German ultimatum to Spain as Britain leans toward Nationalists
Berlin reports the German fleet commander demanded release of cargo and passenger from the German steamship Palos or risk seizure of Loyalist ships Aragon and Marta Junquera. The ultimatum hints at new measures if piracy occurs, signaling intensified German action to protect its ships. London observers, seeking to avert a broader war, sense Britain may back Nationalist gains in Spain.
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Dr Mattson in direct contact with kidnapper
Dr William W Mattson said he was in direct communication with the kidnapper holding his 10 year old son Charles in Tacoma Washington. Authorities reported the ransom had risen to 928000 and the man who broke into the home on Puget Sound last Saturday night was demanding payment. The Seattle Times published a message from the kidnapper claiming communication channels were open. Mattson released a typed statement asking to ransom his son without interference.
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Two Clubs Support Hospital Project in Democratic Era
Reuters report highlights Democratic control for the first time in 92 years as two clubs back a hospital plan. In competitive labor developments, United Automobile Workers vow to press General Motors for union recognition amid a looming strike, while Pennsylvania’s first Democratic legislature in 92 years convenes to pursue social security, taxation, and reform agenda as Gov. Earle’s administration begins.
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Pittsburgh
Fillwood Baumiin
Easton
Man Dies After Auto Hit Near Union City
Ira Cale, 62, of Jamestown New York, father of nine, died from injuries after being struck by a truck on the Upton City Mil Village road. He was taken to Union City Hospital where he died at 11:80. The body was sent to Crowe's Funeral Home. An inquest is planned in Union City tomorrow.
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Nehan Cale
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Cale
Rand Cliflin
Jamestown
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Upton City
Mil Village
Bomb raid devastates Madrid in Civil War exchange
United Press dispatch from Madrid reports the worst air bombing of the civil war as rescue teams sift wreckage. Sixty dead and 250 injured amid mass destruction across seven central streets near Calle de las Margaritas. Loyalist counterattacks and insurgent offensives unfold around Villeverde, Marahonda, and the Comuna el Escorial road with mixed gains and losses. A 260 pound bomb hit near the American embassy, leaving many buried in rubble.
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New Patrolman Added to Corry Patrol Station
Corry Patrol Station adds Patro man DML to staff, increasing total personnel. Corporal P E Carleen serves as station chief, with T C Schwartz and J W Byte named among new additions.
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Agreement On Rail Pensions Sought By Ed R
President Roosevelt asked rail executives and labor leaders to confer this month to craft joint recommendations on the railroad retirement pension law. J. J. Pelley of the Association of American Railroads and G. M. Harrison of the Railway Labor Executive Association said plans for an early session are under way. The retirement act, enacted as two laws to fund pensions, has faced constitutional challenges. the District of Columbia court upheld the tax provisions, with appeal in the Circuit Court and possible direct Supreme Court action. Provisions expire February 28.
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Golden Rule and Maintain Rooms Support Hospital Drive
Corry's Golden Rule and the Business and Professional Women's club backed the Corry Hospital directorate drive to redecorate and furnish rooms in the institution. They approved about $17 for room 15 and a yearly upkeep estimate of 25 to 80 dollars. The Business and Professional Women's club pledged roughly $202 to improve the nursery. The effort aims to boost community support for the non profit hospital, with work to start soon and a seven member board overseeing finances.
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Corry Hospital
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Aiga
Morris B. Chapin
L. M. Wella
Morris Bernstein
Walter Mererich
Menehanta” Bathering
Mrr
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Bashore aims to create state self insurer fund for injured workers
Harrisburg June 5 Labor and Industry Secretary Ralph M Bashore will push a bill to establish a state administered self insurer reserve fund to guarantee compensation for injured workers. The measure, prepared for the 1937 session, would insulate claimants from employer defaults and aid employers with limited capital.
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Harrisburg
Labor and Industry
Ralph M. Bashore
Bashore
Pennsylvania
Foat
Bill Provides for Sewer Bonds Adopted by City
A bill provides for sewer bonds to cover the city's share of the storm sewer program. The measure, numbered 624, authorizes insurance of 21,000 dollars in bonds. Final adoption is anticipated after pending public notice of the proposed bond, with readings completed.
Murder trial battle over plea in Warren County
In Warren County Court House a dramatic session reopened the murder case of Metro Seminak at Youngville Airport Inn. Former Garland justice of the peace John Polane and Joe Senstiakas debated withdrawal of guilty pleas after claims Judge D A Arird promised leniency for pleas. Judge James J Brownson presided as state supreme court special representative to rule on plea withdrawal and a jury trial.
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Warren County
John Polane
Garland
Joe Senstiakas
Colsa
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Youngaville
Harold Hampson
Senauskas
D. A. Arird
James J. Brownson
Washington County
State Supreme Court
McClester Victorious in Butler Republican Contest
Butler Pa Jan 5 Albert B McClester Butler Republican won over Democratic opponent J Brady Urrin in a contested race for a seat in the state figure, with a ruling by judge John H Wilcotty noted in the report.
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J. Brady
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John H. Wilcotty
Missing airmen reported after plane disappearance near base
Two servicemen vanished last night near the Us base in Mamibuin Field, twenty five miles north of the city. Lieutenant Herbert Ky Krertain and Sergeant Aarney Roberts, pilot and observer, were aboard a Western planes effort maneuvering over the San Joaquin Valley.
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Aarney Roberts
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San Joaquin Valley
Bank Regulator Reports Banks Condition as of Dec 31 1998
Washington Jan 5 The comptroller of the currency today issued a call for the condition of National banks as of December 31 1998. The report outlines banks’ capital levels assets and liquidity sufficiency and compliance with banking rules.
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United Press
Washington, D.C
Cold Wave Moving Eastward Across Regions
Weather expert W. S. Brottnay predicts a cold wave moving east with unseasonable influenza and pneumonia blamed by some. He says much of the area north of the Great Lakes line may see zero precipitation and only northern Pennsylvania counties likely to feel a brief cold snap before moderating.
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Brottnay
Pittsburgh
Stone Absent As Supreme Court Remains Stalemated
Washington January 6 observers report the Supreme Court in stalemate from Chief Justice Stone's absence. Justices Hay, Jen, Flake, and Stone are not all present, prompting talk the court will continue operations without full participation. Stakes include Washington wage, unemployment tax, and a potential New York unemployment case. Stone’s return is awaited as illness is cited as delaying travel.
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Embargo on arms debated as Spain aid moves
In Washington officials aimed to push a Saturday embargo plan. A 82,770,000 shipment of American planes and motors was loading on a Spanish freighter in New York. Leaders expected Congress to quickly pass a resolution granting President Roosevelt power for an embargo in the Spanish Civil War.
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Pennsylvanian flood control proposal eyed by Allegheny region
An undisclosed sum is requested in the annual report of Major General Patricia Day flood control chief. The plan aims to fund projects on the headwaters of the Ohio River and related tributaries, with a total potential appropriation around 212 million dollars. The report mentions an item of 6.62 million for construction costs to advance flood relief by midyear, awaiting congressional action.
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Pittsburgh
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U. S
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Princtilal
Inauguration of 75th Congress Opens with Speaker Bid
The 75th Congress began at 12:02 p m with Democrats ruling both chambers. William B Bankhead was chosen speaker as the body organized amid formalities. Senate and House planned swift action on Roosevelt's programs including neutral emergency legislation.
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United Press
Washington
Senate
House
Open Unemployment Insurance Office Booth Notice
A representative of the unemployment compensation bureau and the social security program will open a tentative booth at the post office building to receive returns and assist employers. The office will be at the focal port post office on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. George A. Patanily is in charge of details at 617 Marine Pantding.
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