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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1931
Page
3
A corny critique of American courts denounces prosecutors and defense lawyers for seeking punishments beyond reason and urges judges to curb unethical conduct. It argues lay judges must ensure attorneys uphold ethics, with defense lawyers often insulting witnesses and distorting testimony. Leaders of the bar are urged to act decisively.
The article debates whether Germany alone bears blame for World War I. It cites a British economist at a Cleveland conference arguing all nations shared guilt for imperialism and arms buildup, which created conditions for war. It notes ongoing debate on who "struck the match" is less important than continuing aggressive policies.
A 1910 census shows China at 478 million, up 140.5 million in 21 years, with Manchuria and Sinkiang included. It traces population rises from 248 million in 1760 to 404 million in 1868 and 277 million in 1885, then warns of overpopulation risks and calls for birth control.
There was good attendance at the Methodist church last evening to listen to Hon Oliver W Stewart who spoke under the auspices of local WC TU. Secretary Morganaugh received a letter from State Economic Zoological Surface saying he will send sixteen cases of mounted birds and animals for exhibition at the Corry fair.
Oil City coverage reports protests against Amos n Andy radio comedy amid a white community drive. In Pittsburgh a bomb damaged the Italian Consulate early today, no injuries, consulate staff shaken, damage estimated at $3,000. Consulate and nearby homes suffered debris and broken glass.
A boat travels 161 miles per hour downstream and 10 miles per hour upstream. It is 22% per hour longer coming up than going down. Find how far down the boat went. Also notes on yesterday's answers and Grecian women dress styles described with details of outfits and accessories.
The piece presents a short English lesson by W L Gordon focusing on common misuses and spelling quirks. It highlights pronunciation notes for chrysalis and clarifys terms like lessee and insane. A daily goal is to master one word, with today's entry on raucous.
Prince Bismarck is named as Germany's Man of Tron. Pottery porcelain and firtaray are listed as Lie amic products. The Egyptians are credited with ancient wisdom. Rain water is identified as the purest form. Cape Sable, Florida, is given as the southernmost point of primal land of the U. S. A.
A brief report indicates oxygen-based treatment options may aid heart disease patients by stabilizing conditions and potentially improving symptoms. Early findings suggest therapies maintaining systemic oxygen levels could benefit those with specified heart conditions.
Coroner Frank N. Rowe ruled Erie Rail Road crews not criminally negligent after a collision at Conewango Valley crossing killed Mrs Mildred Bartlett aged 25 and her four year old daughter Phyllis. Nona Bowen 18 suffered severe injuries. Baby Herbert Bartlett Jr. survived. Rowe confirmed deaths due to injuries and issued death certificates. Train 517 was reported to be going slowly with signals operating.
In Dubois on Aug 12 Stanley Kos seven, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Kos of Kramer, was believed to sip water and fall into Sulphur Creek near his home. The body was recovered by the father after about 15 minutes but resuscitation failed. a playmate alerted the parent and a doctor arrived too late.
William Flanagan, a middle aged gambler who was abducted last Friday while walking his dog, was released unharmed on the Gary outskirts. He claimed no ransom was paid. his attorney said no money had been spent.
Three Oil City youths Riddle Guyton and Holden, about 15 years old, travel with camping gear aboard a heavily laden craft drifting down the Allegheny River toward determined destination. A family dog Brownie rode along, later returning home soaked. The voyage may continue toward Pittsburgh or New Jersey depending on weather and conditions.
A crash on Boot Jack hill near Ridgway sent Mrs. David Beveridge and Miss Minnie Leonard of Washington, Pa to Elk County General Hospital with injuries after two cars skidded at the curve on a wet morning. Beveridge had a fractured rib and facial laceration while Leonard suffered body bruises. discharge expected for Leonard today.
Rose Marie Brady daughter of Mr and Mrs William Brady and Walter Y Paulsen son of Mr and Mrs Bert ram Paulsen both of Titusville were united in marriage at the Methodist Episcopal church parsonage in Prankl by Rev H H Bare. They were attended by Mr and Mrs Lloyd Shep ard and Mr and Mrs Paulsen Jett Immediately following the ceremony they left for a two week motor trip visiting Michigan and Wisconsin. The bride is a teacher with the Titusville High School faculty and a graduate of Titusville High School and Indiana State Teachers College. Mr Paulsen works in the engineering department of the Union Steel Company in Erie.
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