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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1937
Page
1
A damaged OCR listing shows scattered rental room notices and repair items among garbled text. It mentions rooms, garage heating, stove tones, a bathroom, and emended addresses. Names and coherent details are missing, leaving an unclear listing of properties and services.
Babson Park Mass December 10 Roger Babson says the current market slump hides a coming boom across commodities and business activity. He argues the rapid price moves reflect psychology not fundamentals and urges caution while noting massive potential gains in raw materials and related sectors over the next two years. He lists spot price contrasts with 1937 levels and warns against reckless speculation. Continued on Page Three.
Japanese shock troops reportedly breach Nanking walls as final assault begins. Spokesmen claim units reached southern slopes of Purkle mountain near the east gate and Taiping outside the city. Tokyo cabinet sources say war against China will continue until China is no longer anti Japanese.
United Press report from Wallington says a amended wages and hours bill gains support. Labor committee plans to present the measure to the house Monday with a wage hour administration and industrial committee system similar to NRA codes. Committees would set maximum hours and wages with a public representation cap, and the administrator would have veto power over their recommendations.
Police across eastern France hunted a gang linked to a murder factory at St. Cloud. Officials temporarily claimed capture, then admitted the fugitives remained at large as investigators pressed a man named Eugene George Weidmann, a confessed slayer, and a blond accomplice linked to Rio Milton, a noted trafficker.
A fragment discusses a hit and run driver who leaves an accident scene while an injured dog needs aid. It condemns motorists who fail to stop and render help, labeling such behavior as a grave moral failing and noting deaths could be prevented if aid were offered.
Miss Eifarmly Thomas of Grand Stteet fractured her left arm in a fall on icy church steps after organ practice at United Brethren in Christ Church last evening. The fracture was reduced and healing progresses favorably.
Veterans of Foreiew Ware post No 264 launches immediate statewide campaign to keep America out of war. Led by Archie W Thompson Post commander Paul Lines, petitions urge Congress and the President to adopt peace policies with a strong national defense. Petitions signed by city citizens will be distributed through churches fraternal groups and Doane's Hardware on West Main Street for signatories.
Clevesland dispatch reports a street car ran out of control on a hill and overturned injuring 12 passengers. About twenty aboard were thrown from the heavy trolley car as it slid 100 feet along a curve. Witnesses say the motorman appeared to lose control.
The Interstate Commerce Commission overruled railroad pleas for a 15 percent freight-rate increase for five days. The decision followed a routined public inquiry amid White House concerns about rail financing and ownership issues.
Seven firemen were injured as a ten dollar fire swept a two block long four story building in Lost Liberty District. Many were coated in ice from frigid temperatures while battling high pressure water. Paul Bighey suffered possible fractures in his spine and legs after falling 20 feet from an icy ladder. The Schulte United, Inc. owned building suffered about 100000 dollars in losses.
The state’s attorney general withdrew the suit against Gravel Material Co after Judge Margiol’s instruction. Gov. Harle influenced Colegrove to sever ties, with Margiotti noting areas never charged. The case involved divestment actions and implied political pressure amid a broader gravel scandal.
Arthur Helliwell, 79, of Robbinsdale Jamestown, died from a fractured stroke after being struck on the Lalkeeoort Road near Dunham Avenue while en route to work. The collision involved driver Benner Johnson, 78, of Mayville, who met with Coroner Henry C. Wallsworth. The accident occurred about 6:80 yesterday morning. Helliwell died en route to Jamestown General Hospital.
The City hosts a Christmas Outdoor Lighting Contest with a $60 prize fund. Entries register by coupon and must be on private property. judging emphasizes art, merit, and effectiveness. First prize $25, second $15, third $10, fourth $5, fifth $3.
Judging will be done by viewing the actual installation with the exterior visibility noted. Hours for judging are from 7 to 10 p.m. on December 19th, 28th, 1st, 2nd, and 8th. Winning displays may be photographed at the committee's discretion.
A bitter cold wave sweeps the United States. At least 100 deaths are reported from exposure and related causes across multiple states including western Pennsylvania. Fires, accidents, and hunting tragedies contribute to the toll as temperatures hover around six to fourteen degrees. Snowfall persists through the day.
President Rothe vell signals bold move by naming Joseph Kennedy as United States envoy to Great Britain. Kennedy would replace Robert W. Bingham on leave at Johns Hopkins Hospital, with Senate reaction mixed but largely supportive of a party appointment. A Baltimore court orders the December criminal term canceled by Judge Charles G. Hub bam in a case tied to county prosecutions.
Philadelphia attorney general petitions the state supreme court to take original jurisdiction on a test case about the constitutional validity of the 44 hour work week law. Court observers expect a delay as the court reviews the petition and facts for the record.
Sixteen pickets were arrested and charged after a union call for a labor rally near the Ford assembly plant in Ramsas City. Police detained members of the Confederation for Industrial Thihistrial Organisation and others attending the planned protest, as workers awaited further action.
Portland report says Governor Martin ordered workers back to lumber camps today after the CIO backed election resolved a union deadlock that idled 10,000 men for four months. He pledged state and local protection for returning workers.
Harrisburg</s> Liquor Control Board advances proposed amusement permit rules to ban advertising that lures patrons to a venue by music or sounds that can be heard or perceived by passersby. The measure aims to curb aggressive promotion and protect public decorum.
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