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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1930
Page
1
Unsuccessful daytime break in at Union City Union Station ends with thieves fleeing empty handed after failing to crack two safes. Doane, agent, reports damages and missing small safe key while authorities pursue leads with limited prospects.
Four applicants compete for the Kane police patrolman vacancy created by Milton R. Pipton's resignation. The Civil Service Commission, led by Dr W. W. Graham, Howard J. Sheen, and J. K. Spinal, will conduct the afternoon exam. Candidates: George W. Dunkle James Mulhelm Lillye Stuppersburg and R. B. Messenger. Announced appointment likely at Monday’s City Council meeting.
Senator McKellar of Tennessee tells the Senate there is no possibility of disarmament or major naval limitation at the London Naval Conference. He says Britain Japan France and Italy will seek to preserve naval superiority and urges U S delegates to return home. He opposes any three power pact involving Britain Japan the United States and France or Italy.
The City Board of Education finance committee authorized Collector George H. Gomlon to start a March 10 campaign to collect about $8,000 in 1929 school tax delinquencies. The drive targets delinquent property and per capita taxes, urging immediate payment to avoid further penalties and enforcement actions.
A list of radio programs appears with WABC CBS and NBC networks scheduled across different time zones. Programs include Armor, Alpha and Omega Opera, Interwoven Pair, and Sleepy Hall's Orchestra, with times around 9:00.
The condition of former Chief Justice William Howard Taft remains unchanged today. Attendants reported a fairly satisfactory night and a policeman will remain at the Taft home through the day to ensure quiet and order.
United Press reports in Phoenin that Mrs Sthirceder and two other companions were captured after a trigger woman confessed. Officials Edward C. Bergen and S. C. Pugliese described actions by Brady Paul and associates amid ongoing investigation and legal proceedings.
The Farm Board moves to extend aid by funding the Grain Stabilization Corporation to curb wheat price drops. Chairman Legge says no new funds needed beyond initial 10 million, but further advances possible. The board holds 40 million of 256 million revolving funds, with Congress promising more from 350 million of remaining authority.
Washington reports evidence of vote trading among senators to secure support for oil interests. Wirt Franklin of the Independent Petroleum Association of America testified before the Senate lobby investigating committee, describing conversations with senators to trade votes on oil tariffs.
A damaged reminiscence recalls Poker Alice, famed gambler of Deadwood and Silver City, with references to Wild Bill and Cattle Kate. The obituary notes Mrs. Mice Tubbs 77 of Bear Butte near Sturgis and chronicles the end of an era for frontier gaming.
The article recalls Alice Tibbs known as Poker Alice, famed frontier dealer with a six shooter at her hip, claiming honesty about cold decks, born in Sudbury Devonshire and later moving to the United States. It notes three marriages including Gray Dusheld and George Huckett of Sturgis with a Sanctioned name change to Tubbs and an explosion.
In Washington the House Judiciary Committee hearings on prohibition intensify as dry leaders plan to call Henry Ford John D Rockefeller Jr and other industrial figures to testify while wets prepare further testimony. Wets push claims of enforcement corruption and rising drinking among youths amid calls for repeal before elections.
Mrs Nel li Roppie, 36, of Pittaugh, a Florida Congresswoman, died after a blaze at her home in St Francis Hospital. Fire Home tragedy details unclear as garbled text interrupts full report.
United Press reports a ceasefire accord reached after hours of talks in Santo Domingo between Dominican government officials and insurgent leaders. Key figures included Horacio Vasques Rafael Estrella Urena and General Rafael Phills, with discussions noted around military leave and political strategy.
Geneva Feb 28 The League of Nations Council would be empowered to enforce arbitration awards if a breach of the Kellogg antwar treaty occurs, as the Commission of eleven drafts amendments to align the covenant with the pact. It would require member cooperation to carry out awards and, if needed, the council would propose steps to enforce them without blocking votes.
A courtesy campaign ended at the junior high school this morning. The Lit grade captured 8 249 points, ahead of the 9th grade with 5 143 and the 7th grade with 2 849. The winning Lit grade will have a half day holiday this afternoon.
A voluntary contribution of 200 dollars from the Pennsylvania Gas Company was received at the Corry Community Chest headquarters. The donation will be applied to the Chest's apportionment to Corry Hospital as requested by gas company officials.
Oklahoma Senator Thomas urges a duty of one dollar per barrel on crude oil and 50 percent ad valorem on petroleum products as a Senate debate opens. He cites industry distress, reduced oil prices, and curtailment in Oklahoma, warning impacts on farmers, merchants, steel, and 3.5 million workers and families. He links Mellon interests to tariff opposition and Standard Oil ties.
Police raided radical headquarters in Chicago uncovering a plan for a March 6 nationwide protest tied to the so called Communist party of the United States. Six named leaders directed about 3 000 members in the region across Wisconsin Indiana Minnesota and Missouri.
Catholic Daughters of America in the KK of Grooms last evening enjoyed a program. Hili Manley showed motion pictures of the Holy Lands and a travel talk by a member. A quilt prize was awarded to Mrs Cheries Gridenstain of Euiraio.
The Junior Hi-Y Club held a Father and Son gathering in the Junior High library with over thirty attendees. Two candidates were initiated as Harry B. Smith spoke on Father and Son Relationship, followed by refreshments and a short volley ball session, a pleasant close to the evening.
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