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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1936
Page
3
Ridgway February 6 report tells how Montmorenci road workers clearing drifts found a mother with three small children in a near-blanket shack. They brought milk bread and firewood, sent the family to a hospital, and authorities warn the father is away seeking work while the family hails from Susquehanna County.
Judge Willem B. Hirt ruled that county justices of the peace elected last November may take six year terms. He nullified a requirement to file written acceptances within 20 days, finding it conflicted with the Pennsylvania constitution. The decision involved I. R. St. John of Eilnboro who was denied office for not filing formal acceptance.
Youngsville reports a halt in new scarlet fever cases after a public gathering ban. Health officer Dr R R Dal rytaple notes no new infections since the measure began on Monday.
City Council meets tonight to rescind Monday action on police department changes. Ordinance No. 416 would create a force of a chief and two or more patrolmen, making four patrolmen unnecessary. The Civil Service Board has certified eligibles to Corniel with appointment decisions possible tonight. Ordinances 615 and 616 may receive third readings, fixing license fees and abolishing the assistant street commissioner role.
Paris fashion notes on February 1 describe longer skirts gaining favor in shows with many models seven to eight inches from the ground. Leather sport glove cuffs and center of pique boutonnieres feature among 1988 accessories. Gold bangles rose quartz brooches and bold satins evoke 1880s spirit for modern dinner gowns and linen afternoon frocks with mandarin prints.
The Opportunity Club of the Presbyterian Church sponsored a luncheon last evening at 8 15 attended by members and guests. Mr and Mrs Hill of Jamestown prepared a Health Cooking Appliance Company roast pork menu. Miss Myrtle Fuller received a special award at the event.
Governor Earle told 500 state school directors that the administration has only begun its fight to lower real estate taxes after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court struck down the graduated income tax as unconstitutional. He warned the decision hurts residents at home and on farms and pledged action. Guy L. Mills marked his 60th birthday yesterday, noting a Chautauqua County clerk role.
Secretary Thomas Biechanan warns against private shoreline buys around Pymatuning in Crawford County until geophysical surveys are complete. State land lies ten feet back from the shore. ownership does not guarantee lake access and development plans remain unsettled.
Jackson E. Sears of Allentown, president of the Young Democratic Clubs of Pennsylvania, told Dauphin County Democrats that integrity of purpose and truth will drive a Democratic win in both state and national elections this November.
Alaska's Charley McLellan known as Alaska Bar Scotty remains famed for a daring voyage through Wrangell Narrows and the Alexander Archipelago. He reportedly swam through treacherous waters with one hand steady to collect something noted in local lore.
Charleston W Va Feb 6 A 45 year old former Dubois man and general manager of the Ohio Apex Chemical Co at Ni te died in a hospital from burns after a vacuum still exploded at the plant. His secretary Miss Margaret McMorrow was burned while trying to aid him. The plant owned by Akron interests was damaged by the resulting fire. North moved here six years ago from DuBois Pa.
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