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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1938

Page

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James Warns Pa Industry Restrictions On Factories Continue

Pennsylvania Governor-elect Arthur H. James warned that industry must accept limits without a full loaf from his upcoming administration. He urged restraint on sweatshop and unrestricted industry growth, saying the state should bear a fair share of government costs. The message arose during the first Republican caucus as plans formed for his January 17 oath and for the legislative session.

United Press Harrisburg Arthur H. James Pennsylvania George H. Earle James Superior Court Madaresa Ennsylvania Society New Yorsity House of Representatives House Rarby Hershey G. O P James F. Torrance

Four New Chicken Pox Cases Reported in City

Health Officer John D. Planigan announced four new chicken pox cases. Three involve Crowell children Donna Crowell age 2 Paul Lee six months Byron age 4 all at 159 Wright Street. The fourth is Charlotte Ann Fehlman daughter of Mr and Mrs Ross Fehlman of Novik Center Street. Quarantine restrictions are in place.

John D. Planigan Donna Crowell Paul Lee Byron Paul Crowell Wright Street Charlotte Ann Fehlman And Ross Fehlman Novik Center Street

Routine City Council Meeting Sees Tax Levy, Budget Bills

City Council expected routine business this evening with final adoption of the tax levy and appropriation ordinances postponed to a special meeting next week. Both measures had been approved on first and second readings at the December 5 regular session.

Five Years Since Christmas Panes Repeal Era Toasted

A retro item notes five years since Christmas Panes repeal arrival. It recalls Japan praying for a throne heir, Carl Hubbell as outstanding Giants figure, a red headed Connecticut woman Hepburn rising, Era Eat Cake captivating New York, radio disdain for jazz, and Bolivia and Paraguay disputing Gran Chaco.

Japan Giants Carl Hubbell Hepburn New York Radio Dans Bolivia Parnay Gran Chaco

France Will Fight to Ward Off Any Aggressor

Paris dispatch reports Foreign Minister Georges Bonnet declaring France would never surrender territory to any aggressor and would fight with Britain at her side. The statement counters Italian pressures led by Mussolini over Mediterranean claims, signaling a united stance against territorial concessions.

United Press Paris Georges Bonnet Chamber of Deputies France Mary Italy Benito Mussolini Mediterranean Red Seas Bonnet Great Britain

Slippery Roads Spark Series Of Auto Wrecks

A light snowfall left highways slick causing several automobile accidents Saturday afternoon and evening. No serious injuries reported. Paul King’s car overturned on Nash Hill. accidents also involved O A Me Cristoole and Edwin Cravitth at North Center and Diveley. Mrs. Spiesman injured neck in a collision near her West Smith home. a Buick driven by Laurie Baker sustained heavy damage. Santo Leone skidded on Covvy Clymer road and overturned while seeking lodging.

Paul King Nash Hill Cristoole East Wayne Street Edwin Cravitth Clymer North Center Diveley Streets Charles Spiesman West Smith Street Ambulomo Laurie Baker Miso Santo Leone Jamestown Te Covvy-Clymer Leone

Steam-Electric Autotmotive Demonstrated at GE Rail Test

A new steam electric turbine locomotive built by General Electric and Union Pacific engineers was tested in Pennsylvania. It claims to generate its own electricity and run at 125 miles per hour, promising far greater fuel efficiency and range than conventional engines. The rail test occurred before GE officials and railroad men, with plans to put service on the Chicago to west coast line.

Pri General Electric Union Pacific West Coast

Christmas Program at Baptist Church Wednesday

A Christmas program by city Sunday Schools to be presented at the Baptist church Wednesday evening invites the public. The program includes readings, songs, recitations and piano solos led by primary and junior participants with titles such as A Christmas Greeting and What Will You Give to Jesus.

Baptist Church St. Paul's Lutheran Church Presbyterian Methodist The Phillip Hook Parent Jesus Robert Powers Luke Milley Janette Christy Barbara Joseph Carol Lynnn Jones Catherine Hubert Beryl Hicks Marylin Sammy Canfield Nina Miller Conrad Monroe Margaret Hook Trent Joyd Miller

President to push Social Security upgrades in January

The White House announced Roosevelt will ask Congress in January to extend coverage and strengthen the Social Security Act. A 25-member advisory committee proposed sweeping changes, including higher benefits, broader eligibility for old-age and disability payments, and a larger base for monthly sums.

United Press Washington White House Roosevelt Congress Stepien Tm Advisory Committee On Social Security Poosenk Vo Sion Acamen Tilienal Hanks Fd Hankes

Missing Kingston Girl Feared Victim of White Slavers

Eight states seek 18 year old Margaret Martin, a Kingston business college graduate, who vanished Saturday after a man posing as an employer arranged a meeting. Police say she was to meet at Kingston street runner 50 and was last heard via a telephone job interview inquiry. The Willow Barre Business College confirms she was previously contacted by the same man. Authorities fear she may be a white slavery victim. she is described as an upright, job‑oriented student.

United Press Kingston Pap Margaret Martin Willow Barre Business College Miss Martin

Mrs Hahn Admits Murdering Four Men in Confession

Cleveland dispatch notes Anna Marie Hahn, the Cincinnati poison slayer, reportedly confessed to killing four men in a secret statement turned over to her attorney shortly before her execution by electric chair.

Cleveland The Cleveland Plain Dealer Anna Marie Hahn Cincinnati

Pa Employment Office Revisions Hour Schedule

Stewart A. Long of Erie takes over the State Employment Service office in the Grandin building on North Center Street. Starting immediately the office hours are 8 20 a m to 12 noon daily with extended hours 8 20 a m to 5 p m weekdays and 8 30 a m to 12 noon Saturdays. The shift aims to streamline registration and unemployment claims while urging cooperation from employers and applicants. Additional notes explain the office acts as a centralized clearing house for qualifications and referrals to expedite benefits. Cold in Europe reports a Siberian wind causing a severe cold wave across the continent.

Stewart A. Long Erie State Employment Service Grandin North Center Street Lang Charles F. Cronin Mr. Long Hansburg

Colegrove Recalled for More Testimony in Gravel Scandal

DA Carl B Shelley prepared to rebuff Colegrove’s account as the Dauphin grand jury neared Christmas recess. Former Attorney General Caries J Margiatel and highway engineer E A Griffiths were eyed as witnesses, with Bowser of Pioneer Materials also expected to testify about gravel contracts alleged to involve payments to Democratic committees.

United Press Hamusburg Dee 19 Arthur Cole Brave Dalphn County Grand Jury Erie Carl B. Shelley Colegrave Caries J. Margiatel Barle Administration Colegrove Nisnt oWever Woul Ask E. A. Grigitns Breil Guy Georgr Hi. Farle Thivae Mareioni Sunil Griffiths Cvan Chrletmas Spingeon Bowser Pioneer Materials Company Kiltanning Stielley Dauphin Inqiy Tat Colegrove David L. Lawrence Bowser Materials Company Crawford County Democratic

Train crash in Minas Gerais leaves 32 dead

A runaway freight train collided with the express Rambo Minerval on the Central Do Brasil line between Joao Ayres and Sitio, injuring 60 and killing 32 passengers. The Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte service was derailed in the disaster.

Sy United Rio DE Janeiro

Week's Pay To All Employees Of CJ Factory

The week’s payroll in CJ Factory and Corry-lamedowy Manufacturing Corp shows Christmas bonuses totaling about $7,500 for plant workers, plus $87,000 in Raymondl company employees pay. Merchants report busy shopping with open nights and early gift buying, signaling a strong Christmas week. Weather forecast calls for warmer conditions tomorrow, with potential snow melt.

Goyrn Alsteeytion Nea Awick Anice Corry-lamedowy Manufacturing Corporation Raymonil Company Uie I'S World Ol Religibus Chilaren

Bandits Loot Squirrel Hill Gambling Ring, Taxing Victims

Police probe a bold casino raid on a gambling venue in Squirrel Hill. Victims clammed up as investigators estimate loot between 10000 and 52000 dollars, with jewelry including a 1200 dollar ring and cash totaling about 10000 to 12000 dollars stolen from the Bescon Glib steward Nilton Saul.

Nilton Saul Bescon Glib Squirrel Hill

Needy Children Attend Christmas Party at Elis Home

About twenty four needy children from the city enjoyed a Christmas party yesterday at the Elis Home on North Center street from 2 to 4 pm. The Junior Welfare League sponsored the event with carol singing led by Miss Rebecca Bell and dance numbers by Jimmy McEvoy. Gifts were given by Elbert Miller as Santa Claus, and refreshments including ice cream candy and fruit were served. Members of the League assisted by Arthur Scheppner Hugh Clark and John Ohi helped decorate a Christmas tree and ensure a pleasant afternoon.

Elis North Center Street Junior Welfare League Rebecca Bell Jimmy, McEvoy Mias Gertrude ‘Crowell Elbert Miller Santa Claus League Arthur Scheppner Hugh Clark John Ohi

Break-in Probe At Hatch Vocational School Panelled

Break-in at Hatch Vocational School reported Sunday afternoon. Neighbors aided by police as inquiries continue after intruders entered via east-side window and left tracks in the snow. No items reported missing. authorities pursue leads. John D. Finnigan notes early apprehension expected. Norman EWnger and Patrolman William Swan involved in initial response.

Hatch Vocwt- Linal John D. Finnigan Norman Ewnger Wright Street Scimn William Swan Ralph S. Dewey Idinger

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