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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1932
Page
1
County commissioners fixed the 1932 tax at nine mills, a two mill rise over 1931, despite plans to issue 600000 in bonds. Officials warn even this hike may fall short of obligations, requiring strict curtailment of all expenditures in 1882.
Helen Grace Crane five year old daughter of I H Crane of 649 Liberty Street suffered severe burns when her clothing caught fire from a stove in a barn near the home. She was taken to Corry hospital where officials declined to release her condition at the request of her father. Other sources say the child was badly burned and recovery appeared doubtful.
Geneva February 15 The League of Nations Council postponed today a special session on China’s request for an extraordinary Fatigue assembly to address the conflict with Japan. The delay was due to the absence in Paris of Joseph Paul-Boncour, the council’s president, and the decision pushes consideration to Tuesday.
Radio listings declare Today’s Five Best Ents across MBC CBS NBC and CBS networks. Jesters on WI2 GWABG. Brothers on CBS. Parade of States on WABD. Teaoha Seidel noted on WABD.
Harrisburg Feb 15 Governor Pinchot accused Duquesne Light Co of overcharging western Pennsylvania consumers by about 15 million dollars over three years. He urged state and local officials to press the Public Utility Commission for immediate relief and for a wide rate investigation and a maximum electric rate schedule. The commission’s Clarke Ferry Bridge case prompted the governor to demand accountability and threaten action against another large utility if it does not lower rates.
In Philadelphia on February 15, Willie Brown, 16, confessed to a brutal incident involving 10 year old Dorothy Lutz after 46 hours of intense police questioning and religious reflections about heaven and hell. Police said the search began when the girl’s body was found in a vacant nearby house, marking a major investigation.
In Clinton prison Dannemora a county judge sentenced Stanley Cicero and William Scheminitzer of Broughton Pa to 30 years to life for second degree murder in the slaying of State Police Sergeant John E Prey. The youths showed no emotion as the sentence was pronounced after their conviction last week.
In Harrisburg on Feb 15 Judge William M. Parker of Venango County called at Governor Pinchot's office. Parker has been mentioned for the Supreme Court vacancy with speculation that Superior Court Judge William Linn of Philadelphia may be named to the high court and Parker to Linn's Superior Court seat. Pinchot declined to comment on Parker's visit.
Berlin reports confirm President Paul von Hindenburg will seek re election amid rumors that Adolf Hitler and Adolf Fritzler may pursue the post. Hindenburg stated he would run to avoid shirking duty amid Nazi citizenship debates and academic appointments affecting eligibility.
Newark police say a 15 year old boy known as Raffles and Robin Hood admitted to more than 100 burglaries. He stole over $2,000 in three months, jewelry worth thousands, and threw gems away after admiring them. He had read Schopenhauer Conan Doyle Balzac and Mark Twain and claimed the urge came from his love of books. Continued on Page Eight.
Chinese and Japanese forces mass for a decisive battle near Shanghai as air and sea units bombard Woosung forts and the Chapel front. Chinese troops under Gen Ching Kai-shet respond with heavy artillery and shelling in defense zones while Japanese naval commanders claim Chinese forces near Woosung begin retreating. Japan refrains from aerial attacks after international pressure, but transports await to pass toward Shangai as both sides prepare for a broader offensive amid foreign diplomatic briefings in Tokyo.
New York Feb 15 The 2700 ton steel vessel Hallaren from Gothenburg reported a serious hold up fire off Grand Banks at 7 80 p m It was 35 miles from Beaverford which rushed to aid By 9 08 Mackay Radio reported the fire under control and no further assistance needed Broadcast and radio traffic were interrupted for 20 minutes to assist the Hallaren
Washington Feb 15 Benjamin Nathan Cardozo judge who backs Holmes on law's change was appointed by President Hoover to Holmes seat on the Supreme Court. The nonpartisan nomination goes to the Senate for swift confirmation. Cardozo, 61, lean with blue eyes, widely praised by legal peers and the Senate, has served 17 years on New York Court of Appeals. His appointment preserves the Court's even split on social and economic issues.
Timely discovery of a fire last night prevented probable destruction of the dwelling owned by Mrs Jennie Str yer and occupied by Leon Bioss and family on East Smith Street. Mrs Elmer Gilbertson spotted the blaze, her husband entered to extinguish, firemen arrived, but the blaze was already under control.
Lloyd Stowe of the American Legion completed ward captain selections for a national employment relief drive in the city. The list names ward heads W H Scantt Wallace M Young Charles P Keating Theo FP Williams and coordinators for Columbus and Spartansburg groups. The campaign aims to report daily employment progress to national headquarters with a midweek active launch expected.
Dublin Feb 15 Gunfire killed two government party members as the bitter Free State campaign nears its close. Patrick Reynolds Cu Mann Nungaedheal candidate for Leitrim, and detective McGeehan were shot near Liddy's house after leaving. Reynolds chaired the Leitrim Board of Health. McGeehan testified at the Waugh inquest. The contest pits Cosgrave loyalist to England and De Valera's Fiona Faillety seeking full separation.
Salvage of the wrecked blimp has ended at the Akron plant with the envelope fabric, damaged motors and tailspin assembly prepared for shipment. Funeral plans were set for John W. Blatt, chief mechanic, as investigations by New York police and Queens district attorney proceed and congressional and Goodyear inquiries remain in progress.
The State Department said Consul General Edwin Cunningham, and junior officer Rugwalt, were beaten in Shanghai by Japanese civilians during a search for a girl. Stimson protested to Tokyo after notifying Shanghai officials. The incident follows earlier apologies for the Chamberlain beating in Mukden.
Miss Frances Rowland English instructor at the Senior High suffered severe facial and chest burns when grease from a furnace in the basement of her home at 711 North Canler Street ignited. She was aided by a local physician and reported improving though to remain confined at home several days.
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