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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1937

Page

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Flood Waters Recede Across Ohio River Region

Ohio River crested at about 40 feet then fell, with Marietta merchants vigilantly watching floodwaters intrude on first floors. Wheeling and other towns began clearing debris as sections remained inundated, while Western Ontario reports floods receding and Red Cross appeals for aid. In financial news, officials say any change to the U.S. gold price would follow consultation with Britain and France, as international currency stabilization efforts continue amid easing price pressures.

United Press Marietta Ohio River Gotten River Wheeling W. Va Ohio Red Cross London Ont Ontario France Great Britain United States Retry Af Treasury Henry Morgenthal, Jr Hesald Roosevelt

Basque Army Driven Back by Rebels

On April 29 the Spanish Nationalists announced the capture of Guernica and Duranic as they pressed toward Bilbao. Basque forces retreated under heavy pressure, taking many civilians with them while trying to cover their rear lines. Reports describe a widening front and the Nationalists advancing from the Bay of Biscay area toward key routes.

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Kiwanis Club to Curtail Summer Meetings

Kiwanis Club members at the Hotel Cony luncheon discussed trimming summer meetings in July and August. Guests included County Commissioners Thomas Matley and Elton J. Blair, W Fi Supplee of Erie, and George King of Buffalo. Plans for skating time and a recreation park next year were outlined with a committee named to study them.

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Girl kidnapped and badly beaten in Denver police report

Denver police capture Lloyd Sallee, 22, after abducting an 18 year old acquaintance and carrying her away. She sustained severe injuries including a possible fractured jaw and head trauma. Hospital officials report her condition as poor as the attack is investigated.

United Press Denver Colo Lloyd Sallee Hoxzital

Delay in filing tax returns is probed

Secretary of Treasury Henry Morgenthau Jr ordered Undersecretary Roswell Magill to personally investigate the widespread requests for delays in filing income tax returns this year. The treasury noted a one third increase in delay requests over prior years, and Morgenthau said the inquiry has not satisfied him. Irish to quit Spain. Dublin April 29 officials said the Irish brigade would return from Spain shortly because of Free State legislation prohibiting volunteers.

United Press Washington Secretary of ‘Treasury Henry Morgenthau, Jr Roswell Magill Morgenthau Treasury Spain Dublin

Policy in Far East Modified

United Press reports Japan has opened informal talks with Britain aimed at a possible peace treaty in the Far East. London and Washington are aware of the discussions and consider them preliminary. details remain unclear as the story continues on page three.

Frederick Kuh United Press United Press London Japan Great Britain United

Relief rolls drop again in Corry district

The Erie county relief workload continues to decline as private employment grows. Robert Gatlin, director of the SNB office, reported the caseload fell from 382 on April 15 to 827 today and is expected to dip below 300 this week. The drop is credited mainly to private jobs, and officials anticipate further relief to the Local Tote to a fair level as private employment holds steady.

Corry Robert Gatlin SNB Catlin Erie County

Chamber Hits New Deal Policy Criticisms Endorsed

The U S Chamber of Commerce resolutions committee urged endorsement of criticisms against New Deal policy. Resolutions favored Roosevelt court plan, wage curbs, labor act amendments and broader Warner Act changes. Presented at the annual meeting, expected to be approved in the afternoon session.

United Press Washington U. S. Chamber of Commerce Resolutions Committee Phoose Roosevelt Warner Labor

Murphy submits Little Wagner Act in Michigan

Governor Prant Murphy presents to the legislature a proposed act modeled on federal law to curb oil plant practice during the Chrysler strike. He spoke at a Ann Arbor banquet of students promising it will be the strongest and most comprehensive state legislation on the subject.

United Press Detroit Prantt Murphy Michigan Ann Arbor Murphy Chrysler

Compromise Approves Temporary Neutrality Act to Senate

Washington April 28 The house expedited action to renew the nation's temporary neutrality act amid looming expiration. Lawmakers approved the compromise measure and sent it to the senate for final consideration.

Washington House Senate

France to Take Over Nation's Railroads

Paris dispatch says France plans government control to merge all rail lines into one 26 000 mile system with state ownership of 80 percent of steel. Government already runs two northwestern lines covering 6871 miles. Freight rates would rise 10 to 15 percent to reduce annual deficits, with railways owing the government over 4 billion dollars.

United Press Paris Thuty Nutton Stoel France

Duke May Join Mrs. Simpson Next Week

The Duke of Windsor spoke with Mrs. Wallia Simpson in a long telephone call last night. He planned to join her at the Chateau de Candes in France soon after a likely Monday final divorce decree.

Duke Mrs. Simpson United Press ST. Wolfgang Austria Duke of Windsor Reson Wallia Simpson Ghateu de Cands France

Attacks Gold Policy by Senator Vandenberg and Fay

Senator Arthur Vandenberg and Representative Fay criticized the government gold policy described as a bonanza. They charged the program consumes American capital and labor, arguing it moves wealth from producers to other interests and harms the economy.

Inquest Into Spartan Man’s Death Saturday

An inquest is set for 1 o'clock Saturday at the Municipal building here to investigate the death of Glen Knipp, 43, of Spartanburg, who died after a car crash on Route 77 southwest of Iyigunsburg February 18. Deputy Coroner Lawrence Lavison announced today. Charles Mitchell, 18, and Albert Snyman, 19, of Menivitis, were injured in the accident. One nine-year-old passenger, Snyder, suffered injuries in the crash. The Spartanburg city incident involved a basketball event at Agatha’s Mieschinol gym. Local officials, including Phillip Northieop, attended the scene.

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Packard Plan Votes for UAW Union Representation

Frank H. Bowen of the National Labor Relations Board announced that Packard Motor Company workers voted to accept the United Automobile Workers of America as their bargaining agent. The ballot showed overwhelming support with 2,665 votes for yes and 11 against, marking a clear win for union representation.

United Press Detroit Frank H. Bowen National Labor Relations Board Packard Mator Ironpany United Automobile Workers At America Packard Bay Lim Jagge Tin Fielder Awe Ty Me Bowenga

Thwart Break Three Convicts Slain at West Virginia Penitentiary

A report from Moundsville West Virginia describes three convicts killed at the West Virginia Penitentiary during an attempted escape at the northern gate area. An additional inmate is wounded as guards fired with machine guns.

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Rainy weather halts WPA outdoor program in week

WPA officials in Workera Tulay faced suspensions as heavy rain forced cessation of outdoor work. Road projects on Sciota north to Slate Aine delayed, with several WPA tasks paused for about three weeks. A break in weather raised hopes workers could make up lost time.

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Ashurst Predicts Court Plan Approval Despite Opposition

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Ashurst said today that President Roosevelt's court reform plan would be enacted despite reports of vigorous opposition from the committee.

Ashurst United Press Washington Henry Senate Judiciary Committee Roosevelt

Murder Case to Be Deliberated at Coming Term

Ohe county jury will hear the murder case of James Sele fen, formerly wt Corry, who is Farin Ahkee AeronralW statutory whirges. The grand jury will convene at 10 a.m. and the case is set to come before the court term.

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Five British fliers killed in crash in London

Five airmen of the Royal Air Force were killed today in a midair collision near Newtown while returning from a training flight. The tragedy adds to the mounting wartime losses as officials investigate the incident and mourn the fallen personnel.

United Press London Apri Nuwtaile

Civic Affairs Day Celebrated During Boys Week Observance

Civic Affairs Day in Corry highlighted by Rotary Club led program to expose youths to city offices. Notables listed include Tack Lindsley mayor and Joan Hadock chief of police, with principals and postmaster among participants. Observance aims to build civic responsibility through practical experience and leadership roles.

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Corry Firemen Attend County Unit Meeting

Corry firemen attended the Erie County Volunteer Firemen’s Association meeting in Whiteford. Attendees from Corry included Raymond Sandburg, Charles Pain, Tom Green, Frank Kinley, Edward Berry, Milton Zalaneck, Andrew Paulson, Hubert Weldon, Bert Weldon, Clarence Kinch and Cav Peterson.

Allegheny River Flood Update From Franklin District

A report from Franklin Pennsylvania notes a second rise in the Allegheny River today. The river crested at 19.05 feet over twelve hours, absorbing part of the flood from French Creek and swelling nearby Iowa land areas. A slow fall began on the upper Allegheny as conditions eased.

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