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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1940
Page
1
WPA approves a $28,518 project for Hare Creek channel straightening as part of war era public works. The notice cites federal works program funding and local improvement plans with scheduling details and nearby updates from Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and state colleges.
The Works Progress Administration approved a plan to straighten and deepen the Hare Creek basin, at an estimated cost of 28,516. Mayor Frank E. Hepler was told by WPA officials from Erie that the city and WPA will meet Monday to finalize launch timing and details. The project aims to relieve sewer congestion after heavy rains, extending from the Warren county line to near Shady avenue, with federal funds covering about 22,295 of the cost and roughly 20,000 for labor.
Don MacKenzie 14 of Concord street and his brother L A MacKenzie 73 of Mayville were injured when the car driven by Don collided head on with a Grove City machine driven by George Sverre 44 between Westfield and Mayville. Both cars damaged. They were treated in Mayville by Dr Harold H Saxon and state police investigated.
A committee to act with the local draft board will be appointed this week, decided at last evening’s Kiwanis Club meeting at Hotel Corry. Following dinner, colored pictures by Crawford M. Woods and C. B. Wellaee were shown, and a social hour followed.
London reports say German warplanes launched a massive strike across England as hundreds of fighters engaged in a major air offensive. Observers saw fires along the coast opposite Dover while London and southeast England battled to repulse the raid with substantial German losses.
George H. Earle IV 23, son of Pennsylvania's former governor, is hospitalized in Bryn Mawr with head and neck lacerations after his car left the road and crashed into two speeders near Penn Valley.
Fire of undetermined origin badly damaged the Foster family home known as the Clara August house on Wood Street Sparta nburg. Corry and Sparta fire departments aided in saving the dwelling from complete destruction. Fire occurred during the family absence. investigators suspect kitchen rafted fire. Children Phyllis 12 Jack 8 Barry Jr 16 were at school. One firefighter suffered smoke inhalation but recovered. Loss appears substantial. insurance status not learned. Corry crews left Sparta before 2 pm.
Berlin dispatch reports the six points of a new German Japanese Italian pact signed today. It covers leadership of Europe and Asia, mutual support if attacked, establishment of technical commissions, and non touching existing Soviet relations. The pact takes effect immediately and lasts one year with possible renewal.
Tokyo reports indicate Japan views the United States as allied with Britain and China. Analysts say Roosevelt’s scrap metal export limits are aimed at Japan, with a full embargo likely after October 16. Japanese officials caution against discrimination in any move, while ambassador Grew is asked to relay views to Washington.
The Garden Rule Club will discuss and likely vote on installing parking meters in the business district at its September dinner meeting at the Community Church in Columbus next Monday evening. Representatives from meter firms will explain operation and show how devices improve parking in other towns. City Council members and municipal executives plan to attend and may approve installation if merchants back it. Harvest Sale progress and a free car award Saturday night will be reported, with future merchandising plans on the agenda. The outcome of the car giveaway remains uncertain though the current campaign has been notably successful, especially in collecting old decou nts. Anticipation is high for a large turnout due to lively dinners hosted by the Community Ladies Aid Society.
Harry G. Oswalt of Greensburg is named manager of the Greyhound Post House, just west of Greensburg on the Roosevelt highway. He will take over October 1st, succeeding Chester Krieger who moved to Erie. Oswalt also manages the American Legion home in Greensburg.
War Department sent four pages of air raid precaution suggestions to firms as they plan defense orders. The guidance outlines steps for safeguarding personnel and property, with emphasis on readiness and orderly emergency procedures.
Sept 12 in Honolulu the strongest U S defense outpost Oahu Island reports staple food supplies sufficient for 25,000 civilians for only 24 days.
Frank E. Westley, tax collector, sued the Corry School District for about 4600 for alleged but unpaid services. In a special session the Board of Education approved a settlement of 800 and the district also covers 31.90 in court costs. The agreement was reached after talks with Solicitor Walter H. Scott and Walter K. Peake.
Forty six survivors including schoolboys arrive in England after eight days adrift in a lifeboat from the City of Benares which sank 600 miles off the Atlantic coast. Rescue involved two British aircraft and a warship. Many evacuee children are still missing or presumed dead.
Return to standard time Sunday morning after daylight saving ends will shift railroad and bus timetables. Major centers will conduct business on standard time starting Monday. Rail lines adjust schedules across multiple routes and divisions, and Greyhound, West Ridge, and radio schedules will follow.
Pittsburgh, Sept. 27. A Pennsylvania railroad express train from New York to Pittsburgh derailed near Trafford after the locomotive and several cars jumped a switch. Engineer FF. Smith of Greensburg and fireman William S. McDonnell of Pittsburgh were killed. Four cars overturned, four more derailed, passengers unharmed. wreck left four cars upright.
Company A of the 112th Infantry hosted an Organization Day gathering at the Hotel Corry on Thursday evening. A large group of local business leaders and World War buddies attended to discuss world affairs and national defense, marking the Meuse Argonne offensive anniversary in which the 28th Division played a key role.
Germany, Italy and Japan sign a three nation pact pledging mutual aid if the United States enters the European War. Signed at the Berlin chancellery in a ceremony with Adolf Hitler presiding the treaty brands a new world order and signals a warning to America to stay out or face a wide war on two fronts. Observers note it locks in the Axis’ cooperation with Japan Britain and the United States watching closely as the Pacific and Atlantic theaters loom. Continued on page eight.
Harrisburg Sept. 27 Governor Janes and Dr Willem Mather Lewis announced plans to appoint 422 local three man draft boards. They will ask president judges county commissioners and county school superintendents to nominate men for approval by James Roosevelt. The effort aims for fair humane administration of conscription machinery.
London dispatch says British high command reportedly keeps the German invasion off indefinitely policy under review amid ongoing air raids on Berlin. Reports from authoritative military quarters claim the stance remains undecided while RAF attacks continue to target the German capital.
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