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13 Apr 1936
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1936
Page
1
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Paris announces possible military help from allies as Germany moves fortifications in the Rhineland. Reports say France may pursue economic and financial penalties, with military options not ruled out if negotiations fail. British-Trojan concerns loom over pending shifts in foreign policy and a Geneva settlement.
United Press reports the Supreme Court recessed for two weeks without a ruling on the Guffey coal control act. A decision may delay until April, with possible partial approval of sections and disapproval of others, as justices reassess federal powers in the case.
The Department of Labor and Industry announces 15 WPA projects to employ about 2,000 people, with roughly 70 percent drawn from relief rolls. Nearly $500,000 is allocated for wages. The largest project, serving 3,000 homes in flood districts, aims to guide owners in obtaining funds from the Federal Housing Administration. A further group of 115 surveys living costs in industrial areas, and 30 workers will advise injured laborers on legal rights under the State Workmen's Compensation act.
Mrs Mae Scheible was sentenced in New York on April 13 to four years in prison fined 5000 and five years probation after release for bringing girls from Pittsburgh to New York for immoral purposes Her companion Joseph Ryan received fifteen months in prison and five years probation for transporting the girls and conspiracy Judge John C Knox postponed execution for ten days to allow defense counsel to appeal The past conviction occurred last week
Washington April 13 Maj Gen Johnson Hagood is reinstated to active service as commander of Sixth Corps with headquarters in Chicago, replacing Maj Gen Denn Nolan who retires April 30. Gen Prine McCoy will command BrutGorys area at New York May 1, succeeding Hagood. War Department gave no explanation beyond administrative action.
In a regular session Corry's Board of Education will advance details of the tentative 1996-97 budget. The plan initially proposed a two and one half mill tax increase and cuts including four special classes and teacher salary reductions. Minor changes are expected with large effects avoided, as the property committee reviews state requirements and possible actions on the vocational program. Reports and communications will be received and official puls read.
The Pennsylvania Railroad announced faster schedules on several Philadelphia to Chicago trains effective April 26. The westbound Golden Arrow will run nonstops between Philadelphia and Chicago, reducing running time by seventy minutes, while the eastbound schedule is cut by forty four minutes.
Markets at a Glance reports mixed moves across sectors. Stocks show irregular gains in Chryster at a new high while bonds and curb stocks remain quiet or irregular. Currencies drift with the dollar and French francs off point. Commodities mix as cotton and grains trend unevenly, with wheat up modestly and oats and rye down markedly. Rubber edges higher in late trading.
A 25 year old woman walked to the altar of St Paul’s Cathedral during Easter evensong and stood nude before about a thousand worshippers. G W Henderson covered her with a coat and escorted her to the vestry, after which she was taken to Snow Hill police station. Police doctors said she appeared dazed and no action was expected.
Senator Borah expressed confidence that he would receive significant backing in Illinois stronghold areas as he campaigned ahead of the state primary. He cited southern Illinois as favorable while noting Chicago’s tangled political currents make clear predictions difficult. The report also notes an April 17 enrollment deadline extension for Pennsylvania Civilian Conservation Corps youth camps due to funding issues.
Brookville Jefferson county sheriff Lowry announced new evidence in the killing of 45 year old Watterstay Kale Beneken in a secluded vailrond tower. Investigators questioned a Hatsevern suspect as state police and county officers pursue leads before an arrest. A memorial service plan was noted for Wyneral services tomorrow.
Renowned conjurer Howard Thurston died in Miami Beach today at age 47 years of stage magic. The UK born illusionist had toured widely and influenced generations of magicians.
New York police sought a sandy haired man linked to the death of Nancy Evans Titterton, 24, found strangled in her Beekman Place apartment. A torn brassiere and clothing underwent silver nitrate tests for prints while investigators pursued a suspect seen in the neighborhood the day of the crime.
Pittsburg April 13 Police Chief Chris Keisling of Carnegie announced he found the coat of Elizabeth Louder a 16 year old domestic slain last January Chief Keisling predicted the solution of the brutal murder was imminent and said that four suspects were under surveillance
Three men were trapped several hundred feet underground when a rock slide collapsed an abandoned gold mine near Moose River Nova Scotia on April 18. Rescue teams worked in relays to reach the engulfed men, while conditions remained unclear about their survival.
Wilkes-Barre Pa April 12 Four secret service agents were ordered by President Roosevelt to conduct an independent inquiry into the Easter gift bombings. A priest relative of Walker was injured in a rectory fire believed to be incendiary. One bombing victim, Thomas Maloney, died yesterday. his son and daughter-in-law survived, with Margret reported improving.
Joe Seneauskas, 19, was held without bail after hearings before Justice T Rich ay Evans in Warren on a murder charge. John G. Polens, 21, of near Garland, will be heard tomorrow afternoon on the same charge. Key witness Tom Bowers identified Seneauskas at the filing station scene. The case names Dr W H Shortt and Coroner Ed Lowrey among officials present. A separate item notes Los Angeles investigators preparing for a Townsend pension hearing.
President Roosevelt will speak tonight amid an old fashioned parade led by Baltimore Democrats. Cabinet members and over 100 officials will march with torches and banners to promote the President’s tax plan and New Deal policies as part of a pre convention campaign. He will visit New York, Texas, Indiana, and Philadelphia in the coming weeks for notable civic events and the national Democratic convention.
New York report says John J. Condon will not testify before the Mercer county New Jersey grand jury regarding the Lindbergh kidnapping and murder. Condon cited lack of authority and possible extradition issues while observers speculated about broader NJ investigations and Wendel kidnapper leads.
A large throng decked in deep shades crowded Fifth Avenue for the Easter parade despite cold and wet pavements. Police traffic experts estimated attendance at more than 1,000,000 with many visitors from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New England and the Midwest, converging near St Patrick's Cathedral.
Amid a crowded avenue during church services, fashion items such as bus coats hats dresses shoes and bouquets drew attention as 500 traffic policemen managed the crush. Fashion experts who gathered observed toppers and cutaways blossoming briefly amid the scene.
The article notes a trend across churches showing deep purple as the standout color, with yellow and bright green also popular in combinations. Winter coats limited displays, muting a color the article calls pajama or palaver shade. Continued on page seven.
Uniontown April 12 Charles G Challinor of Cleveland one of three survivors remains in critical condition at Uniontown Hospital with no change Attaches report Mrs Meyer Ellenstein Newark mayor's wife also shows no change Nellie Granger hostess of Sun Racer recuperating from shock after the crash that killed two pilots and several passengers
WPA officials claim the dissipation of the strike by Works Progress Administration workers in Jefferson Clearfield and Bik counties. Chas Freeman district director says 50 percent of workers have returned to jobs. Strike leaders say those returning did not join the walkout demanding recognition of their union and note few projects are operating.
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