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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1938

Page

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Classified ad snippets mix IPs and listings in old city

Fragmented readable lines show housing and furniture listings, room for rent ads, furniture sales, and various goods with prices like $45 and $1.00, plus references to addresses such as East Roose and West i. The text includes mentions of apartments, furnished rooms, used items, and miscellaneous contact notes.

Irby East Rooseble Retherthe Partansburg Spencer Lindsley

Jones Earl e ticket opens its campaign

Pennsylvania Democratic leaders rallied 600 party members in Erie County to launch the Jones Earle ticket. Governor Earle urged unity, attacked Nazism, and outlined plans for low cost housing, electrification, and wealth distribution via machine-era profits, while Attorney Jones and others defended the ticket with a confident, party-wide message.

Erie County Earle, Jones, Lawrence Colescore Pennsylvania Democratic Party Mnd Tampalen Hile Telat Charles Avin Jones George H. Warle Senate David L Lawrence The Commonwealth Democratic Organization Arthur Colegrave Lawrence Ho‘eh Eris Maurice J. Coughlin Banger Harry Hergh- Held Billy van Haa Mos Signor Antonio Papanja David Cushynan Coyle Coyle Gov. Barle Gov. Earle Austria Europe Hitler Musgolin Aly Gov Earle Laurence Barlew Jones Lea G. Manay Uesterant Thomas A. Logue Lilernal Lawrence Lake Erie Delaware Attorney Jones Pittsburgh Great Siti _Colegrove Cere | Ee

Bitter cold grips Western PA and New York

Temperatures plunged to the lowest levels since early January as a bitter cold wave swept Western Pennsylvania and western New York. The mercury fell to two below zero after a rapid drop of about 20 degrees, driven by winds of 30 to 50 miles per hour and heavy snowfall. Roads and sidewalks froze quickly, creating hazardous conditions. continued coverage noted on Page Three.

Pennsylvania New York At &oXbokt Motoy

Mussolini Notches Key Victories Amid European Shifts

United Press report details Mussolini securing two major wins in Europe as Britain negotiates with Italy, recognizing Ethiopia's conquest and Balkans powers including Turkey, Greece, Yugoslavia, and Romania, while Hitler gains limited progress in Austria. The Rome Berlin axis appears unsettled as negotiations continue and Schuschnigg strives to curb Nazi influence.

Mussolini Hitler Austria Presa Itely Europe Rome-Berlin Britain Italy Balkah Entents Turkey Greece Jugoulayia Roumania Kat Schuschnigg

U S Army Planes Return Safely From Long Flight

Good Will flight commander Robert Olds received commendations from the War Department as six giant U S Army Fortresses returned to Langley Field Virginia after a record 12,000 mile mission from France Field Panama. The formation circled the field then landed at 5 06 p m yesterday completing 10 hours 26 minutes aloft.

United Preas Langley Robert Olds Buenos Aires War Department France Field Panama C. I Fon

Man given twelve year sentence in murder case

In Wille, Pennsylvania, James Walson was sentenced to twelve years in Western Penitentiary after a conviction on a second degree murder charge in the death of Laenard Strickland. The court proceeding, held February 28, followed a staid trial and involved statements from the judge and prosecution.

Sy United Prose Wille James Wals New Castlenegra Tdge Clare Kent Western Penitentiary Laenard Strickland Peer Wale Wag

Wide breach in Philadelphia Democratic organization widens in race

Philadelphia turmoil erupts over the state committee endorsement of Charles Alvin Jones of Pittsburgh for governor. Millionaire contractor McCloskey withdraws from all political activity and resigns from the Hundred Club amid accusations and party dissension. The Philadelphia Record defends its stance and hints Luther A. Hart as a possible candidacy, while Stern and city officials react to the rift.

John F. Frankish United Press Philadelphia State Committee Charles Alvin Jones Pittsburgh Matthew H. McClomkey, Jr Philadelphia Democratic Organization Democratic Party McGlaskey David J. Lawrenps J. David Stern Philadelphia Record Democratic Joseph F.) Gurney McCloskey Hundred Club Party John &. Kelly Miami Beach Pia Stern the Record McNichol Durham Yate Jones Luther A. Hart

Bond Set for Ex-Postmaster John Callan Trial

Pittsburgh Feb 28 A $2000 bond was set for the appearance of John Lawrence Callan former Franklin Pa postmaster in U S District Court to stand trial on embezzlement charges. Indicted Feb 22 by a federal grand jury for allegedly stealing $2750 in bonds and $202832 in postal funds from Franklin post office with bonds pledged as security on a $1200 loan. Anna S Callan supplied surety. Bail bond requires Callan’s appearance in Erie federal court May 21.

Unified Press Pittsburgh John Lawrence Callan Franklin, Pa United States Astrict Vau U. S. Astrict Court Callan Franklin Post Office Oil City National Bank Anna S. Callan Erie

Liquor Store at Erie Looted Over Weekend

A state liquor store in Pa underwent a weekend burglary. Manager Riward Ihnamen found the shop looted after opening for business. Thieves accessed the premises and stole cash and liquor, with investigators and store staff preparing to review security footage and items missing.

Erie Unica Riward Ihnamen

Two Boys Hurt in Nearby Farm Accidents

Two twelve year old boys were injured Saturday afternoon in separate farm accidents near North East. One boy, R. D. 3, North East, fell on his head from a chute in a barn and remained unconscious as x rays were taken to assess more injuries. Kenneth Rose of Spar tenabueg, R. D. 1, lost the third finger while chopping wood. amputation was needed but he left the hospital yesterday.

Wicinity Carty Hospital North East Lawrence Winn North Waat North Clymer Kenneth Rose Spartenabueg

Dates Set for Special Registration in Corry

The board of county commissioners adopts a resolution fixing Tuesday April 12 and Wednesday April 19 as special registration calls in Corry preceding the May primary election. Voters changing party affiliation or residence may qualify, and those needing voting assistance will have an opportunity on either day.

Board of the County Tadgy Corry Tore Algo

Corrys Fire-Police Formed At First Ward Meeting

A Fire-Police organization was perfected Sunday afternoon in the First Ward with about fourteen members attending. Officers confirmed were Fred J. Weaver president Charles Kinley captain and Philip Akermerk secretary. The group pledged to eliminate traffic around fires and to adhere to state fire apparatus rules, urging firemen to wear badges and keep equipment ready.

Corrys Brn Offiers Minthr Agar Fred J.weaver Charles Kinley Philip "Akemerk Weaysnoiilec Kinley Teen Furnisher

Hitler to visit Italy this summer in official plan

Berlin reports via Deutsches Nachrichten bureau that Adolf Hitler will tour Italy in May to grace high days with Florence and Naples visits. He will stay at the Quirinal palace in Rome and observe navy and army reviews, air displays, and three Fascist party meetings.

Berlin Anolf Hitler Italy Deutsches Nachrichten Germa&n Yish Florence Naples Royal Quirnal Palace Rome Army Air Fascist Party

Gas price war cuts to 14 4 cents at major stations

Texaco led a price drop on Saturday to 14 4 cents a gallon, used by large stations to undercut rivals in north western Pennsylvania. Small dealers earlier cut to 16 and 17 4 cents, and Jaeer and other stations followed. The move aims to revive motor fuel sales amid a broader price-cutting trend, with efforts to reach a uniform price across distributors ongoing.

Texaco Uni Gatlin Jaeger Corry Pennsylvania

Reveals Plans for New Fighting Plane by Martin

Glenn L. Martin told the House Naval Affairs Committee he is studying a new super fighting plane capable of cruising 11,000 miles at 380 mph with 4000 pounds of bombs. He testified as Roosevelt’s naval expansion program faces questions from Rep. Ralph E. Church about bomb carrying air planes.

United Fresh Washington Glenn L. Martin Baltimore House Naval Affairs Committee Martin Roosevelt Ralph E. Church

Train crossing crash injures three in Union City incident

At the Erie Railroad Main street crossing in Union City about 4 30 this morning two new Plymouth sedans were destroyed when they collided with a westbound freight train. James Gilchrest 20 of Detroit and A J Warner 24 of Portland Ore were involved. Gilchrest uninjured others lightly damaged. The driver swerved to avoid the train but struck the locomotive side on. The passenger Walther suffered head injuries and body bruises serious condition semi conscious. The train was under engineer Sam Hewitt and fireman J Benning.

New Plymouth Erie Railroad Union City James Gilchrest Detroit A. J. Warner Portland Ore Warren Co ©. Bmnith Company Guehvest Walther Sam Hewitt J. Benning John Madden Conmlcion Ntexdville

Northwestern County VFW Council Meets at V F W Home

Northwestern County Veterans of Foreign Wars council met at the V F W home on West Washington Street Sunday afternoon with representatives from Branfoci Warren Oil City Franklin Bre Clarion and Kane. A dinner was served at 6 pm. Carl Makissick presided and reports and spring activities including fundraisers and legislative programs were discussed. Next meeting to be held in Bradford in April.

Northwestern County Council Branfoci Warren Oil City Franklin Bre Clarion and Kane Veterans of Telen Wars Ldral West Washington Street Ray Makissick Clawton Wbuainess Whilesche Diendasal Erie Mae Finley Bradford

Pershing Rally Sparks Hope Amid Health Recovery

Gen John J Pershing rallying from illness in Tucson Arizona with improved condition after four days of limited nourishment and kidney strain. Doctors report steadier vitals and mouth nourishment beginning as Pershing lies in a cottage near Apache. His status shows cautious progress though heart and kidney issues persist.

Tucson iAriz John J.pershing

Pickets Upheld by High Tribunal Today

The Supreme Court unanimously sustains the National Labor Relations Board’s power to order companies to withdraw recognition of alleged unions without naming a new bargaining agency. Governs cases involving Pacific and Pennsylvania Greyhound Lines amid a day of major rulings.

United Press Washington Supreme Court National Labor Relations Board Justica Stanley Bank Conservators High Court Kansas City New York Rapid Transit New York State New Mexico Western Livestock Interstate One

Farlein Narrow Escape in Plane Over Harrisburg

Governor George H. Earle narrowly escaped injury when a Pittsburgh bound plane fought a 50 mile gale toward Harrisburg airport. Pilot Hal Baisley said wind upturned the craft once but the pilot managed to land safely. Earle felt airsick for the first time after a very bumpy ride over mountains near Johnstown. He traveled with secretary Robert King and GA official Joseph Cunningham.

Harrisburg George H. Earle Pittsburgh Hal Baisley Earle Johnstown Robert King Joseph Cunningham General State Authority

Dewey Attends Major Meeting of School Administrators

Superintendent Ralph Dewey attends the annual convention of the American Association of School Administrators in Atlantic City. About 12 000 representatives from all states are expected to attend the session for the public, with many officials and educators taking part in the gathering.

Ralph &. Dewey American Association of School Administrators Atlantic City

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