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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1934
Page
1
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United Press reports a tense area as police squads sweep northern Wisconsin in pursuit of John Dillinger and his companions. A shoot to kill order is issued as agents and local officers press a four day manhunt through rugged pines and forests. Five gang members, last seen after yesterday’s gunfights, are still sought in Park Falls and surrounding areas.
Reported sighting of a brown sedan Wisconsin license B45-209 linked to John Dillinger and five associates near Fort Wayne Indiana, with sightings in Chicago and Wisconsin. Police and federal agents mobilized across Ohio and the Midwest as a large manhunt expanded toward the Canadian border amid widespread patrols and civilian fears. Also notes a Fisher Body strike in Cleveland growing to over 8,400 workers, halting plant operations.
Washington April 24 The interstate commerce committee advanced a bill on proxy solicitation and over the counter markets granting federal powers to regulate trades. The measure tightens proxy rules and empowers the Federal Trade Commission to enforce them. Chairman Sam Rayburn sought quick committee action and planned to present a resolution for further consideration.
Foreign speculators attempted a weekend coup to push the dollar below gold parity but failed. Treasury disclosure showed the U S would defend the dollar, with officials willing to release unlimited gold to Europe if needed. The dollar then rebounded toward par as market confidence returned.
Harrisburg April 20 state dairy price board warned it will go to the limit enforcing the few mille orders fixing prices to producers. The notice followed a telegram from Daniel or a Secretary-treasurer of the Allied Dairy Farmers Association alleging some producers reject class 1 milk as surplus and refuse to pay required prices for milk for household use.
Washington April 24 Interests associated with the drive for silver legislation were cited in a partial list of silver holders sent to the Senate by Treasury Secretary Morgenthau. The Continental Can Company chaired by Carl Conway shows 200,084 munives among other names. banks and corporations in New York Chicago and other places appear with large holdings.
Washington April 24 President Roosevelt assured Speaker Henry J Rainey and Majority Leader Joseph W Burns of his support for their House leadership. The leaders had faced criticism from newspapers and a White House conference was held to review the legislative program.
An engineer Charles Remaley of Lehighton was crushed beneath a locomotive after a freight train left the rails near Bowmanstown. Fireman Fink Brown, also Lehighton, was scalded but escaped, flagging another train as wreckage blocked traffic on the Lehigh Valley line. Three box cars fell into the Lehigh River. the locomotive tilted onto its side with its wheels skyward. Traffic diverted to nearby NJ Central lines as crews worked the scene.
Dr Ive varing or Warren pie spoke at the Hotel Corry in place of Attorney John Siggins. The State Hospital executive described hospital work and employment methods, citing operation costs and other aspects. Guests included Dr N T Gillette and Dr V Graham, plus political candidate William Rose and Ren Williams. AT HALF CAPACITY YOUNGSTOWN April 24. Youngstown Shear and Tube operations at 4 percent capacity after stockholder meeting chaired by G S Dalton.
Corry voters face the only pre primary registration day under a new law that allows qualified citizens to register without a tax receipt. Registrars in six precincts will be on duty from 8 am to noon, 1 to 4 pm, 7:45 to 10 pm, and 6 pm close times vary. The shift toward the Democratic party is noted, with many Republicans swayed by Roosevelt recovery support. Registration is expected to be heavier than usual due to the May 19 primary and the broader eligibility rules.
In Harrisburg Pennsylvanias colleges plan a model convention to explore a proposed constitutional revision. About 200 students from 34 colleges and universities will convene with each institution sending two to twenty delegates led by John Bracker of the University of Pittsburgh. Topics include suffrage limits primary election candidate restrictions and reducing the voting age minimum from 21 to 18.
United Press report states rail management and labor leaders hold secret talks in Washington on April 24 seeking a solution to a wage dispute. If no agreement is reached, the parties may refer the matter to the Railway Mediation Board or a presidential arbitration commission. Officials monitor developments in major hub cities.
Philadelphia April 24 The Pennsylvania primary race heats as Judge Harry S McDevitt withdraws and other judges plan to retire or back candidates Attorney General William A Schnader gains support from Philadelphia leaders and ward captains while calls to unify against him spread among rivals Harrisburg hosts a stop Schnader meeting and leaders predict Schnader will win many counties The campaign reshuffles as Lamberton and Neish withdrawal rumors swirl and factions align around Edwards Shennan and Patterson.
London April 24 British and American officials weighed a widening Asia crisis as Japan pressed declarations limiting Western influence in China and Manchuria. Quo Tai Chi Chinese minister urged U S cooperation while Tokyo signaled a more assertive Asia policy. The crossfire hinted at possible strain akin to former Manchurian events as Britain mulls joint actions with the United States to safeguard interests in the region.
Washington President Roosevelt sent Rexford Guy Tugwell to the Senate for confirmation as under secretary of agriculture amid a reshuffle. A new ransom note demanding 9600 appeared at the home of Donald Schiemaver, 21, of Donner High School, prompting county officials to pursue leads. Roosevelt hopes Congress can adjourn early as Hagerty and Speaker Henry Rainey discuss a swift session wrap. In Morocco, Insull reaches Casablanca aboard the Estralonga, arriving at the Atlantic port with Samuel Taul.
City residents urged to back a minstrel show fundraiser with ticket sales to aid Red Cross relief. Committee members report slow advance sales and plan an intensive Friday night canvass and a dress rehearsal at the High School. Proceeds beyond expenses will go to charitable relief.
The Italian American Independent club plans a big booster meeting at 2234 West Main Street rooms Wednesday evening. Erie leaders will be guests and three prominent locals, Jesa Jiulante, Eglo Agressi, and John Canpebienco, will speak messages of interest to members. All members and prospective members are invited.
A simple private funeral marked the burial of Col William Thaw in Pittsburgh. Thaw commanded the Lafayette Escadrille in World War I and was among its two original members. He died Sunday of pneumonia, after a public service at a funeral home.
Norma Talmadge and comedian George Talmadge wed yesterday in a satin ambassador suite. The couple, after a brief Florida honeymoon, planned a return to New York as friends gathered for the ceremony and reception.
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