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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1939
Page
1
Clear skies followed a severe storm that hit the city Wednesday night causing 2 to 3 foot drifts and icy roads. Temperatures plunged to 17 degrees, plows were dismantled, and snow removal crews were disorganized as motorists faced hazardous travel with numerous minor accidents. Temperatures were expected to rise Friday with improving conditions.
Friends mourn the sudden death of L. T. Rossiter Jr. president of Rossiter Kessler Co., real estate and insurance dealers. He died at his home 17 Washington Place after acute indigestion. Survived by his father, brothers James and Mae Rossiter, and Mrs. James L. Mannix. Rossiter was a World War veteran and well known in the city and Corry.
Shamokin Pa April 18 tragic toll rises to 15 bootleg mine deaths in Pottsville Shamokin district. Rescue attempts uncover the body of Leo Boraval 20 found in an abandoned shaft near where his stepfather perished hours earlier. Authorities report Berawstd and Joseph Trxell 8 entombed by an accident in the mine wreckage as rescuers pressed efforts.
United Press reports moves in Harrisburg allow beer and bingo under new rules. Changes include church and charitable groups possible bingo, state purchase allowances, and a half cent gasoline tax refund proposal. Senate committees advance bills on city registration and sex offender data, signaling broader local impact.
W E Wilson, local agent for the Pennsylvania Gas Co, plans retirement from active service on May 1. He has served since November 1, 1905, and since March 1912 has filed the office’s agent. Upon retirement May 11, he will complete thirty three years in six months of continuous service. L L Noble of Erie will succeed him in charge of the company’s local office. The new manager is expected to move here within the next three weeks.
Senator William E Borah Idaho isolationist denounces European democracies as treaty sportmen and tells St Olaf College students that any future war would be sordid and imperialistic The veteran senator on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee argues the issue in any war would not hinge on democracy versus totalitarianism and that European nations share similar international practices
Four ladies at the Berkeley Country Club invitational report having been dealt perfect bridge hands, an event computed as astronomically rare. Notaries attest the deal was normal, with Louise O'Leary and other contestants supporting the claim of a genuine hand.
In Harrisburg leaders warn of a 6 million dollar drop in the 1938 corporate net income tax yield, enlarging a funding gap as the state faces 69 million in obligations. Proposals include a 1 percent amusement levy and 5 percent liquor store tax to raise about 15 million across two years, with possible special sessions or economies to cover the shortfall. An admin bill would cut 8 million in future school aid by delaying Burle subsidies, hitting third and fourth class districts hardest.
Harrisburg April 13 Mines Secretary John Ira Thomas said an extra day’s work for anthracite miners was ordered this week to meet heavy demand for coal. The work week rose from four to five days as wage disputes loom in the bituminous fields and cold April weather boosts demand. Next week’s schedule will be set after Tuesday tonnage figures.
Washington April 13. Interior Department experts report to Secretary Harold L. Ioles intimating that using Alaska as a haven for European refugees would aid territorial development. The rework, not addressing specific proposals, aims to inform prospects for settlement by European Jews and other displaced persons.
In Chautauqua county court at Mayville, Haehig Simon- Jan faces a fatal stabbing charge over a December incident with his partner. The state rests after presenting vivid testimony from two witnesses, Amonian and George Benhsian, who recount the struggle and alleged self defense. The trial likely won’t go to the jury until Friday.
In Harrisburg on April 13, Gov. Arthur H. James pledged to veto a bill that would switch blind pension aid to a need basis. He confirmed the existing $30 a month pension will remain, amid pressure from about 12,000 blind residents who had fought to preserve the higher rate.
Harrisburg April 1 Seven contractors on Pennsylvania's proposed Alcatraz style security prison at Mt Gretna were asked to suspend operations by Gov. James and Authority chairman Answay as the State Authority meets next week. The authority weighs continuing construction on the $2,315,000 project within a $65.9 million institutional building program. An inquiry into the cost if contracts are revoked is under way. Mutagkey and Co. of Philadelphia holds the general contract. James opposes completion for economy and due to reports officials say it is unnecessary.
The commonwealth rested its case against former Guard Captain James McGuirt in a trial over the heat deaths of four convicts in the kilndike punishment blocks at Philadelphia county prison last August. The judge ruled that voluntary manslaughter is the only viable charge. the court threw out murder and related counts.
A 17 year old boy in Los Angeles, Buddy Merrien, is found dead from suicide. The United Press reports he feared not personal danger but the prospect of killing others in war. He hanged himself yesterday, expressing dread of the coming conflict.
Washington April 13 officials from the administration met to discuss keeping all American markets open in case of emergencies arising from the European crisis.
New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia told wage hour negotiators for the Appalachian bituminous region that the city has only enough coal on hand to appease its rapid demand. He urged swift consideration of the impending coal shortage as mines have been idle since April 4 due to stalled contract talks.
U S Senator James M. Davis of Pennsylvania assailed Joseph W. Guffey as partisan and blind to facts in a debate over WPA and WEA funding. Davis defended his votes, criticized Guffey’s handling of the relief issue, and urged an end to deceit and political trickery. Separately, a Mexico City train crash near San Nicolas and Liave killed 24 and injured 38 passengers.
Directors at Corry Hospital discussed a public Hospital Day on May 15 to showcase departments and equipment. Miss Margaret Bower spearheads planning with staff. reports showed 128 patients, 194 days of free service, 22 births, 4 deaths, and 35 procedures in March. building upkeep discussed and nurse housing predecoration needs noted.
Fire destroyed the Hall furniture store at Martin and Diamond streets around midday. Owner Mary Young Hall estimated losses between 50 000 and 860 000, with heat severe in the showroom. The building, landmark since 1865, once housed Bligs Opera House and seated about 1 000 on the dime side.
Alder man C B Porter yesterday sentenced two men from Spartansburg for motor code violations. Mark Lindsey of R D 1 was charged with allowing an unlicensed person to drive, and Ernest H Shafter of R D 2 was cited for operating a motor vehicle without a license.
London and Paris announced swift action to block fascist moves against Greece and Romania and pledged to fight any change by force to the Mediterranean status quo. They reinforced democratic front ties with Poland and Soviet support while warning dictatorships that armed forces stand ready to oppose further aggression. Berlin tensions rose as Polish fears of German moves in the corridor and anti-German songs sparked protests.
Star Laurel’s wife Jeans charges him with attempted murder and maintenance. She says he dug a grave in the backyard on April 13 and tried to bury her alive. The complaint alleges Laurels invited a former wife on their honeymoon and to drop by to reminisce on past intimacies. She seeks $1,000 monthly maintenance along with court costs and attorney fees and division of community property.
April 13 Gov Arthur H James said he asked the West Chester and Mine Field State Teachers College boards of trustees to resign. He noted no decision on resignations for other state teachers colleges and did not specify dates or names beyond those two boards.
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