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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1944
Page
4
Corry Pennsylvania advertising rate details list pricing for mail and carrier delivery. Names The Associated Press representatives and office locations appear among the publication credits. Rates historically include six dollars yearly by mail and eight dollars with advance payment in restricted areas.
In Ohio voting law, ballots must be marked with a black lead pencil under state rules, prompting debate over acceptable marking methods. Reed Winegardiner urges a special session to allow various writing options including pen and ink or pencil types to reflect voter intent and ease counting at precincts.
With Europe unsettled, lawmakers in Vermont and the United States push a deep water project to connect the Great Lakes to the Atlantic. Senators say it will aid agriculture and industry, while studies say it will not delay current rail or port movements. Total cost around 421 million, funded by the United States and Canada, with Canada already investing 140 million.
A secret service agent warns against theft or forging of service men checks, noting they often cover essential meals for families. Wives should collect mail promptly, especially in apartments, check mailboxes with mailmen, and verify endorsers on checks to prevent fraud.
A fragment from a war correspondent account notes surprise at home knowledge of Allied efforts in Sicily. Quentin Reynolds in Camp Murphy and others recount that readers at home understand the progress and setbacks, contrasting with disbelief in some quarters. The piece hints at local reaction and confusion about where fighting is taking place.
Roosevelt and Dewey appear set for the closest presidential contest since 1876, with observers noting potential gains in key states. The discussion recalls past close races, including Wilson-Hughes in 1916 and Hayes-Tilden, highlighting electoral versus popular vote dynamics and the pivotal role of California and the Solid South.
Washington report analyzes rising campaign activity as voters show war-loaded apathy. Both parties worry President Roosevelt may face November voter lethargy, with Republicans pressing for aggressive touring and Democrats planning a broader political push despite war work demands.
A garbled transcript recalls civilians and soldiers reacting to war with confusion and disbelief. The speaker notes many believed there was no war and points to propaganda, homefront misconceptions, and the strain of loyalties as troops returned, questioning what people truly knew and felt.
A garbled OCR item lists trivia questions about Roman capital, office holders, and wartime information roles. It mentions Midway, Peer Harbor, War Information Office, and names like Peters B, with distorted phrases asking who held various official posts and how many days pass in a calendar context.
Fragmented text mentions the Bureau of Animal Industry and Agricultural Research foundation. References cattle poultry horses and ground purity. No clear event date or location.
Oil City Sept 27 Jacob V Toy 62 remains in Oil City Hospital after an explosion at a condensate well. He suffered severe burns to his face hands and body while attempting to lock a drill tool near a gas sand. Libyan West a tool dresser and others assisted in rescue as the rig cables ignited. The accident involved a padless gas release and the drilling crew worked to control the blaze.
Twenty years ago Diario excerpts note Kryants Club plans another play, hotel construction progress delays for the art store building, Eagle Street sewer work at twenty feet depth, Corry Building and Loan Association optimism, U S Radiator employees and families picnic at Lake Vanotoda, and Cory Rog and Chm Club field trials setup at the October meeting.
The Office of Price Administration announced new A-13 gas coupons become valid on November 9 as part of updated coast regulations. A-12 booklets will be void, and counterfeit prints are warned against. The agency notes that the A-13 series will replace earlier issues, with staggered validity and security features to prevent fraud.
A reader questions why sixteen year olds in town face limits while wealthier youths evade inquiry. The letter alleges police inaction and notes peers with money avoid consequences, prompting a call to publish responses and engage in discussion.
A brief note explains that the word for a grenade derives from the Prenets term for a pomegranate due to their similar rounded shape. The origin reflects a visual cue linking the fruit to the weapon in historical usage.
The piece discusses amnesia in a young schoolgirl, noting memory loss as a sudden disassociation from habits. It explains memory blocking, recollection failure, and varying outcomes from spontaneous recovery to a new life, with attention on public interest when a prominent or attractive person is involved.
The text suggests Diamond Jim Brady experienced eating pains and indigestion with heartburn, gas, and burning sensations. It promotes Uden tablets from Rexall Drug Stores, claiming a double money back offer.
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