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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1941
Page
1
In Plews city Edgar H. Lameri rented property to saverai aber 11. The nine notice and fad relate to a pringeton degree of rave city re -t.
SUPT cites need for new school as influx from Federal Housing Project rises. Board speeds up plans to accommodate over a hundred new pupils. Junior High capacity strained. district seeks funds from the Federal Works Administration for a new Third Ward elementary school.
Teheran parliament approved the government’s agreement with Britain and Russia, expelling German Hungarian and Romanian legations and delivering Asian nationals to the Allies. Iran voiced slight reservations on lines beyond which German troops could be withdrawn, with those points still under discussion.
Philadelphia reports a 100-ton freighter The Arena Hirst of six foodships bought by the Irish Free State will sail soon for Ireland without protection. Captain Themes Freehill and a volunteer crew of 32 say they will cross singlehanded with no help. No war bonus or salary details clarified.
In Barcelona on September 4, Taylor declined to confirm or deny a rumor about armistice terms. He told reporters he is praying for peace and would not address potential alternatives or Roosevelt's stance. He prepares to depart for Rome to resume work on his voyage.
A C Sandburg, stepping down from City Council and not seeking re election, drew open support from the Republican city committee for the mayoral nomination to challenge Mayor Hepler. Reports say GOP workers at polls were asked to list Sandburg on the ticket.
Discovery of three white dwarf stars announced by Dr William Kuyten of the University of Minnesota at the American Astronomical Society meeting in Chicago. Two stars were found at Minnesota and verified by Cordoba Argentina, the third by Union Observatory in Johannesburg. Plates viewed at Harvard Station Bloemfontein, South Africa.
The British war office reported alleged German plans to seize Spitsbergen rich coal mines in the Arctic archipelago owned by Nazi-occupied Norway were thwarted. A Canadian British and Free Norwegian force conducted a full-dress operation, with civilians assisting unloadings ships and munitions. Some mines were put out of operation for the war, and Spitsbergen's radio stations were seized.
ERIE Pa Sept 9 J Boys Bert 46 an Insurance agent and bank trust officer by the defunct Second National Bank died last night from injuries after a car collision with a truck west of Erie He was passing a car when his vehicle struck a truck traveling east on Twelfth Street about 1500 feet west of Powell Avenue The truck overturned and his car left the road into a ditch on the south side
Berlin reports the loss of the 1400 ton artillery cadet ship Bremse after a brief, fierce engagement with British cruiser and two destroyers off northern waters. The vessel, on convoy duty to supply troops in the extreme north, was caught by surprise as visibility deteriorated.
Prime Minister Churchill told the House of Commons that Hitler could bring a new war to the Atlantic, urging greater American naval support. He warned Britain and the United States may face Atlantic contingencies as forces strengthen in the air and sea.
Tokyo announces three ships will be sent to Malaya the Near East and Africa and Europe to repatriate Japanese nationals. One vessel to Europe likely sails around Cape Horn carrying diplomatic replacements and government officials. Kaname Wakasugi recently returned to Tokyo to report.
Washington Sept 9 Senator Nye declared that four or five moving picture executives can influence a majority of theatergoers with propaganda. He and Senator Clark co authored a resolution for war propaganda investigation in film and radio. The Senate has not authorized an inquiry yet, but about 40 witnesses are summoned and a dress investigation is anticipated.
In Denver and across two states a heavy early snowstorm brought freezing temperatures and widespread disruption. Coal trucks were mobilized and heating firms sent crews to ignite burners as mountain passes in Wyoming faced closures before reopening.
A child under polio observation is reported by Dr. Kibler and Dr. Johst Kibler. The boy shows feverish symptoms and is isolated at home with 6 miles to reference. A second child remains in observation as medical teams await confirmatory tests.
Funeral services for Lana Delano Roosevelt, mother of the President, were held privately at Hyde Park. The President led the procession from the estate to St James Church for simple rites, with Rev Frank R Wilson reading prayers and passages. The service followed Episcopal burial customs in a somber, intimate setting.
German army remnants exceeding 100000 men reportedly retreat toward Smolensk in disorder as Red Army counteroffensive nears Moscow. Eight Nazi divisions were said cut to pieces, with Yvinius recapture marking a Soviet breakthrough. Leningrad reportedly harassed by Stukas as Berlin reports German advances stalled at the Neva.
Pennsylvania voters showed interest in the early polling hours of the 1941 primary. With only two statewide offices at stake, the spotlight centered on Philadelphia and Pittsburgh as factions battle for party control. Weather was a perfect September day with heavy rain easing before opening at 7 a.m. and polls closing at 8 p.m.
The Corry Band moved its booster game concert to Loveland Field's athletic park to boost attendance. It will start shortly after gates open to welcome early arrivals, offering added entertainment for promoters and fans.
Washington reports strong belief that President Roosevelt will outline a policy of forcing a response to Axis aggression. The Red Sea sinkings and a Greer attack sharpen the pace as officials weigh open sea clashes and potential US naval actions. The president postponed his address due to his mother's death.
Berlin commented on the sinking of the American freighter Seafarer. The area is described as a previously declared war zone with shooting near the Suez Canal. Axis planes are active in the region as Germany and Italy press to cut off British supply lines. Roosevelt’s Ethiopian events are noted as affecting the war area classification.
London report says nearly 100 RAF aircraft took part in a night raid on Kassel home to Henschel locomotive works. Most attackers reached the target. one unit reported missing, and members of a crew were killed in an accident.
Survivors of the Ampricadl merchant steamship Sty Seafares were landed on the Westwick coast of the Cult after rescue by a British warship. The ship sank on September 7 following bombing by a long-range German bomber, with about 20 crew lost. The incident followed the Red Sea sinking amid rising tensions as voices urged forceful action and potential arming of merchant vessels.
London dispatch reports three American Eagle squadron fliers missing in German occupied France. Names include Eugene Quimby Weil Tobin of Los Angeles G. Law of Lewisville Texas and Tam Nichols of See Cauryod. No details given on status or rescue efforts.
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