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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1940
Page
1
In a district court trial Judge George unity heard arguments from attorney Morti nu against 19, with Rowley present. The case concerns alleged assault near Long tid ude and involved parties tied to arganizer fi Manuline ploves and l j tgalth, with testimony about plant threats and motive.
Mrs Elizabeth McSweeney Powell of Denver, daughter of Henry McSweeney of Oil City, was killed in a Louisiana airplane crash en route to Florida to celebrate her father's 85th birthday. The Denver woman and two others died when the honeymoon plane crashed in marshland near Hammond.
Widespread mild flu has lowered attendance in city schools over three days. Senior High reported 35 absences, Junior High 150, and numerous grade schools showed large, above normal numbers. Businesses and plants note shorter staffs due to illness, though officials see no major epidemic.
United press reports Crawford Notch Indiana area search for a skier described as a Harvard student. Investigators say the man endured extreme conditions for nearly four days before rescue efforts, with authorities examining potential causes and next steps in the investigation.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court affirmed Philadelphia's 1.5 percent wage tax, ruling it constitutional and ordering costs against the city. The decision followed prior lower court tests and upheld deductions from paychecks for all city workers, with extensive dispute over the tax's reach and impact on workers and employers.
Carlton Chaffee announces Corry High School band has $523.85 toward a $950 total needed for new uniforms. Additional pledges from clubs PTA and individuals are expected to cover at least $150 more, leaving under $300 to raise before the April 13 festival in Wesleyville where twelve bands compete and a grand final will feature top performers.
Rev Raymond V Kirk, 38, becomes president of Duquesne University succeeding Rev J J Callahan who led the college for a decade. Kirk, former dean of education, is from Mt Pleasant Pa and brother of Pittsburgh city treasurer James P Kirk. Administrative shakeup also names Rev John L Sitter and others amid broader staff changes.
In Erie Pennsylvania two elderly women died from injuries sustained in falls. Mrs. Carrie Beriges aged 83 had been a patient since January 21 at St Vincent's hospital. Mrs. Elizabeth B Walker was injured a week earlier when she fell on ice and died Sunday.
About a hundred will attend the Dr. Carmen Ross keynote at Hotel Corry for the annual M C A dinner. Young people from each club will present reports on the year’s progress, with leaders and officers named and a detailed growth report for the Y M C A in Edinboro.
A Saturday blaze on the second floor of the nurses home adjoining the hospital caused about 700 dollars in damage. The fire department is credited with locating the fire after a suspected electrical fault, using booster tanks to extinguish the flames and noting smoke damage to the apartment, while residents reported minor injuries.
United Freay Mount Holly New Jersey February 5 A posthumous presidential pardon was sought today for Ellis Parker 68 famed country detective who gained world renown by solving nearly 300 cases yet died in Lewisburg Pennsylvania penitentiary after a brain tumor Parker was serving a six year sentence for the abduction of Paul H Wendel a Trenton New Jersey attorney in an effort to solve the Lindbergh kidnapping case Parker died yesterday in the penitentary
Rosemont Pa February 5 A note announces the death of a Baldwin Locomotive Works chairman. The obituary highlights his standing as a leading American industrialist and long service with the company.
The Democratic State Committee meeting exposes weak leadership and a stalled effort to rally behind Senator Joseph Guffey. The vote avoidance and rule dumping signal a postponement with a primary looming, leaving Pennsylvania Democrats exposed to Guffey’s patronage machine and a potentially tragic November for plain Democrats.
London February 5 The Admiralty reported the British minesweeper Sphinx foundered in heavy seas while towed to port. The commanding officer and four crew were rescued, while four officers and 45 men are missing and feared lost.
Two Chicago truckmen, Robert Martin aged 44 and Allan Crowell, escaped serious harm when their semi trailer hauling meat was struck by a locomotive near a railroad crossing. The crash left about 2500 dollars in damage. both men were treated for injuries and released, with cargo moved to another vehicle bound for New York.
Delegates from more than 1 500 second tier townships of Pennsylvania gathered in Warrieburg for the annual session of Township Supervisors. The major topic discussed centered on the Stilt of Township governance and proposed reforms affecting local administration.
Edward A. St. Pierre a longtime local clothing merchant died at his home 751 Tash Columbus Avenue after a two month illness from a heart attack. He operated stores on North Center Main and South Center streets over 25 years and was active in the community. Born in Cleveland October 21 1860 he lived on East Columbus Avenue for 33 years and had run a filling station. Survived by wife Queen Greinet a son C. J. St. Pierre three grandchildren and a brother John. Funeral at Davison funeral home to Wednesday afternoon with services at St. Benedict’s Church and burial in Pine Grove cemetery.
Harrisburg February 5 The Pennsylvania Democratic State Committee endorsed no candidate for the U S Senate renomination in April opting for an open primary. Senator Joseph F Guffey, present but not voting, urged non endorsement. the motion passed 87 to 22 with four vacancies and sparked debate on party rules and primary strategy.
Pennsylvania school directors consider uniting with the Pennsylvania School Directors Association at Hartisbung, where President Carl L. Heian will present a convention report. The association backs reviving oil taxes and allowing boards to dismiss married teachers, plus creation of a state tax commission to equalize subsidies.
The Roosevelt third term boom grows as the Democratic national committee meets to choose a convention city, with Philadelphia seen as the front runner for the venue and date still unsettled. Chicago also attracts talk for a back up, while party leaders pledge readiness to draft Roosevelt if needed.
Civil War veteran Michiel Gardner, long known in the area, died after a fall from a wheel chair at his home in Erie. He sustained a skull fracture and complications from the injury. Coroner W. G. Sizable opened an inquiry. Gardner served notably in the Civil War with units from Buffalo and Erie residents mourn his loss. He was nearing 95 years old.
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