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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1936

Page

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Disasters Mark Varied Weather Across Nation

Winter storms sweep the U S with tornadoes and cold. One Detroit fire kills five in a residence. several die from exposure. Torn ship wrecks in Lake Michigan rescue crews. Shipping and auto traffic paralyzed. temperatures plummet to 24 below zero in parts. Readied warnings cover Illinois Michigan Wisconsin and neighboring states. Police report injuries from tornadoes and wind storms across Mississippi Alabama Arkansas Texas.

United Press United States Mis Assatop Alabama Arkansas Texas Lake Michigan Bemi Minn Illinois Sarah Lane Lil Wan Lane Charles Lane Edmund Reuter Stanley Reuter

Government awaits king's next move in royal marriage crisis

London December 7 Prime Minister Baldwin told the House of Commons the next step in the crisis sparked by King Edward's plan to wed Wallis Simpson would come from the sovereign. Government spokesmen warned any delay risks prolonging uncertainty and affecting imperial relations, with Britain and dominions prepared to act once a decision is made.

Baldwin House of Commons Henry Tost Russell United Press London Stanley Baldwin Stra Wallis Simpson Great Britain Sweden Chekalugh Baldwiner Mary Slyipsun al Hort Belvedere Py United Preas Madrid Dye Mall

Ex senator Clark is resentenced in Liquor store case

Former State Senator William H. Clark of West Chester appeared in Dauphin county court for resentencing after a Superior Court ruling upheld by the State Supreme Court. He paid a $1000 fine and $687.13 in costs, following an appeal that reduced his initial $4000 penalty.

United Press Marrisburg Wm. H. Clark West Chester Dauphin County Court Today Lquor Store State Supreme Court Clark

Penny A Vote Total Message From Harrisburg

United Press dispatch from Harrisburg reports Roosevelt carried Tennessee by a large plurality in the November 3 election. Official totals show Roosevelt with 2,358,788 votes, Landon with 1,690,400, and the Republican candidate Gov. Alfred M. Landon. Pennsylvania ballots totaled 4,138,479.

United Presa Harrisburg Roosevelt Tennayl- Vanlo Rey Publica Alfred Mlannion Volea Roonavelt

Council to Adopt Budget Tonight In 1987 Tax Plan

City council will meet for a crucial session to set the 1987 tax levy and adopt next year’s budget. A 149-mill levy is likely, preserving the press ant levy, with total appropriations near 1936 levels. Drafts of both the tax levy and appropriations will be tabled for initial approval, pending later passage. Talks have touched on restoring pay cuts for the patrol and fire departments, but no formal action is seen yet.

Nelly Council Tate Potion and Fire Departments

Problem Child to Be Discussed at Junior High

The Corry Teachers Association and Corry PTA bring Dr. Hamblen Eaton of Polk State Institute to speak on The Problem Child at 8:00 p.m. tomorrow in the Junior High School auditorium. The public is invited as a large crowd is expected. the Senior High orchestra will perform beforehand.

H. C. Eaton Polk Institute Hamblen GC. Eaton Polk State Institute Eaton Corry

Insurance Head Sees Social Security Cushion for Future

Pittsburgh December 7 Leroy A Lincoln president of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company said in an interview that the federal Social Security program may provide a cushion against any economic disasters of the future. He added the program revolves about setting aside something at regular intervals to provide for tomorrow's demands.

Unites Pittsburgh Leroy A. Lincoln Metropolitan Life Insurance Company

New Deal Wins First Step On Important Bill

The Supreme Court granted a partial victory to the New Deal in a key case involving utility regulation. The North American Company won delay in testing the Utility Holding Company Act, with the court sending the matter to lower courts for a precise delay duration. The decision affects the government’s test suit against Decairn Bond & Share Co. and other pending actions in federal court.

Supreme Court United Press Washington New Deal Intities Holding Company Act North America North

Gas Sweeps Philadelphia Sickening Scores in Fog

A mysterious sulfurous gas, seeping through dense fog in South Philadelphia, sickened about a score of people and sent many to hospitals. Officials suspect ordinary illuminating gas leaking from a main, but some fear a chemical odor reminiscent of alcohol production. Nearby residents were warned not to sleep in their homes as more victims arrived.

Philadelphia United Press

Death Reunites Siamese Twins in New York

Plucky Simplicio Godino, once joined to his dead twin, faces life apart after a unique operation. He is expected to join his brother in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla, New York, as the story notes his death 12 days after the surgery.

United Press New York Simplicio Godino Gate of Heaven Valhalla N.Y T the Surgless

Dedication of New Church Draws Big Sunday Crowd

A large throng attended three Sunday services at the new church on North Center Street for its dedicatory day led by Bishop A. R. Clippinger. The Rev. Ray Harris, church staff, and visiting pastors delivered sermons. Rev. H. F. Reagle spoke, and Rev. B. F. Amy returned for the event.

Church of the Limited Velook North Centar Street Bishhop A. R D. D Dindyton Ohio Ray Harris Wwuatger BL. Wagner St. Paul's Laitherand Church Bishop Clippinger Chauxing H. F. Reagle Corry Church Clippinger Mona Corry BF. Amy Cambridge Springs Jamestown Glen ©. Reed Findley Lake Ara McGil Bramford Mra D. Dibble Youngavillé Roger Morey Bear Lake D. A. Schaefer Erie J. A. Higley Beaverdam R. J. Dg. Igleston Frewsburg Ud Mrs. J. Carlson Chandlers Valley

Social Security Act upheld in first test case

Boston Dec 7 The old age benefit provision of the federal Social Security acts was ruled constitutional by Federal District Judge George C Sweeney in the first test of the act. The case involved George P Davis of Waltham a stockholder suing to stop Boston and Maine Railroad from deducting contributions from employees salaries and from making its own contributions to the federal government. The judge declared the tax valid within Congress authority for general welfare and constitutional.

United Press Boston George C. 'Sweeney George P. Davis Waltham Boston & Maine Railroad Dude Sweeney U.S Roosevelt Congress

Pope Pius to Spend Week in Bed After Illness

Vatican reports Pope Pius XI rested comfortably after a difficult night as his physician and aides express cautious optimism. At 78 he faces a tougher recovery, with swelling and asthma complicating his condition. officials say he agreed to stay in bed while remaining active in spirit.

Pope Pius United Press Vatican City Vatican Arminta Milan AL Chatagi Iowa Wanrlyeas Tel Yaa

Three Clymer Residents Hurt In Auto Crash

Three Clymer residents were injured in a two vehicle crash near Lakewood city limits. The driver, Malcolm Ellwell of Lakewood, was arrested at his home and fined 850 for leaving the scene and other offenses. Mrs. Ginlys Button suffered a fractured pelvis and burns, while others had head injuries and fractures. A coupe driven by Milon Fagdink of Ashville also sustained damage.

Rue Button Jamestown Clynten Lake Kid White Wen Lo Frank Uwe Milon Fagdink Ashville Elwel Wardinje

Joy Finishes With 305 Total In GolF Showdown

In Coral Gables on December 7 Latwan Lattin Hue from San Francisco fought to a sub par score against Ralph Guldahl of St Louis for a $10,000 prize. The final round swing left Guldahl with an aggregate 213 to Lattin Hue 207 as the field pressed toward the title. Corry, Pa, reports a 30 percent finish rate.

Coral Gables Frome Francisco Challelipe Ralph Guldahl St Louis Auldant Tibole Lawanon Gwldall Tony Day BF Corry

Identity Of Killer In Woods Still Mystery

Warren county police searched for a hunter in the death of Benny J. Speck 23 of Croaningville Crawford county shot through the left temple while hunting near Brdenvor. Coroner M Lowrey said the shooter remained unidentified as tracks showed the killer approached the body then fled without aiding the victim. Thompson of Endeavor found Speck as he lay dying and said Speck misidentified the hunter. Continued on Page Five.

Warren County Benny J. Speck Croaningville Cussewago Crawford County Brdenvor Warren Prem. Cousty M. Lowrey Warren I Thompson Endeavor Te Wan

Thompson Elected to Head Young Democrats in Erie County

Kenneth W Thompson was elected at the first annual Young Democrats convention in Erie County, with officers named from Corry, Albion, Waterford, Union City and surrounding towns. The meeting in Erie featured remarks from Arthur Colegrove, state party chairman, and Paul V Hoole, with several Corry attendees.

Erie Corry Kenneth W.thompson Mra Violet McDonald Carl Minzenberger Frank L. Burger Erie County Harrisbout Arthur Colegrove Paul V. Hoole Als Lentown

Laughlin Editor Dies In Wheeling Aged 74

Wheeling West Virginia December 7 news records the death of A Laughlin a longtime newspaper editor and publisher aged 74. The passing ends a career in local journalism with decades of service shaping the paper.

A. Laughlin Wiblisher Miter m Brit 'Ness

Also Mentioned on This Page

Edward Wally Sen. Clark BUY Christmaih U. S Philly Death New United Brethren Church A. al. Clippinger Dayton Kane Hani Sally Sar Holy Father Clymer Joy Hunter Man Thompson Young Democrats
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