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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1939
Page
1
The Babson business index shows output up 22 percent from the year before with activity across machinery, railroads, shipyards, power plants, and mills surging. The 1937 chart notes a jump from 97 degrees to 113 degrees, signaling intense expansion across industries and regions.
Fragmentary report notes faster assembly lines boost output and new car sales improving. Mentions 12,000 cars and a peak around 46 presun with brenies si records and motor industry momentum.Directed by wind and timing, the piece highlights production speed and market demand.
With election day about two weeks away voters show little interest in polling as the major county races loom. Republican and Young Republican activity increases while the key contest centers on the judge race pitting Democrat William J Carey against Republican Elmer J Evans, along with municipal contests featuring Charles Barker and Norbert Fuegentlds.
A committee led by Lester J Opus and Willard Cox arranged a Made in Corry Exposition in Corry with five local manufacturers already signaling participation. The event, under the M C A, aims for November 30 to December 2 with booths and a stage show plus prizes. The advisory board, chaired by D A Hillstrom, expects daily decisions on final dates within days.
Committees at work on Halloween plans for the Corry area announce a citywide parade sponsored by the Leaders Council with the Corry High School band. Prizes for costumes, theatre tickets, and awards will be offered. Several local students and officials will serve as judges and organizers for the event.
United States Senator Bennett Champ Clark urged over 1500 teachers in southwestern Pennsylvania to oppose any repeal of the embargo. He said the United States should act within reason but oppose removing the arms embargo, arguing it risks involvement in European affairs and war.
Bulletin reports Swiss police and French saboteurs in Basle as a bridge and dam on the Huntigen canal were blown up. Authorities say the action aimed to hinder patrols and transport. Warnings echoed along England's northeast coast with all clear signals given after a tense 24 minutes.
Regional trade reports say freight shipments in central Pennsylvania areas are booming as demand rises for grain storage and related services. Officials credit rising agricultural activity and rising transport needs, indicating a period of prosperity for carriers and shippers.
Swedish steamship Gusti Adolf torpedoed today near the Shetland Islands. The crew of ten was saved by the Norwegian steamer Binay.
Police found a car owned by Helitan Moon at 800 Delaware Street overturned in a ditch west of Union Street around 4 40 am. Four wheels and right side were damaged. The occupants crawled from a window and were gone when Patrolman Ross Mead arrived. Driver believed to have lost control.
Washington Oct 2 The administration held firm against new neutrality changes as Senate debate on arms embargo repeal nears end. Leaders expect a final vote late next week with both sides predicting passage. President Hoover urged embargo on offensive weapons in a New York speech transmitted nationwide, arguing peace is essential to avoid dictatorship and economic disaster.
Andrew W. Chaltan of Wellbehouse Electric and Marine manufacturing Co reports improved business conditions in mid western tour. He states that solid business recovery is not tied to war orders.
Fragmentary text reports a prominent Philadelphia attorney and former court official involved in a defense against charges ofembezzlement. The notes mention Joan AlVigion of the state and a trial in Philadelhia, with references to allied parties and a closed building context.
A military expert argues no large offensive is likely on the Western Front this week. He notes French withdrawal was planned after building a stronger defensive line and that German advances aimed to carve territory before retreating. The front line remains tense with ongoing defensive activity.
Damon 19 of RD 1 Corry sustained a severe fall from about 12 feet in a barn accident yesterday morning. He remained semi conscious and was transported to Corry Hospital for treatment.
Elmer Cartiar Post No. B66 American Legion outlines Armistice Day dinner meeting to be held Friday evening November 10 at the Legion Hall on North Genrir Street. Stephen Brooks chairs the program with Leon Brown heading the dinner committee. Henry Brown of Mendville may address the group as western vice commander. No further details were released regarding the observance announced weeks ago by Lt A W Thompson Pont No 28 Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Pius XII instructed Monsignor Orveniga to present a papal protest to the German government over alleged mistreatment of Catholics in occupied Poland. The papal note, compiled from Polish church reports, seeks authoritative action and outlines specific changes demanded.
Oct 21 Shanghai reports warlike measures as police backed by tanks and machine guns guard the city border areas. Britons reinforce barricades while authorities consider asking U S Marines for protection of American lives and property amid terror linked to Japanese influence in the Tatao region.
Corry students under Mrs. Carlton Chaffee participated in a district chorus offering at Strong Vincent High School in Erie. Twenty two schools were represented in the splendid concert program, enjoyed by a large crowd from the city.
Prank White, 72, Smethport resident, was struck by an automobile on the road near Smethport and died an hour and a half later at Bradford hospital. The driver fled the scene but was later identified and questioned by police.
News by Job Morris reports growing Allied and Soviet pressure on Turkey as Germany and Russia seek leverage in a new eastern Mediterranean alignment. Hitler after talks with envoys in Rome Moscow and Ankara plans a personal conference with Mussolini to solidify a Russo Turkish pact while Finland seeks Soviet protection amid shifting alliances.
A representative from the Veterans Administration will hear complaints and provide information or consultation in Pittsburgh on October 24. The official will be at Hin Amurleu Eagon on North Banter Street in the afternoon to meet residents with inquiries or appeals regarding veterans matters.
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