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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1940
Page
1
A condensed news brief covers plans to register for the October 16 draft and broader war updates in Berlin, London, and Washington. Uproar over weather and air raids, plus Congress moving to clear its calendar for a new defense bill, are noted alongside state politics, local registrations, and upcoming broadcasts and sports.
Erie officials say males aged 21 to 95 must register under the 1940 Selective Training and Service Act. Registration is set for Wednesday October 16, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at all city voting places. Enrollees must provide full personal data and employment details. Draft boards for Erie County will be announced later today and Mayor Hepler may represent Corry on the local board.
Erie county showed one of the smallest population gains in the state between 1930 and 1940, with a rise of 2148 people or 1.2 percent. Cameron and Fulton also had small gains, Crawford rose 554 people or 1.34 percent, while Elk 802, Forest 612, McKean 1216, Venango 600, and Warren 1416 posted 2.4, 1.1, 2.2, 6.7, and 3.4 percent increases respectively.
Washington reports the Red Army recruited over 45,000 volunteers in September, smashing both peace and wartime records. The prior high was 39,989 set in May 1817, marking the tenth month after the country entered World War I.
London reports German aircraft relays hammering a southeast coast town near the Thames. British losses tied to a broader air war, with shelling on the Strait of Dover and a first raid on London since dawn.
Brennero Italy October 4 The Rome Berlin axis directors Mussolini and Hitler held a war council amid secrecy to discuss strategy and potential extensions of their plans. Virginio Gayda reported leaders remain confident of victory and signaled further actions affecting United States and Allied positions. The conference drew entourages and a ceremonial display as Mussolini and Hitler greeted each other before talks continued with allied officials.
Corry Hospital will observe Donation Week from October 7 to 12 with Ladies Auxiliary members collecting produce, fruit, and other gifts for the institution. The weeklong effort expands to include home visits for donations and accepts staples, groceries, money, and direct hospital deliveries, with pickups in rural districts.
A capacity crowd attended the first Lyceum show of the 1940-41 season at Lyceum Omweepi Senior High School last evening. The Salvi-Preund Ensemble, famed nationally, delivered an instrumental and vocal program that impressed attendees. The group included Miss Pata Knight eplorstura so prano, Gladys Koptic muteist, Braid Mitterman cellist, and Victor Salvi harpist, with ties to the Chicago Give Orchestra and the Chicago City Opera. Highlights featured Bach, Debussy, and Wagner selections, plus Stardust and Mother Machree arranged pieces. During intermission S. E. Anderson awarded bouquets to the artists. The next Lyceum date is November 15th featuring Anderson's Circus.
Bucharest reports eighteen Rumanian battle planes conducted defensive reconnaissance over oil fields and Bucharest amid an investigation into alleged British sabotage plots. Roosevelt dismisses a Times Rome dispatch as mere newspaper rumor while joking about it aiding his candidacy. Philadelphia state commerce secretary Brown endorses a drive to promote Pennsylvania products.
In todays page 4 feature article the article answers common questions about the U S Army setup for national defense. It explains designation, captain and lieutenant colonel ranks, platoon command, and proper forms of address in the chain of command.
At McCray Community Hall the District 11-B of the Dairymen's League Cooper ative Association urged farmers to resist radical elements aiming to disrupt the market. Emory Grout reported sixteen new producers signed with the local unit, noting steadier milk returns than last year. The meeting warned against propaganda from Dairy Farmers' union allies and urged vigilance on developing conditions affecting marketing orders.
Robert D. Howles, 21, of Columbus, was arrested by Chief John D. Planigan and Patrolman Hurley Drake on a charge of public indecency after a noon arrest in his car on West Washington street. He pleaded guilty at a hearing before Alderman G. F. Gordon and was held on $1000 bond for the next county court term.
Miss Maynie Crowley of 276 West Predrete street died at Hamot hospital after a May yard accident caused a hip fracture and wrist injuries. She had long worked as a sales lady in Ohio and Wisconsin and is survived by a sister and several cousins. Funeral services are set for St Thomas church Monday at 9:30 am with burial in St Thomas cemetery.
Congress intensifies push to finish defense appropriation bill before adjournment. Senate, House expedite the 1.482 billion measure aimed at essential defense funding as leaders say session may wind down next week. Roosevelt’s signature awaited as bill heads to White House.
Republican nominee Willkie campaign stops highlight calls to end class divisions and restore unity to the nation. He criticizes Wagner Act administration as the true source of labor problems, urging economic renewal and a return to strong American unity amid a crowd of about 20 000 at the Pennsylvania state capitol.
Philadelphia reports Dr Adolph Rumreich head of the Pneumonia Control Division says Pennsylvania's program is the finest and most effective in the United States. He spoke at a pneumonia symposium during the Pennsylvania Medical Society convention. Atlanta dispatch notes Georgia Democrats for Willkie endorsed the Republican ticket and Democratic slate for the November election.
Detroit and Cincinnati were tied 1 to 1 after four innings in game three of the World Series. Tigers pitcher Tommy Bridges and Reds right-hander Jim Turner matched zeroes until late as Lombardi, Werber, and McCormick produced the only early scoring threats.
Buffalo Oct 4 The Curtiss-Wright Corp announced immediate construction of a large Warplane factory adjoining Buffalo airport. The plant costing about 18 million dollars will cover 1,200,000 square feet and is designed for mass production of military and naval aircraft as part of the national defense program.
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