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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1937
Page
1
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Paul Daniels 28 of Prospect Street was arraigned after confessing to police in the holdup and beating of Mrs. Craker on West Pleasant Street. Chief Planigan and officers traced fingerprints, leading to Daniels arrest and a $2000 bail. He pleaded guilty before Alderman Porter and awaits the next court term.
Machinists Local No. 1508 held a Saturday meeting at their First avenue hall with members from Carry local and guests from other stops. The Aero Supply Company workers joined the drive in a 100 percent membership push. A committee was formed to plan a grand opening entertainment for the new headquarters next Saturday evening featuring Dan Parison of Jameston, district organizer for the International Association of Machinists.
Strong tremors were felt today in Corinth and the towns of Sonne and Preveza in Falassis district western Greece. No casualties had been reported.
John Polens and Joe Senauskas petitioned for a new trial after their electrocution sentences in the murder case of Metro Sernini. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court denied their motions, keeping their pleas as guilty and their death sentences in place. They are held in Warren County awaiting disposition.
At Oshawa Ontario 83 non union employees entered the strike bound General Motors plant amid boos and curses from pickets. Most were office workers with at least 20 in parts. Plant reopenings fueled reports of an imminent settlement on the dispute affecting about 3700 GM Canada workers with promised union recognition by management, while Toronto talks stalled with Premier Hepburn absent.
Hollywood April 12 Mrs W L Tracy 72 mother of Lee Tracy was rescued after being plunged from the yacht Tracy dived in fully clothed and kept her above water until two crew members hauled them aboard the scene suited by the film star noted for his bravery and quick action
Paul Ferry of Erie Pennsylvania had his appeal from a murder conviction rejected by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. The high court, in a decision handed down by Justice George W. Maxey, denied the request for a new trial in the hatchet slaying of his wife.
An auto head on collision near Union City killed Michael Z. Ferguson 87 of Buffalo and injured three others including Walford Mountain 28 and Betty Cochran 22. Carl P Moran 22 of Cambridge Springs survived with multiple injuries. investigation by Highway Patrolman D M Allekander and Deputy Coroner Arthur Crowe. Continued on Page Two.
Major Lynn G Adams of the State Police leads an inquiry into a gravel scandal in the northwestern district and Erie county. He reports to Governor Warle who demanded absolute honesty and warned any official who errs will lose their party and office.
Paul Kinney 28 of this city faces hearing before Alderman Eugene Alberstaldt in Erie on two larceny charges for stealing Ben Folc’s truck. Kinney was moved to county jail Saturday with Clarence Bradford, both linked to a drunken driving incident following the trio’s wild escapade. Two killed in weekend crashes near Harrisburg.
The Supreme Court upheld the Wagner labor relations act as constitutional in a series of key decisions, broadening interpretations of the interstate commerce clause. The court was sharply divided with four dissenters, and the Associated Press case drew a split ruling. The decisions mark a major victory for New Deal labor policy, while some justices questioned the scope of coverage in manufacturing and interstate operations.
Prime Minister Stanley Bithich said Britain would not grant belligerent rights to the Spanish insurgents in the Bilbao blockade. British shipping bound for the port will not be allowed to enter while danger remains, with five ships at St Jean de Luz kept there temporarily.
Reserve Board officials stated that despite circulating opinion, they do not oppose an orderly rise in interest rates. They cautioned that the Fed chair's easy money remarks do not guarantee low rates and that gradual long term money costs may rise if other factors like prices stay steady.
Alexander Meyer, 20, son of a Philadelphia coal broker, was sentenced to death by electric chair for the February slaying of Helen Moyer, a 18-year-old Coatesville High School student. Guards surrounded the courthouse as Judges Ernest Harvey and W Butler Windle imposed the sentence after Meyer confessed the shooting.
Negotiations open between management and union officials after a walkout at Kurtz Furniture Company affecting about forty workers. A Tuesday meeting allows tribal representatives to attend, aiming for an early settlement and resumed operations at the plant.
In Harrisburg April 12 the labor bill program moves toward final enactment as the 15th session opens. The Weiss Bill on wage and worker compensation standards is likely to advance or be amended, while a senate labor panel has reserved it for further action with unions and management groups. Also under consideration are permanent milk price control and consolidation of fishery dispersing systems urged by the Lib Joodrich committee.
In Gaupa, Kansas, a 10 day mining town clash between two miner factions escalates into deadly violence. More than ten killed as gunfire, shelling, and theater attacks erupt. Authorities fear further mobilization as crowds gather and fights continue.
Washington April 2 The White House announced President Roosevelt would confer today with Senator Henry F Ashurst Judiciary Committee chairman The purpose of the conference was not announced and the White House said it did not concern the judiciary program
Pittsburgh April 12 state policemen under Governor George H Earle began a double check of Pennsylvania penal and correctional institutes. Fire hazards and alleged brutality in methods of punishment were uncovered last year and unsatisfactory conditions from the 1886 survey were ordered corrected. The current check aims to determine if the inspections have been made.
Wattsburg farmer Al Mastman 48R D 2 Wattsburg charged with involuntary manslaughter over a March 10 crash near Union City. Thomas Ward 59 of North East died after a truck operated by Sweet crashed into Eastman’s trucks on the highway. Attorney Bini Ne Kincaid represents Eastman. John Gasa from the county attorney’s office represents the commonwealth.
Thomas Edward Smith, 18, confessed slayer of Mary Ellen Babcock, pleaded not guilty at arraignment in Supreme Court on a first degree murder indictment. He was near collapse as plea entered by his attorneys. Defense reserved right to change plea after reexamination. if deemed insane, plea could shift to not guilty by reason of insanity.
Belgium faces a pivotal April election for one parliamentary seat amid concerns about fascist forces gaining ground. Premier Paul Van Zeeland leads against Rex leader Sean Degrella. results skewed heavily two to one in Zeeland's favor, signaling strong anti fascist sentiment nationwide.
Philadelphia April 12 The Pennsylvania Supreme Court denied the appeal of John Becker Brookville Pa night watchman from conviction and death sentence in the murder and assault of Kathryn Bracken telegraph operator Miss Bracken s body found in a shallow ditch near Shawmut signal tower Brookville April 10 1856 Her wrists and throat had been slashed by a blunt weapon and he had been criminally assaulted
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