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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1939
Page
1
Roger Babson reports from Shanghai on the China crisis noting Japan's military aims and China's mass evacuation. He blames Western inaction, describes massive internal migration, factory wreckage, and Chinese resilience. He foresees a Japanese military victory and warns of a fragmented eventual China.
Babson weighs how the Chinese incident could aid Orient- Shek and whether China will be captured or overthrown. Any outcome spells long conflict with Japan absorbing or dominating China until peace returns. China may rebound spiritually due to American missionaries, while Japan tightens censorship and drains bank business as Chinese elites flee inland or abroad. Contd on Page Two.
Lieut Archie W Thompson Post 204 Veterans of Foreign Wars planned Armistice Day events in Corry last night. A committee led by Comrade Walter Kittleberger will contact other veteran groups for a citywide program. The post voted to drape its charter for 30 days in tribute to Ralph Ivan Reynolds, who died recently, with resolutions to his family.
London reports say Hitler's final peace offer faces rejection by the Allies and may widen gaps with Mussolini. Ciano proposed a five power conference and a Polish state with guarantees, but Ribbentrop rejected the plan. Chamberlain expected to reply in Commons soon.
The European War shows both diplomatic maneuvering and battlefield activity. German reports claim Liege was captured as French losses and air battles unfold on the Western Front. British and American signals hint at shifting naval threats and possible U S entry considerations amid persistent gear and troop movements.
Attorney General Claude T. Reno to confer with the district attorney on prosecuting State Police Corporal Benjamin Franklin in the fatal shooting of 14 year old Joan Stevens. Reno intervened after defense motions blocked an immediate trial and venue change petitions delayed proceedings beyond 90 days. Ruby Paces Trial New York leader We te Hunn to stand trial October 8 on charges of stealing funds from the German American Fund.
Convict Slippery Rock Teachers' College Officials fear sabotage aboard the battleship USS Arizona near San Pedro California after reports of a planned damage plot. Sailors were recalled from shore as authorities declined to comment on the case. The flagship of Admiral Russell Wilson’s battleship division faced intensified security amid the alleged threat.
Corry resident Bentley, a former postmaster and well known local citizen, was named a trustee of the Pennsylvania Industrial School at Huntingdon. Governor James authorized action to replace resigning members for a full board quorum. The board will consider parole applications at its October 10 meeting. four seats remain unnamed.
In Pittsburgh on October 7 Emidat Wetr, president of the American Tro and Stool Tristituls, delivered a radio address urging restoration of a sound profit system. He criticized recent government policies and called for a shift to bolster national economic stability and prosperity.
Thomas McBride Cochran, a 29 year old claiming talent scout, was sentenced to die in the electric chair for the murder of Ruth Frances Dunn, a Mimi High School student lured from home with false stage fame promises. The execution date will be set by Governor Fred P. Gosnell.
In Helsinki on October 7 official word said Soviet inquiry explored whether Finland would send a representative to discuss problems in Moscow. Foreign Minister Erkko noted Russia seeks talks to address various POLITICAL issues. A separate item reports a two month old baby, Rayma Arthur, found dead after being awakened in Bhargn on October 5.
Capt Houghton may attend the National Guard Association of Pennsylvania convention in Washington on Friday and Saturday with over 200 reservations already. Major General George Marshall and Governor Arthur H. James among principal speakers with a reception and military ball planned. Colonel John Aikei predicted 350 to 400 officers would attend from about 13,000 statewide members. Weather: cloudy tonight, partly cloudy tomorrow, warmer with showers.
Butler, Pa October 7 two Slippery Rock State Teachers College officials were convicted of misfeasance and nonfeasance but acquitted on conspiracy and malfeasance charges. President Charles S. Muller and bursar David V. Ketterer were found guilty on misfeasance and nonfeasance after a trial that began September 27. Sentencing date not yet set.
Senate chairman Pittman said Roosevelt could help broker peace only if both warring sides welcomed a spirit of adjustment and international diplomacy allowed it. Nazi sources in Berlin echoed Hitler seeking Roosevelt mediation for a peace proposal, tied to an international conference and an armistice.
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