Martin Ousted Over Opposition to Lewis in UAW Split
United Press reports a split within the United Automobile Workers as Homer Martin is ousted by an anti Martin faction, backed by 15 UAW executives and led by R T Thomas, with CIO recognizing the faction as the lawful leadership. Sidney Hillman and Philip Murray denounced Martin for alignment with anti union elements. The dispute centers on Martin’s resistance to John L Lewis and accusations of dictatorship within the union.
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United Press
Detroit
United Automobile Workers of America
Homer Martin
Congress of Industrial Organizations
Jonger
Martin
Washington
Sidney Hillman
Philip Murray
CIO
R. d.Thomas
UAW
Marent
CTO
Thomas
Revival of Home Making Course Debated by Board
Corry Public Schools discuss restoring the home economics department at Senior High to aid girls with practical arts, alongside the boys industrial course. Board weighs budget impact, seeking more classrooms and teachers as enrollment climbs. Superintendent Dewey reports on standards and a plan for basement alterations to add five rooms. Additional issues include the Concord building problem and a janitor resignation at the Junior High.
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Corry
Board of Education
C G. R. Morton
Dearing
Administration and Instruction Committee
Ralph 8. Dewey
St Brie
James lists four ways for state to meet bills
Harrisburg date line reports Gov Arthur H James outlining four steps to close a 50 million dollar deficit. Proposals include moving 34 million from special funds, trimming payroll and department costs, using a 4 million flood control balance, and tapping excess tax attention receipts. Also notes resistance to transferring 26 million from motor fund and 12 million for immediate aid. Helen Ware dies in Carmel after illness.
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Harrisburg
Arthur H. James
James
Hig
Earthquake Strikes Southern Chile Causing Massive Losses
A powerful quake centered near Concepcion devastates large parts of southern Chile. Government mobilizes trains, planes, and relief. initial tallies show hundreds dead and extensive property destruction as fires disrupt communications. President and officials dispatch doctors, nurses, and medical supplies while aid pours in from the capital.
Earthquake Crisis Sparks Chilean Broadcast Censorship
Officials ordered censorship of earthquake reports as southern Chile operators agreed to cooperate and keep government informed. Warnings urged reporters to avoid alarming narratives. The quake ranks as the worst since December 1928 in the same region, with many casualties and extensive damage.
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Witeh
Blizzard Paralyses Traffic In Severe Storm
From the CORRY EVENING JOURNAL dated January 25 1938 reports a severe blizzard causing traffic to be paralyzed across the region. The article notes widespread disruption with likely insurance coverage easing some impacts while Pennsylvania Cumberland County shops faced significant damage and production plans were affected. William Claus Cumberland’s general manager statements indicate no loss of employment despite the disaster.
Snowbound corridors hit by subzero Pennsylvanian frost
Intensified by biting winds and two to four foot drifts, a deadly cold wave grips Corry and much of Pennsylvania. Snow blocked Lindsey Hollow and Sciota roads as temperatures tumbled from four to eight above zero. Officials warn subzero readings may persist tonight with a gradual warmup expected by Thursday as highway crews prepare larger plows to clear routes.
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Corry
Star
Pennsylvania
Mercury
Lindsey Hollow
Sciota
Highway Department
Solons W Will Reconsider sider Valve Measure
Harrisburg reports a chaotic adjournment with the House and Senate pausing after brief sessions. Debates touched on gas valve installations, constitutional amendments, and a capital stock tax shift involving foreign corporations amid a weeklong adjournment.
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Solons W
Drop in Pennsylvania liquor sales noted in 1938 totals
Harrisburg reports 1938 liquor sales at 7,182,115 dollars, down about 8 million from peak 1937 figures. Proposals seek broader liquor control while taxes and profits fund general state needs. 10 percent sales tax yields millions, with revenue projected around 7.5 million for 1933.
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United Press
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Commonwealth
Lquor Coxtrol
Walsh proposes amendments to NLRB to allow employer opinions
Senator David I Walsh of Massachusetts today introduced amendments to the National Labor Relations Act. The changes would permit employers to express opinions on union matters and petition the NLRB to set employee elections. The amendments were drafted by the American Federation of Labor and target charges the labor board has discriminated against it in favor of the Congress of Industrial Organizations.
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United Press
Washington
David I. Walsh
Mass
National Labor Relations Act
NLRB
Walsh
American Federation of Labor
APL
Congress of Industrial Organizations
CLYMER MAN KICKED BY HORSE INJURED AT FARM
A man in North Clymer, employed by John Wiggers, was kicked in the jaw by a horse while moving the animals from a stable at about 11:30 this morning. He suffered a bad gash and possible jaw fracture and was taken to Corry hospital for treatment.
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Winun Scnrvers
John Wiggers
North Clymer
Schruers
Corry Hospital
U S urges Nazi payment of war debt of Austria
The United States accused Germany of well known acrimonies against American citizens in a formal note. It suggested Austria's debt settlement could be aided by granting most favored nation treatment to American creditors. The note, released by the State Department, was delivered in Berlin on January 20. Germany had earlier proposed negotiating Austrian debt terms, but Washington rejected Germany's view that the United States bears no obligation for debts of the former Austrian government.
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United Press
Washington
United States
Germany
Austria
State Department
Berlin
Berlin January 20 By Charge D'Affares Prentiss
B. Gilbert
Gilbert
U. S
Orchestra Crash Stuns Morning Route to Bradford
Five members of Bunny Barrigan's orchestra bound for Bradford were in a collision on Best Columbus Avenue during a blinding gale. Trombone player Robert Jenney of Long Island suffered facial cuts and was treated at Corry Hospital, later leaving. The Ford coach carrying the band crashed into Ms Dorothy Depew Booser’s car, which was slowed near a snow barn. other band members including Beoser were bruised but not seriously hurt.
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Columbus Avenue
Bunny Barrigan
Bradford
Dorothy Depew Booser
Wright Street
Robert Jenney
Long Island
Corry Hospital
Jenney
Mass
Fred Wayland
Joe Bushikin
Larry Walsh
Barrigan Inn
New York
Corry Board Votes to Represent at State Directors Meeting
Corry school officials authorized representation at a state meeting of school directors in Harrisburg amid finance concerns. President Dearing attended after initial delay. Henton opposed nonessential spending as the district’s finances deteriorate. Several directors urged active participation to gain benefit from the association’s activities and legislative influence.
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J. R. Dearjing
Harrisburg
Thalvier
Aasiedalinn
Pebrury Sie and Din
B.C. Barnes
Dearing
Director Henton
Mr. Henton
Tme
Inas
Messrs.ohnso
Home Villé
Motive Sought in Death of Young Plant Official
Pittsburgh police pursued a motive in the suicide of Laven W. Landbrook 35, Sharon Pa., industrial executive and assistant general sales manager of Mercer Tepland Manufacturing. A 22 caliber rifle with one cartridge fired and notes to his wife and brother-in-law were found in a hotel room where his body was located about 18 hours after the self inflicted shot.
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Pittsburgh
Laven W. Landbrook
Young Sharon
Leshirook
Ife
Ales
Mercer Tubeland Manufacturing Company
Couple Found Unconscious At Home On West Wayne Street
Mr and Mrs Fred Ellsworth were found unconscious in their 711 West Wayne Street home and transported to Corry hospital this afternoon. It is unclear if gas fumes or food poisoning caused their condition. Ellsworth cited indigestion after eating chili con carne before regaining some alertness. Neighbors had not seen them since morning and alerted police after the couple did not answer.
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West Wayne Street
Fred Ellsworth
Corry Hospital
Yetalives
Sind
Negmors
Few Days Left for Auto Inspection Deadline Nears
State motor police warn drivers to display new inspection stickers by midnight next Tuesday or face arm vest and $10 fines. Authorities estimate only about half of western Pennsylvania autos have been inspected. Governor James also named Walter G. Scott deputy secretary of property and supplies in Harrisburg, replacing John Lynam at $7,000 per year.
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Ers
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
Arthur H. James
Walter G. Scott
John Lynam
Philadelphia
Union City Worker Severely Injured In Plant Accident
George Burger, 7, a Union City furniture factory worker, was critically injured at Shraye Chair company when a ladder slipped and a bell pulley struck him. He suffered a fractured pelvis, fractured rib, brain concussion, body lacerations and bruises after being dragged onto the shafting and pulley. He was taken to Union City hospital unconscious. doctors initially feared for his recovery but later held slight hope and a fair chance of recovery.
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George Burger
Union City
Unionity Hospital
Shraye Chair Company
Burger
Union City Hospital
Truck Upends and Catches Fire Near Wattsboro
A large truck and trailer left Route St about a mile south of Wattsboro when blinded by oncoming headlights. The driver Linus Moutschka 89 of Chicago lost control, overturned into a ditch and the vehicle caught fire. Damage was about 400 dollars. State police officer J A Gancas investigated. the other driver’s identity was not learned.
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Wattsboro
Damasn
Linus Moutschka
Glenwood Avenue
Chicago
Trenton
W. J
Wattsburg
J. A. Gancas
Corry
State Motor Police
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