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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1942
Page
3
A Corry Evening Journal column denounces Nazi persecution and German aggression, arguing Americans must support the war effort. It critiques Teutonic dominance, calls for overhauling fuel use, and stresses the need to reclaim world resources to secure freedom and civilization.
Factographs describe Dakota meaning alliance of friends and roots in Broux Oda and Tofon cola. It notes forty tons of breakfast bacon eaten on Canadian National rail dining cars in 1941. The moonstone is viewed as a sacred stone of Tidia and linked to good fortune.
A 1922 snapshot recalls local business moves at Husbecure corner First Avenue and Pleasant, with Hasbrouck Building now housing Malone meat market and others. Mrs Whit Uetley’s death occurred at Hempt hospital after a brief illness. A group of eight Pennsylvanians linked to American radia of Americans and health battles is noted. A Corry man’s schooner Elizabeth Howard, named for his mother, may race Canada and America. Sidewalks expansion cited by Street Commissioner Vogt and City Streets Superintendent Rogers to curb hazardous paths.
A classified page style quiz asks seven questions on topics from the Munich settlement of 1938 to World War II combat units to geography and literature. Questions cover Sudetenland, British and American units, Solomon Islands names, Chinese pilot training, Bible prophecies, University of Virginia location, prewar cereal trade, magnetism, chess terms, and a film adaptation from a WWII novel.
Belching results from swallowing air a nervous habit for some people. Eructation is the medical term. Overeating anxiety or palsy can cause flatulence. Treatment follows after diagnosing the case.
A Finnish separate peace would deal a severe blow to Germany as it uses Finnish bases for attacks on British and American convoys to northern Russia. The question remains whether Finns could eject German troops along the 200 mile frontier, with Russian communiques noting German presence on the Finnish front.
Harrisburg dispatch reports Governor James enters gubernatorial campaign defense amid attacks by Auditor General Clair Ross. Ross vows no leniency in criticism of the administration while GOP chair Harvey Taylor calls a tax cut pledge a hoax. The dispute centers on war effort cooperation and public trust amid political sparring.
Three Pennsylvania Industrial School prisoners were sentenced 3.5 to 7 years in Western Penitentiary after pleading guilty to stabbing fellow inmate Louis Huber 17 times on July 25. The attackers were Joseph Majewski Jamie Chucci and Joseph Oklato, all from Pennsylvania cities.
Logan of Warren, Pa., was elected president of the National Petroleum Association at its 40th convention in Pittsburgh. Walter Reitz of Oil City became executive vice president, J B Pisher of Bradford first vice president, J S Zehring of Oil Guy second vice president, Herbert G Eaton of Warren re elected secretary, and J G Hunter of Emington treasurer.
Sept 21 reports from Fayette county authorities indicate a severe storm caused unestimated property damage. An alarm set off roof collapses including the American Legion home, with multiple store windows broken in the surrounding area yesterday.
A partial, garbled excerpt discusses Chinese measures and lengths of objects. The text mentions smiles of linear measure and tools like a carpenter's toot, with references to engines and varying lengths, but the meaning is unclear.
Evangelist Janet Smith arrives Tuesday to lead revival services at night in Ewer Street Chapel. Smith, a noted youth worker and persuasive speaker, brings a strong record with young people. Sponsored by the Young People's Society, the event invites broad community attendance.
A Erie criminal jury convicted Dan House Fatima House Minnie Jones and Ruth Saunders on 14 counts of morals offenses. Convictions stem from a long police drive against vice networks led by District Attorney Burton Laub and officers including Charles Barber and George Christoph. The trial followed a months long investigation into illegal activities tied to a city building used for immoral purposes. Another note mentions an unrelated meteor figure.
Auction notices describe a public sale featuring a herd of registered Jersey cattle plus farm machinery and hay tools from multiple farms in Corry and surrounding townships. The sale lists numerous lots including milking cows with butterfat tests, champions from Glenwood and Campbell Clearsview, and equipment such as tractors, plows, wagons, hay tools, and household items. Also announced are a second sale of household items in Corry on September 23 1982 and miscellaneous notices on estate administration and a card of thanks.
A sensational report claims the brutal slaying has been solved. Police identify a suspect, a 85 year old divorcee, after an investigation led by United Investigation and Richarn Lyniels. The incident details and timing remain framed by the press release from the Media Assoc.
British forces push toward Tananarive advancing from the northwest and east with British columns moving through surrounding areas. Reports describe activity near the capital and on nearby Mauritius Island as the campaign continues in the region.
The Corry band and affiliated clubs joined the Sparta Community Parade on Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Howard Claihae and Raleigh Van Tassel led the procession, winning first and second prizes for the riding club. The 42 fair drew large crowds over two days and was hailed as a standout event in Sparta’s history.
The Oil Creek Baptist Association held its annual session in Bradford with Rev. H. A. Young of Kane named moderator. Neil Donovan of Erie was elected vice moderator, with Whyhe H. Branch of Erie Kitchell of Chicago and Paul B. Lyon of Bradford elected as officers. Mrs. Wayne Branch reelected secretary and A. H. Cody of Bradford treasurer. The 1949 gathering is planned for Union City.
Market notes from Pittsburgh and Buffalo dated Sept 11 show stable demand for produce with moderate activity. Apples and potatoes hold steady with varied regional quotes. Northwest and New York entries appear mixed. Buffalo livestock prices edge higher for hogs and cattle despite broader weak tone in stocks. calves and young cattle bring steady to higher bids while cows and bulls trade softly.
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