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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1940
Page
1
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Headlines report Allied air and naval actions against the German sea blockade. Mentions weather restricting raids, political notes on credits and defense, and local weather and broadcast schedules amid war coverage. Includes brief notes on casualties in Southwest Texas floods and a plea for deer hunters’ caution.
Interstate Commerce Commission investigators link the September derailment east of Youngsville and Tryine to the crew's mistaken belief they were on the main track. Two trainmen died, the fireman and flagman survived, and signals failed to prevent the derailment at the west end of the siding.
Conscripts from Pittsburgh Philadelphia and Armstrong Beaver Butler Clarion Erie Crawford counties arrive for federal service. The Pennsylvania allotment of 770 men nears the halfway point as induction proceeds amid public ceremonies and family farewells.
London reports the RAF bombed Kiel Wilhelmshaven and Bremen Demo sea base amid the blockade fight. Greek forces push into Albania a month into the Balkan war while Italian troops counterattack but are repulsed. Pogradets falls as Greeks advance near Argirocastro.
Five Pennsylvania youths claiming conscientious objector status were indicted by a federal grand jury in Philadelphia for failing to register for selective military training. The indictments were returned before Federal Judge George A Waist. They face possible prison terms and fines, with details of ages and numbers not fully clear from the incomplete text.
Admiral Kichisaburo Nomura said there is no issue between Japan and the United States that cannot be solved without war and planned to assume his post as ambassador to Washington next month. He warned civilization would suffer if the U.S. enters a conflict in Europe or the Pacific and stressed preventing the worst stage.
Washington reports reveal the Norden bombsight behind the nation s top secret program. The inventor known as Mr X is protected to keep his life safe, while details of the designer s identity and the manufacturing plant remain undisclosed. General Marshall calls the device a secret military asset not to be used in the current bombers sent to Britain.
Nassau Bahamas reports wartime travel restrictions outside the British empire may delay the Duke and Duchess of Windsor’s plans for a United States visit for several months. The couple had discussed reuniting in their American born duchess homeland, but no opportunity now presents itself.
Six Sprovers family in Corry with six sons registered for the draft as local readers report. The article notes prior similar cases and mentions a possible link to the broader defense program and selective service context.
City churches plan Thanksgiving services with union observances Wednesday evening at 7 45 at United Brethren aboard Christchurch. Bishop Ward to lead morning service at 10 30 at Emmanuel Episcopal with communion. First Church of Christ Scientist holds 10 30 service Thursday morning. Masses at St Thomas and St Elizabeth's include prayers for peace.
President Roosevelt nominates Admiral William D. Leahy retired to succeed William Bullitt as ambassador to Vichy France. Leahy, former chief of naval operations and Puerto Rico governor, would take over after Bullitt resigned earlier.
Planes droned overhead as tugs worked near Haifa harbor after the 4 885 ton Patria capsized. About 1771 Jewish refugees were aboard, many swam ashore, but authorities fear a death toll. refugees had been placed aboard for illegal voyage to a British colony during the war.
Weather observers warn of snow or freezing rain in sections today with dangerous driving conditions. Cold snap eases tomorrow with warmer temperatures and light rain as the system moves northeast, after subfreezing today. Fort Wayne to Philadelphia report frigid start with 25 degrees and Harrisburg at 84 degrees.
Secretary of Labor Perkins urged labor to uphold defense contracts and avoid production delays amid wage differences and potential subversive influence. She spoke at the American Federation of Labor convention in New Orleans, warning against strikes and emphasizing unity in the defense program.
State Fish Hatchery near the Roosevelt Highway is expanding its pond system in a major WPA project begun last year. When completed by spring 1941 the holding ponds will widen capacity and enable future growth, with large winter storage ponds and a race pond for black bass spawning. Superintendent A G Fuller notes progress and plans, with continued work expected through spring or summer.
In Harrisburg Democratic State Chairman Meredith Meyers says several party figures are under consideration for vacant House posts including chief clerk secretary and director roles. Governor James plans to push for legislative cooperation after the November election with a House majority of 126 19 42. The announcement notes only about five of the many names will be chosen with others left unsatisfied. Republic Steel declares first stock dividend in ten years four cents a share payable December 27 to record holders December 10.
Philadelphia attorney Glenn Mead transfers a twenty acre tract known as Collin Woody to the city for a future park. The gift, along West Wayne Street and Bear Creek, Wild along a lumber mill area, is viewed as a major civic project with cooperation from Mayor Hepler and City Council.
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