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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1931

Page

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Supervisors Fight For Road Funds In Local Dispatch

Washington report notes supervisors push for road funds amid local industry growth and maritime activity. The Navy and court martial proceedings for General Butler are discussed with charges to be publicized after formal inquiries, while Butler appeals through his attorney in Philadelphia. Potential rebuke by Navy and Marine officers is mentioned as the case unfolds.

Pacific United Press Washington Genera Butler Philelphia Navy Butler Mussolini Philadelphia Philatterpuin Marin Navy Department

Unemployment Decreases Slightly in January Survey

A United Press survey shows U.S. unemployment eased in January with state labor chiefs forecasting further drops as Spring arrives. Estimates place idle workers around 5.7 million. public and private spending on improvements totals near half a billion dollars nationwide. States report mixed gains through February legislative activity and local projects.

United Press United States William Green American Federation of Labor Congress Ilinois Barney Culleny Directo State Department of Labor Indiana Indiana State Federation For Labor State Chamber of Commerce IoWa H. V. Hoyer Linm Massachusetts Michigan J. Herrick State Department of Labor and Industry Detroit Minnesota American Legion New York—Metropolitan Life Insurance Company New York City Buffalo Chamber of Commerce North Carolina Prank D. Grist Ohio Spurgeon Bell State University Business Research Department

Minnes Steel Reorganized Here Saturday in Corry

Corys newest industry an out growth of the Metones Steel Company Ltd reorganized with a bright outlook and took over the Tast Main street plant with the new McInnes Steel Company capitalized at 100000. A temporary board was named to obtain a charter and organize the new company. Colin McInnes of Pittsburgh will handle sales and immediate expansion plans. The West Main street operation will proceed on a curtailed basis but with plans for rapid growth in months ahead.

Cory Metones Steel Company Ltd Tast Main Street McInnes Steel Company Consem Corry F. B. Whittlesey Harry B. Smith Melanies Steel Company Bward TP. E. Whittlesey Harry G. Smith Colin McInnes B. d. Lewis A G. Postlethwait Pittsburgh Mr. Methies Nefit West Main Street McInnes

Candlemas Day Observed In Catholic Churches

Preparations are under way at St Thomas and St Elizabeth churches for Lent starting February 18. Septuagesima Sunday yesterday marked the approach of Lent with Ash Wednesday services imminent. Candlemas Day is observed today and St Biase Day will be celebrated tomorrow with the blessing of throats churchwide.

St Thomas and St. Elizabeth Eathian Taragell

Skating 15 Enjoyed by Hundreds Over Week End

Corry's Whiteley ice skating rink in West Columbus drew crowds from ages four to seventy five over the weekend. The event boosted patronage at the Whiteley refreshment stand as dozens enjoyed the finest winter sport the community has seen this year.

Corry Migeca Whiteley West Columbus Witernoon Finw Tve

Annual Y M C A Dinner in Corry Tonight

Philo C. Dix of Harrisburg state YMCA secretary and Dr Ralph Marshall Davis of Erie to be honor guests at the annual Y M C A dinner at 6 15 PM at the Hotel Corry. Dix praised as a leading figure in the association movement. Discussion will cover the district plan and expanded supervision with G M Hengst to oversee Greater Corry YMCA work and new clubs forming under the northwest district.

Philo, C. Dix Ralph M. Davis Erie Philo C. Dix Harrisburg The Young, Men's Christan Association of Pennsylvania Ralph Marshall Davis Gric Hotel Corry Dix Association Pennsylvania Tam Ken—uenry Pennylvania Coury Wi. W. Hall Mendville Corty Toys Oil City Erié

Old landmark burns near Washington in 17th century building

A historic landmark eight miles south of Mirroa, Md, built by the legend Lord Baltimore in 1647 48 and later used as a gathering place for Washington society, burned. Damille value estimated at 75,000 dollars.

Washington Mirlsora Baltimire Washington Society Damille

Wreckage Sighted Believed From Transatlantic Plane Tradewind

Navy officials report Youngstown sighted wreckage about 70 miles west of Horta Azores, thought to be part of the missing plane Trade Wind traveling Bermuda to Bermuda. signal noted a grey wirelike piece resembling a wing at 3 01 p.m. January 41. The report says the piece floated and drifted slightly to the northwest, suggesting the doomed craft’s fate may lie near that area.

United Press Washington Navy Department Youngstown Horta Azores Navy Bermuda Ain

Pinchot Budget To Be Placed Before Solons

Harrisburg February report notes Governor Pinchot will submit the two year budget to begin June 1 1921 for welfare departments and other state needs. The Senate general military committee will discuss a resolution for an investigation into Pinchot’s charges as it reconvenes. The budget position shows a stronger treasury with about 35 million in surplus from the Fisher era.

Thomas E. Williams United Press Harrisburg Thc General Military Committee Pinchot General Assembly Morrow State Treasury Genewal Fund Pychot Treasury Pennsylvania

Poison Booze Peddled Here Reported

Reports say a poisonous alcohol was sold locally in recent days causing several serious illnesses. Affected men were hospitalized for treatment with some improvement noted and no deaths anticipated.

Ten Die From Poisonous Food at Party in North Dakota

Grafton North Dakota February 2 Ten people died from poisonous food served at a party. Physicians battled to save two more guests Edward Hein’s Warm House Genèvieve Hein 18 and Josep Geach 26 remained in critical condition at the local hospital.

Eee Grafton N. D Edward Hein Genévieve Hein Josep Geach W. Galspelsia

Brer Groundhog Sees Six More Weeks of Winter

Uren Groundhog Johnny Wood-OIUGE, or prognosticator, predicts six more weeks of winter. Early in the morning he, after sighting his shadow or not, retreats to his burrow as locals note the season’s grip continues.

Uren Groundhog Johnny Wood- Oiuge Step Hlseers

Duenier Typing Boat Prepares for 900 Mile Leg to St Vincent

LAS PALMAS Canary Islands February 2 The Duenier typing boat awaits final engine repairs in harbor before a 900 mile leg to St Vincent in the Canary Islands voyage. Engine trouble delayed departure though Captain Friedrich Christiansen hoped to continue to Rio de Janeiro and New York with engines in top condition. Admiral Gago Countinho, a pioneering aviator, notes Lisbon to Las Palmas flight completed despite fog over Madeira.

Syunten Las Palmas Canary Islands Duenier St. Vincent Gaye Varde Islands Friedrich Christiansen To de Janeiro New York Gago Countinno Lisbon Las Palatas Madeira Christiangan Gaga Countinho

Gasoline Prices Rise Two Cents Nationwide Increase

A two cent rise in motor fuel prices was announced by city dealers affecting local gas stations. Retail price now 18 cents a gallon, higher than the prior several months. Report notes the increase mirrors broader regional shifts while noting Miss Bernice Gillette visits Youngstown, Ohio with friends.

All Deal Lora Deslers Giller

County Road Aid At Risk If Co Aid Dropped

County officials warn road work will be curtailed if county aid to townships is cut from the annual budget. The $1,000 to $2,000 township allotment supports road projects and unemployment relief, with state aid covering most costs. Township residents plan a concerted push to retain the funding as Wayne and surrounding townships face reduced work.

Pircawenel Tao Township Wayne Foncoril Hhe Toield

January Temperature Readings From Local Gas Official

W B Wilson, manager of the Pennsylvania Gas Company, reports January ranged from 24 to 58 degrees with seven fair days. He notes several days above freezing and a few below it, including a 34 degree high and 29 degree low on January 12. Snow and rain affected sunshine for the month.

W. B. Wilson Pennsylvania Gas Company Wilson

Today’s Five Best Radio Entertainments

Radio listings for WABEC CBS at 6 p m feature Geo Kibbler's orchestra. WEAP NBC presents Careless Jove. WIZ NBC airs 8 30 p m Juden's novelty orchestra. WABC CBS at 9 p m features The Three Bakers. WEAF NBC lists General Motors family at 9 30 p m.

WABEC CBS Geo. Kibbler WEAP NBC WIZ Juden’s WABC WEAF General Motors Family

Steam Schooner Lumber Fire Off Trinidad Head

A steam schooner carrying a lumber cargo caught fire near Trinidad Head. The vessel sank or threatened to sink as guards and nearby ships attempted rescue. Reports from Abafone Beach and the lighthouse at Trinidad Head described a blaze seen at dawn and later fading. Shipping men hoped the ship might be saved if weather allowed.

United Press Eurewa Galit Trinidad Head Here Abafone Beach Mead Trinidad Hureka Trindau Ublekelu Dirk Ian

Bulletin items mix of world and national news

A batch of brief items reports varied events from around the globe and United States. Starvation fears in Washington, a prince renouncing a title in Stockholm, a U.S. bank placed under federal control, a family killed by suspected food poisoning, and a Los Angeles flight to the Canal Zone. Also notes on banking policy, veteran bond payments risks, and Daytona Beach speed tests.

Washington Charles Mitchell National City Bank Senate Anr United States

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