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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1937
Page
1
Fragmentary probate notice lists names and dates for estate proceedings in Pennsylvania. Mentions executor L. Bank and Maurice J. Brie, hearing scheduled in December 1987, with a request for claims and inquiry by interested parties.
Storm system drenches western Pennsylvania raising Allegheny River crest to 27 feet, threatening Pittsburgh and nearby towns. Johnstown reports Stoney Creek river passing seven feet as heavy rains and warm temperatures melt snow across the region.
Streams across the district rose rapidly after night rain and snowmelt with danger not imminent if rains stop. Forecaster predicted colder weather or snow this afternoon might halt rises. Monongahela and Ohio rivers showed slow increases while the Allegheny valley endured about an inch of rainfall in the last 24 hours.
Iflier delayed by a minor wreck on the Pennsylvania Railroad Buffalo line as a wheel of a southbound freight derailed near Chili's Switch north of the city. The passenger train was torn up behind the freight car, then repaired in the rails after a short delay. The incident occurred shortly before noon with one car restored after the derailment.
Public safety note urges closing doors slowly only after engine warms. It warns carbon monoxide can seep into homes from running cars in attached garages and cause fatalities in minutes. Officials cite about 800 deaths yearly from exposure and urge caution to prevent deadly, silent intrusions.
Huntington, Dec. 15 Two more youths faced death in the gallows today for participation in the kidnapping of Dr. James Seder former West Virginia minister and city leader. After 42 minutes the jury found John Travis and Orville Paul Adkins guilty on kidnapping charges. Last week Arnett A. Booth was found guilty in the same case. The verdicts carried automatic death sentences on the gallows.
Harrisburg reports broad cuts to angling creel limits for 1838. Daily combined creel rises to 25 with size rules removed for many protected species. Trout limits drop. lake trout and bass rules tighten. carp unrestricted. muskellunge and related species set new size and seasonal constraints.
John Polens of Garland and Joe Senauskas, both young convicted murderers, are scheduled to die in the electric chair during the week of January 31. Governor George H. Wardle has established the new execution period granting a one day respite from the original January 10 date to allow the clemency board to consider petitions. The pair remain confined in Warren County prison until two days before the electrocution.
Winners were announced today in the Christmas Seal poster contest among sixth and seventh graders after a post week. The Golden Rule Clit awarded 5 in prizes, four children sharing. Betty Bloss led entries with special mention from judges Mrs. B C Barnes Principal Howard Sheen and Miss Lena Cohen. Arrangements are underway to display prize posters next week at the Junior High School. Sixth Grade girls Betty Bloss won 1 25 first prize. Doris Stowe Mary Ina Kovelle Jean Anderson Helen Marie Westley and Dorothy Hunney honorable mention. Sixth Grade boys Thomas Duma first prize. Wentel Haines Keith Ori Donald Dickinson Frederick Mewldowney Richard Jurent honorable mention. Seventh Grade boys Carlyle Caldwell first prize Rawmlidity Tanner Robert Aver Dick Wagner honorable mention. Seventh Grade girls Jean Vogt first prize.
Greensburg Pa December 18 Harry Bates 37 year old killer of his cousin a 18 year old was sentenced for life by Judge J Hilary Keenan Bates a worker from Dairy township was convicted by a jury after pleading insanity and was to be removed to western penitentiary for the life term
Report from Clarion Pennsylvania details a burglary at the local post office. Bandits used acetylene torches to burn vault doors and looted stamps and cash while a driving rain masked noise. Police expect a full audit to determine the loot and scope of entrance beyond the outer vault.
The Pennsylvania State Education Association will hold its annual convention in Harrisburg from December 27 to 28. Notable speakers include Lord Marley on The Danger of War, Governor George H. Wade, and Lester Ada, with other lectures by J Henry White and Harry Elmer Barnes. More than 68 thousand members across 237 SEW branches will attend, with sessions across departments and round tables.
The J Graves & Son Co of Minneapolis submitted the lowest bid for the Tionesta dam construction, second of several Hood control dams planned in western Pennsylvania. Graves bid 2,248,810, just 1,295 under Minder Construction Corp of Chicago’s 2,631,508. Bids were in the U S Army Engineers focal office and will go to Washington for review before award.
Mr and Mrs N W Crowell of 320 King Street quietly celebrate their sixtieth wedding anniversary at home. No public observance is planned though the Journal joins officials and acquaintances in extending felicitations on this notable occasion.
Springfield Dec 18 A jury of farmers and tradesmen found eight men guilty in a bombing conspiracy case tied to rival coal miners unions. The verdict follows five weeks of testimony in U S district court and covers charges of interfering with commerce obstructing rail shipments and bombings.
Relief cases in Corry and vicinity rise as 240 cases were reported yesterday, up from 46 a week earlier. Pending cases total 27 with 43 appointments awaiting. Union City factories reduce output to one or two days a week. some small plants closed. An anticipated relief surge may follow January 6 as new state law shifts handling to the poor board. Bruce Ellsworth returned from a two week Bunai oss trip to Kansas and other central states.
Police and fire crews investigated a house at 13 Bas Street occupied by Mr and Mrs Ralph Davie after two separate fires gutted the one and a half story dwelling. Incendiary origin suspected, no insurance, contents lost, estimated damage about 1400. Neighbor actions aided by early reporting, with owner away on business.
Dec 1 report lists two Alcatraz escapees still hunted by the government. Warden James A Johnston says they probably drowned while swimming for shore and were carried to sea. Coast guard cutters withdrawn. soldiers patrol coastline to aid police and justice department in decisive action.
Corry resident Paul Brynolfson debuting in Martha and Waust roles with the New York Light Opera Guild at Pythian Temple. Lawrence Berliner praised his sweet tenor voice and poise, noting his quartet and chorus work drew applause. Brynolfson, a recent Peananint prize winner, studies voice in New York while singing with a Bloomfield choir.
United Press report on a major House rebellion against Roosevelt era wage legislation. The Wages and Hours Bill was sent back to labor for revision or burial after a 244 to 198 vote amid disorder. Senate moves toward farm price controls and conference plans followed, with doubts about revival of the labor standards measure.
A Lilian City family of five was injured when their car skidded on an icy Caonsi Road two miles south of Union City in heavy fog and collided with a parked astrocyy and automobile. Wayne Laughery and three children Shirley Mae Shirley Louise and Edward were hurt. Mr Laughery had a fractured limb and received hospital care. others were treated and discharged.
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