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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1931
Page
1
Kane Pennsylvania April 1 United Press report details a fatal fire at the Ray store in Kane destroying the building and injuring several firefighters. Estimated property damage reaches 50000 with nearby structures affected as crews battle smoke and flames overnight.
The Federal Power Commission, in its first major decision after six years, denied Appalachian Power Co. the right to build a hydroelectric plant on the New River near Radford Virginia. The ruling demands a standard federal license and full regulation of capital costs, signaling a shift toward strict federal oversight of waterpower projects and potentially reshaping state versus federal authority.
Cleveland April 4. Pitts burgh Hymile Martin was found guilty of killing former City Councilman William Potter and Rimadean politician. Prosecutors said he acted as a hired gun. Police expect to arrest a second suspect soon as part of the conspiracy. The case stems from Potter’s death amid fraud scandals, with Martin appealing the verdict.
Paul Wupper Sr a former Beemer bank president and Beemer mayor faces new federal charges in Philadelphia for using the mails to defraud. He allegedly forged bank notes sent to two banks and awaits extradition to Nebraska where he ran the State Bank of Beemer for four decades. His Philadelphia wife, visiting his cell, aims to halt proceedings and may provide a letter to her attorney.
A damaged report details the drowning of three young duck hunters after a boat capsized in rough waters. One survivor, Alber Selvunsy of Philadelphia, was rescued. Authorities identified Lawrence aiding and Solnavun among the rescued and missing.
Reports from San Francisco describe aftershocks felt in Mission and Golden Gate Park areas shortly after midnight with police confirming no damage. Authorities and Santa Clara University noted no recorded injuries or damages from the tremors.
Past Exalted Ruler Charles P. Keating installed Corry Iudge No 769 officers at the regular lodge session held Thursday night in their home. Wesley H. Howard as Exalted ruler Vincent P. Connelly leading knight J Fred Kinley lecturing knight Charles A Situs secretary Foster F E Davis treasurer Oscar H Andrews trustee D Warren DeRosay grand lodge representative Maxwell P Hoerfes alternate Horton J Davis. After installation ceremonies a banquet and smoker were enjoyed by members.
Pittsburgh union taxicab drivers threaten to strike next week unless 40 dismissed drivers are reinstated after 623 vote for a strike. General labor conciliators to meet with union leaders to avoid a repeat of last year's violence that left one dead and over 100 injured.
It was announced that Cacia Pierro of Myrtle Street would escape federal prosecution for violation of the prohibition law after settling with the city on municipal disorderly conduct charges. Federal charges were withdrawn. Police seized wine and beer at the Pierro home in a raid last Saturday night.
Steubenville Ohio April 4 Mrs Hana James 27 was to be questioned further today in connection with the death of Patrolman Raymond Castner 28 and the wounding of herself in her apartment here Thursday. Police doubted the theory Castner shot the woman and killed himself. There were no powder marks on Castner clothing and body while Mrs James shoulder showed powder marks.
Afr. and Mrs. Arthur Scheppner and family will spend Easter Sunday in Erie with relatives. Mrs. A. W. Phillips and children from Meadville will arrive this evening for an Easter visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Dickson.
Heavy rains across the tri state area swollen the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers to near flood levels. In Pittsburgh at Bain’s locale the stage reached 21.4 feet and forecasters predicted 24 feet by nightfall. High water disrupted roads and caused minor power and transit issues as crews worked to monitor conditions.
Division Engineer O N Lackey and Assistant Swope met with City Council to outline Maple Avenue crossing improvements starting Monday. Concrete main crossing with a smooth north-track surface, three weeks of work, crossings closed during that period. Pennsylvania and First Avenue crossings to receive amesite construction, approach to Pennsylvania Avenue to be grade to reduce hazards. Tamping machines in use, aims for permanent improvements and prompt joint work with Renovo division to finish the full crossing program rapidly.
In Geath, near Nere, Kansas, authorities reported all eight propeller blades from the plane carrying Knute Rockne and seven others were found. Sheriff Arthur Deering said the Commerce Department report considers a broken propeller as a possible cause of the crash.
NBC and CBS networks present a schedule of programs including Salon singers at 7:00 p.m. on NBC and a 8:30 p.m. Silver flute program. Mary Charles at 8:45 a.m. on WABC CBS network, The Campus at 9:00 p.m. on NBC, and Show boat at 7:00 p.m. on WABC CBS network.
The U S weather bureau predicts fair but cool Easter Sunday for western Pennsylvania. Temperatures will range between 0 and db degrees with no rain expected, and a colder period in the latter part of the day is forecast.
Residents report strong response to ticket sale for the entertainment Hisrem Searems to be staged in the High School Auditorium on Wednesday Thursday and Friday evenings next week. Proceeds benefit the Community Chest Emergency Fund. most money goes to relief work. Forty girls and about twenty men participate. rehearsals progress well. Reserve seats for Wednesday's show go on sale at Comdra's Tuesday morning. general admission covers any evening with opening night reservations also Tuesday.
Mrs Vera Phillips and Harold Holt, alleged in the $2900 robbery of the First National Bank of Volant, were to be returned from Detroit for a hearing. Detroit police questioned Kenneth Palmer, Phillips's brother, at a Butler barracks. Palmer denied links to the holdup. Cox the cashier and Miss Simpson, a bookkeeper, identified a photo as resembling Holt.
William E Halloweng a United Press wartime Chicago reporter was killed in a subway stabbing. A jury deliberated 27 hours before convicting Leo W Broth ers on charges connected to the murder and sentenced him to 14 years the maximum penalty under the verdict. Reaction from civic leaders and business groups urged a tougher approach to gang crime.
United Press report from Manaria detailing a funeral pyre for unrescued victims, with officials estimating up to 1700 dead and continued evacuations. Guards fire on looters and water contamination raises epidemic fears as relief efforts, shipping to safety, and aid coordination proceed amid ongoing destruction.
Attorney Charles J. Margiotti of Punxsulawney reported recovering from an appendicitis operation at St Francis Hospital in Philadelphia. Other items note bank embezzler Paul Wusper waiving extradition and a government suit dispute over Bethlehem Shipbuilding profits. A gun battle followed a liquor seizure in Fallmouth Mass as authorities pursued rum smugglers. Weather outlook for April 6 to 11 shows variable temperatures across the Northeast.
Mrs Harold W Axtell was held on murder charges in Denver after authorities said she confessed to shooting her husband, a renowned fingerprint expert and former president of the International Association of Identified Persons. The case notes his prior first wife died by suicide in 1927. Axtell gained national recognition in criminal forensics.
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