04 Oct 1941
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1941
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text hints at a North page item mentioning a radio show or hosts with names like Julekt and Ahwaa linked to an Arctic 400. It references Lady Fr and Ey lea's Popular Radio in unclear context, suggesting a local broadcast note or listing with limited legible details.
The piece argues wartime constraints reshape American industry, stressing that small manufacturers and crafts people must adapt to defense needs. It cites risks of factory closures, rising unemployment, and reduced consumer purchasing power, urging rapid conversion to defense work via government clinics and subcontracting efforts. It highlights the need for pragmatic plans and calls on firms to seek near-term contracts and support.
Erie man Schutt AL facing sentencing after a Corry robbery tied to slot machines. Miles B. Eilts to preside as case noted bond forfeiture and failed appearance. Dietsch, key witness, later fined for perjury amid ongoing proceedings in Youngstown and Erie connections.
London officials said a planned exchange of wounded prisoners with Germany was delayed by a German demand to reclaim certain categories of prisoners. The inquiry did not name Rudolf Hess among those involved, stating the issue concerns categories rather than individuals, with ships carrying about 1800 wounded prisoners awaiting resolution.
Lawrence P. Anderson 28 of Coty R D 1 sustained serious head injuries after his car skidded on a slippery highway west of Union City and overturned striking a culvert. The other occupant, Slye of 310 West Pleasant Street, suffered facial and neck injuries but was later discharged. Anderson was moved from Union City to Corry Hospital with a possible skull fracture and initially listed as in fair condition before morning.
A 21 year old from Riceville died after a brief illness with a mysterious malady. Autopsy at Torrey funeral home in Spartansburg and brain samples sent to Hamot Hospital for examination to determine cause. Earlier diagnosis did not confirm polio. the death occurred about 7 PM Friday.
U S officials report they feel hungry after a month in England yet praise British resilience and need for all American food. Paul Appleby notes weight loss and that British diet lacks protein and fresh fruit, while Evans confirms a light food situation but no actual starvation.
The Department of Internal Affairs at Haysburg released a 1940 productive industries report showing Corry City wages and salaries rising from 1,456,600 to 2,988,600, with males earning 1,001,100 and females 96,?0, total employment at 1,141. The report notes increased production value and capital investment, and predicts further gains in 1940-41 as two Corry-made engines and motors lines expand.
Georgia highway patrol and investigators pursue two long-term gunmen named Turner and S J Scar borough after they abducted highway inspector Paul Adimou and guard Well Buitenmeon. The fugitives, armed with dynamite and submachine guns, escaped with 43 convicts from a wagon near Hamilton. A woman accompanying them carried a rifle. authorities report a short wave radio and weapons cache found in the woods.
Carl Hanes 19 of St Marys was killed and his brother Cletus 20 seriously injured early today in a highway crash on Route 55 near DuBois. Two other St Marys youths with them were less seriously hurt when the auto struck an embankment and overturned while en route from St Marys to DuBois. The father was hospitalized with a severe neck injury.
Reports from French Indo China on October 4 describe Imperial Japanese forces staging large scale maneuvers as observers fear a looming clash in southern Asia. Details remain restricted but indicate troops tanks and transport involved in a full dress campaign. Diplomatic tensions rise with Thailand over potential peace terms and greater British American propaganda pressures in Malaya and Singapore.
World adventurer and self styled parachutist Hopkins, stranded on Devil's Tower in Wyoming, asked Sikorsky to send a vertical rising plane or helicopter. He spent a third night exposed atop the rock, awaiting rescue after a bet with Earl Brinkelsby.
Wy Assoniaged Press reports a torpedoed ship rescue. American and British crews recovered 35 to 40 crew members after a tanker attack in the South Atlantic. The ship’s captain, chief engineer, and several officers were among those saved.
A child died when a Pan American plane crashed near San Juan Puerto Rico on October. Rescue efforts retrieved the body and debris as 27 passengers and crew were aboard. The Navy reported parts of the aircraft wing and fuselage scattered near waters while authorities investigated the crash and recovery of victims.
A damaged wartime induction notice lists calls for 13 registrants to depart October 22. Officials say several registrants will undergo physical examinations and some deferments may be granted after review of marriages and other eligibility factors.
In a charged broadcast from New York on October 4, Charles Lindbergh censures the Roosevelt administration, warning that a government eroding freedom and governing by will of the people risks autocracy. He vows unity at the polls while condemning policies limiting speech and liberty. Berlin bans Lord Haw Haw, the radio figure once broadcasting against Britain and allies.
In Hazleton Pennsylvania John Lewis asserted control over a large United Mine Workers revolt affecting about 25 000 miners across anthracite fields. His appeal to end strikes and return to work followed a dues rise and increased assessments approved by a majority in the Reeletion District. District Seven insurgents called for removal of district leaders amid accusations of dictatorship.
Military briefing notes cite a drive toward the Donets with fifteen major threats identified as most serious. Moscow declares large scale counterattacks to relieve pressure upon Lenin grad and restore stability amid growing disorder reported in Norway.
German high command announced large scale operations to progress on the eastern front while Moscow dispatches reported recapture of a Baltic city and railway hub. Russian counters in Crimea and fighting near Leningrad were described with heavy casualties and Allied raids on Rotterdam, Antwerp, and Dunkerque noted alongside submarine sinkings and aerial strife over Britain.
Tyrone resident Mrs Whittlesey died at the family home on Church Street in the early afternoon after a brief illness. Her passing was expected after a recent decline, and funeral arrangements are being planned.
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