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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1941
Page
1
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A US Navy escort steamer sails toward port with a damaged Axis merchant ship seized in the South Atlantic. The vessel, flown with US flags, had been masquerading as an American cargo ship when captured. The Navy withheld details, fueling belief the ship was near port within hours.
Red army reports say Germans hold eastern Crimea centered on Kerch after repelled push near Tikhvin. Moscow says German attacks were driven back along Kalinin area while Russians recaptured several settlements. Bitter winter conditions affect front, with 400 civil service staff dismissed in Pennsylvania and Delaware for falsified job applications.
The German merchant ship Odenwald, seized en route to Germany from the Far East, arrived at San Juan Puerto Rico under American escort. Authorities plan court action to forfeit the vessel and its cargo, believed to include rubber and other war materials. The ship hoisted U S and Philadelphia port markings as naval forces ordered surrender while crew abandoned ship.
Berlin reports an Axis flagged merchant ship intercepted by a US Navy cruiser after explosive damage. The German spokesman notes false flag tactics by Britain while the ship is damaged and unseaworthy, requiring repairs. The cruiser salvaged a party and returned to port. more details to follow on page two.
A two motor Army bomber crashed in a blizzard near Park City Utah killing Major R E Pirtle and another crew member while five others parachuted to safety. The missing man possibly Major Pirtle, native of Council Grove Kansas, was found near the wreckage with torn parachute. Army officials said the gale drove the plane off course eighteen miles, with four surviving crewmen hospitalized at Park City. Remaining five parachuted to safety were First Lieutenant W H Baysie Independence Missouri Second Lieutenant M Simmons Pampa Texas Second Lieutenant A Suuliv Greensburg Pennsylvania Staff Sergeant G Rynewn Maguine Texas and Private BL Torgerson MinneapolTTa
Pennsylvania plans Thanksgiving on November 27 while New York and Ohio keep the earlier date. The president’s proclamation fixes November 20 as a nationwide holiday, prompting changes in federal offices and rural carrier routes. In Gary, November 27 will be observed, with rural carriers working Thursday and other routes not required to serve best routes. Officials urge keeping Pennsylvania observance uniform as Thanksgiving shifts back to the last Thursday next year. Frank N. Ames departs tonight for a business trip to New York City.
Soldiers and woodsmen probed burned woodland near Bangor for four crewmen of a B 18A bomber that crashed after overshooting Langley field. Among the crew were two Pennsylvanians, with rescuers hoping some might have bailed out and survived as a large search party moved into the wrecked area.
In Washington Roosevelt meets Saburo Kurusu for over an hour to discuss growing Far East tensions. Officials say no immediate progress or concrete decisions were announced on easing Pacific risks. Tokyo outlines terms via Tojo and Foreign Minister Togo, urging end to economic blockades and military encirclement.
Balboa Panama Nov 17 The U S Navy Pacific patrols were ordered on alert amid unconfirmed reports that a British operated Yugoslav ship was attacked in the Pacific. The Olga Topic, a 5975 ton vessel, was named in rumors as the attacked ship while Rear Admiral Frank Sadler said he sought confirmation and warned raiders would not stay in the area long.
A substantial contingent of Indian troops arrived at Singapore today to reinforce multiple Indian army units. This marks the seventh group of reinforcements to reach Malaya from various parts of the British empire since September.
Interviewed by Me Journalist, defense train visited Erie Saturday. About four hundred manufacturers from Corry and nearby counties showcased essential defense items. Attendees noted ongoing work aligns with Army, Navy, and maritime commission needs. No contracts awarded on the train, but negotiations may lead to future contracts.
The October milk pool price rose 78 cents year over year with a uniform price of $2.70 and farm value of $13,477,896. The October 1940 pool value was $7,708,236.46, adjusted to $7,322,343.12 after added outside sales. The dairy farmers will be paid by November 25. President Roosevelt asked Congress for $6,687,369,046 in additional Army funding, over half for ordnance.
Washington, Nay 11 to 17 reports say Speaker Axybury indicated urgency to act on a sweeping strike bill, aiming for quick passage. The crisis dominated debate as lawmakers debated penalties to curb defense strikes amid wartime demands.
Betty Wood, a 31 year old mother from Brin and Tot, who had lived two years in an iron lung at Hamot Hospital, died at her home after a sudden collapse. She had been treated at Corry Hospital and was widely mourned by her family and community. The death occurred around 10:30 p.m. and was attributed to a shock while the body was being moved for return home. Further details follow on Page Eight.
Disjointed report depicts Chinese troops facing delays and fortifying routes as military reinforcements pour in. Signals point to renewed cross region maneuvers with bridges blown and rail lines targeted while allied observers gauge potential outcomes before month’s end.
A heavy gravel truck en route to Spring Creek lost control on a wet road and overturned near Blue Eye road. Driver Willan Grecraft of Warren escaped serious injury after being thrown from the truck while Briggs, in a car, was unhurt. Residents described the blast-like crash and the truck’s four wheels in the air before overturning.
Youth accused of involuntary manslaughter faces trial in Titusville connected to a fatal auto crash near Riceville involving a group returning from Canandaigua Lake. Witnesses subpoenaed include Evely Abdrisell, Dr W H Earnest, and William Jewell as state police present the case.
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