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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1943
Page
1
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A compact recap of notable federal developments this year, outlining policy shifts and key decisions affecting governance. Highlights include leadership changes, budget impacts, and regulatory actions shaping national priorities and public outcomes.
Washington reports a growing view among top officials to reject a universal world police force after the war. A proposed counterplan envisions the United States Britain Russia and China maintaining land sea and air forces to deter aggression, backed by Hull’s foreign policy stance that peace rests on willingness to use force if needed.
Dell Davids aged 72 was crushed beneath a porch on Route 1 Smiley Road Amity township while moving a cottage. He died from a broken back after being pinned under the structure as the stilts collapsed. Survived by wife Gertrude Davids daughters Men Martin Gregory sons Paul Parry Davids brother Jay Davis. Funeral arrangements directed by Artur Crowe Tutority with no definite service time set.
Reuters reports unconfirmed word of a mutiny aboard the Tirpte Scharnhorst and Sueteow as they anchor at Alten fjord in northern Norway following Italian fleet actions. Norwegian sources say these vessels plus Admiral Scheer took part in a raid on Spitabergen earlier this month, detailing ship types and tonnage.
Sen Taft proposes a substitute to the Wheeler bill to direct Selective Service to draft only men with children under 30 while delaying induction of pre Pearl Harbor fathers. He says the plan could start drafting fathers on Friday but limits selections to younger married men, arguing older men over 30 have shared responsibilities.
London dispatch reports the third anniversary of the Tripartite Pact observed by Germany and Japan. Both nations show calm over Italy’s capitulation and warn satellites not to emulate Italy. Voelkischer Beobachter cautions small states against breaking alliance. Japan and Germany insist Italy gained little and retains defeatist stance while recognizing remnants of Mussolini regime.
Corry's canvass for the Third War Loan moved toward the 8000000 mark with 702142 reported by headquarters led by Walter J. Scott. A $19000 purchase by Tul Indicator Co and a sizable Erie lift boosted the day, while Rotary Club sponsors push for stronger small-bond buys and payroll deductions through Aero Lodge 1508.
Greensburg Pa Sept 27 A tragedy marred McKeesport High School’s 12 0 football victory over Johnstown as a car carrying eight McKeesport supporters left the highway near Ligonier early yesterday killing George Beck Jr 16 and injuring others Five in Latrobe Hospital were Robert H Peterson 30 Bert Pavolich 21 and Robert Conners 19 Two others Frank Dujmic 18 and Joseph Gasparayo 17 were rushed to Memorial Hospital in Johnstown with possible skull punctures Two persons slightly dirt treated at McKeesport Hospital and discharged
A Fayette County jury of seven women and five men found three county officials guilty after a three hour deliberation on charges of altering defacing and substituting public records. John W. Rankin Arthur Higinbotham and Michael Garment face sentencing later set by Judge Dumbald. The case highlights local government accountability.
Corry responds fully to a blood bank appeal as Buffalo doctors and nurses gather at Emmanuel Church to donate. The Corry unit reports an adequate turnout and pledges for November, with officials noting strong community aid and plans for potential five hundred participants before Wednesday's close.
Washington reports that Edward R. Stettinius Jr. is named under secretary of state, with Harriman likely to be ambassador to Russia. The move signals a firmer diplomatic approach ahead of crucial talks with Britain and Russia, and aligns with broader reorganizations in foreign economic and relief agencies under Leo Crowley. Also noted: Lehman named special presidential assistant to coordinate United Nations relief and rehabilitation efforts, and a consolidation of key wartime economic offices. Treasury figures for September show receipts of 251,849,085.66 and total expenditures and balance details included.
A sudden heart attack yesterday ended the life of James P. Rossiter ten, former mayor of Erie and a long active figure in Eyre County Democratic circles. Rossiter was widely known for his years of public service and party activity.
The article recounts the long career of a prominent Erie figure, Rossiter, who served as mayor, was a delegate to the 1932 Democratic convention supporting Alfred E. Smith, and held roles as general counsel for the Pennsylvania State Authority and chief counsel for the OPA in Erie. He studied at Pennsylvania State College and Georgetown University Law School.
Nazi forces fall back along a 750 mile front as Kyiv and many Dnieper cities show heavy resistance. Reports say more than 5,000 enemy troops killed in a single day amid the ongoing offensive surrounding Kyiv and surrounding regions.
Associated Press dispatch describes Red Army units driving toward the Dnieper as German forces retreat along a smoking front south and west of Smolensk and Kiev. It notes Soviet claims of advances near Dnepropetrovsk and Zaporozhye, German withdrawals, and the destruction of the Dnieper hydroelectric plant amid ongoing battles and river crossings.
A multi item bulletin reports fighting near Finkel Hater and Allied forces at their doorstep while American lawmakers vote against renewing the renegotiation law for excess profits and consider new revenue measures by January 1. London reports a sharp crash in the English Channel as British torpedo boats attack a German convoy with several ships damaged.
Coroner's jury opens inquiry into Labor Day Pennsylvania Railroad disaster that killed 80 people aboard the Congressional Limited. Three hundred German prisoners of war were aboard the train and two German guards were among those injured as the wreck halted near Charlottesville and racetrack area.
British Eighth Army continues swift advance up the Adriatic coast. Fifth Army captures Cassano in driving flank. Swarms of German positions are pummeled as British naval units join the assault on coastal defenses.
Allied air force units launched a sweeping raid as Flying Fortresses crossed the North Sea to strike the German ship center at Emden. American forces pressed German withdrawals around Naples and Cassino as Allied troops moved along the Italian front toward Salerno and Avellino, while British forces advanced along the Adriatic coast.
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