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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1934
Page
3
The corry edition reviews Morgenthau’s plan to reduce public building costs by scaling back ornament and size, arguing for functional design. It notes Rene le Chambrun’s natural born citizen status claims and cites British and Mussolini frontier defenses, suggesting America must strengthen defenses while avoiding overreach.
The National Industrial Conference Board reports 7 984 000 idle workers in June, including PWA and Emergency Work programs. May to June unemployment rose by 89,000, with a long-term decline since March 1883 from over 18 million to about 5.2 million remaining idle. The summer drop may reverse in fall as demand shifts.
Belgian beauty Madame Joris de Miffersoni won for a large black velvet beret designed by Leon. Paris fashion commentary notes shifts in Parisian design and a return to genuine French style for American markets. Also mentions Wrapping Paper Association in Ashtabula and Port Houston profits in six months of fiscal year 1934.
Twenty years ago items note proposed power supply deals for Corry and nearby towns, ongoing improvements at the Corry Cancer Sanitatorium, the death of Mrs. Clara Clark aged 80, the Girls Friendly Club outing at Angley Lake, Elks clambake guests, Mrs. Dawson entertaining Wimodau sis, Hattie Bonstee's trip to Panama, Rev G W Lewis death in New York, and Columbus township reunion picnic with Prof B L Monroe talk on local history.
The message cautions about self indulgence and excess in seeking pleasure. It advises careful handling of fire or hot water before noon and warns the evening may bring unforeseen outcomes. It encourages greater attentiveness to spiritual matters.
United Press reports in Washington that letters claimed sightings of Dillinger persist though the man killed in Chicago was another person. The piece jokes about the letters, notes the Sundew plant parallel from the Interior Department, and describes Roosevelt’s White House overhaul with contractors and two-shift work in progress as 12 hour days extend into the week.
Heavy rains halted traffic on Main Street Robinson but Ned Hippenstein pushed a post along the road. A boat belonging to Hugo Mniss struck and slid off the main roadway, causing disruption and damage.
Side of life fragment references October 18 to Mayen 1835 with money troubles around Diep 18 21 and Ani Danger dates September 21 24. Also mentions Sovially favorable August 28 29 and te tera August 16 18. Observes talent for music and athletics and notes potential success in business as irocet.
United Press reports on a Hollywood trend where aspiring chorus girls seek fame in film, with estimates by dancer Dave Gould noting millions of U.S. girls aged 15 to 24 eyeing chorus roles. Only a small fraction secure parts, many veterans, as opportunities hinge on gifts and beauty standards.
Erie August 7 health officer Dr J R Smith reports the first case of infantile paralysis this year. A twelve year old girl from the lower east side is seriously ill under a modified quarantine. Dr EB Le Armstrong of Hamet hospital pathology is examining suspected cases as the city readies to head off an epidemic.
Vare, longtime political boss of Philadelphia, succumbed to a final illness after a recent trip to Philadelphia and a period of convalescence. His wife Ida Mortis and two daughters Mildred and Beatrice were with him at his death. The Municipal elections had weakened his grip as Democratic tide surged.
William A. Schnader, Republican gubernatorial candidate, faces possible dismissal as attorney general as Governor Pinchot weighs a broad administrative shakeup. Reports from Harrisburg indicate Schnader may resign under pressure while other department heads also face removal in a statewide cleaning.
Philadelphia August 7 The American Automobile Association plans to quiz all General Assembly candidates on diversion of motor tax funds. Questions ask if they would vote to divert funds from highways to other uses and whether they support any increases in gasoline tax operator licenses or vehicle registration costs. A A A official Frank Ballantyne said motorists oppose diversion as it raises unemployment and diverts taxes from designated road purposes.
Harrisburg August reports S Edward Gable president of the Pennsylvania Motor Federation says most highway fatalities stem from the driver's conduct. He calls for tougher operator license tests to ensure competence and cautions that training in handling everyday driving dangers is essential, citing European tests and the need to educate motorists to avoid accidents.
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