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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1937
Page
8
City outlines plan to issue bonds of 1000 each for a storm sewer project with 4 percent interest. Bonds dated March 1 1987 run 1 000 yearly 1888 to 1941 then 3 000 1942 to 1946 and 2 000 in 1947. Interest in six months from general revenues. scheduled payments through 1947.
Lansing January report shows the Michigan State High School Athletic Association presenting an alphabetical breakdown of athletics. The letters A T H L S outline ambition training honesty loyalty eligibility trustworthiness improvement and sticking to the right actions as key athlete traits.
Psyd Crothers of Beaver Falls arrives in the city to assist the Montgomery Ward end Company store. E Prothero from Warren and Rob join as new personnel staff. Harold Kaness, after months in Beaver Falls, returns to the local operations.
Secretary of Agriculture J. H. French notes federal estimates show U S farm income rising to 3 512 000 000 above 1982 levels while 760 000 000 more is projected for 1935 Pennsylvania farmers show gains but overall income is not yet seen as adequate to end agricultural programs Domestic demand and better business conditions are cited but longer term security and stability remain priorities for farmers and policy makers.
A misread OCR item references a two piece bat in an ark incident. The readable text shows a stray phrase about baking and a possible weapon claim but lacks clear names, places, or dates to verify details. Further readable context is required for precise headline and summary.
Chicago scientist Dr. H. K. Gloyd of the Chicago Academy of Sciences argues public fear of snakes stems from misunderstanding. He notes few poisonous species in the U S, but warns the giant North American bushmaster in Central America poses the greatest threat. He cites rattlers and cottonmouths as the most feared in the United States and mentions available antivenoms to curb venom impact.
John Schultz aged 59 a veteran Oil City Water Department employee was found dead in bed at his home Jan 6 death believed caused by carbon monoxide from an open gas stove. Tenant William Brown discovered the body around noon and notified police. Coroner Dr J Inwin Zerbe said Schultz had been dead at least 24 hours and died from asphyxiation with no foul play suspected. Brown last saw Schultz alive about 8 am Monday.
Erie City opened its new fiscal year with a cash balance near 450000 instead of the 850000 anticipated in the 1987 budget. City Treasurer C Francis Hagerty and Finance Director Thomas Mehaffey released figures showing 1026178.68 across four Erie banks and one Pittsburgh bank as of January 2 0. Of this, about 597000 is earmarked for specific purposes while roughly 430000 remains in the general fund. An additional 20000 may be added after final adjustments.
Beaverdam notes a series of social events at the Witney home and around town. Residents attend New Year and holiday gatherings, visits to Erie Albion and Corry, and Grange installation events. Rev J A Higley restates health, while many locals host dinners, travels, and shoots of community solidarity.
Jamestown's veteran mayor Samuel A. Carlson urged the city council to issue milk bonds to build a milk plant and distribution system, seeking improved city services. He also supported consolidating the police and fire departments, noting several fire houses could be abandoned and some taxpayers’ premiums might rise while the majority would benefit.
Mildred Lee a 23 year old dance instructor was found dead in her car from carbon monoxide fumes. Police reported she had been dead for about ten hours when found, with despondency blamed as the cause.
Sunday guests included Mr and Mrs H D Whitney and family. Anna Grienn of Lowville visited her aunt Mrs Claude Maynard this week. Air and Mrs Jesse Whitney and children of Spartansburg joined guests of Mr and Mrs H D Whitney. Mr and Mrs Clarence Bisbee of Wattsburg visited Mr and Mrs W H Cummings on Sunday morning. Mr Grout from near Jamestown dined with Mr and Mrs Carl Proctor. Lyle Proctor spent Monday evening with Mr and Mrs Glenn Kepple of Cottage Bill. Webb MacCray and Merle Chamiings and family were in Corry Saturday evening.
Harrisburg report shows Pennsylvania farmers increased winter wheat plantings for 1937 by about 4 percent over 1933 levels and by roughly 62 000 acres over 1934. State acreage seeded for winter wheat reached about 1 078 000 acres with conditions at 89 percent, four points below 1936. Rye plantings in PA are about 5 000 acres lower than last year.
Modesto California students seized control for a day, running every department while the principal and teachers watched as spectators. The event aimed to show how the school operates from students’ perspective.
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