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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1933
Page
6
A town paragraph notes a Rugukié groundhog meeting of the City Council in the evening. It mentions a federal inspection at the State Armory Tuesday evening and financial projections for Class One railroads, with December 1983 income estimates and earlier 1932 figures, plus officer movements to Washington, and a series of local civic events and public notices spanning health clinics, school codes, and public safety alerts.
Congressman-elect Crosby is to address veterans Saturday night as heavy snowfall and a cold snap end the spring wave. The Internal Revenue deputy will assist income tax payers in Corry on February 14 and 15 at the post office building and will visit several county towns including Union City and North East in February and March to help prepare returns.
Secretary of State Stimson today proclaimed in effect the so-called lame duck amendment to the constitution. It changes the term of office of the president vice president and congress.
A formal congressional session honored Calvin Coolidge, former president who died last month. President Hoover and top federal officials attended in the House chamber along with justices, military leaders, ambassadors, and ministers. Mrs. Coolidge did not attend.
Police investigated a kidnapping in Los Angeles where Mrs Skeele was abducted. A ransom of 10000 dollars was demanded immediately. Dr Skeele and his son said payment was not possible now but considered options. Police believed an organized gang studied the family’s movements.
An old advertisement touts Creomulsion as a remedy for persistent coughs colds and bronchial issues. It claims Creomulsion soothes inflamed membranes stops germ growth and aids recovery with creosote as a key ingredient. It promises guaranteed relief and money refund if not satisfied after following directions.
At Lympne England Captain James A Mollison launched a solo flight aiming first across the South Atlantic to Argentina then north to New York and back to England via the North Atlantic. He wore his lucky necktie and carried a St Christopher image, essentials including a toothbrush and limited clothing. An RAF monoplane also departed Cranwell en route to Cape Town in an official attempt to beat the U S record.
Perkins left the scene after a fatal crash in Spartansburg when his vehicle struck Webb, a respected Spartansburg area farmer. He awaits further court action as services for Webb, a longtime Cord township resident, are set for Wednesday at 2 PM with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery near Concord Corners.
An old advertisement touts Thompson's Barosia Tablets as a remedy to backache headaches dizziness and rheumatic pains by cleansing the kidneys stimulating the bowels and improving overall function. It urges immediate use and notes the product is available at drug stores.
Old Man Winter forced a cold spell and snowstorm over Corry and nearby towns Saturday night into Sunday. Several inches of snow blanketed the region with heavier accumulations between Clymer and Findley Lake. Highway crews used three large plows to keep roads clear as a blizzard dumped snow across southwestern Chautauqua County.
A VFW committee announced a big dancing party for February 17 at St. Edward's School open to the public. Ticket sales will start soon to gain broad support and the program includes modern numbers, square dances and an old timers feature with Claude Messenger organizing a special VFW orchestra at a nominal ticket price.
Meadville High’s Hed and Blackbas-Fetters battled a rangier foe for three quarters but faded in the final period as Frie Straniz Vincent, Northwestern Pennsylvania’s champion, ran away to a 31 paragraph 15 defeat on Saturday night.
Erie County Health and Tuberculosis Association sponsors a free health examination clinic in the Municipal building. Dr. Pruitt of Philadelphia heads the staff, with hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local doctors and nurses will assist. Thousands already examined across Erie County as clinics extend for another week or ten days.
United Press dispatch from Daytona Beach reports Sir Malcolm Campbell plans another attempt to reclaim the land speed record. He funds the expense himself, with no sponsor, and faces high risk as Bluebird prepares for runs along the wave-pounded sands. The piece notes rising costs, limited city funds, and insurance gaps for the venture. Local businessman B. T. Wilder from Chicago also visits the J. W. & A. P. Howard plant.
Carry Grange No. 55 held its Saturday evening meeting with strong attendance in the hall. G. L. F. slides were shown by C. N. Silcox of the Seed Department of the Cooperative GL F Exchange and Boyd Spencer, local G L F agent. Glenn Miller spoke on Taxpayers Unions recently organized in the area. A class of candidates received first and Seton degree work, and a new committee led by Mrs Gust Swanson was appointed. Refreshments were announced for the February 18 meeting and third and fourth degree work planned for candidates.
Congressman-elect Charles N. Crosby will speak at a Veterans of Foreign Wars gathering on West Washington Street. The evening features the presentation of the Purple Heart to seven Corry area veterans, followed by an NBC radio broadcast and a program addressing veterans' issues.
The marriage of Miss Ruth Brooks daughter of Mr and Mrs Sam W Brooks of East Pleasant Street and Frank Ghirioveia son of Mr and Mrs R Chirlenzio of First Avenue was performed Friday evening at the M E parsonage in Clymer by Rev Mr Thomas. The couple will reside in Corry.
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