Blaze probe and marital troubles trigger inquiry
A fire at 13 East Street is linked to an overheated stove with testimony from Ralph Davis and others. Police investigate marital issues as a possible motive while noting Davis volunteers information to clear up mysterious aspects of the blaze.
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Ralph Davis
East Street
Davia
Davie
Davis
Chiles
Planigan
Howe
Waa
Iby Polite
Doa
Angie
Bby Davis
Tien
Loliy
Andrew Paulson
Early verdict expected in case of relief head
Harrisburg dispatch reports Gov. George H. Earle gave As sistance Secretary Karl de Schweinitz until 3 p.m. to finalize the relief committee findings and announce a decision on de Schweinitz's fate tomorrow morning. The inquiry criticized the relief administration as wasteful and inefficient and cited improper investigations and privacy intrusions as undermining morale and independence.
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United Press Harrisburg
George H. Earle
Karl de Schweinitz
Relief Investigating Committee
Ue Schweinitz
Sidhie
Bari
Pepert
Hare
Cork
Earle
Wav
Emma Gul-ley Miller
Democratic Nation
Christmas Exercises Draw Large Crowds at Churches
Last night both Presbyterian and Baptist churches held Christmas programs. The Presbyterian service featured solos recitations and songs by the Junior and Primary departments with candy for all. The Baptist pageant depicted the birth of Christ with scenery and music, sung by Mrs F D Peiffer and organists Mrs Lloyd Thomas and Mrs Dolph Carroll.
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Capaciy Erswill
Presbyterians Church
Merrill Patterson
Baptist Sunday School
F_D_ Peiffer
Lloyd ‘Thomas
Eelph Carroll
iUn'ted
Brethren In Christ Church and
Christan Missionary Alliance Ohtreh sThiteday
Leaders Meeting Today in Washington CIO Presidents Convene
John L. Lewis called a special gathering of presidents from 32 international unions tied to his Committee for Industrial Organization in Washington to discuss strategy for the impending peace talks. It marks the first face to face since an October Atlantic City conference and signals potential decisive action at the joint peace parley.
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United Press
Washington
Dec
John L. Lewis Loday
Committee For Industrial Organization
Lear
Lewis
CIO
Athintic City
N.d
Ex-Governor Pinchot Leads Republican Gubernatorial Race
Harrisburg reports Pinchot far ahead in the Pennsylvania Republican race for governor as supporters urge unity and a strong campaign. Former lieutenant governor Stephen Stahmecker mobilizes counties while others weigh potential bids and public roles for 1930s style party unity.
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United Press Harrisburg
Girton Pachot
Pennsylvania
Wail
Mey
Pinchot
Stephen Stahmecker
Ies
Mary
Superior Court
Arthur James
Olean Family of 3 Burned to Death in Cabin Fire
A 55 year old wife and her two men, Barton and their son Kgne Barton, 28, perished in a blaze that destroyed a one room cabin on Fred Smith’s farm five miles southeast of Here In Godfrey Hollow. Authorities suspect lantern explosion ignited the fire as a broken lantern lay nearby after the inferno.
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Olean
Doc
Sure Barton
Kgne Barton
Fleag
Fred Senith
Here
Godfrey Hollow
IL 18
Water leaks halt fire alarm at station
Water seepage wets coils and delays the fire alarm system at the tower causing temporary shutdown. Director of Property Pred Weaver arranged immediate drying and repairs. whistle alarms among firefighters are affected but response remains ready for calls. Police report an alleged killer seen in Washington on a December night, as Mrs. Borgh identifies a suspect seen near the street.
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Weaver
Rotary Christmas Party Delights Forty Local Boys
The Rotary Club hosted its annual Christmas party at the Hotel Corry noon meal for forty boys from the city. A turkey dinner followed the program in the main dining room, decorated with candies and Christmas trimmings. Attorney Timer D. Williamson was introduced as a new member, and Sidney Cariburg of Ish City performed xylophone numbers with A. J. Shemyand Jr. joining as accompanist. The event, a longtime success, provided group singing and entertainment for the youths.
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Rotary
Corry
Timer D. Williamson
Sidney Cariburg
Unish City
A. J. Shemyand, Jr
Ists
Hoya
Special Movie in City to Aid Needy Tomorrow
A special movie is planned at the Rex theatre tomorrow at 4 p.m. to aid the needy of Corry. J A Blath owner organized the event with canned foods and packages to support the Salvation Army Christmas relief. School will dismiss early and organizers expect proceeds will feed many needy women for Christmas.
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Rex Theatre
Corry
J. A. Blath
Salvation Army
Procesda
Council approves 14 1 2 mill tax rate for 1938
City Council yesterday fixed the 1938 tax levy at 14 1 2 mills, adopting bill No 630 to set next year’s levy. Bill No 631 to fund department appropriations was withheld pending budget posting for public inspection for ten days. Budget on display at City Treasurer Irene M. Mullens office for public inquiry. An additional $500 was approved for side walk cleaning and storm sewer right of way agreement with Erie Railroad, with signatures to follow.
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Comvy
Clty Counell
Counell
Jackson
Irene M. Mullen
Carnell
Yillesantec Council
Erie Railroad
600th tile laid in big storm sewer job
General Foreman Edward Harrington said the 600th tile was laid yesterday near the intersection of Hast Solittin Mill street. The 3000 feet of the main conduit have been laid and the project is about two thirds complete. Harrington and George Muldevick inspected the line from the outlet on Pennsylvania Avenue to the terminus at Mit and South streets.
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Edward Harrington
Hundreds of Erie County Properties Sold for Back Taxes
County officials in Erie sold hundreds of properties for unpaid taxes across multiple townships and boroughs including Amity Concord Conneaut Corry Cranesville Ellinboro Elkcreek and Springfield. Within two and a half hours 616 properties were bid in by individuals, with the county likely to gain over a million dollars in real estate. Properties unpaid since 1931 1932 1933 and 1934 were left to be offered again.
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Pit
Hirt
Erie
Albon
Am'ty
Concord
Conneaut
Corry
Cranesille
Ellinboro
Elk Craple
Bas
Springfield
Erie County Commissioners
Rera
Tt Wag
Council approves furnace burner with 30 day review
City council met to extend a 30 day period for a new furnace burner in the Stunteboal Building while officials review economy and operation. A Pennsylvanias Company representative backed the extension, and officials noted steadier temperatures and reduced gas fires, pending a fuller check on fuel use and performance.
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Gire
Two Injured When Auto Wrecks On Slippery Road
Parsonstown residents Hany Alexander and Sam Baker were injured when their car skidded on an icy stretch near the Rare Creek bridge on Route 6. Alexander suffered severe lacerations and bruises, Baker endured facial lacerations and cuts, with both treated locally and Baker later discharged. Officer Lloyd Ruppersberger investigated the crash which left the front end heavily damaged.
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Parsons
Colmbus Avenue
Hany Alexander
Pranklin Street
Wis
Gary ‘Hospital
Delver
Baker
Route 6
Rare Creek Bridge
Roa
Raker
Alexander
Ying Glass
Parolman Lloyd Ruppersberger
Claim labor spying common in American industry report says
The Senate civil liberties committee reported that labor spying is a common practice in American industry with one third of spies targeting union officials. About 2500 firms reportedly received spy services, described as a blue book of American industry. Also, Russia strengthens Far East forces in a large scale buildup.
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United Press
Washington
Senate Civil Abertica Committee
Congress
Parole Granted in Monaghan Case by Pa Justice Maxey
Somerset Pa December prison parole granted to former state trooper Gunderman in the Monaghan casing. Justice George W Maxey praised Gunderman for candor and discharged him after about ten months in jail, ordering probation and return of belongings to file in the Fayette County case tied to the death of hotelkeeper Hank C Monaghan.
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Monaghan
United Press
Somerset
Stacey
Slinderman
Masey
New Ulal
Gunderman
Somerset County
Austin DB. Shaffer
Maxey
Gurdermani
Thora
Ginderman
Altoona
Charles. J) Margiottl
Fayette Couinry Court
Hone White
Fayette County
John ©. Wall
Posters on Display in Christmas Seal Contest
Prize-winning posters are displayed in the North Center building windows inviting the public to view the work. First prize went to Betty Blozs Gin Thater Elementary Thomas Duma Concord and Carl Caldwell Jean Vogt for the Junior High. Honorable mentions include Daria Stowe Mary Jane Rozelle Jean Alderson Helen Westley Dorthy Huntley Wendell Haines Keith Orn Donald Dickinson Frederick Mondowney Richard Hirst Raymond Tanner Robert Auer Dick Wagner.
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Betty iBlozs
Thater
Thomas Duma
Concord
Carlyle Caldwell
Jean Vogt
Daria Stowe
Mary Jane Rozelle
Jean Alderson
Washington
Helen Marie Westley
Dorthy Huntley
Wendell Haines
Keith Orn
Suh
Donald Dickinson
Frederick Mondowney
Richard Hirst
Raymond Tanner
Taylor High
Robert Auer
Dick Wagner
Emmanuel Church Vestr y Accepts Rector Macnamara Resignation
Rev George B Macnamara, rector of Emmanuel Episcopal Church for three years, is leaving Corry to accept a Maryland call. Vestry voted formal acceptance at Monday meeting, with Macnamara staying until mid January to help fill the vacancy and Emmanuel Church to search for a successor. He will join a small parish near Bel Air Md late in January, after arriving in Corry three years ago.
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Macnamara
George B. Macnamara
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
Mr. Macnamara
Corry Churely
Maryland
Corry Church
Church Board J
Emmanuel Sall
Jenuiny
Bel Air
Emmanuel Church
West
Pew
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