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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1938
Page
3
A special city council meeting is planned for this evening as a snowstorm and plunging temperatures loom. Plow crews operate early, sidewalks clear, and the town braces for a busy night with public safety and municipal matters on the agenda.
United Press reports the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association reorganized for 1939 with 48 delegate schools. J H Tyson resignation leaves an executive board vacancy to be filled by K R B Taylor. President P A Jones and others expected to be re elected. debate over college varsity games and financial status on the agenda.
Seventy five ministers from the Erie Annual Conference of the United Brethren gather today and tomorrow for a pastor's retreat at Grace United Brethren church in Jamestown. Addresses will be given by Rev. F Berry Plummer of St Pauls United Brethren Hagerstown and Rev. Dr. M R Fleming of Bethany United Brethren Red Lion plus local pastor Rev H Ray Harris will lead evening prayers at 7 48.
In Philadelphia on December 28 a woman, Mrs. Georgia Truesdale, 28, told an undertaker that poison liquor killed her husband, claiming they had been drinking all day. Police later found she had not died but merely passed out. The Truesdales were held at a police station for the night.
A fragment quotes Thomas Jefferson asserting that strict observance of written laws is virtuous but not the highest duty. He argues that necessity, self-preservation, and saving the country in danger hold higher obligation. The passage reflects Jeffersonian emphasis on pragmatic patriotism.
Neil Robbins was appointed county sealer of weights and measures for 1988 by Commissioner Elton H. Blair after a motion by Helen M. Schlurak failed to appoint Carlton Smith. The decision followed a heated exchange, with Blair accusing Schlurak of politics and questioning Robbins future resignation. The post pays $1,800 annually and the county tradition alternates between Democrat and Republican.
Missouri Attorney General Roy McKittrick was ordered by Governor Lloyd Stark to begin an investigation into vice conditions in Kansas City Missouri. The directive names Atty Gen Ray McKittrick and targets alleged corruption and illicit activities in the city during this period.
In Berlin on December 28 Nazi officials started enforcing orders to bar Jews from living in Aryan houses across the city, signaling planned segregation. Jews receive notices to vacate with dates ranging from January to April 1, though no immediate removals are mandated for current leases.
A Cal State campus survey shows co-ed students spend about a month less on living costs than male students. The study cites dating and cigarette expenses, with co-eds reportedly relying on male peers for some funds and favors to cover costs.
Eligabeth Sample of her lover John Hogan seeks commutation of a long Indefinite term from Le State Industrial School. Joan Blackmore reports Sample may be paroled if the court guarantees she need not return to the institution. Warren doctors say she must receive a new trial before mental status can be evaluated for release.
Readings show subzero danger nationwide with a six above low in Corry and much colder marks in Dawson City and Peace River. The list names Warroad Minnesota Devils Lake North Dakota Williston and many others with temperatures ranging from -22 at Devil's Lake to -1 in Bismarck and Huron, noting the severity of the cold and heating trouble for households.
Strong winds and freezing rain pound the Peninsula, washing out the road east of the port headquarters. Ambrose Mulligan, Peninsula Park superintendent, says the storm may close the highway for days unless winds shift or temperatures fall. Dozens of trees blitzed the area damaging dozer lines and blocking access as waves erode a 1300 foot woodshead and stretch of the second bench. Authorities fear further washouts threaten the roadway and harbor access.
Washington December 48 Congress leaders studied a report by President Roosevelt s advisory committee on rail transport reform. Senator Brian Wheeler and Representative Clarence Len chaired the Interstate Commerce Committee teams drafting proposed legislation. Wheeler conferred with the president for further talks before finalizing details. Roosevelt is expected to send a message to Congress with the advisory panel s findings but may omit concrete recommendations.
Paris reports Mussolini speeds up Italy's military program for imminent events. He is alleged to call up large numbers of troops and reserve forces by January 31, put the navy on a war footing, and intensify defense production focusing on war munitions. The French press warns the nation of upcoming dangers amid denials of earlier Italy France concessions.
Seventeenth century pigment iris green derived by fermenting purplish blue iris flowers, extracting iuine, and mixing with powdered alum. Violet pansy flowers yielded a similar pigment used in color making.
A fire at St. Titus Church caused extensive attic damage and necessitated roof repairs. Father Maplewhite discovered the blaze, prompting immediate responses from the fire department and parish. Officials say the loss is expected to be fully covered by insurance and the church will be rebuilt.
Denin ovalia jobholders face loss as about half of the commonwealth's 30,000 workers are slated to be removed from the payroll. The mass changes follow the November election victory of a Democrat four years prior, with Gov-elect Avuine H. James set to take office January 17. The workforce shift targets those not civil service protected, amid pre-inaugural moves to realign state payroll roles.
More than 200 scientists and indicators attended the two day meeting at Capsace Institute of Technology as the fifth annual year end symposium opened yesterday. Industrial and chemical engineers explored new device measures and rates in a session hosted by the American Chemical Society.
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