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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1942
Page
3
A century old page recounts a near death from an emery wheel accident as Elgin Tracey narrowly escapes while grinding knifes for a ten inch cutter. It also rails at Congress for war policy missteps and notes local incidents including a wagon collision, prize tournament prep, a birth, a murder case jury, and a wedding at St Thomas church.
A jumble of brief items covers coma basics, civic notes, and local characters. Highlights include mentions of Clifford Cateell, Justin Butters, and William Miller. references to Mead Park events, a Me adville park ceremony, and area teachers and attorneys. The column shares civic updates, social tidbits, and sports fragments from Meadville and surrounding areas.
Brim, Sept. 12. Lieutenant Theodore M W Wy Ira 23 of the Army Air Corps was killed when a training plane failed to recover from a spin during instruction with Aviation Cadet Tremyn G Kolls aboard. Kolls parachuted to safety. the plane crashed near Brim. The officer had ordered Kolls to bail out but could not save himself.
The Titusville pharmacist Pinkenstein, 87, was injured in a Friday automobile collision on Ol Oily-Reno highway near Brankliie Hospital. He was admitted for treatment. ongoing examination results and family updates await. Witnesses and police investigate the incident as local Navy and hospital staff provide initial reports.
In New Kensington, Philip Murray urges labor unity to prevent strikes in war work, arguing a new postwar world is possible with good will and cooperation. Archbishop Mooney warns Christians must endure no return to persecution, urging vigilance against forces of darkness.
A scrambled test asks seven questions about naval vessels, notable figures, military enlistment, and historical dates. It cites the Wasp as a vessel of one nation and queries Baruch Conant and Kart seven, asking about a three man board and other trivia.
Police Chief George H. Gordon reports a roundup of drivers who ignored prior notices. Warrants issued for violations include failing to stop at signs directions parking limits and running traffic signals. Court arraignment set with possible fines or imprisonment.
Aero Lodge 1508 of the International Association of Machinists schedules a special meeting for Monday September 14 at the Grand Theater. Gen Vice President Earl Melton will present an important message and discuss current issues. Members are urged to attend and bring their Dues Book. shift meetings follow at 1:00 PM for the day shift and 7:30 PM for others.
Erie council rapidly approved a bond settlement proposed by Attorney Sumn Romer to settle nearly $200 000 in lode sites and related claims. The measure envisages paying the entire amount and would reduce the city debt by about $29 400, with ongoing estimates indicating favorable financial impact.
Kane Pa September report shows health colony growth with 20 percent more visitors than last year. The Kane weekly club re-elected officers at the annual meeting: W H Searfoss of Lewisburg president, Mrs Jessie O'Donnell of Tarentium vice president, Mrs J C Sky of Baltimore secretary, Robert Paul of Shamokin treasurer.
Olean voters approve a 200000 bond by 300 to 170 to repair flood damage along the Allegany River and Olean Creek. The election saw limited turnout with a single machine used most of the day. A total of 483 votes were cast.
A garbled page fragment shows stray and found notices with rewards, ads for automobiles and auto parts, and shop names. Names include Howard Gates and A J Alkens Motor Sales. Addresses appear as Gould street and First Avenue.
Berlin vows swift action as war tensions escalate in the west. A German air force spokesman warns of retaliation against Allied targets, signaling intensified bombing. Mentioned are plans for training and mobilization within the US and allied forces, with references to women’s training programs.
A garbled OCR style prompt lists scattered items including references to the United States, rubber situation, Viet, Mabert Lee Ghommley, Gen. June Chistian Smuts, Army Alp Foyer, Drien meat of socuanils, a clown, and mentions the Duke and Duchess at Kent. The text is incoherent and incomplete.
Market report page notes slow demand for apples and potatoes with various regional prices. Livestock sector shows hogs slow with weaker bids, cattle mostly steady to lower, and sheep operations limited. Trading limited by holiday and light attendance. quotes include multiple regional lots and prices for meats, dairy and grains.
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