OUT FOR OVER 20 HOURS IN SHOOTING CASE
In Mau`gh Chunk Pa a jury found Corp Benjamin Franklin not guilty of murder and voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Joan Stevens, a 14 year old girl, as the court heard the verdict after more than three hours of deliberation. Stevens' father John Stevens attended the proceedings, and his wife May Stevens reacted as the verdict was delivered. The district narrative notes the case and the surrounding courtroom atmosphere as the coal region awaited the final decision.
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ALLEN
Mar
Maucgh Chunk
Corp
Benjamin Franklin
Pennsylvania Motor Police
Joan Stevens
Mandh Chante
Ore
Dev Tidant
Orris Northstam
John Stevens
May Mé Stevens
Arrisburg
Mn C. Adams
State Motor Police
Thet Corp. Cnjemin Trenklim
Ln Sly Constabulary Poat
Jon
Neutrals Brace as War Threat Grows Across Europe
Europe’s neutrals resist expansion as Germany pressures Belgium and the Netherlands. Sweden and Norway protest Russian cautions while Finland and other states face mobilization drums. The period sees rising tension and a shift toward potential new fronts in the coming days.
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Alex Morats
United Press
Europe
Lobbig
Germany
Leopol
Holand
Sweden
Wor
Russia
Finland
Alyalsa
Norway
Army engineers seek funds to finish dam and flood projects
The Army engineers request 216000 to complete the dam on the Thonesta site and 491,004,650 to expand flood control, river and harbor works nationwide. They propose total expenditures of 250,606,000 with allocations for flood control in the Mississippi valley, emergency repairs, and the Sacramento river project among others.
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Army Engineers
Thonesta Dam
United States Army Engineers
Adwsinz
Thal
Bits
Inggdt
TL. Subley
Army Engin Spud
AEE Hammond
Mississippi
Racramonke
Cal
HO ACTION REPORTED ON WESTERN FRONT
A terse Western Front update notes Allied and enemy troop movements with focus on stent and parig activity amid ongoing hostilities. Reports indicate shifting positions, artillery exchanges, and reconnaissance efforts across key sectors as the war progresses.
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Western Front
Water stations to be discussed Friday meeting set
Officials from the city and rural governments planned a joint meeting at the Municipal building to discuss constructing water stations for the city. The session will be at 6 oclock Friday evening and invitations were sent to rural authorities and the Golden Rule Club executive committee.
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Ue Mnicipal
Golden Rule
Jurist Rejects Lawrence Plea To End Charges
Harrisburg report on Judge Hughes denying a motion to end charges against Democratic State Chairman David J. Lawrence. One week continuance granted to hear alternate motions to quash indictments charging Lawrence with collecting payroll assessments for political purposes during Gov. Earle's administration. Dauphin County cases and party officials referenced as testimony is sought before ruling.
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Trmled Press
Harrisburg
Howard W. Hughes
Rhday
David J. Lawrence
George H. Earle
Tinghes
Washington County
Lawrence
Oliver 4. Eaton
Pittsonrush
Eaton
I. Dress Panvel
Hughes
Finnsh
Ralph Mi Bashere
Democratic State Committee
Intiyé
Dauphin County
Daniderwisales
Republicans Plan Meetings for Lincoln Day Campaign
The Republican National Committee announced a slate of Lincoln Day observances for February 10 to 16 aimed at regaining Black votes and boosting electoral support. About 6000 attendees expected in New York City on February 18 for the central Lincoln Day event with Committee Chairman John D. M. Hamilton and speakers Mrs. Robert A. Tatty and Aaron J. Payne slated to speak.
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Walted Tren
Washington
Republcan National Committee Today
Ain Filha
Coserynnee
New Yorks City
John D. M. Hamilton
Robert A. Tatty
Ohio
Aaron J. Payne
Pennsylvania bankers form committee for A G and E bondholders
Announcement from Philadelphia outlines a committee of Pennsylvania bankers to represent holders of the Associated Gas and Electric debentures amid a federal court bankruptcy petition. Members include Richard Lamberton of the Tamerton National Bank and Alfred J. Harried of Union Bank. About 24 million dollars in debentures remain outstanding, with some intercompany holdings. The panel aims to protect institutional and individual holders, while stock action remains unclear. Local holdings include many shares bought at high prices, now quoted below twenty dollars.
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Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Associated Gas and Electric Coronation
Associated Gas and Electiié Company
Ab Unicn
Inet
Richierd Lamberton
Yive
Tamerton National Bank of
Frankin
Alfred J. Har Lied
Witl
A. G
Zenis
Titusville Man Struck by Auto in City Collision
A Titusville man was injured but not seriously after being struck by an automobile driven by Glenn H. Betts of 534 Wright Street. Betts said Wyndham Jones stepped into the street and into the car’s path at 4 PM Saturday. Jones received treatment for a cut on the forehead and bruises, then returned home resting comfortably.
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Titusville
Glenn H. Betts
Wright Street
Betts
Wyndham
Jones
Ihe
High Ranking Nazi Spy Found by G Men
New York Jan 15 Karl Gehiubter a high ranking German spy was found aboard the scuttled liner and is being questioned by federal officials. News of the case emerged as investigators sought secrecy while Culiumthis entrained two trains for San Francisco where they will sail home. Jan 18 Dus of Burns New Brighton Pa Theron Plum 25 died in a crash when an explosion tore through a venue injuring several others.
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New York
Karl Gehiubter
Geraign
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Ban Prancisco
Dus
Burns New Brighton
Theron Plum
Kerasen
Suspects plotted to bomb newspapers and more
Federal authorities disclosed arrests of 18 members of a pro fascist group in Brooklyn and nearby areas. Prosecutor Harold Kennedy said the case shows planned immediate action with plots to bomb two papers a theater a courthouse and a Jewish target as part of a wider terrorist campaign. The FBI and federal prosecutors will push rapid trials as more arrests are expected and background checks continue.
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United Press
New York
Christian Front
United States
Harold M. Kennedy
Brooklyn
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Irish Republican Army
J. Edgar Hoover
Cussum House
Kennedy
Hoover
Ted Gather!e Lps
Oetts
Cabinet Aims for Friendlier Ties With U S and Britain
Japan's new premier Admiral Mitsumasa Yonai moved quickly to form a cabinet and pursue warmer relations with the United States and Great Britain. A temporary trade pact draft was presented and awaited a reply by January 6 as Tokyo considers an accord via exchange of notes. The reshuffle followed the Abe cabinet resignation amid public discontent and army influence over the government.
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Japan
U. S
Britain
United Press Toko
Mitsumasa Yonai
United States
Grea
Hirohito
Post Office Robber Faces Trial in Erie
Erie district court will hear the case of a man charged with robbing a local post office. The accused, held in county jail, is under court-appointed counsel and awaits the March term to prepare for trial.
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Erie
Big Nazi liner passes through city en route to deportation
Five hundred plus members of the scuttled German passenger vessel Columbus rode two special trains through the city at dawn en route to New York then on to Europe. Sixty three survivors, including nine women, later boarded the Italian Rex liner in New York for Europe. Officials of Hapag-Lloyd arranged for transportation. trains would proceed west to Chicago with transfers and no stops except for engine changes.
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Columbus
Ie Evie
Enle U8
California
Therce Tu
New York
Tae Germ
Jai
Meadville
Acris Tsland
Jersey City
Ladl
Ener
New England
United States
Tuca
Vaasa
Hapag-Lloyd) Tine
Wilhelm Daehne
Uft
Europe
San Francisco
Pacific
Siberia
Germany
Russia
Erie
Chitago
West Coast
Manly Dorryites
Nites City
Tials mornSos
Fire Fatal to 300 in Shizuoka Japan
Tokyo Jan 14 Fire was reported to have destroyed 2000 homes in Scimicka 10 grazing center and the flames swept the city. About 30 persons were believed killed as troops were sent to dynamite areas of the 200000 population city. The railroad station had been destroyed and there was no rail service.
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Umstem
Tokyo
Scimicka
Griven Gy Je Gale
Démel
Dispasch
Cirh
Pawn Rate Bill Decision Expected This Week
Local interest grows as Judge Charles G. Greer of Cambria County prepares to rule on the 1937 act limiting pawn shop interest mainly between 18 and 36 percent. Pawnbrokers long fought the measure and may push for rural ordinances if the statute is invalidated, affecting emergency loan rates statewide.
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Charles G. Greer
Cambria
Harle
Pennsylvania
Earle
Dauphin County
Greer
Grey
Falling Wires Lead City Damage After Sudden Storm
Western Pennsylvania reports sharp weather shift with thaw ending in a deep freeze. Falling ice and downed lines crippled service, hindered deliveries, and prompted numerous police calls. Storms raked Pittsburgh area with hurricane-force winds, unroofing structures, breaking windows, and cutting power in county districts including Washington and Payette.
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Corry
Slentrie
Pennsylvania Electric Company
United Press
Pittsburgh
Washington
Payette County
Allegheny County
Norway hints arms sent to Finns in Oslo
In Oslo on January 15, officials discussed Norway sending a hint of a possible Hinke to Soviet Russia and signaled that the government might allow transit of arms across Norwegian territory toward Finland. The note suggested coordination with Finland and indicated a shift in neutrality policy amid tensions in the region.
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Norway
United Press
Oslo
Soviet
Russia
Fitland
Cary High School Band Seeks Funds For New Uniforms
Cary High School band members appeal for community support to purchase new uniforms. The current outfits are worn after more than a decade of service and insufficient to present a proper public image. Band members explain advertising value and community pride as reasons for the drive, with continuation noted on page five.
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Siuident
Joudwine Blavemene
Irihel
Génior High School
Gerry
Cary High School
Pebrugry
Wie Gorsy High
Roosevelt 10 Urge Finn Aid Effort Described
President Roosevelt plans a message to extend relief for Finland as Senate Leader Barkley and others review details in a conference with Vice President Garner Speaker Bankhead and Democratic leaders. A proposed aid package of 69 million dollars is under consideration, with Barkley cautious about specifics.
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United Prep
Washington
Roosevelt
Gomeress
Winland
Senate Democratic
AlGhn W. Barkley
Mir Roosevelt Ima
Hankey
John N. Garner
House
Bankhead
Sam Fragelaye Barkley
Cattin
Barkley
Three pneumonia cases reported here today
Local health officer Flanigan reports three pneumonia cases observed this morning. Parents are Mrs. Gaal, 78, and siblings, with other names and addresses blurred in the damaged text.
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