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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1936
Page
7
A condensed tale appears in Forbes highlighting a notable rocket project and its key figures. The piece underscores corporate and scientific involvement, naming executives and engineers shaping the venture's trajectory.
City Council voted four to one to rent a steam shovel from Corry Water Company for two months at 200 dollars per month to widen Hare Creek from Shady Avenue to Scott Crossing road. Mayor Miller opposed the expense, while Finance Director Mulderick and others supported the move. The project, about 2,300 feet from the outlet to Shady Avenue, aims to prevent water hazards as fall weather approaches.
The piece reflects on the Chautauqua movement and rural America, praising moral tradition while critiquing economic policy. It notes Gov Landon's visit as strategic for Republican aims, outlining a midwestern battleground and fundraising roles, with four WIRA equipment operators mentioned.
A coroner's jury planned for August 28 found Newman Alexander seventeen at 1816 West 14th street may face charges for a collision at 6th street and Beverly River that killed two WPA workers, injured four others. Driver Carl Reitinger, twenty four, indicated he might harm himself. Victims John Wlemm and Samuel Thomas, ages sixty three and sixty two, lived at Western and West 4th streets. Witness Gale Russell, truck driver, said he followed the Reitinger car about 100 feet behind before the crash. The jury noted Alexander drove too fast, about 35 mph, and authorities weigh possible criminal charges.
Mrs Eva Stude of Allegany New York faced assault and battery charges after a quarrel on Route 6 near Eldred. Leo J Eaton of Kane accused her of striking him after a dispute over a car bumping incident. Stude posted $400 bail. Eaton was fined $10.50 and costs.
Erie County Treasurer Ralph B. Cord urges taxpayers to use the new installment plan to settle delinquent 1935 taxes with penalties abated for pre-1930 accounts. Taxes of 188% must be paid with penalties first. one-half percent interest accrues monthly if unpaid. Paying now saves penalties and avoids lines before the deadline.
Mr and Mrs Allison Kent were honored with a large bridal shower at the home of Mrs Warner McCray in Corry with 165 guests. Gifts included a complete dish set and guests enjoyed refreshments after entertainment provided by visiting relatives and friends. The couple, formerly Miss Beatrice McCray, also received prior honors from local teachers and a party hosted by Mr Kent’s parents Mr and Mrs Clyne Kent of Wattsburg.
A mixed notice item describes a cattle sale near Beaverdam Erie County with two carloads of western cattle and work horses, plus a PA highway bid for a 182 ft bridge and 1008 ft roadwork on Route 25048 in Erie County Watertown Amity Townships. Sealed bids due Sept 1 1936 with drawings available for purchase.
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