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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1938
Page
1
An OCR fragment records a January event at a Lemon street home with names such as Mrs Orrin A. Foster and Miss Lois Durham. It mentions a yard play, a book titled Mac Wenny, and a Mrs Wetmore, plus a sentencing notation and a recommendation, all in garbled form.
Harrisburg reports detail Deputy AG Friedman failing to introduce Holgate Bros Holgate Kanewood profits of 65389 in 1996 to challenge the constitutionality of Pennsylvania 44 hour week act. Judge Shelly overruled. A separate suit seeks taxpayer immunity, while Holgate and affiliates contest the measure.
League of Nations council approves a resolution inviting members to consider lending aid to China in the Far East conflict. Dr Wei Wellington Koo urged action to halt Japan's campaign and seek settlement through peace-loving nations. Britain plans decisive steps to prevent piracy in the Mediterranean after the Andymion sinking. Eden outlined NYXON patrol measures and involvement of Britain France Russia Italy and others.
News report from Philadelphia datelined February 2 notes business leaders hearing President speak on ending the Far Eastern war. The piece covers arrests tied to New York rackets including Arthur Dutch Schultz connections, with bail set at 300000 dollars for Davis and George Weinberg, brothers of a missing gunman. District Attorney Thomas E. Dewey directs the crackdown, sending A D A Charles B. Grimes to oversee the Philadelphia raid in a West Philadelphia apartment.
Dusting C L O POLL shows AFL executive council split over revoking charters of the suspended Committee for Industrial Organization unions. President William Green aims to act, with possible expulsion of all CIO unions or targeted action against United Mine Workers and Amalgamated Clothing Workers amid jurisdictional disputes and a 17-member council.
President Roosevelt greeted the little business gathering in Washington as it opened. Secretary Roper read the message and the president said he expects the conference to be helpful and assist in policy directions from 45 states attending.
State Treasurer Clair Ross distributed 7,257,919 to forty second class school districts, with 2,292 districts receiving funds. Payments occur semi annually on February 1 and August 1. Notable townships and boroughs listed include Cancora, Elginsboro, Aalty, Union City, Waltshire and Wayne Township with varied amounts.
William H Gillespie, former mayor of New Castle, reportedly killed himself at his home in New Wilmington, New Castle County, on February 2. The acting coroner investigated the death, noting Gillespie had been in poor health for several months.
A 2 year old boy named McLane died when he ran across Highway 1 into the path of a truck driven by Lawrence D. Case as he tried to stop. The incident occurred about miles east of Brimfield. Case was removed from the scene and was later freed pending a coroner’s investigation.
A new contract between Aero Supply Manufacturing Co and International Association of Machinists Local 1808 Corry recognizes collective bargaining and majority representation. It establishes a forty eight hour week, eight hour day, a 12 percent wage raise, and overtime at time and a half for over eight hours, Sundays, and holidays, effective December 15 through June 15 with automatic six month renewal unless 20 days’ notice is given. The union will negotiate changes in legislation and the local executive committee includes Vand Dresar, Menle Kolstee, A J Kimmy, and Charles B Purcell.
Rev E L Wagner of St Pauls Lutheran Church spoke at the Rotary Club gathering at Hotel Corry, discussing propaganda and foreign influence on U S politics, with other topics and questions raised. The talk, laced with humor, was enjoyed by the 31 members present.
Health Officer John D Planigan announced three new measles cases today to curb a possible outbreak. The cases include James Wilcox, 6, of 716 West Pleasant Street. Lea McCarthy, 8, at 9612 West Main Street. and Patricia Ann Davidson, daughter of Mr and Mrs D Davidson at 611 West Washington Street.
Prank Hillman Jr aged nine son of Mo and Mrs Frafileifman of Liberty Street was found by his father this afternoon on East Mikin Street after leaving home for sled and dog with an all day search ending shortly before 3 o'clock Police Chief John Manigan aided in the search Egan is named in Philadelphia campaign notes and Edward Jones quits state labor post.
Harrisburg, Feb 2. The Pennsylvania School Directors Association discussed proposed changes to the teacher tenure act to prevent stagnation of the educational system. Stockton favored a probationary period for new hires, and employment of varied women teachers was left to local option. Substantive subsidies to offset rising district costs were urged by the State Association of School Board Secretaries.
Harrisburg February 2 State Insurance Commissioner Owen J B Hunt banned Pennsylvania operations of a plan offering a 16 percent refund on premiums for two accident free years. He backed reduced rates but criticized a five percent loading and five percent commission cut, saying the setup would raise costs for the public.
A report from Bay shows 18 year old Havelyn Or Tendo returned home without the giumen pin. Hospital staff noted the missing pin during surgery. Medical officials said the incident involved situational errors and a lack of immediate action at Boolars.
Admiral William D. Leahy told the House Naval Affairs Committee there are no plans for the U S Navy to seize or strike at any foreign power in the event of war. His remarks came as the Vinson bill to boost naval strength by about 26 percent was reviewed amid Senate shifts on foreign policy.
Construction resumes today on the storm sewer project along West Pleasant Street and Center Street in the county. Workers replace and lower a sanitary sewer, connect to the steam sewer at Pleasant Street, and plan to run the main line along the south side of West Pleasant Street without harming shade trees. The Center Street swing bridge section will be a major task as weather permits, with operations advancing despite slower progress in recent days.
Charles W. Carrall of Philadelphia announces a bid for governor on a cross party slate after meetings with Republicans and Democrats in 17 counties. He proposes forming a new third party, with a prize for the best party name, to counter Gifford Pinchot and political factions. Pinchot seeks a third term in the Republican race, while Senator Joseph F. Guffey heads the Democratic organization and is seen as a potential governor candidate.
An old timey weather note celebrates Brer Groundhog’s forecast of six additional weeks of winter. The furry prophet spied his shadow near Bast Calumins Avenue and predicted continued sleep, joking that spring air fools no one. The piece playfully laments the stubborn prophecy and urges readers to endure cold weeks ahead.
State dealer says chairman selected for the conference sparked a row as Charles B. Schnor of Springdale Pa. charged Pred Roth a beleaguered land Osher Wholesaler was hand-picked by the administration to preside. The dispute caused confusion and Assistant Secretary of Commerce Ernest G. Draper had to take over the chair to restore order.
Assistant Secretary of Commerce expressed intent to study smaller business problems and anticipated helpful suggestions from a conference. He planned to confer with the committee at the Waite House, suggesting an afternoon meeting, with continuation noted on page 51.
Paul A Wright testified under cross examination about the deaths of his wife and John Kimmel. He described finding them in the living room of his home as the murder case neared its climax. Prosecutor Ernest Roll planned sharp questions. Wright grew emotional and nearly fainted during the testimony.
New York February 2 United States Steel Corporation announced a major construction push for 1986 with an expected expenditure of 80 million dollars. It said it borrowed 2117 900 000 from banks in New York Chicago and Pittsburgh maturing in one one and three years to finance the plan.
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