29 Aug 1935
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1935
Page
1
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Oswego reports the body of Hamilton Dillinger gang member found buried near a gravel pit. Autopsy notes a bullet fragment from a gun battle in Minnesota over a year ago. The victim’s identity was obscured by time and prior injuries, hindering confirmation at the inquest.
Italy moves to a wartime footing as a Mussolini led cabinet issues decrees mobilizing resources for a potential three year struggle on two continents. A Sept. 11 cabinet meeting and Sept. 4 League of Nations events frame rising tension over the Ethiopian crisis and possible military action.
Governor Barlet Johnson seeks facts after Harvey Taylor accuses Democratic politicians of pressuring unemployed voters to register as Democrats. Relief administrator Robert Johnson to confer with Harvey Taylor about charges amid emergency relief board meeting notes. A Republican auditor general Baldwin says evidence may apply to some workers in Dauphin County and echoes similar complaints from Clinton and Northumberland counties.
Washington Aug 29 The treasury reported it did not receive bids totaling the full 200 000 000 offering of one and one half per cent bonds of the federal farm mortgage corporation Secretary Morgenthau announced bids for 585 592 000 were received and 85 262 000 of the bonds were accepted at prices from 100 down to 93 with an average around 99
Collector George H. Gordon launched a campaign to collect the 1988 and 1854 per capita taxes. Back taxes total about 2 500 dollars. Levies will be issued on all head tax delinquents unless proof is provided that taxpayers cannot pay.
The Public Service Commission moved to ascertain the activity of Pennsylvania affiliates of the Associated Gas and Electric Company in the fight against the federal utility control act. The commission issued a case against Metropolitan Edison of Reading for failure to file a true contract copy with the Utility Clearing Corporation as required by law.
Candidates for Trie county offices addressed about the proposed state constitution revision at a Corry Country Club event hosted by the Corry Council of Republican Women. Will Rose spoke in place of Charles English as Erie attorney was unable to attend.
Esthonia reports Lee Bold Olsa, 23, executed himself with cyanide in a prison cell, the second inmate to choose this method under the new law granting condemned men the option of poison or hanging. The first execution occurred eight days earlier.
Standard Oil Company of California announced a drastic price cut for crude oil, up to 60 cents a barrel on light grades, effective immediately. The move signals a deepening clash between refiners and producers and undermines any voluntary production curtailment in California, which had not ratified the interstate compact.
Pittsburgh August 29 George Matuze 42 a key witness in a Westwood murder case died. District Attorney Andrew T Park said the death could be self inflicted or accidental after inspecting the scene. He dispelled suggestions that Matuze was killed for his testimony and noted a figure resembling Squire James Westwood fleeing his home after Martha Westwood was attacked last July 10.
Astrid, Queen of the Belgians, was killed when an automobile driven by Leopold III skidded into Lake Lucerne. Leopold, injured, was taken to Lucerne as Astrid’s death sent shock through Belgian subjects and royal circles. The couple were en route to their villa at Lierne to Luessnacht when the crash occurred.
Hollywood reports that Brunk Hauptmann’s lawyers plan to seek a new tutor in a bid to prove the Lindbergh baby is alive. They say the child is in custody of a Long Island family after being taken from an orphanage as the case continues. State police on Aug 29 said they found no credible matches among several reports of children resembling the Lindbergh boy.
Senator Huey P. Long charged that President Roosevelt is concealing the truth about the social security program after Long’s filibuster killed the appropriation. He criticized administration criticism of his actions as Congress nears adjournment.
Corry schools begin Monday September 9 with expected enrollment near prior year. Superintendent Ralph Dewty notes higher Senior High enrollment due to a large Sophomore class while elementary and junior high figures stay near 700 and drop slightly respectively. A health clinic aided by Mrs. Ora Harper urged vaccination certificates for first graders.
Harrisburg Aug 29 Governor Warle urged motorists to take care as the Labor Day exodus to vacation spots begins, aiming to reduce holiday deaths and injuries. Shenandoah Pal Aug 29 Housewives strike picketing butcher shops and groceries, demanding 20 percent meat price cuts.
Harrisburg August 29 Gov George Earl speeds creation of the Pennsylvania Public Works Authority to manage $81 million in federal grants. The nine member board splits 4 Republicans and 4 Democrats after Sen James Coyne joins, with Ralph Bashore named to the panel. The authority will sponsor projects, accept 45 percent federal aid, issue 3.3 percent bonds, and hold local property until bonds are repaid.
Rev. George B. Macnamara of Emmanuel Episcopal Church will speak at the Golden Rule Club's monthly dinner meeting next Tuesday evening, September 3. The August dinner was held in the J C C hall at Clymer with the Lady Rebekahs serving. Herbert Guilek serves as chairman of the business men's exchange committee.
Engineer Dickson announced plans to complete the cost estimates for the storm relief sewer project for the city Council meeting Wednesday evening. He aims to present the figures at the same time.
The Laity International congress resolutions urge worldwide cooperation between Communist groups and other true elements to topple existing governments and establish revolutionary regimes. They condemn German fascism as a counter-revolutionary force and call for methods to strengthen the proletariat, including mass organization beyond political parties.
City committees deny rumors the ox roast was abandoned and invite the public to inspect the new oven. Don V. Kinney of Spartansburg returns to supervise the roast, one of the finest oxen reportedly rolled in the region. The ox will be roasted Sunday night for the Columbus event.
The United States Steel Corporation moves to centralize control of the Carnegie Steel Company of Pittsburgh and the Mines Steel Company of Chicago, which together account for about 30 percent of production. Benjamin F. Fairless, former executive vice president of Republic Steel, will direct the new centralized operations from Pittsburgh.
Stocks drift higher in uneven action with fractions up to two points. Bonds show irregular moves while curb stocks rise slightly. Call money around 1 percent, the dollar firm. Grains mixed with wheat up one cent and corn and oats irregular. Cotton and silver steady. rubber firm. New York and Montreal futures unchanged or little changed.
Senate Democrats vow to watch Huey Long closely as the Louisiana governor enters the presidential campaign. Senator Schwellenbach says colleagues might pursue the Kingfish if he leaves his territory, noting personal interest in campaigning in his own state.
Health Officer H S Bunlingame announced the city has abandoned fears of a diphtheria outbreak. No new cases were reported for hours, ending a period of concern after the last illness was noted.
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