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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1938

Page

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Local Election Notes and Voter Payment Confusion

The fragment references payments of 25 to 50 dollars for elections and campaign costs, mentions tolls or posts, and hints at electoral activity in Titusville and Camry Pennsylvania with dates in 1833. It includes scattered names and places like Corry Pennsylvania and Peak, and notes about U S elections. The text shows confusion over candidate payments and upcoming local elections.

LI_ wenant Yuiil Mars

Roosevelt Pushes Higher Prices to Lift Economy

President Roosevelt urged higher commodity price levels and asked government experts to prepare a report on the nation price structure. The group includes Mordecai Ezekiel and Dr. Jacob Viner as they work toward a Friday briefing, aiming to restore price levels near those of 1926.

United Preso Washington Roosevelt Mordecai Radical Agriculture Department Jacob Viner Chicago University Erop Wea Aire

Board Rejects Westley Back Pay Claim Amid Measles Rally

Steps taken to fight suit for back pay unfold as Westley, former school tax collector, faces a district protest. Board, after finance committee review, refuses payment of most claims and directs legal action while St Edward’s parochial school coexists with a measles outbreak. Three new city cases reported. Authorities pledge strict quarantines and continued precautions to curb the spread.

Board Westley St. Edward’s City Today Frank Corry Walter IH. Beott Mietrick Rhiptidales Chaiman J.R. Dearing Evan Mitfee Scott Corjimeton Wult Rollecta Walter L. Peake St Edwward's Parochia Francis J. Quayes St. Edwards School John D. Flanigan Epillagian Uves Beatrice Brown Center Street Mary Low Haight East Bong Street Carlson East Pleasant Street Hope

Girl Bandits Sentenced to Life for Bus Driver Slaying

Ethel Solli and Gen evieve Owens, aged 20 and 17, were sentenced to life in prison for the murder of bus driver William Barhorst during a December robbery. A 12-member jury found them guilty of first degree murder, with a judge setting the life term and noting the leniency recommendation. Solli claimed marijuana impairment affected her judgment. Owens said she witnessed the shooting but left no help.

United Press Newark Ethel Sol Genevieve Owens William Barhorst Daniel J. Brennan Thee Barhorst Solli Owens Sli Sah Zilshay

Williams Indicted for Pointing Firearms Near Corry

A. A. Williams of this city was indicted in Erie County Court on charges of pointing firearms amid threats against four Corry hunters on his property north of the city. Williams was placed on trial as the case proceeded rapidly toward a preliminary stage.

A. A. Williams Erie County Court Willidina Jon Roms Une Fi

Austria Germany alliance signals Nazi victory extension

Vienna reports Austria forms new cabinet with Nazi influence and grants sweeping amnesty. The decree removes political penalties for Nazis and sympathizers, enabling broader participation in government. Expect closer Austria Germany cooperation in foreign and economic policy and other fields.

United Press Vienna Austria Nasia Germany Wilit

Hitler to deliver pivotal foreign policy speech in Reichstag

Berlin Feb 16 NazIs awaited a promised declaration on foreign affairs by Adolf Hitler. Hermann Goering as Reichstag president announced a special session at 1 p.m. Sunday for Hitler to speak. The Austrian government reorganization loomed as a major topic expected in the Fuehrer’s address.

United Press Berlin

Wilson Group Backs Pinchot in Gop Rally

United Press reports Philadelphia February 16 that Wilson group leaders, after meeting with Gifford Pinchot, say he is the only man who can win for the Republicans in November. Eight political lieutenants of Mayor Davis join in a joint statement backing Pinchot amid speculation of actions against McAdoo.

United Press Philadelphia Gifford Finchot WS. Davis Wilson Gifford Pinechot Snd Woward AL Kelly

County Gravel Scandal Cases Reopened Today

Harrisburg report on Dauphin county court reopening a gravel scandal case tied to Governor Earle and Pioneer Materials. Receiver E G Baldwin faces contention over substandard gravel bids and Colegrove’s duties in awarding contracts. Harrington notes a 160000 ton sand gravel contract for a dam and the state’s refusal of Pioneer bids on 50000 tons.

United Frese Harrisburg Eriecouly Dauphin E.G. Baldwin Pianee Materials Company George H. Earle Bie County Ren Colegrove Arthur Colegrove Te Pioneer Colegrave Charles EB. Harrington Kittanning Tionesta Food Control Dam

Walling Club Speaker Recalls Maine Sinking at Rotary

Former Naval Officer Lieutenant Commander Ralph Walling addressed Rotary Club members at the Hotel Cong on the Maine sinking anniversary observed Tuesday. He outlined U S Navy policies and duties, shared wartime experiences, and linked historical insights to current naval practice.

Rotary Club Hattleship Maine Ralph Walling Chi Hotel Cong Swith U.S. Navy Navy Telk Usvel

Flying Fortresses to Launch 6000 Mile South Flight

Six Flying Fortresses prepare tonight for the longest over water flight in Army Air Corps history. The 6000 mile mission aims from Miami to Buenos Aires with takeoff just before midnight. Early formation reports indicate strong escort and refueling plans as the long-range raid proceeds.

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Nine Cars Of P R R Wreck At Johnsonburg

A PennsylvaniaRailroad freight train derailed near Johnsonburg delaying Renova division traffic. Nine cars were damaged as the Erie to Ramova freight traveled via Em porium Olden and Warren routes. Wrecking crews from Ridsway and Warren expected to clear tracks today. cause unknown. Engineer J G Kepler from Kane and Conductor FF Herman from Kale were aboard.

Arexgne Pennsylvania Johnsonburg Renova Erie Ramova Emporium Olden Warren Ridsway J. G Kepler Kane Ff, Herman Kale

Commission to Probe Bringing Business to Pa

Harrisburg Feb 16 Gov George H Earle announced the creation of a Pennsylvania industrial commission to study corporation taxes and state incentives. He said labor and industry officials will survey chambers of commerce for data before forming a plan to attract new industry to the state, with a factual contribution to the ongoing tax controversy.

United Press Harrisburg George H. Earle Mizance Pennsylvania State Chamber of Commerce Department of Labor and Industry Chamber of Commerce and Trade Association Pennsylvania Industrial , ‘Commission Warle Chamber

U S Must Deal With Three Powers in World Tension

Rep Byron N Scott warned the House Naval Affairs Committee about the danger of a potential war among Germany Italy and Japan. He criticized President Roosevelt's $800 million shipbuilding program and argued a larger navy could threaten world stability in collaboration with Great Britain.

Washington United States Germany Maly Japan Byron N. Scott Calif House Naval Affairs Committee Scott Hamitton Rockevet Great Britain

Pins Destroyed In McSherrystown School Incident

In McSherrystown Pennsylvania on February 16 a faulty device destroyed pins at Sir Marys Catholic High School. Authorities report substantial damage to a boiler room and adjacent classrooms. Damages are estimated around 100000 dollars with no injuries reported.

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Corryite Seeks Supporters To Halt Campaign Efforts

Harrisburg Feb message from Supplies Secretary Aythwy Colegnove asks friends to cease efforts for his gubernatorial candidacy. State Senator Samuel Gilson and party leaders respond, urging slate Colegrave as the man who appeals to all factions of the party.

United Press Harrisburg Feb Arety and Supplies Aythwy Colegnove Ibehal Wemo| Cyudle Brie Colinly Publicaher Samuel Lilbon Andrew Jackson Brie Erle Thani Colegrave Gilson George H. Harle David L. Laurence

Columbus Boy Will Save Eye From Blacksmith Shop Injury

Burwood James Bean, 13, grandson of Mr and Mrs Clarence Moore, sustained a bad eyelid cut at a Columbus blacksmith shop. He received treatment at St Vincent's hospital in Erie and doctors say his eyesight will be saved. A swinging horse in the shop struck the lad near the outer door, causing the injury. initial reports suggested possible eye damage, but specialists now report a favorable recovery.

Blacksmith Shop St Vincent's Hospital Erie Burwood James Bean Clarence Moore Scott's Crossing Columbus Rie Institution Bean Hoggles

Hoover Speaks on Fear of Another World War

Herbert Hoover arrived today and voiced concern over rising global tensions. He said he does not want another war but fears world events may push toward a new outbreak.

Hoover LE Ragine Herbert

Bootlegging defendant offered fine or prison term

Bert Ames of Concord township pleaded guilty to unlicensed manufacturing liquor and faced a choice of a 200 dollar fine or a forty month term in Erie county prison. He appeared in Erie court with authorities seizing 75 gallons of mash and equipment at his home on November 24.

Bert Ames Concord Township Erle County Wilkes Riet Ames Erle Cos Ales

Pardons Board Weighs Murder Case In Hartlabure Meeting

Hale of Greweussas Au Jan Poles faces clemency review from the pardons board as it weighs murder case from Youngsville airport district. Board met today and may not announce verdict until tomorrow or next day. Exoneration report also notes a 14 year old operator cleared in fatal Tioga tent incident.

Ruling Stops Enforcement of Work Week Law

Pennsylvania's 44 hour work week law becomes inoperative after Judge W C Sheely grants injunction to C W Miller a Perry County grocer in Dauphin County Court. The ruling restrains Labor and Industry Secretary Ralph M Bashore and the Industrial Board from enforcing any provisions of the act. The state is enjoined from enforcement pending further hearing. Willis Daniels counsel for Miller argues the set gives generous authority to the labor and industry.

United Presarlans Pennsylvania W. C. Sheely Adams County C. W. Miller Perry County Dauphin County Labor and Industry Ralph M. Bashore Indust Iran Willis Daniels Miller

Earle orders appeal of 44 hour week ruling

Justice George H. Earle orders immediate appeal to the State Supreme Court from Dauphin County injunction blocking enforcement of the general 44 hour work week law. The move targets the tax payer suit and broader enforcement issues amid objections by Deputy AG Edward J. Hiedman. The ruling does not affect the women’s 44 hour week law effective September 1.

Earle United Press Harmisburg George Hi. Earle Charles J. Marziotti Tovay State Supreme Court Dauphin County Supreme Court Middletown Holgate Bros. Manufacturing Company Kane Edward J. Hiiedman Prevema Bashore The Bear Lins Sheely Bashore

Police Boosted as Harrisburg Motor Force Merges

Police Commissioner Percy W Foote schedules a conference with four squadron commanders and state officers to finalize the merger of the old state police and motor patrol into a new motor police setup. He notes the reorganization began in duly and many details remain to be settled as 18 troops prepare under four districts with about 700 new contributions aiding patrols.

United Press Harrisburg Percy W. Foote Poot Uive Foote

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