Corry Evening Journal reports rising sales tax sentiment and ongoing hearings
The Corry Evening Journal notes growing support for a sales tax and covers continued hearings on liquor control favored by state authorities. It also reports a fatal shooting near Franklin involving Ziccardi, Hoffmann, and Coast, with Coast and Hoffmann killed or wounded and the suspect surrendering in Grove City after a confrontation at a mine site.
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Stock Market Drops After Hoover Speech Tie to War Tariff
Stock prices fell sharply in New York as bears dominated trading after President Hoover's address. Main list declines ranged from 6 points, with wheat and cotton futures dropping amid overbought concerns and persistent offerings. Some traders framed the speech as a factor, while others expected relief from the long-awaited tariff and debt policy signals.
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Moderate quake felt 4000 miles away at Georgetown
Washington August 12 a geologist at Georgetown University reported a moderate intensity earthquake occurring 4000 miles distant. The tremor began around 7:50 p m yesterday and reached its maximum intensity about 9:00 p m.
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Highway Patrol Stops Dozens of Corry Cars for Inspections
The Corry patrols under Vaughn stopped hundreds of cars along North Center street and Hare Creek road for lights and brakes checks. J. S. Durkin of Buffalo pleaded guilty to an incident on Hare Creek road and paid a $10 fine plus costs. William W Watson, cited for registration and license issues, was fined $20 and costs after a previous barricade crash on Union Street.
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Many Members Lean Toward Sales Tax Plan
Harrisburg August 12 Many Pennsylvania legislators search for relief funds and discuss a general sales tax to raise 13 million dollars. Mrs Mary Denman Latrobe urges a broad levy, arguing it is fair and less objectionable than targeted taxes. Lawmakers say a small rate could provide relief and avoid public anger over cigarette taxes.
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W C T U undecided on Hoover position in Seattle
Mrs Ella Alexander Boole, president of the W C T U, said they would oppose any changes to the 18th Amendment. Delegates gathering for the convention were unsure about endorsements, with some backing opposition to both major parties and support for dry congressional candidates. Boole, leader since 1925, announced she would not seek reelection.
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Corry Firemen at County Gathering
About 185 members of the Stanford Hose Company joined Erie County volunteers at the Erie County Volunteer Firemen's Association annual outing in North East. An afternoon program featured James quoits and a ball game for roughly two hundred firemen, followed by a 7 PM banquet at the Lakeside Hotel. The Castle School of Dancing provided entertainment.
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Youth Wanted for Jewelry Theft Near Wanaka Erie
Police seek a teen or preteen suspect in a home robbery at Wanaka near the lake road toward Erie. The youth, 15 to 17 years old, about 420 pounds, dark complexion, speaks broken English. Last seen riding a bicycle along the lake road toward Erie wearing oxford shoes and a blue striped shirt. Jewelry valued at about 500 dollars taken.
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Hoover shifts stance on 18th Amendment in acceptance speech
In a surprise move President Hoover signals support for the 18th Amendment with state control and federal protection, shifting the Republican line. Opponents including Roosevelt await comments as Wet and Dry factions react to the shift and the flood of coverage centers on prohibition policy.
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Decision in Walker Case Faces Delay at Albany
Governor Roosevelt delayed a ruling on removing Mayor James J Walter amid Hofstadter committee findings. Court orders earlier compelled the governor to show cause before resuming any decision, raising questions about the governor's authority to sit on fitness charges. The process could stretch past the November elections as Roosevelt weighs the Hofstadter testimony's impact on the removal case.
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Funeral Rites for Republican Leader in Pittsburgh
In St Pauls Cathedral Pittsburgh funeral services were held for a Republican leader with hundreds of party figures in attendance. Notables from Washington included Ambassador Andrey Mellon Postmaster General Walter Brows and Colonel Campbell Hodges the President Hoover personal representative. The Washington group also featured George de B Keim secretary of the Republican national committee and Ferry Heath assistant secretary of the U S treasury.
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Spartansburg Lad Fractures Leg In Gravel Wagon Accident
A Spar t sburg youth named Sperlock suffered a broken leg when his team pulled a wagon load of gravel near his home yesterday afternoon. He slipped starting the team and was dragged by the wagon. He was taken to Corry hospital where the fracture was reduced and he later returned home. In Reading Pa a car overturned on a dirt road detour near Grill near Bete killing Matthew Smith and injuring Joseph J. McIntosh, both 23 and state troopers attached to the West Reading barracks.
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Rin Tin Tin Dies at Fourteen a Fox Terrier Hero
The famous screen dog Rin Tin Tin has died in Hollywood at age fourteen from paralysis affecting legs and back. The beloved canine star, who began as a German shepherd mix, became a household name with numerous films and even autographed many letters weekly, signing as Rin Tin Tin.
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Ban on Married Teachers and Janitor Pay Debate
Corry Public School board weighs proposals to ban hiring of married teachers and to cut janitors’ salaries for 1992 88 term. A special meeting is planned next Monday at 4 o clock to decide on the hiring ban and contract renewals, with two salary reduction options. The action may trigger changes in contracts and sparked renewed debate over staff marriages and wages.
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Shooting stars visible around Corry after midnight
Residents in Corry and nearby areas reported a vivid meteor display late at night with numerous shooting stars visible after midnight. The phenomenon intensified as the evening progressed and meteors remained visible in greater numbers after midnight.
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Five Best Radio Entertainments Listed for Today
WEAF and NEC networks feature Gay Naineties at 5:30 p m. WABC and CBS present Vaughn de Leath and Ally Thomas. At 6 45 p m Conan Boswell appears. WEAF hosts Art Jarrett at 10:00 p m.
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Bank deposits near six hundred fifty thousand alleged
Harrisburg Aug 14 United Press staff correspondent Thomas E Williams reports Gov Adm investigation into financing of public servant Pan Juniasiaa and suspicions about bank deposits linked to Philip Benn. Authorities note deposits totaling 650000 over years, with 375000 within three years and 3650000 over ten years while Benn traveled abroad with Charles English, a leading utility figure in northwestern Pennsylvania. The governor urged swift Senate action to examine the relationship between the public service commission and Bennett funds.
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Daybreak Ends Mine Strike Violence in Hocking Valley
Daybreak ends a night of mine strike uprisings in the Hocking Valley. Bullets bombs and fire terrorized Chauncey and surrounding areas. Homes were destroyed dynamite charges set fires and exchanges of gunfire occurred between strike sympathizers and state soldiers. A fiery cross was burned near Nelsonville as residents woke to the violence.
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Hitler to confer with Von Hindenburg in Berlin
Berlin reports that Adolf Hitler, Nazi leader, is en route from Munich for a planned interview with President von Hindenburg. The dispatch notes the high level talks and the tense political climate as Germany moves toward decisive leadership.
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