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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1937
Page
3
The Erie region reports a late winter scene with muskrat season plans to March 16 and a push to limit trapping. copper prices hit a seven year high amid predictions of higher domestic quotas. Health and civic items include quarantine for scarlet fever, Labor and Legislation program on WAS radio, and public notices from local officials.
A late Thursday fire at the Lamont Chumiwell company in Kane, East Kane, destroyed three buildings and caused about 20000 in losses. Investigators said sparks from a torch used in removing valuables touched off the blaze, with flames spotted around 8 o clock and fully under way by 10. Firefighters battled the spread in the ruined inner area as authorities began to question the incident and the cause remains undetermined.
A coroner reports Albert Heark died from a brain hemorrhage after blows from fellow patient Rolland Roy Wilson at Polk State School. The inquest found no staff blame, noting attendants were called to other dormitory patients in convulsions. Hawkin died later that evening from the injuries.
Harrisburg announced that Pennsylvania rose to fifth among 48 states in value per acre of truck crops raised for canning and manufacturing. The state reported an acre value of 566.38 with 29 450 acres, ranking 13th in acreage devoted to truck crops for canning and manufacturing and 18th in acreage harvested for market. Pennsylvania also placed ninth in value of truck crops raised for canning and manufacturing and tenth in value of truck crops raised for market.
Members of the high school rifle team in the city league reported today that a protest message about an accent match did not reflect the sentiment of the majority. The Journal carried the notice yesterday believing the squad wished to protest the match.
United Press reports Carnegie Tech faces the last place West Virginia Mountaineers in a conference game tonight. The Tartans previously defeated West Virginia at Morgantown last month in the Eastern Intercollegiate Basketball Conference action.
The Cane School of Applied Science defeated Washington and Jefferson 31 to 14 to take the wrestling meet yesterday. Frith led the Cane team with a decisive victory.
Detectives probe a $1100 theft from the Erie Maennerchor Club safe at 1éth and State Streets. The safe was opened by someone with the combination. George Hilbert, club president, and George Burger, steward, reported the loss occurred between 6 15 and 6 30 p m Monday. Harry Eichelsdorf, bartender, had locked the safe doors. $1100 from Saturday and Sunday's funds were missing when Burger checked about two hours later.
ERIB Web opened an investigation Friday into the disappearance of 5,000 gallons of gasoline from a storage tank at Sncony Vacuum Co. 11701 H. Lakerd. The loss was put at $600. Authorities offered two theories: a wholesale raid foiled by thieves or theft of a small amount with the rest spilled on the ground.
Young men between 19 and 23 who are unmarried are linked to more court cases. The findings come from an annual report by Frank Miller, circuit attorney, highlighting behavior trends among this demographic.
A roadhouse proprietor was held at gunpoint during a holdup. An accomplice kept watch while the other sought cash, aiming to spike a slot machine. Police, including Investigator Franklin, pursued leads and questioned a suspect as evidence was gathered.
Sharon Pennsylvania February 1 The assembled men William Thomas and Thomas Lyons announced a work crew will return to Tarvisburg Friday. Their plan calls for construction costing about 22 dollars. The Chesunt Avenue library will be renamed from a civic committee Tuesday or Wellnesday. Dianne plans to make precise measurements of the Shenango river flow to determine the water volume needed to be released from the Pymatuning reservoir to supply the Shenango Valley industry.
Reports say a kidnapping threat targeted the Dionne quintuplets in North Bay. Provincial police and constables rushed to the Dionne home as the babies’ siblings and parents remained inside with lights burning late. Authorities confirmed no confirmed plan and continued vigilance.
The Board of Halyeption postponed action on appointing a deputy collector after a tense meeting. The finance committee and solicitor are to conduct further investigation, and the matter may be deferred to city and county officials if no municipal deputy is appointed. Retention of G. J. Gordon as delinquent voter remains a point of contention among board members.
London reports a rare Simmonds disease aging a young married woman of 26 who died within months after childbirth. The condition caused rapid deterioration, blindness, hair loss, and seizures before death. Lancet notes the disease is rare in England though described by Simmonds. Harrisburg lawmakers push abolishing tax collection fees, estimating nearly 2 million dollars saved annually. bill would shift local tax collection to county treasurers with banks designated to receive taxes and new installment options.
Sacramento reports an act before the state legislature would require police to be polite or attend schooling to learn courtesy. The proposal emphasizes civil conduct by officers in public duties and interactions with citizens. The measure notes authorized police training to include manners and respectful behavior.
Corry Post No 264, Veterans Of Foreign Wars, plans a Monday night appearance on a nationwide veteran radio broadcast. Commanders announce details of the event and a clothing drive for the Red Cross, while the Ladies Auxiliary praise the return of inspected garments. Also noted is Iowa alumna Mrs. Kersey Holmes, the university’s oldest living graduate, class of 1865.
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