09 Apr 1929
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1929
Page
1
Masked men entered a synagogue and looted about 75000 in jewels while causing a $10000 in losses in Union City. The incident was reported as a high profile theft with no immediate arrests or official statements released.
The final proposition from Trani and the Phillipa Jones Corporation to establish a city plant was rejected by the Citizens Central Committee after reviews of guaranties and terms. Local citizens pledged up to 80000 to guarantee the plan but the contract could not secure satisfactory terms. the project is dropped, though the campaign shows community resolve and fundraising effort.
Rev A L Roth pastor of the First Baptist church for five and a half years tendered his resignation and will relocate to Buda Indiana to take a student pastorate and pursue seminary work near Chicago. He arrived in Corry in 1923 and led growth in the church and civic efforts, announcing his farewell sermon for June 2 at the local church. He will serve a student pastorate at Buda and continue Sunday services while returning midweek for duties in Corry. He has been president of the Corry Ministerial Association in his second year, after three years as secretary.
Edward B Beidleman former Pennsylvania lieutenant governor and political power collapsed at Polyeiini Soapital Were after a second heart attack within 12 hours. He had been pronounced dead at 5 00 am following revival efforts and fatal complications. In a separate local incident Gale Brown 8 was killed when her brother shot her at their home during a play accident with a firearm ca
In Harrisburg on April 9 United Press reports the Pennsylvania House passed a Senate bill to raise the minimum voluntary manslaughter sentence from two to three years. The measure targets hit and run motorists, now headed to the governor for signature.
Rotary Club members heard Don Sterrett of Teleclub discuss duties of the Classification Committee during the regular meeting at Hotel Corry. Resolutions were adopted on the death of Clyde B. Witcox, a prominent member. Preparations begin for district gathering in ErIe in May, with Mc Corry club aiming for 100 percent attendance. D. A. Hillstrom returned from a California trip. Guests included John Berry Gris and B. R. A. Edgren of Chicago.
Five people burned to death when a two story frame house owned by Clute Phelps burned at a location southeast of hate. The victims include Thadone Clark Phelps age unknown and his wife Lavis named Florence Phelps aged 26, Lysle 12, and Hunn 1% months old, all children of Levi Origin. The fire’s origin is unknown. A separate report notes unseasonable heat breaking in central Pennsylvania with one additional death, Mrs Herbert Wablen aged 70, from an illness traced to heat.
Bandits posing as worshippers invaded a Chicago Romanian synagogue during Queen Marie of Roumania’s visit and robbed 75,000 dollars in cash and jewelry from 80 worshippers. Men were searched and forced to the floor while exits were guarded. valuables including a 4000 dollar diamond ring and 2200 dollar earrings were taken. Police pursuit followed as robbers warned victims to stay put for twenty minutes under threat of gunfire.
A multimillionaire, identified as a heavy felon and linked to a 400 million fortune, will begin a three month sentence next month in the District jail after the Supreme Court upholds the Senate contempt conviction of Harry Ward Sinclairs. The court issued its mandate in 25 days, with bondsman to surrender the offender for payment of a $500 fine and service of three months. The ruling, extending congressional authority to compel testimony, follows the Teapot Dome era inquiry and aligns with the May Daugherty decision in reinforcing legislative powers.
A blaze in Shanghai destroyed 3,000 huts leaving about 300 people reported missing. Early reports say the fire started at night and many may not have escaped. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire and the extent of the disaster.
Local search in Clymer area for thieves who stole about 250 dollars worth of automobile parts from E L Caflisch s private garage. Gear shifts removed from two Ford cars, tires and assorted garage tools taken. New York officials coordinating with local police on the case.
Chief Tipton reported no new developments in the theft inquiry as officers pursue leads. Officer Brown keeps the investigation active at the Union campus hoping to uncover land-related clues that may identify the thieves who stole the company’s safe.
Washington April 8 Former Vice President Charles G. Dawes is reported ahead in speculation as the likely ambassador to the court of St James by President Hoover. Authorities say a formal announcement may come this week from the White House.
A listing of programs across WEAF NBC and CBS networks featuring New England Sketch with Joan Lowell, Whiteman's Orchestra, and Vaudeville Hour. Details include times 9:00 9:09 and 1 EST with associated stations WEAF WABC and CBS Network.
Unitea Press reports Thomas J Terlin Jr son of Alabama senator Heflin caused a scene after a night on Broadway. He arrived at the West 50th Street police station after consuming six bottles of Scotch and was escorted home by Thornton his father's secretary. The incident followed his advocacy of states rights and the Volstead Act.
Fire of undetermined origin destroyed two frame store buildings on South Main Street in Tinion City last night near 8 o clock. Both are two stories high and completely lost with extensive contents. estimate about 10,000 dollars. Occupants included the Allen second hand furniture shop and nearby Penfield market with Allen family residents above one building. Drake brothers owned the Allen structure and Fulton and Gillett owned the Penfield building. The blaze began in a partition between the structures and was discovered around 8 45 p m by a passerby, spreading rapidly and consuming both buildings within minutes.
Preparations underway at Senior High for inter high girls glee club and oratorical contest to be held in the school auditorium. Union City Kin and Corry join the glee event while Meadville Titusville enter the oratorical contest. seven to ten minute entries. High school orchestra assists. admission 25 cents to defray expenses. public invited.
Lieut Archie W Thompson Post announces four acts for a minstrel olio at the siditorium Wednesday and Thursday evenings. The program features Ukelele Mike and Te, Maryeshe Melody Makers, a monologue by L A McMahon, and a Buck and Wing dance by Sambo. Mrs Lloyd Thomas departed for Kenef for a visit with relatives and friends.
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