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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1932
Page
1
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Walker defends his administration at hearing in Albany as Governor Roosevelt rules Mayor James J. Walker may cross examine witnesses. The lengthy impeachment inquiry into the New York City mayor centers on misfeasance and official conduct with Seabury and others presenting charges while Walker seeks to prove his political integrity before the governor and the state.
Assemblymen John Hiting, King and Joseph Ziesenheim of Girard resist new taxes tied to Governor Pinchot relief plans. Reports say Pinchot uses a “big club” to force cuts, urging highway fund reductions totaling 8.349 million dollars, with King and Ziesenheim labeling the move as undue coercion.
Haden Clarke told a friend days before his death from a bullet that he planned to kill himself in a dramatic way. Richard Lavender testified Clarke discussed a “big way” to die, saying shooting through the head would be the quickest route and make the news.
MAMPICO Mexico August 11 Hubert Bok a New Jersey boy fliers left Newark at 11 am for Mexico City continuing his flight toward Val Pupena Field. He hopes to reach the Mexican capital in about three hours and resume the flight southward as planned.
Kane and Mr. Jewett will receive a voluntary rate reduction from the Pennsylvania Gas Company affecting Kane and Corry area consumers. The new schedule, effective October 1, lowers minimum charges and unit rates, with expected yearly savings of thousands of dollars for area residents, while Corry’s broader gas rate dispute remains before the Public Service Commission with no ruling announced.
Aug. 11 Spain reports Gen Jose San Jurjo, once Seville monarchist leader, captured with his entire party by a single policeman. The uprising failed within hours as government forces and bombing planes regained control, nine killed, about 30 wounded, and over 100 arrested. In Erie area, Rep. Milton W. Shreve, campaigning for reelection, outlined opposition to 18th Amendment resubmission and warned on finance. He criticized proposed bonus legislation noting the need to raise funds and impact on the dollar.
James Cross, 42, attorney and Skinner Manufacturing traffic manager of Omaha Nebraska, stood by his mother's grave near Pomeroy Ohio and shot himself twice. He was taken to a Parkersburg West Virginia hospital in critical condition. In Washington I Fred Essary of the Baltimore Sun won the 1000 Pugsley Award for notable capital reporting on the Wickersham Commission and prohibition deliberations.
In Tamaqua Pennsylvania on August 11 Ralph Jones 55 shot his sister Hannah 60 then killed himself after a note claiming fear of losing his mind. The bodies were found by his wife upon returning from Atlantic City. A revolver lay beside them as authorities investigated the murder suicide.
Pierre Guillard, an engineer, slashed Millet’s world famous painting The Angelus with a knife today at the Louvre. Guards overpowered him, and the artwork was ruined before intervention.
President Hoover prepares to present his re election plan while Republican leaders from across the states gather. They highlight business revival and prohibition as key issues. Roosevelt speaks at the Democratic convention, contrasting platforms on prohibition and constitutional amendment.
Joe Connell known as Big Rabbit, 89, a Chicago brewer and minor labor racketeer, was killed by three men firing from a small sedan near his cabaret just before midnight. Police link the shooting to racketeering and Capone syndicate price wars, with Connell previously selling north side saloons at 30 dollars per barrel. Mrs. F. T. Allen of Wilmington, Illinois, visiting friends in the city, is noted in the report.
Aythmn Boys Wiz on NBC Jay Singing Lady. WAG on CBS 5 00 Jene Beasley. WABC 815 Mills Brothers. WHARF 11 00 Dream Singer.
Harrisburg Aug 11 The push to raise 12 million for relief stalled as Governor Pinchot refused to approve transferring four million from the road fund or cutting current appropriations. Legislators doubted passage of new taxes on cigarettes cosmetics and beer while Republicans backed a one cent per quart tax on liquor to fund relief. House leaders said the governor warned against using real money from the motor fund to the general fund. Continued on page 4.
In Waterford Fort LeBoeuf a daytime dedication ceremony hosted by the Daughters of American Colonists drew local attendees. The program included invocations by Bishop John Chamberlain Wad, greetings by Mrs. Redwood Lindsey, assembly singing, a report from the national committee, an address by Mrs. John Laidiaw Buel, a vocal solo, and presentations of gifts including a bench and flagpole for various state societies. Benediction closed the event.
The body of a Pittsburgh man, 26, identified as John Baggsno, owner of a Pittsburgh coffee shop linked to the Volpe brothers case, was found stabbed in a sack in Red Hook Brooklyn after checking out of a New York hotel Sunday night. Police report the murder occurred Sunday with the body discovered Monday.
On World Flight Wayzeta Minn Aug 11 Captain Wolfgang Von Gronau and three flying companions took off at 4123 A.M. for Winnipeg in a round the world tour.
Plea of guilty by a man from French Creek area to cruelty to animals led to a six month sentence in the local penitentiary. The case centered on the slashing and removal of a mare's tongue, allegedly committed after drinking Saturday night. The act, witnessed by a local nephew of the owner, sparked intense community reaction.
An advisory board to help the Reconstruction Finance Corporation review applications for self liquidating construction loans was formed in Washington. Members include Dr. Chass D. Marx of Stanford as chair, Joan Colesman of New Orleans, John Lyle Haterington of Kansas City, John Herbert Gregory of Baltimore, and Major General Lytle Brown, Army Engineers chief. The panel will judge feasibility and risk before reporting to the RFC board. In Harrisburg, Senator Silas reported a hotel theft where a gold watch and $100 were taken with a skeleton key.
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