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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1937
Page
1
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The region faces continued cold and heavy snow through Saturday as weather fronts disrupt travel. Officials warn motorists to stay off rural roads while highways remain slick and plow crews battle drifting snow in western Pennsylvania and western New York. Buffalo endures its worst December snowstorm in years with drifts closing streets and rail lines under gale forces.
The General State Authority announced low bids on Warren State Hospital projects. BF Amundson & Petersen of Sheffield submitted $104,000 for general construction. A. S. Carvey of Raleigh bid $610,286 for plumbing. Lakes Engineering Company of Erie bid $7,886 for heating. Beckley Inc of Beckley bid $5,048 for electrical work.
In Huntington West Virginia Dee 3 the final trial of Annett A Booth for kidnapping Dr James Sever 79 continues with handwriting and fingerprint evidence. The prosecution seeks a heavy penalty after the ransom demand was seized and the case hinges on the expert testimony presented today.
A dusty couple started with Mother nature and ended up in trouble as inattention to the road led a motorist and companion off course. They narrowly escaped tragedy while admiring scenery and courting danger. Authorities urge caution on winding byways.
United Press reports a new wave of proposals to boost business and stabilize crops stalled the farm bill progress. Senate and House leaders feared failure before year end as only two pages of the 100 page bill were reviewed in two days, with leaders optimistic about clearing major hurdles but wary of delays into January.
New York reports increasing signs of a reversal in steel output with expectations of a moderate production rise by mid January. The authority notes last week’s operating rate at 27.5 percent of capacity, down 2.5 points from the prior week, marking the twelfth consecutive week under 20 percent since September 18.
Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden told the House of Commons that Britain will blockade the Spanish coast against insurgents and will protect British shipping from interference. He warned that such shipping will be protected and urged restraint from any interference by Spain or its allies.
Dearborn police arrested a dozen United Automobile Workers members who attempted to distribute union literature at the Ford River Rouge plant entrance defying a safety order. In Pittsburgh a 16 year old girl Nancy Bluph Oliver dies and seven other children are injured in coasting accidents last night.
Washington December 8 The Committee for Industrial Organization announced that John L Lewis would meet with the Steel Workers Organizing Committee next week to discuss new bargaining demands. A wage policy for 445 companies led by U S Steel and Carnegie–Tlingis Steel will be prepared for presentation February 7 to management, with contracts expiring February 28. The group aims to empower its officials to negotiate best terms while avoiding definite commitments on 30 hour weeks and wage hikes. Several hundred proposed resolutions urge standards for a forthcoming conference on steel labor.
Nine Christmas events are staged at the Ammerican Legion home with the Lades' Auxilary and line Legion Post joining Friday evening and the Sons and Daughters of the Legion to entertain Saturday. Activities include second national convention discussion in New York City, refreshments, and a toy and charity program for children. A large turnout of youths is expected.
Philadelphia December reports a second inquest was opened into the death of 5 year old Nanty Glenn after a college girl allegedly confessed to attacking her in a moment of anger. The body was found face down in a muddy pool near her home. The coroner's jury ruled the death accidental by drowning.
A blaze gutted a National Bank of Union City owned garage on Nor Street near Ritz Restaurant. The fire damaged or destroyed 1988 Chevrolet sedans and several other autos, with an estimated loss around $10,000. Fire crews contained the flames despite freezing weather.
In Austin Texas a military plane crashed into a home wounding and killing residents including Spencer Albright’s family. The pilot Captain A Avelino of the Mexican army perished in the crash near the Kelly Field training area.
The annual Congress of American Industry in New York, run by the National Association of Manufacturers, received recommendations to strengthen ties between industry and agriculture. L. J. Taher, master of the National Grange, welcomed attendees and urged business leaders to aid farmers toward a more permanent, satisfying civilization and broader freedom and democracy through a more abundant life for all.
President Roosevelt today submitted to another treatment for his infection and planned to spend hours with government officials on business evolutions relief and other matters. Harry Hopkins Delancey Kountze and Henry Morgenthau Jr were among those invited to luncheon.
U S Ambassador William T Dodd told reporters he has submitted his resignation and will retire in January He cited not being a millionaire and unable to spend the typical 30000 a year as a reason for declining further service in Berlin Dowd recalled his 1933 appointment and his long interest in German people and European motives drawn from study and years in Germany
Amos Pinchot publicist charged before the New York Board of Trade that the New Deal is creating a working plan to transform American democracy into a fascist autocracy. He cited four administration developments he said would lead to dictatorship embracing U S political and economic systems. Tommy Manville fires secretary in New Rochelle as he seeks a few creatures of blonde fame.
Federal Reserve Governor Marriner Eccles told the Senate housing committee that larger inducements than proposed may be required to attract private capital to President Roosevelt's housing program. Eccles, a key originator, proposed two amendment changes to the federal housing act. One option would issue three percent debentures by the Federal Housing Administration from taxation, the other would raise the proposed five percent interest rate in the amendments.
Japanese forces bombard Nanking from the air and shell the capital as they press a three-sided assault. Reports say heavy artillery on Purple Mountain domintates the city while Chinese defenders fight stubbornly. Foreign observers note potential proximity to final capture and possible aims to seize other major ports.
Republican county chairmen unanimously approved a plan for a popular subscription to finance the party, aligning with the national committee’s continuous subscription program tested in Westmoreland county. Senator Hamilton Lewis denounced spectators and tricksters in the Senate, calling for unity against perceived attacks on the nation and its securities.
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