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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1937
Page
3
A jumble of wartime headlines appears with figures on city finances March receipts and expenditures. Reports include a $4 389.48 balance, $5 798.77 receipts, $6 ,GRA 07 expenditures and a $1 057 088 profit note for 1930.
City Council reviews proposed two hour limits on Renter Street from South to Franke Tin. Director Dunn reports survey shows strong opposition to parallel parking change though a 2 hour limit may curb long term street parking by merchants and clerks. Traffic changes aim to easier entry and exit with broader sidewalk safety and smoother Center street turns.
The board approved raises for numerous teachers across Senor High Junior High and Elementary, detailing salary increases from the 1987-88 term. The administration was authorized to name an additional vocational teacher pending enrollment gains. Directors also urged action against the tenure of office act, sending telegrams to Senator Samuel J. Gison and Representative John A. Van Allsburg to protest the measure.
Harrisburg April 6 First of Pennsylvania s new laws to improve conditions for workers. Drafted by Secretary Barh M Ba shore and Senator John J Dent of Westmoreland County, the act requires employers to report work accidents within 15 days and fatalities within 48 hours. It tightens enforcement under the Workmen s Compensation Act and aims for quicker accident statistics guiding compensation rates. The measure also mandates recording injuries lasting beyond the shift and allows summary action against noncompliant employers.
A bill introduced in Harrisburg proposes a state youth commission to study and aid youths up to age 25. It would authorize surveys, establish recreation centers, camps, employment bureaus, and educational and vocational programs, coordinating with federal and state agencies.
Pittsburgh Works Director Frank M. Roessing proposes a citywide scheme to collect used crankcase oil and cleaning fluids to keep them from sewers. He envisions a system that would ban disposal of the oil and require refinement and sale of refined products.
Mrs Gentrude Armitage of Spring Creek announces the marriage of her granddaughter Verene Hill to Herbert Loveland son of Mr and Mrs William Loveland of Kingston. The ceremony was in Ripley on April 2 by Justice George H Bennett. Taxi Drivers Mustn't Flirt Pasadena ordinance targets dismissal for taxi drivers who fix on feminine passengers.
Officials discuss extending traffic safety by installing flashing signals at two additional pedestrian crossings. The plan aims to reduce accidents and improve visibility, with government departments coordinating approvals and public input during the process.
In Corry unlikely resignation letter, Westley steps down after twelve years as city treasurer expressing gratitude to city officials and citizens. Irene Mullery, long-time deputy, is nominated to succeed him with council support from Mulder Duke Nichols and Weaver.
Authorities seek 15 year old Marrett in a Warren area case with police noting she was last seen near her aunt at 2400 Demmeymla Avenue West. Family and friends report she has ties to Pittsburgh and nearby towns as investigators review contacts and possible contacts with a local telegraph or stage line.
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