Threaten Loss Federal Aid for WPA Program
Corry risks losing a WPA grant of over $100 000 for a storm sewer and sewage plant project as City Council delays approval. WPA approved the allotment last week but council holds back on final sanction, threatening to forfeit labor and material funding. State and federal review steps continue with additional data requested to secure the grant. Continued on Page Seven.
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Corry
Stahm
Department of Internal Affairs
Hurrishing
Abond
State Department
Marelstw
Worka Progress ‘Administration
Icy Highways Cause of Minor Accidents
Following yesterday’s snow and freezing mist, icy highways caused several minor accidents and numerous skids around Corry. State patrol reported no serious injuries by noon, but warned drivers to proceed with extreme caution on hills and curves.
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Inear
State Highway Patrol
Uil
Corry
Uphold All 12 Charges of Murder
The Fayette county court upheld the indictments of 13 persons accused in the third degree death of Frank Monaghan, hotel proprietor of Uniontown. The decision overruled a temper petition and opens the path to trial beginning in January. Indictments were obtained by Attorney General Charles J. Marglotti as special prosecutor before the county grand jury. Monaghan, 64, father of Professor Franke OC Monaghan Jr of Yale, allegedly was beaten to death in the courthouse basement last September.
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Frese Gnigntown
Fae
Fayatte
Frank
Monagiun
Uniontown
Dannavy Ith
Charles J. Marglotti Activuy
Monaghan
Franke OC. Monaghan, Jr
Yale University
Rebels Launch New Attack On Madrid Today
Seven rebel bombers supported by twenty four pursuit planes attacked northwestern Madrid twice this morning as insurgents renewed assaults on the city. One power plant was disabled plunging parts of the city into darkness and halting streetcars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
Francisco Banco
Red Cross
Child Hit By Auto On Pleasant Street Injures Girl
A Y ear old daughter of Mr and Mrs Hugh Foreman of 127 Third avenue was struck by a car on West Pleasant street near her home. She suffered bruises and lacerations and was rushed to Corry Hospital where doctors say the injuries are not serious though full extent awaits X rays. The driver George Stockton attempted to stop but slippery pavement contributed to the accident. In Waynesburg Pa a virgin oil field may yield 100 barrels daily from Washington town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pleasant Street
Hugh Foreman
Third Avenue
George Stockton
First Avenue
West Pleasant Street
Corry Hospital
Stockton
No Dissenting Vote On Pension Program Bill
The Earle administration's unemployment insurance bill was unanimously approved by the House with a 207 to 1 vote, one member absent. The measure funds a $50,000 appropriation to establish the job insurance system and moves to the Senate for final action amid a tight legislative schedule.
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House of Representatives
Senate
United Press
Harrisburg
Earle
House
Howe
Jeter
Delays Issued for Warren Duo Inquest into Deaths
Inquests into the deaths of S. W. Smith of Erie and Michael Vescio of Warren, electrocuted at the Warren Pennsylvania Electric substation on November 8, were adjourned. The delay was due to substation operator Crowley recovering from a car crash and unable to attend. Coroner Ed Lowrey led witnesses who described live wires near work areas and the fatal mishap with high tension lines.
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S. W. Smith
Erie
Ovell
Michael Vescio
Warren
Pennsylvania Electric Company
Crowley
Lowrey
Warren County
Arnold Schaefer
Eric
Smith
Vesclo
Sanith
Draft Legislative Plan To Save Millions In Pennsylvania
A legislative program to cut taxes by 28 million dollars annually without sacrificing essential services was presented to the Pennsylvania taxpayers forum today. Forum president Rowe Sanna of Philadelphia urged endorsement of the economy proposals as directors approved the plan.
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Taxpayers’ Forum of
Pennsylvania
Provosils
Rowe Sanna
Philadelphia
Earle to Seek Halt of WPA Curtailment
Gov George H Earle planned a Washington meeting with Federal Revet Administrator Harry L Hop kins to block curtailment of the WPA in Pennsylvania. He would travel this afternoon and return tonight or tomorrow, after Acting State Administrator J Banks Hudson announced a cut that could affect about 30000 project workers.
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United Press
Harrisburg
George H. Earle
Harry L. Hopkins
Washington
Pennsylvania
WPA
J. Banks Hudson
Works Progress Administration
Earle
Townsend and Aides Indicted by Court
Washington Sue Townsend and two aides, Dr. Francis B. Townsend, Dr. Clinton Wunder, and John B. Kiefer, were indicted by the District of Columbia grand jury on contempt of the U S House of Representatives. The charges stem from their refusal to appear before a House investigating committee after hearings.
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Washington
Sue
Francis B. ‘Townsend
Meutenanta Tf
Panalon
District of Columbia Grand Jury
U. S
House of Representatives
Townsend
Clinton Wunder
John B. Kiefer
Youth Admits Driving Auto in Fatal Accident
Titusville and Crawford county officials reopened an investigation into the November 19 fatal accident that killed Lawrence Dillinger, 19, near Titusville. Elmer OhI, 49, confessed to driving the car. authorities are undecided on charges and OhI was released on his own recognizance. Dillinger was related to local residents, and the victim was the nephew of Mrs. Harley Banks.
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Titusville
Crawford County
Lawrence
Dillinger
Elmer Owl
J Sack Hbieyie
Muchin
C. H. Blocker
Highway Patrol
Meadville
Ohi
Elven
Ohl
Harley Banks
Rey C. Dillinger
Pearl Awpps
Hunter Mistaken for Deer Shot by Brother
A 10 year old boy, Gloria Beck, mistook a hunter for a deer and shot him. The accident occurred while the trio, including their father, hunted near Weeds Ville, Pennsylvania. The bullet struck Berk’s right lung at about 100 yards and he was rushed to a DuBois hospital in critical condition.
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Mig Irene Dubois
Gloria Beck
Weeds Ville
Berk
DuBois Hospital
Fire in Charlotte destroys two buildings and displaces families
A December 3 fire in Charlotte Pennsylvania caused about 69 000 in damage to two buildings and threatened an entire block. The blaze reportedly started in the Denney Clothing Shop and spread to an adjoining warehouse and two offices, forcing three families to leave their homes.
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United Press Charlerot
Denney
Donation Day at Carry Hospital Proves Highly Successful
The Halles Auxiliary of Carry Hospital reports a successful Donation Day attracting many locals. Collections included vegetables, canned goods, infant items, and a $45 gift to the society plus a $100 donation from Mrs. C. F. Biles. The auxiliary plans remodeling of the Bliss Children's Ward with snow radiation and French doors, creating a sun room and possible expanded rooms. Six new members joined, including Mrs. J. A. Cassidy, president.
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Halles
Carry
Anmenta
Needlewark Guild
Ayrangtt
HH. Kenpel
Gla
C. F Biles
Bliss Children's
Uhe
J.A. Cassidy
Ex congressman Biddle dies after grief over wife
J F Biddle 65 longtime newspaper publisher and former Republican congressman dies at his Huntingdon home after a three week illness caused by heart trouble rooted in grief from his wife’s October death. He served in the 2nd Congress and on the Pennsylvania Republican State Committee. He owned and published multiple papers including the Everett Press Huntingdon News Daily News Mt Union Times and Bedford Gazette.
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J. F. Biddle
Huntingdon
United Press
Toseph PF Biddle
Biddle
Republican State Committee
Pennsylvania
Everett Press
Huntingdon News
Anemi-Yweeldy
The
Daily News
Buldle
Union Times
Bedford Gazette
Bedford Inquirer
Roosevelt in Uruguay Promises New Era of Progress
President Roosevelt delivers a farewell speech in Montevideo praising a new era of progress in the Western Hemisphere. He asserts nations of the Americas must move forward toward common goals and democratic governance, emphasizing unity and cooperation. The address accompanies a brief pause in Uruguay during a ceremonial visit with Mrs. Roosevelt and Senora de Tena, aboard the Indianapolis.
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United Press
Urujiaay
Dec
South America
Hies
Dent Gabriel
Washington
Roosevelt
U. 8
Indianapolis
New World
Gavneuen
NRA Substitute Now Prepared Plan For NRA Reform
Former NRA Administrator Donald R Rich berg proposes a broad NRA reform program built on legislation modernizing and enforcing anti-trust laws. He argues poor working conditions are an unfair competitive factor and questions hours and gas use while aides discuss possible Congressional action.
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United Press
Washington
NRA
Donald R. Richberg
Hugh Johnson
Burte
Searsis
Mliltlis Nla
Ukenex Congress
William J. Borah
Tate
Inter Tale Commence
Secretary of Commerce
Daniél C. Roper
Kts
Japlin China Port Big Strike In Shantung City
United Press dispatch from Tsingtao reports Japanese marines and Chinese workers clashed as 800 Japanese marines seized strategic positions in Shantung city while Chinese textile mill workers went on strike. The Japanese flagship Tozumo was reported speeding from Shanghai.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Tsingtao, Chins
Thie Shantiung Semport
Chipewe
Lextile Milla
Shanghai
Woman Burns From Dress Fire At Park Street Home
Mrs Tile Smith, 65, a housekeeper at the C I Baler residence, suffered severe burns to the legs back and thighs when her dress ignited near an open stove. In serious condition at Corry Hospital after the Wednesday incident, doctors said her recovery is expected with rest and careful care.
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Tile Smith
C. i. Baler
Park Street
Corry Hospital
Corry
Fmith
Abdication of Edward Appears Very Probable
London reports the potential abdication of King Edward amid a scandal involving his relationship with Mrs Wallis Simpson. Government and public mood tilt toward preventing a constitutional crisis, with ministers and Parliament weighing whether abdication or a royal marriage would resolve the crisis. The scene features Belvedere, Marlborough House, and reactions from Queen Mary and prominent officials as the nation tires of the royal affair.
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Webs Miller
United Press
London
Bec
Edward
Wallis Simpson
House of Commony
Philiir
Hese Prin
Winston Ghurenicht
Ducisiun
Membsin
Baldwin
Puogtens
Barwin
Cornwall
Duchess
Simpson
England
Canturies
Wic
Attentaytat
Belveduris
Maes
Simpaor Hays
Minther
Marlborough House
England drops war debt payment plan
London December 3 Neville Chamberlain chancellor of the exchequer stated Britain would not reopen war debt discussions with the United States or France. He did not expect an early settlement on debt between the United States and France.
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England
United Press
London
Nevill Chamberlain
The
Exchequar
Loray
United
United States
France
Deer Slayers At Heart's Content And Nearby
Glen Davis scores four points for Heart's Content and Eugene Davia nets alx points. A G Reesink finds Kinzus while Dr G H Bennett adds four points near Smethport. A L Reot makes a light point near Smathport as Spencer contributes four points for Turmad Waidneg Gesrigen.
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Glen Davis
Eugene Davia
A. G. Reesink
Kinzus
G. H. Bennett
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Waynesburg
Washington Town
Min
W. Smith
Lawrence Dillinger
Ladies Auxiliary
Uruguay
Americas
Richberg
Japlin China Port
King
Quard Simpson
Wally
Deer Slayers
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