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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1941
Page
1
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In a column by Roger W. Badson from Habson Park Massachusetts November 1, the piece opens with a parable about squirrels to discuss how education and instincts shape behavior. It recounts a discussion with Roosevelt on taxation, section 102, and the push to use undistributed profits for period stabilization, noting dangers of overreaching tax powers and the need to balance wartime reserves with postwar needs. The article then cites Treasury, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and representative Dougherty’s tax committee, arguing that prudent reserves now support employment and a smooth transition from war to peace production. It closes with a note on changing economic conditions and postwar needs.
Plan outlines Corry leaders formal debut in sound movies in the near future. Regis Burns announces arrangements with John Crossman and A. T. Strnffer of Community Film Productions to produce proscribed Gorey related reels. The project includes municipal officials, fire and police, service clubs, schools, business entities and aims to reflect community interests. The 4th Hollywood Ball will crown Miss Corry 1941 with a silver cup and serve as a feature of the Yoon! movies. Scenes of actual production at Hollywood will be included. After production, films will be shown at the Rex Theatre on a date to be announced.
Associated Press reports a new British cabinet lineup is imminent affecting Lord Beaverbrook as minister of supply and Ernest Bevin at the foreign office. Liberal National MP Louis Grupyille notes the changes will bring surprises and redistribute departmental duties while Churchill is poised to secure a win for the wartime cabinet.
Heavy showers hit the Halloween parade with 100 to 300 children taking part under the Y M C A. They marched from First Avenue to Love Land Field where they were guests at the Toothball event. Fifteen participants were chosen for prizes to be awarded next Wednesday at 4 00 pm at the Y M G A center.
Prime Minister Mackenzie King arrived in Ottawa for a two day conference with President Roosevelt. He indicated surprise was unlikely that major issues would arise. Crown Princess Juliana, a Netherlands refugee, is in Ottawa with her two children and several attendants.
After weeks of debate the Board of Education approved a contract with the Federal Works Agency for occupants at Fairhaven Village. Attorney Shaw warned a clause on present facilities could limit future expansion. the board altered the stipulation and approved the agreement. Authorities noted rental income around 1650 annually if all units are leased, with district taxes possibly rising by about 1000.
Berlin November 1 a compilation of reports made public shows that at least 1082 persons have been executed for refusal to bow to Nazi authority in areas within the German sphere since Germany began war with Russia on June 22 1941, according to German reported figures.
Fresno dispatch reports Lieut West of Centerville Ohio parachuted from a B 40 pursuit ship to a deserted shack in Sugarloaf valley. After two days, he endures freezing conditions with scant rations while hoping for rescue. A voice asked for help and directions as night fell on the mountains.
Lieut Leonard Ludon of Des Moines Iowa and West of unknown origin describe jumping from a damaged F 40 pursuit plane during a storm near Barton Peak on October 24. They survived five days wandering ridges with scarce supplies before rescue planes spotted them and dispatched a ground party.
Senator Green denounced the neutrality act as appeasement toward Hitler arguing it has proved futile and must be revised to restore free rights for merchant ships. The debate occurred amid a Senate session on pending neutrality revisions after the sinking of the destroyer Reuben James and a navy report on crew losses.
Berlin sources commented on President Roosevelt's attitude toward the sinking of the destroyer Reuben James. They said the president was suffering from an upset political stomach and that he has become cautious. They noted he feels he may have bitten off more than he could digest in recent days.
Ajax plans expansion including a new plant building 68 by 58 feet as a west wing from the current machine shop. The project, financed by a 450 foot property deal along railroad tracks, will add a large crane and new engine shop, enabling direct rail access for shipments and boosting overall operations at the Ajax Ton Works.
A new strike by riverboat officers from the AFT Masters Mates and Pilot organization halted towboats serving the Carnegie Tilingis Steel Corporation Homestead works. The midnight walkout seeks undisclosed wage increases and working condition changes, risking coke production and steel output while a previous two day shutdown had just ended.
Associated Press reports 21 miners died in an Alberta mine blast with 21 bodies recovered last night. Officials say others underground survived as rescue efforts continued.
Rain delays concrete work on the West Main Street paving project. Charles H Pry Construction lays forms extending from Union Street to Fifth Avenue as crews await better weather. Concrete pours expected to begin Friday if conditions improve, with efforts concentrated on a 300 foot stretch and related prep work near Pennsylvania Avenue.
London dispatch reports Allied guns shelling Dover and its environs with shells and explosions heard inland. The bombardment caused fear among residents while observers noted thunder and heavy fire in the southeast. A model house near Fair Haven was extended for inspection next week, per resident manager Thomas J McCoy.
Officials announced 40,015 men registered under the selective service in Pennsylvania with 92,010 enlisted in various branches up to last May. By October the state expected a quota adjustment before January, while 44,967 of 189,978 men asked had not yet furnished. More than 1,200 cards were cleared through headquarters indicating many were being discharged, including older registrants eligible for retirement on request.
A 1940 report shows Pennsylvania expands selective service with 8 district offices and 7,000+ serving without pay. On registration day September 15 1940 nearly 1.95 million men aged 21 to 36 were recorded with minimal errors. daily tallies reach 81,696. Headquarters coordinate details, examinations, transport plans and individual schedules for boards nationwide, with a plan to extend to every state by year end.
British and American dispatches quote German forces driving toward Moscow as Hitler’s invasion resumes. Rostov region civilians and military assets are being evacuated while Soviet engineers reinforce the Don river line. German commanders claim advances near Sevastopol and plans for a broader operation threaten the Crimea and Black Sea naval base.
Denis Driscoll and Wilfred Be Thorn, trustees of Associated Gas & Electric, urged the federal court in New York to break the in state operation into four separate systems. They proposed the New York Pennsylvanian System, the Haserian P System, the Penney Wania System, and a Georgia System, each serving distinct regions.
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