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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1943
Page
4
Two hunting accidents were reported in Baie Ney. Gal Kreider of West Springfield was shot in the left leg when his gun discharged while he tried to pick it up in the woods near his home. Frank Cylardo of Farrell was revealed in fair condition at St Vincent's hospital after a companion tripped and the gun fired.
Erie Firefighters battled a coal fed blaze for nearly three hours as the Cascade Coal Company tipple at 929 West 16th burned to the ground. Flames and smoke were visible for blocks and several tons of coke within the tipple caught fire. Officials investigate the cause as losses are estimated in the hundreds of dollars.
The Women’s Victory Club met at the Municipal building with President Mrs. Leslie Wells presiding. Reports covered soldiers’ finances, the servicemen’s newspaper, and 197 Christmas cards for overseas men. A Tag Day fundraiser for Christmas gifts was noted as successful amid recent storm conditions. Volunteering to address Christmas cards were requested, with the next issue of On the Home Front to mail Tuesday evening.
The Townsend Club held its November meeting at Mrs Henry Bulls home with a tureen supper and business session. Members are preparing for officer elections next month and a special 28 page issue of Elite to Victory will report on memberships. The December meeting will be a Christmas party at L R Tiffany home on Tuesday December 14.
Mrs James Shaver hosted a Thursday evening dinner for her daughter Barbara on her ninth birthday. Guests included Shirley Hoyt Sylvia Gassett Virginia Prine Connie Jimmie Shaver and Sally Crowell. The youngsters reported a very good time.
Mr and Mrs Frank K Pricks of Pittsburgh join Mr and Mrs John Oaville and son Pati along with Miss Myrtle Dora Smith of Youngstown for a relatives visit in the city last evening.
Jamestown Nov 20 The Public Service Commission will hold a hearing November 26 to decide if James Town Motor Bus Transportation Co and the Buffalo and Erie Coach Corporation should reduce fares on their routes. Proceedings followed commission notices describing unsatisfactory replies and indications that rates should be reduced.
Kane Nov 20 A fatal planer accident at Wetmore avenue injures Caligny Bowman proprietor of W W Bowman and Sons Lumber Mill. He reached to brush shavings and his hand was drawn into revolving knives. Four fingers and the thumb were torn off from the machine. Bowman, a veteran lumberman and Kane Borough Council member, oversees mill operations and timber acquisitions. Charles Hultman, mill employee, operated the feeding end. Hospital staff described the severed digits and mangled hand injuries.
Jamestown news report states Joseph P. Burke of Buffalo faced court on a theft charge tied to the disappearance of funds from Mrs Marie Anderson. Burke sought adjournment to obtain counsel while detectives link him to parole violations from Western Penitentiary. A witness claimed seeing Burke take money in a Brooklyn Square tavern, though details remain disputed.
S. P. Bliss, chairman, announced wartime premiere of This Is The Army in the city will net at least $900 for the Army Relief Fund. Total receipts reached 1075.70 after donations and gate takings, with 96.70 tax on admissions and small deductions. Appreciation extended to Mr. Rice, the orchestra, ushers, and all assisting committee members.
In Meadville on Friday a 12 year old boy Dennis Otto Tessdale died after drowning in a neighbor's pool iced over in late morning. The body was recovered from the pool by two rescue workers after over 30 minutes of resuscitation attempts. Coroner Dr Authey Jing ruled the death accidental. Nearby Melvin Roundabush was found dead in a cistern in Elizabeth township near Pittsburgh.
A baby boy was born this morning at Cory hospital to Mr and Mrs Charles Messinger of Bear Lake R D 1. The birth was announced by the family and lists their residence. The name and further details were not provided in the brief notice.
Warren police investigate a garage break in at Carlson's Service Store on Park Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. Between 7 p m last night and early morning, the thieves entered through a broken front glass, stealing 15 tires and 18 tubes. A vehicle was used to remove the loot, with attempts to gain rear access failing.
Local leaders in Corry urge enlistments to sustain Company A of the guard unit. Officers plan meetings at the State Armory to discuss joining, with a November 27 deadline and a first report due Tuesday. Cooperation from employment firms and service clubs is sought to reach the target of about forty men from Corry.
Washington November 20 The War Food Administration announced it will release soon for civilian use parts of canned pineapple asparagus corn pumpkin spinach and figs held by carriers set aside for government purchase The released supplies will reach retail markets within a few weeks.
Safety Director Sherman Hickey proposed a postwar plan to council that would demolish seven fire houses and keep two, relocating three of the closed stations and replacing four officer houses with new bungalow style facilities to improve citywide fire protection.
Corry veteran recounts submarine duty on a World War II era patrol. He notes high morale and ample food aboard, while avoiding specifics on enemy sinkings. He says friends have fallen in service, and praises home front support despite strikes and global disruption.
Fragmentary OCR notes hint at a local feud involving Bear Kent and figures named Tuckey and Col. The garbled text references battles, retirements, duels, and family ties across a coast or town setting, with mentions of ships and a standing meet.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a neighborly scene with dogs and a planned event. It includes unclear names and dates, references a victory tally and a ship, and hints at a mindful act regarding dogs. The readable parts are insufficient for a clear single event or outcome.
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