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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1936
Page
1
Six GOP hopefuls plan speeches as Lincoln’s birthday looms, with national tours from Hoover in Portland, Vandenberg in New York, and Dickinson in Greensboro. Holm-Kenyon rescued after polar flight issues, and Discovery II crew reporting Ellsworth and pilot safely aboard in good condition.
Five police officers were summoned to a City Council session Thursday regarding a $200 damages claim by Mr. and Mrs. Julius Sweitzer after their home on First Avenue was bombarded by hoodlums last July. Attorney John G. Curtis represented the Sweitzers as city officials and police discussed prior street talk about the attack and the unattended fire in front of the home. A joint statement may be prepared to determine next steps, with possible action against participants. Identity of most involved is reportedly known to police.
Harrisburg reports that Robert L. Johnson, former Pennsylvania relief director, was injured in a fall and confined to bed for 10 days, forcing him to abandon plans for a European unemployment study. The decision delays a report to Harry Hopkins and Governor Harle, with Roosevelt's approval. Also noted is a $296,000,000 AAA payment plan for compliant farmers, pending Supreme Court action.
Two accident victims treated in the past twenty four hours. Coyt Willims of Raymond Manufacturing underwent an operation for the amputation of the third finger of the left hand at the focal plant. Eva Lou Crowell, seven, daughter of Mr and Mrs Omar Crowell, fractured her left elbow while coasting near home. she is recovering at home. Rome announced Italian victory in the Dolo sector with 76 miles advanced and Ethiopian defeats. War bulletin No 99 says Graziani finished shuttle to Ganala Dorya with Italians in control and Ethiopian rear guards overthrown.Felix H Knight named vice president of the AFL to succeed John L Lewis.
Washington January 17 Senate debate on the compromise soldiers bonus bill began with confidence it would become law whether the president vetoes it or not. Senator Harrison of Mississippi, sponsor of the baby bond measure, said the bill is the best way to resolve the issue and ease government burden. Harrison, an admin supporter, did not pledge to vote to override a veto but noted there are enough votes to enact it, as the session paused amid a conflict over the munitions inquiry.
Washington Jan 17 Supreme Court Justice Willie Van Devanter denied reports he would resign, saying his purchase of two Maryland farms was for his son Isaac and that he has no plan to live on the property himself.
Harrisburg reports the 1935 Pennsylvania fishing year yielded the largest brown trout and notable muskellunge records. Edward Alexis of Kingston caught a 40 pound 38 inch brown trout from the Susquehanna, while H D Hershey and J N Shipley of Erie landed a 51 inch muskellunge weighing 35 pounds. Several other anglers set species length and weight records across the state, including Char les Buss, Eli Solar, and Andrew Anthony, among others.
New York social worker Miss Allen told a House labor subcommittee that West Virginia's three mile tunnel for New Hanover Power Co. near Ginley Bridge was altered to access silicate deposits without safeguarding 2000 workers from silicosis. She cited 476 deaths among workers at Rinehart and Dennis construction sites and accused executives and foremen of failing to warn crews.
Markets at a Glance shows stocks easing in quiet trade while bonds and curb markets move irregularly. Call money sits at 1 percent, gold bloc currencies fall, cotton rises 4 to 14 points, grains show mixed gains with wheat and corn near unchanged to higher. Rubber and silver slip as New York barn price stands at 45.3 cents, while the U.S. lumber index falls to a low not seen since 1834.
Deadlock over appointing a sealer of weights and measures for Tioga County continued with three committee members filing choices. Corry men Thomas Flatley and James P Sullivan, Arch Lyons, and Girard candidates were named. no agreement reached, decision rolled over to Monday. Other appointments pending include supervisor Pélorski, county engineer Supple, building superintendent, stenographer Alice Parver, and property tax clerk Mazel Davis.
Several Corry cases are listed among eighty non support, surety of the peace and aldermanic appeal hearings set for Wednesday and Thursday January 29 and 30 in Erie County Court. The list was announced by County Detective LeRoy Search. Non support defendants include Guy M. Hurlburt, Leo Munges, Corry, Henry Main, Helen Lovejoy of Union City. One notable case is Lena Brown in surety of the peace actions. Also appeals from Tony Sventer over a 25 a tree assessment after a neighbor dispute, and Ley Hardinger of Corry's Ukal filing are noted.
Dr. Laster K. Ade announces the appointment of Dr. Joseph Led Rafter, Scranton attorney and educator, as acting director of the State library and museum, replacing Dr. Charles F. Hoban. The post pays $9,000 yearly. Rafter, a Villanova and Notre Dame graduate with NYU Calumiba and St. John’s degrees, began teaching in Scranton and later taught at Notre Dame, served in the U S Air Service in France, and was decorated by King Alexander of Greece while on Balkans duty after World War I.
A fire at the University of Pittsburgh laboratory caused an estimated loss of about $71,090 to $80,000. University officials reported the blaze damaged the chemistry lab and surrounding facilities, with investigators reviewing the scene to determine the cause and extent of the damage.
President Roosevelt offered smiles and silent replies when asked about any shift in his stance on the soldier bonus bill. He declined to comment on the funding situation or potential veto, despite circulated reports in Congress that he might not veto this time. White House allies say his position remains unchanged. He also refused to discuss Wilson’s reflection by the Senate, the munitions inquiry, and the withdrawal of the Japanese delegation from the London conference.
President Roosevelt outlined the basic aims of the new soil conservation program, identical to the AAA's goals. He stressed the plan is a legislative vehicle to be refined in Congress, noting his remarks respond to farm proposals not from Hoover.
Col Frank Knox publisher of the Chicago Daily News and possible Republican nominee told the Michigan Press Association in East Lansing that disillusionment with the president and the New Deal has driven newspaper criticism of the administration. He replied to claims that pressure from special interests influenced press reactions, speaking at Michigan State College.
Governor Hoffman criticized law enforcement and questioned the Hauptmann reprieve in the Lindbergh case. He cited doubts about evidence, witness truthfulness, media impact, and eagerness of officers. John F Cassie Condon offered to return if needed, but Attorney General Wilentz said his presence unnecessary. Lindbergh remained silent on the reprieve.
Pittsburgh Jan. 17 Allegheny County Chemist F C Buckmaster testified in the Westwood murder case that black specks from a wax mold of Squire James J Westwood s hands matched specks found on Mrs Westwood s face at autopsy. Defense objections were overruled as county ballistics expert Wim T McCready described powder specks from gun muzzle and revolver effects on the hand.
The city council will receive annual reports from the fire department police department health department engineering office and City Treasurer Frank E Westley at the regular Monday evening meeting. The reports cover expenditures and information relative to the departments' operations during the past year.
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