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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1935
Page
4
A Washington oriented survey of 1932 politics notes Herbert Hoover's lag in the capital versus broader GOP appeal, with Georgia and Maryland figures split on Roosevelt support, while party insiders weigh economic policies, debt relief, and implications of government relief programs on the 1932 nomination race.
A 1914 like panorama unfolds with Italy moving to conquer, Germany awaiting its moment, and France and England drawn in. The United States faces entangled alliances, public opinion backing restraint, and a likely path of limited intervention aided by a neutrality bill as munitions shipments to Mussolini continue.
The article notes an early start and longer season for summer vacations, with rising travel by rail, air, steamship and bus. Demand amid job losses and milk discontinues is contrasted by increased spending by travelers and more people returning to work. The trend suggests vacations may double in frequency in coming years.
An analysis notes Osage Nation royalties have recovered from declines in the early 1900s to about 2 million dollars annually. It highlights historic payments shrinking to 600 dollars per member in hard times, then rising with head rights and petroleum royalties totaling around 250 million dollars for the tribe, illustrating dramatic wealth shifts and the tribe’s enduring resilience.
The article argues the Senate should investigate the Rogers and Fost crash to identify causes and prevent repeats, not assign blame. It contrasts aviation’s crash with the Alaskan disaster and Memorial Day car incidents, urging moderation of stunts in aviation events to avoid sensationalism.
Hollywood Aug 28 report traces early casting of Romeo and Juliet. It notes boy actors, then mothers and daughters, sisters and brothers in various celebrated stage versions across England and America. Highlights include May Menderson and Fanny Kemble performances and the 1754 Nassau Street Theater debut.
Fragmentary notes imply ongoing doubts about past exhibitions and the toll on Uke air industry, suggesting support costs may outweigh benefits. The remark hints at broader concerns over scheduling and outcomes of showcasing efforts.
A fragmented ad promotes a product to relieve stomach gas and heart pressure by sleeping on the left side or using a specific drug. It mentions a store name Rate Drug Store and a vague dosage note. The wording is unclear and appears to be an old-time medical advertisement.
Paris aug 26 pearls dominate Paris fashions with ropes and big drops worn by socialites Queen Mary and visiting Maharajahs sparked the trend cultured pearls grown in oysters now rival natural ones. Three strand graduations are popular and novelty clips feature bees crabs and large pearls.
The column notes August 29 readers fall under the star signs of that period with general Indications of the Day. It advises favorable morning prospects and travel or study benefits through late September 1935, with a clarified life outlook change from December 1935 to October 1936.
The gilded statue of Treadom atop the capitol dome is refurbished for closing ceremonies as congress adjourns. Two debonair figures climb to the statue to polish eight months of legislative debate while leaders eye a poised 1936 car and budget fights linger with PWA figures and Hopkins publicity.
Thomas A Edison Jr 59 eldest son of the late inventor died of head disease at a Springfield hotel while traveling from the Edison summer home. He had checked in under an assumed name to avoid publicity. His body was sent to East Orange after his brother Charles arrived.
A journal recap from August 26, 1915 covers a new prick veneer parsonage project on West Pleasant Street, a quiet wedding at the Porter home uniting Marie M Sullinger and George W Sullinger with Rev. G Sharpley officiating, travel plans by Mrs Kate Keim and daughter Belle to Hutalo Boston and New York, a Charlie Chaplin contest drawing large crowds with prizes awarded to Billy Shuss Dan Long Herman David and Jack Paulson, an employment bureau at the Corry Board of Commerce noted as progressive, five-year-old Paul Lyons of Beaverdam breaking his cocar bone and receiving care, and the return of Mr and Mrs Harry Alexander from vacation to Canton Ohio.
An advertisement features testimonials from William Weagraff of Los Angeles and Mrs H W Davis of Chicago praising San Cura Ointment for rapid eczema and rash relief after months of doctoring and lamp therapy. A baby’s facial eczema also cleared, with prices listed as 50¢ and 60¢ at all druggists.
Harrisburg police sign a petition waiving weekly off days and annual two week vacation despite a new act requiring them. Officials say the city would face 8000 dollars extra this year and about 15000 dollars next year to meet salary provisions under the law.
A law school graduate and former District Attorney with 27 years of active practice seeks judge. He is described as courteous and a gentleman whose entire town backs his fitness. His nomination would secure Republican leadership at the ticket head.
A giant revolving globe is being erected in Moscow's Central Park of Culture and Rest. It will depict in relief the routes of traders, railways and waterways, reflecting the era's focus on global connectivity and industrial progress.
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