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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1943
Page
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Roger Babson argues air line firms will expand postwar, as transport companies outperform manufacturing. He notes air carriers mix freight and passengers, with lean, modern facilities. Converting bomber aircraft to cargo and passenger use, plus tax advantages, could boost air lines while manufacturing slumps. Continued on Page Two.
Edwin J Paine is named acting manager of the War Manpower Commission Gerry office succeeding Bernard Williams who has led the unit for over two years Len J Carney Erie district supervisor says Williams will stay until Monday night to aid Paine before joining the armed forces Paine has ten years in the employment service and previously worked in Bel City and Cinsion offices as assistant to Williams
The Corry Rationing Board reports about 250 applications have been acted on while over a hundred were returned for improper completion. Officials say 5,000 to 6,000 potential applicants in the local district have not yet applied, though A-6 coupons expire November 6. Delays could occur as the closing rush for new rations approaches.
State police recovered stolen auto parts after arresting three youths from Belltown Rit district near Spartansburg. Charles Wolters Jat Wolters and Ewan Calellell reportedly confessed to garage lot thefts tied to a broader car-rig ring. Hearings set before Alderman Gordon. potential bindover or trial follows.
First Lieutenant Hugh Delury of Corry is reported missing since September 5 during the Salerno battle in Italy. He is believed to have jumped with paratroopers and may have been transported from England or Gallia. later reports place him among Americans released and serving in Italy.
New York administrator Blanford indicated the Corry district September net price to dairy producers may be slightly under the estimate. The local net price is expected to be announced today. Blanford said the September rate will be about 8.20, one cent below forecasts, but 12.4 percent above last year. He cited fluid milk sales and volume of milk from the New York area as reasons. The initial deliveries to Corry district dairy men will reflect about the same year over year change as the New York rate.
Allied dispatches from Moscow report Soviet forces planning a western advance toward the Crimea, seeking to trap up to 100000 German troops. Red Army operations include the investment of Zaporozhye and pushes along the Dnieper bend, with heavy casualties and equipment losses cited against German defenses.
An American airliner with six passengers and four crew is reported to have crashed near Centerville Tennessee. All aboard presumed dead according to Nashville district raffle manager CG Duncan. Wreckage sighted about three quarters of a mile from Tahway Route 100.
Allied air power pounds New Britain from Cape Hoskins to Cape Gloucester as MacArthur advances in New Guinea. The big raid at Rabaul sinks ships and destroys planes, while Cape Hoskins and Cape Gloucester facilities are reduced to rubble.
Anthony P. Sventek a 30 year old farmer of Route 4 well known in the community was found dead in the barn this morning having taken his own life. He suffered a chronic illness for years and was believed to have gone insane recently. He leaves a widow Mrs Mary Sventek and seven children plus a brother and sisters. The body was moved to the Breth-Realing mortuary with funeral arrangements to be announced Monday.
Nearly 25 000 miners in Alabama and Indiana quit work over a wage dispute as the War Labor Board urges a rapid settlement. John L Lewis and UMW leaders face government pressure while Ickes and military officials push for quick resolution before October 31.
Pottsville Pa Oct 16 the fance miners of Pennsylvania will cease operating If the Federal government says we are im Lip wrong Clyde MacHumer chair man of the executive committee of the Independent Miner Truckers and Breskerman's Association of Schuylkills Northumberland and Co rambie counties said today MacHamer's statement was made in behalf of the association In an swer to the Pennsylvania Anthrac ite Emergency Committee's ultima tum of yesterday which declared that trespassing oil ants and stealing coal will be banned after Nov 30 in the Same mianer the stealing is outlawed In any commu nalty The anthracite committee order shell operations involving the min ag of hard cox shut down under threat of prosecution
Corry announces a final war loan total of 1 413 401 dollars as the city faces wartime fundraising efforts. The report notes community involvement and civic leaders backing the campaign.
Repatriates aboard the Japanese ship Teia Maru are reported in good physical condition after months in occupation territory. American consulate officials described the men aboard the Joyariese of ehinge as fit during a brief visit, with a transfer to exchange expected today and potentially taking a week to complete.
The Blatt brothers delay a $100000 damage action as financial strain and civic concerns push back court proceedings. The case, originally tied to a theatre property dispute, involves owners and local officials and was postponed due to economic issues and ongoing civic debates. A petition by the prosecutor influences scheduling and potential next steps.
Maternity and recreation services report rising demand with 225 applications in Pennsylvania. Officials promise added support as the Department of Welfare coordinates eligibility terms and distribution. Washington officials are urged to review and respond to requests, with ongoing efforts to expand aid access.
Gen. H. H. Arnold, chief of Army Air Forces, said the loss of 60 Flying Fortresses and 593 crew members in the Schweinfurt raid was not an unduly high price for destroying Germany�s crucial ball and roller bearing plants. He noted the plants produced at least 50 percent of Europe�s hull bearings and 75 percent of those in Germany, vital for aircraft, submarines, tanks, torpedoes, and other rolling equipment.
Allied forces push through crumbling German lines in southern Italy up to six miles, seizing key defense towns northeast of Naples and advancing toward Rome. Fifth Army and British units report progress along the Volturno and Calore rivers, with bridges and road junctions secured and German resistance weakening. Operations extend toward Caserta, Caiazzo, and Amor formed by river valleys, while Axis troops retreat toward the Adriatic front.
A two day detour will be necessary on Route é at the West Smith street crossing of the Pennsylvania Rail road, starting Monday morning. George Stowe, local highway superintendent, said a complete new crossing will be constructed by the railroad company, likely taking two days. Crossings at North Gorry were recently completed, while further crossings and improvements in the city remain unclear. No agreement has been secured with the Pirie Railroad on First Avenues conditions which worsen weekly.
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