25 Sep 1943
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1943
Page
1
A damaged OCR extract references home ascribers and names such as Roy and Y imilted with unclear context. The readable text hints at a listing or notice but no coherent event or action is evident.
War news notes Smolensk region retreat as Roslav captured while U S forces push deeper into Italy in a broader war theater report. A large aero bond lift and factory plant drives boost Third War Loan Drive to reach a near million dollar target with strong plant participation and veteran appeals at multiple sites. Aero Supply purchases of $300000 and an overall bond drive surge reflect solid civilian support as workers hear from wounded veteran Pvt Fierst about frontline sacrifices.
The trial of Titusville resident Hogan for the murder of Herold Mar concluded with the case sent to a Crawford county jury at Meadville Court. At 10 55 AM the jury began deliberations amid no clear early verdict by noon. Mrs Marvin testified she did not pull the trigger, saying the pistol fired when Muir handed it after loading.
Burton Pins, year-old son of Mr and Mrs Delbert Pless of White Street, was admitted to Corry hospital yesterday afternoon after swallowing kerosene oil at home. He awakened with humanity described as good after treatment and was discharged last evening.
AP reported Tokyo claims Japan sank Allied cruisers two destroyers and a transport during Al Hell landing with no confirmation. NBC’s Don Hollenbeck cited reliable sources that Giraud and De Gaulle quarreled over Corsican campaign with De Gaulle saying you stole to Corsica. President Murray asked Congress for a $120 monthly allowance for families of service members with wives and two children. Switzerland announced 20 000 refugees from Nazi dominated Mal y arrived while immigration bars would be tightened.
A crash on Route 97 about three miles east of Waterford at 6:40 last night left one person injured. Walter Burrows of Elgin drove a Chevrolet pickup into the rear of Mrs. Helen Sigworth's sedan from LitKingville Clarion County, injuring passenger Leon Slicker of Tionesta who sustained neck injuries and a head cut. State police said charges will be filed against Burrows for tailgating.
Washington dispatch reports Ambassador Standley planned talks with Secretary Hull on Soviet Russia postwar aims. Senate, delaying policy until Russia and Britain reveal goals, weighs anti administrationist distrust of Stalin and calls for clearer postwar plans. House and Senate adjourned awaiting further guidance.
The State Milk Control Commission announced a three cent rise in milk prices to 17 cents per quart for the northwest region including Corry with other areas affected pending OPA approval. Governor Martin was asked to suspend further advances until investigations and price controls are clarified. Community leaders urged delaying price increases until the state and federal agencies finalize plans. Subside proposals in Washington for direct subsidies to producers may offset dairy feed costs, potentially shifting consumer price dynamics.
Three people were injured when a car crashed near Hatch Street and collapsed a signboard. Russell Glenn, 18, drove the vehicle west on Smvntly Street failing to negotiate a curve, with Mrs. Virginia Brown and Everett Phillips aboard. They were taken to Cory Hospital with various injuries. The wreck occurred about 2:30 am and the car was towed to Thomas Garage. London reports Lord Beaverbrook rejoined Churchill’s cabinet after an absence of 20 months, taking on duties at the war and postwar planning level in the Privy Council office.
Sept 25 report shows Australian forces testing the Finschhafen airfield against Japanese fire. Troops advancing six miles north of Finschhafen, now within three quarters of a mile of the town, potentially expanding Allied control along the New Guinea coast. Air missions hit Gasmiata, Beaufforts, and Kimbe Bay targets as long lance fighters moved into the area.
Fourteen miners died and nine were injured in a collapse at the Moffett Schrader coal mine in Forestville 1200 feet underground. Rescue efforts halted as deadly gas spread, with 10 bodies recovered and seven still underground. victims hailed from Minersville and Forrestville.
Western Pennsylvania coal dealers announce a priority delivery plan for homes without coal. Orphans and families new to the area will be cared for under a pooling system, ensuring first deliveries to those in need as part of a coordinated effort.
Stoukaolm reports in Svenska Dagblader that a major ground operation against German forces is under way with 10,000 troops commanded by Al Hed. Dispatches claim Yugoslav guerrillas still hold key zones in Bosnia Serbia Montenegro Dalmatia and the Adriatic coast as Berlin mobilizes to regain control.
John A McLaughlin longtime Corry postal worker reaches retirement age after more than thirty-one years of service. He began as a substitute in 1912 advanced to carrier in 1916 delivering parcel post by cart, horse, and later motor truck, serving Rosie Street and Ward One before plans for a quiet retirement.
The Erie man William McCausland seeks a new trial after a death sentence for the Knoll slaying. His attorney argues the jury lacked basis for first degree murder and that trial judge J Orin Waite erred in instructions. The case is among fall session arguments in Pittsburgh.
Striking employees of the Pacific Electric Railway will convene this evening to receive a Washington briefing from a local leader and discuss continuing freight and passenger service disruption on the interurban system. Brotherhood official Don H. Rhétts indicates William F Nutter, involved in federal talks, is expected to arrive by plane to address the gathering.
War bulletin cites rapid Soviet advance toward Kiev with 10 Reds expected to fall momentarily. German forces claim strong resistance in the Smolensk theater as they push into White Russia and the Baltic States. British forces meanwhile press in along the sold routes, with mounting efforts toward Mare Saleeno.
Allied war bulletin reports heavy losses for German air fleets around Corsica as Soviet advances push toward Smolensk and Kiev. Red Army momentum grows as Stalingrad’s aftermath reshapes front lines and Germany loses key positions in western Russia.
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