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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1943
Page
3
Corry Evening Journal of Corry Pennsylvania lists publication facts including address and staff roles with The Associated Press rights. It notes subscription rates of six dollars yearly and four dollars in advance, plus carrier and weekly prices, and advertising rate inquiries.
A column ponders who will rule Italy after World War II, noting the Savoy line’s decline and comparing royal houses to faded dynasties. It then evaluates the Spitzbergen raid, saying Nazi morale tactics faltered as German forces retreat, with the Arctic assault offering little strategic gain beyond propaganda value.
A fragmented critique argues for transparent cartels reform, open borders, and fewer secret agents. It cites Russia’s 1991 war costs and laments heavy war spending while urging open trade and peaceful production under palm shade.
A collage of local items includes transfer issues for the 8 percent property to the New Hotel Company nearing resolution, an arson inquiry led by Fire Chief Paulson into a Franklin Street garage fire, and the death of Edward Mungly at 367 West Washington Street after a long illness. Also noted are a city football meeting forming the Carre Athletic Club with Downey elected president, an injury to Jack Daniels on Washington school grounds, Charles Coons hospitalized after an auto crash, a marriage announced for Doris Ladd and Edwin McLean, and the death of Fred Mandeville at 54 from diabetes after three weeks in Ol City hospital.
A historic newspaper item outlines parts of a prescription and invites readers to Page Six for seven trivia questions. It asks about Senator George’s taxation committee, Emperor Halle Selassie, a two hull boat, Stephen Early's position, the Great Pyramid’s stone blocks, chopsuey origins, months with 30 days, California’s eastern bounds, AMGOT refuges in Sicily, and an Irish yachtsman who built five racing yachts for the America’s Cup bid.
Fragmented text claims bus drivers save gasoline, with a vague note on a six week period and five hours of movement. A remark says women are better spies than men, followed by a claim that state department officers say men reveal all under a mayor’s influence.
The provided OCR fragment contains fragmented monetary figures and disjointed phrases about costs and Russia, lacking coherent events, dates, or identifiable proper nouns to summarize into a credible news card.
Erie officials consider approving an ordinance to enroll municipal employees in a statewide pension plan. The plan offers pensions for 20 years of service, with eligibility at 60 by choice or 70 by mandate, prioritizing payments based on the prior five years earnings.
Jamestown, Sept 18. The 1943 crop season proves highly erratic in northern Chautauqua County says agricultural agent Roger W. Cramer. Beans, tomatoes and grapes are being harvested simultaneously due to a belated sowing season and late spring. Grapes unharvested and at about 68 percent of normal. county crop volume tied to 1940 census at 21,000 tons. Harvesting of tomatoes is just now gaining full swing after delays.
The will of Alton H. Appleby, Buffalo died Sept 3, valued at $5,000 plus, leaves his widow Mrs Liljian Osborne Appleby and daughter Mrs Louis Wolf, per Judge Lee Ottaway in surrogate court Jamestown. Appleby, 7, longtime manager of Ashville and Panama Telephone Co and Mayville Telephone Co, survived by his address 994 Pallmount Ave.
The column spans oddities from Pratik’s bold animal stunts to college figures and wartime bonds. It notes Italian Americans purchasing war bonds, Ed Irene Allen’s travels, and Mike Lits planning to sell a shoe shop after military service. Also covers Dell Darling’s dentist visit, trainer Loretta Houghtaling’s Bridgeport act, and local air cadet ambitions while a glider crash inquiry shadows officials.
Local items note Corry residents and alumni in military service with ranks including corporal and sergeant. Mentions include a state superintendent’s conference invite, reading specialist Tuttle visiting schools, and a jog from Wattsburg fire photo salvage. Also cites civilian moves, a new bus line for workers, and war bond activity in the area.
Arence P. Ball newly appointed sheriff of Chattarqua County faces a career backdrop that includes time as a guard on the Red Rider squad and a stint with local teams. The article notes past sports involvement and mentions local cultural works and community events, painting a portrait of the new lawman in a period newspaper tone.
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