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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1940
Page
1
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German foreign ministerial talks in Berchtesgaden with Italy and Spain signal Spain’s move toward full Axis alignment. Discussions reportedly cover Balkans, Greece, and Gibraltar as Berlin hints at joint actions with Madrid. Page Six continuation noted.
A page report details a crash on the Union City to Mill Village road injuring a hitchhiker who was taken to Corry hospital with a fractured right ankle and body bruises. James Tucker, 41, of Peoria Illinois, is identified as involved. another driver, Lou Rhines 62, of Corry, collided with a car driven by Earl Esrll, injuring Esrll and prompting an investigation into fault and a possible arrest for failing to yield the right of way.
Mr Walker announced the lease of the storeroom at 38 Boat Main Street adjoining the Water House Garage for a wholesale and retail feed store. The opening is planned for late this week with stock in place and store ready for a formal opening.
Condensed dispatches report Axis pressure on Greece and Gibraltar with Vienna diplomacy, British air war centered on Hamburg, and Allied arms spending rising. Domestic items flag political talks in Harrisburg and Pittsburgh fallout from wartime production, plus local notices, schedules, and community briefings across several cities.
Washington Nov 15 The Supreme Court refused to pass on the government's claim that the right of free speech does not include the right to engage in unfair labor practices. The decision leaves unresolved whether speech protections cover labor dispute tactics.
Dispatches report Italian forces slipping 25 miles into Albania to form a new defense line while Mussolini vows no retreat. Greek units advance toward Koritza as Italian rear guards fight to cover withdrawal from a key Albanian fortress. Italy tests resolve after five years of sanctions following Ethiopia invasion.
Edward Klakamp a 43 year old Erie transient was struck by a car on Route 6 near Corry and sustained lacerations and bruises but no serious injuries. He was treated at Corry Hospital and expected to be discharged. The driver Arthur J. Martin 104 North Main Union City remained at scene and police investigated.
Atlantic City November reports say John L Lewis told delegates he will resign as CIO president, tears in his eyes, amid questions of successor. The scene centers on Lewis acknowledging leadership transition as unions weigh support and continuity.
City officials prepare for a budget session with city engineer appointment and tax rate issues on the agenda. A. O. Sandburg has provided department heads with yearly expenditure estimates as plans for 1841 are discussed, with most budget work to be done in later conferences.
Rev Joseph Edward Platz 84 retired United Brethren minister of Grand Valley died two hours after being struck by a car driven by Frank Jones of Butler. He sustained fractures and a fractured skull. The Warren County motor police investigated and cleared Jones. Coroner to issue certificate. no inquest planned. Born January 2 1856 he served multiple charges including Oswayo and Gras Valley. Survived by three sons and seven grandchildren. Services set for 2 p m Wednesday at Youngsville United Brethren church with burial at East Randolph.
London reports Allied air raids on German war industries in the Ruhr valley with quick follow-ups from Hamburg and other targets. The attacks disrupt convoys and threaten German production while sirens warn southern coast towns and coastal defense units brace for possible further strikes.
Banks in the city will observe Thanksgiving on November 21 and 26 after proclamations from the President and Governor James naming November 21 and November 24 as legal holidays. The broader turkey holiday mood will peak on November 5th, with schools closing and offices suspended in observance.
A third explosion within a week rocked the Bridgeville works of the American Cyanamid and Chemical Corporation near Pittsburgh injuring two women and causing substantial damage estimated at 250000 dollars. The owner Michael Bozich claimed arson and sabotage, saying his firm tests bombs for government orders and alleging incendiary devices were used.
Washington November 18 Speaker Rayburn said the House would adjourn until January 3 if enough Democrats attend the session. He spoke before the House reconvened for its first business meeting since the November 5 election. Stores to close on Thanksgiving Day.
Four day bear season kicks off in Pennsylvania with many hunters in Corry joining the opening. A light, tracking snow aided the hunt as bears were reported plentiful statewide. Season runs four days with penalties reduced for reporting bears. several counties remain closed to hunting.
In Downey California a conciliation meeting was set to end a strike that closed the Value Alrecati plant and halted work on many warplanes. The strike organizers sent their West Coast director to the CIO convention in Atlanta to seek broader nationwide support for the walkout.
A two-vehicle crash near Lewistown Pennsylvania killed eight people including a boy and a girl and injured others. The driver Russell Hoyle survived with minor injuries while Deputy Coroner Robert G Banks said the accident occurred on the Willin Penn highway. The path of the oncoming truck caused a fatal collision and inquest will be held.
Police investigate a double slaying in Trenton as pellets from shotguns link the deaths of Mrs. Carolina Morcon, 24, and Ludo vicum J Kovacs, 25. Both were killed while seated in a parked car near Cypress Lane. Authorities note ties to two prior similar cases along the Delaware River border, with trysts in nearby parks and stations.
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