkish National Assembly to clarify Turkey's stance.
Mrs Prynces J Nowak an 81 year old Erie resident, was wounded by a bullet fired by her son during a quarrel at the Nowak home. Joseph Nowak, 54, was taken into custody as the other son, John, was wounded in the right arm. both brothers argued after their mother went to bed as one shouted threats and fired two shots. The condition of the wounded widow was reported as hospital_eta.
Sam Baker, 23, of Columbus R D Colum bus, was shot in the face at 10 am while hunting near Route 6 just below Columbus. A companion fired a 12 gauge shotgun pellet strike. Baker was with another hunter identified as Hurley. The incident occurred minutes after Pennsylvania's small game season opened.
London reports daylight raids on London and Merseyside with brief alarms as RAF bombers struck Naples and other targets. German claims of British losses accompany reports of Dover Strait shelling and a two hour naval bombardment along the coast.
London Nov 1 Neville Chamberlain has not left Britain and has no plans to come to the United States despite circulating reports. The official secretary called the rumors rubbish and refused to treat them as credible.
A collision on a bridge near Philadelphia left more than 75 people injured. Investigation centers on a failed automatic signal and the rear-end crash of the Bethlehem Express into the Ox press line as crews reported the engineman ignored the stop signal.
A Democratic rally at the TA hall drew a crowded assembly as Juiliante and Owen M Burns led a spirited campaign discussion. Mayor Frank E Hepler presided while speakers urged a straight Democratic ticket and support for the New Deal era policies.
Harrisburg officials report a move for a re hearing of the high court decision allowing dairies to pay contract prices that bypass commission minimums. Critics call the ruling barbaric and warn of widespread milk shortages by spring. Attorney General Reno says it creates a loophole the legislature may close. A second item notes Galina plans a public bonfire for unity after the election on November 6.
Pittsburgh November 1 Democrats fear Allegheny County could tilt to Willkie if coal and steel workers align with John J. Lewis stance. Lawrence predicts Roosevelt wins County overwhelmingly despite CIO endorsement. A Western Pennsylvania leader foresees broader GOP shift if Lewis backs Willkie.
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