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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1939
Page
3
A fragment notes the anniversary of Puttons first steam boat voyage in America in 1807. It also reports on a Rex theatre prize going unclaimed and a police search for Hassell Pier, a 14 year old missing from Ripley New York, with possible destinations Guy or Girard.
Judge Arird appoints Pete Ostergard of 324 Union Street to fill the unexpired term of J A Sagerdahl on the Warren County Board. Ostergard sworn in and begins duties immediately. He is a former Firemen's Relief Association official and a Republican candidate for county commissioner.
Mrs Electa Jones widow of George B Jones died at her son Orly Jones home Worth street this morning after a stroke last Saturday. Born Cory August 24 1862 she lived mostly here with a spell in Michigan and leaves three other sons Walter Clarence and Clio all of Erle six grandchildren one great grandchild and several nieces. Funeral Sunday at Bracken Keating chapel at 2 PM with Rev H Ray Harris U B church Heluting burial Pine Grove cemetery.
Charles Don wid Schutt six year old son of Mr and Mrs Roy Schutt Mayville Sherman road died yesterday from internal injuries after a horse kicked him. Dr M L Adams of Mayville treated him and was recalled when his condition worsened.
Three communities Columbus Bear Lake and Freehold join for Lottsville fair September 15 16. President Robert Scott Bear Lake chaired a meeting with seventy attendees as committees and directors map activities and pricing to boost prizes entertainment and concessions. Ex officio directors include Milton Bonney CJ Cowles Helen Ransom and FH Wuestholt with special price lots managed by Nate Doud and Ken Stowell.
Stoneboro prepares for the 72nd exposition of the fair with about 9000 dollars in premium awards for exhibitors. 4-H and Future Farmers of America members compete in a larger livestock judging contest while top dairy and horse divisions draw strong entries. A twelve event racing program offers a 6100 dollar purse, and free afternoon attractions feature stage and radio stars. Entry day opens Thursday with major attractions planned through Labor Day.
The Pennsylvania Brewers Association says it will not pursue court actions to block wet and dry referenda in Pennsylvania September primaries. Jobin A. Priday, director and Duquesne Brewing Co president, states the group does not seek to deny citizens the right to vote on local option questions.
Roosevelt backed by liberal faction at the Young Democrats convention as leaders pledge support for New Deal arms and relief programs. Williams defends relief expenditures while critiquing political manipulation of figures amid economic strain.
A Sunbury girl, 13, identified as the mother of a five month old daughter, admitted quitting public school to marry William Zeisny Jr. A court order released details of the union and a suppressed license. The couple, with their red headed child, receive $850 weekly relief as a living arrangement unfolds amid contested guardianship.
A Monessen report notes renewed activity at the Pittasaren Shel Ch furnace and layoffs at the Ball Vernon plant of American Window Glass Company in Pennsylvania. Officials expect the Holl Vernon operation to reach capacity with 500 men and 49 women workers after a three month closure.
Titusville Country Club's golf team visits Corty for a one o'clock match as locals seek to avenge a previous loss to Titusville earlier this season.
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