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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1940
Page
1
War news items report Midlands raids near Birmingham with heavy casualties feared while Berlin hints at Axis links in Hungary and Balkans. Mixed domestic briefs cover labor peace, government commissions, and local pay boosts as radio schedules run.
Roosevelt appeals for peace between unions but little hope held as AFL CIO leaders clash. AFL Vice President Matthew Woll warned of tension while CIO chief John L Lewis declared a major victory in Atlantic City. The labor dispute looms as Congress considers funding for possible war.
The House rejected a motion to adjourn 191 to 148, prolonging the session and clearing the way for quick Senate action on the Logan-Walter bill. Administration leaders expect a presidential veto, while opponents say there are enough votes to force consideration. The measure aims to ease appeals from quasi judicial federal agencies decisions.
Philadelphia Nov 20 The Associated Press says the Willkie Club of Pennsylvania will meet Friday in Harrisburg to decide whether its 1 608 units will be continued for political or other purposes. Chairman William Harman called the meeting.
London dispatch reports a nine hour Luftwaffe attack aimed at Coventry and Birmingham with over one million pounds of bombs dropped on Birmingham. Fire and explosions lit the sky as raids extended to Berlin and other German targets. observers warn the Midlands raid may be Britain’s heaviest to date.
Improvement reported at Corry hospital for three incident victims. Barry Knight of Center ville is recovering from fractures and contusions after being struck by a vehicle at West Pleasant Street and First Avenue. Emma Roschie of West Bend Street is recovering from a bullet wound in the chest from an accidental firearm discharge and will be moved home this afternoon. Edward Klakamp of Eric, a transient, is improved after being struck by a car west of the Greyhound Post House on Route 6.
In Wattsburg borough, school board chairman George Herdman announced work would begin immediately on a $30,000 school building after the board secured a $25,000 federal grant to erect the new school.
Municipal employees may receive another small raise as City Council studies the budget. City officials note officers earn less than nearby towns and propose at least a token advance while planning yearly steps to restore pay toward regional levels. The council, led by Mayor Hepler, will review the salary schedule at Friday’s budget conference.
The Junior class presents One Wild Night at the Senior High auditorium Friday evening. Kenneth Bogartis coaches the show with Miss Martha Wallace directing. The Lotus comedy set in Brockton features Rodney Dodd and a witty cast including George Kinley, Belle Robbins, Opal Dodd, Mary Patterson, Doctor Bell, and Ned Steerwell with Janet Vanderhott and Grant Cogan in key roles.
Erie police question two suspects in the fatal beating of Atex Puchlintet a city groundkeeper. He was found unconscious at the city dump Monday and died last night from injuries believed caused by a lead-weight blow near the checkpoint.
Henry Peter Fassbender, 23, an alien, confessed to holding plane and military espionage in the United States. Noted in Chicago hearings, he was linked to un American activities investigated by the Dies committee. Fassbender reportedly served as an agent for the Gestapo and admitted taking funds from the German government.
The Journal reports the purchase of the former Waleount Property at Pennsylvania Avenue by Mrs. Berkeley, with T. J. Berkeley of Berkeley Equipment Company stating the new project will house excess machinery and perform some painting and minor repairs. Plans include the Pennsylvani e venue site’s use as the First Ward factory, concentrating on surplus machinery in one location.
The civil service board announced December 15 as the exam date for engineering department applicants. Ronald D. Willins was appointed acting city engineer by the City Council, to serve until a regular appointment in January. The board, chaired by Dr. Vy W. Granunt, will conduct the exams for positions in engineering, security, and clerk roles. Applications may be obtained from City Clerk Porter Jr. before the deadline.
Fragmented text shows conflict around a holiday celebration with references to leaders, regulations, and possible suspensions. Names and places are obscured, but mentions a president, Turkey celebration, and possible delays affecting public events and travel. The garbled OCR implies authorities may enforce rules and suspend rival activities tomorrow.
In Titusville a blaze critically burned four people including 95 year old Ban Cornett and 80 year old Reuben Young, with others named as David Waddingham 40 Pitney Gilbert 48 and a 93 year old victim. Police say Gilbert attempted to fight the stove fire and a rubber tube connected to the stove contributed to the disaster. A separate item notes students in Wormleysburg Pa knitting patches for an English family bed coverlet.
The report outlines a proposed plan affecting Grand Valley and Pine Creek to divert water from local sources into the Allegheny river system. Authorities consider interim steps, with potential impact on nearby streams, communities, and land use, while evaluating containment and transportation options.
Harrisburg reports that a Republican commission will study government problems and prepare recommendations for the Democratic House. Turner, likely successor as presiding officer, expects a review by members of both houses and committees. The effort, tied to party control after November elections, may yield specific recommendations. A separate Philadelphia item notes Frank Reynolds, 70, found dead in a gas-filled apartment after testifying against a fiend in a murder trial.
In Sharon Pennsylvania on November 20 a plan to revive the federal sewing project is under discussion sponsors say劳动 women most affected by suspended work could return within ten weeks if revived federal funds restore employment total wages paid reached about 18000 to 20000 urging continuation.
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