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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1940
Page
1
A chaotic page essay mix reports Senate granting broad government power to seize industries amid wartime strain. It notes stops at zero hour for Nazi invasion, plus London and Berlin air actions, U.S. defense moves, and local briefs on civil mobilization, radio schedules, and duck stamps arrival.
The passage presents a jumbled, partially readable critique of international affairs, mentioning Koln to Bauth LAmerten, a warlike tone toward Western Hemisphere powers, and references to Britain, the Cartel Bank, and disjointed comments on U.S. policy, trade, and propaganda. It references Washington and November as a milestone, with scattered mentions of Europe, South America, and commodities and prices in a declarative but incoherent style.
The U S Senate voted 33 to 27 to empower the government to take over industrial plants when needed to meet defense orders The House and Senate agreed to convene at 11 00 a m EST and move to enact a registration for all male citizens 21 through 36 The final move shifted to conference for a compromise on industrial provisions and a voluntary enlistment plan
New York dispatch reports Dr Chiles O F Bove an 82 year old American surgeon who spent 25 years in Paris says several unsuccessful attempts were made to invade Britain by German armed forces. A London military source told the Associated Press that absolutely no invasion attempt of any size or form had been made by the Nazi forces.
A Corry Scout dinner at the Greyhound Post House awarded certificates to those completing the Scout Leadership Training Course and announced officers for the coming year. Jack Taylor spoke on community defense while nominations were made for chairman J J Desmond and other posts. Wilford Pomeroy named assistant commissioner and Troop 1 changes noted. The board of review set for Wednesday at 7:30.
Philadelphia navy yard tightened restrictions after disclosure that for three months an outsider had gained admittance on another man's identification card. The yard is a key point in the accelerated national defense program and security was increased to prevent further unauthorized access.
Tickets go on sale Monday for the 1940-41 lyceum entertainment course at Senior High School. Stanley Anderson of the Senior High faculty oversees arrangements, with plans for a stronger program than last year. Anderson says campaigns are planned with student Monts assisting and public support expected. details appear on page eight.
Mayor Frank E Hepler will report to City Council at Monday evenings meeting on chief items of interest to municipalities from the annual convention of the League of Third Class Cities of Pennsylvania which closed at York Friday Hepler attended the sessions and league officers were named including Walter E Greenwood as president and George H Lysie As officers were listed the piece notes many city clerks mayors and officials from Harrisburg Bethlehem Erie Meadville and others as part of the league leadership and committees
Representative fares of the Dies committee urges Congress to outlaw the Communist party accusing it of perpetrating a gigantic fraud in circulating dominating petitions.
The M C A recreation rooms on First Avenue will open Monday September 1 for the 1940 42 Fall and Winter program. Secrtary B O Reneau presided at a meeting where Ivan Bennink was named to succeed Edward St Pierre as manager of the rooms. The advisory board reviewed the season program and noted the budget cannot yet balance. plans to raise funds were discussed.
George Bealing, former president of the Building Service Employees Union AFL, was found guilty on five counts of embezzling about $260,602.27 from union funds, with verdicts returned today in New York.
A resuscitator and resuscitation device were demonstrated and accepted at Corry hospital. The demo, staged for fire, ambulance, police, and hospital staff, showcased a portable unit funded by local donors and manufacturers. Safety Director Richard Rossbacker led the committee coordinating the event.
Reverend Perry F. Haines, pastor of the Corry Methodist church for eight years, is transferred to Reynoldsville, Pa., effective Sunday, September 22. His successor will be the Reynoldsville pastor Rev. B. A. Galbraith. Haines, a Bible student with a large local following, has been featured in annual Bible lesson programs.
The Highways Department advances relocation work on Sciota Road to bypass hazards along a curve near the Helota church north of Corry. Officials say the relocation will be completed this fall, enabling surfacing of the entire stretch in spring 1941, with county highway head Jay Sherman confirming project approval and steady progress amid rain and construction activity. Mrs Mary Alexander visits Erin with her husband, who is a Hamot patient.
Enthusiastic boosters organized a Willkie club in Corry with Ralph Carroll as president under the guidance of Joni G Diehl. Wendell Willkie supporters plan to mobilize independent voters for the Republican ticket through meetings at the Municipal building. Next Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. union city coordinator Max Rachel Clough will address members and organize committees for rallies and promotion.
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