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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1930

Page

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Flight tragedy fans fur chase for missing pilots

United Press report from Gates says dog teams and rescuers pushed toward the Nanuk coast to reach the wreckage where two pilots, Earl Borland and Carl Bielson, vanished after their plane failed near Teller Alaska. Crosson and Gillam had searched amid fierce weather, finding only wreckage and intact emergency rations, as hopes for survivors faded.

United Press Dogwielson Nanuk Siberia Carl Ben Bielson Earl Borland Yensber Sth Joe Crosson Fred Gillam Namur Y Rielson Borland Crosson Gillam Nafuk Bielsan Bot-land Eielson W. ©. Borland Akia Nanule Olaf Swenson Mirlson Teller Alaska Swenson Mariar Buz.gard Frank Dorbant Tielson Hamilton Hielson United States Soviet Russia Avation Corporation of America Alaskan Airways Fairbanks

Five Best Radio Entertainments Tonight

NBC and CBS network listings announce a 7 30 program Roxy and his gang on NEC WEAF, A P Gypsies on WEAF, 9 30 General Motors family party, 10 30 Empire builders on WIZ NEC, and 10 20 Voice of Columbia on WABC CBS with station lineups and times.

NEC Roxy WEAF General Motors

Frigid Weekend Yields Record Low Temps Across Town

A brutal cold snap gripped the region with minimums around twenty below zero near the tannery and twelve to fifteen below in the business district early Sunday. Temperatures hovered near zero into Sunday afternoon before dipping again at sunset, then rising slightly last night as clouds moved in. Continuous snow flurries and cloudy weather marked the day, with forecasts of rising temperatures and more snow tonight. In Pittsburgh that weekend, a severe cold wave claimed three lives and contributed to another death, with western areas seeing 80 to 35 degree shifts and likely rain or snow accompanying the warmup.

Pittsburgh United States Weather Bureau

Mackey joins fight against Sunday laws

Philadelphia January 27 United Press reports Mayor Harry A Mackay endorses repeal of Sunday blue laws as incompatible with modern thought. In a speech to the Independent Young Men's Beneficial Association he argues for legislation permitting Sunday amusements and cites enjoying music and outings over strict enforcement.

Philadelphia Mayo Harry A! Mackay Independent Young Men's Beneficial Association Academy of Music

Former Kaiser's 71st Birthday Observed at House Bourm

In Doorn Netherlands on January 27 Wilhelm II marked his 71st birthday at Huis Doorn as a birthday message from America arrived amid preparations for a George Washington University lecture course arguing he was not eager to start a world war. Baron von Sell noted no personal comment from Wilhelm II.

West Tee Ave Doorn Holland Worms Napoleon House Bourm Amerlea George Washington Univerity Wilhelm Baron von Sell

Five-Power Naval Conference Fails To Make Progress On Agenda

London reports the second week of the naval talks as the big five discuss how to begin work. The United States pushes cruiser and battle fleet limits, while France seeks global tonnage caps and class transfer rules. Italy requests concrete tonnage figures for each category.

U. S Webb Miller United Press London Downing Sirest United States France

Canvass for Disabled Vets Nets Funds in City Sale

Over fifteen donors were identified through a forget-me-not sale for the World Veterans conducted in the city on Saturday. Miss Doris Doolittle and Virginia Ball led the event, with proceeds designated for hospital work for veterans. W. W. Hall of Mexdville visited on business.

Title City Missus Doris Doolittle Virginia Ball W. W. Hall Mexdville

Riddle of Vare Pinchot Roles in 1930 Pennsylvania Primary

Harrisburg dispatch notes Republican interest centers on William Vare and Clifford Pinchot. Vare may seek the senatorial nomination while Pinchot weighs gubernatorial ambitions. Pinchot’s sharp critique of the Pennsylvania Public Service Commission signals a possible campaign pivot as speculation swirls across the party. The piece previews state-wide maneuvering ahead of the May 20 primary.

Ware Florida Pinchot Public Service Commission Harrisburg Vare Clifford Pinchot Washington Pennsylvania Mii Francia Situnk Brown Philadelphia Rao Brown Joseph R. Grundy Pennsylvania Public Service Commission Cats Service Commission

Death of Rev Valerian Winter longtime St Vincent music dean

The Rev Valerian Winter C B for many years dean of the music department at St Vincent College La Trobe Pa died at St Joseph rectory in Erie from heart disease. Born in 1878 he became a Benedictine and was ordained in 1903. He served as pastor at Crabtree and Johnstown.

Walher Valerian St. Vincent Archatibey Alexis Udaveak Greensburg Jar Poe Uw Ulley Pather Valerian Erie”l Crabtree, Ps Johnstons

Gas blast wrecks 3 homes near Kane

Kane Pa January 27 a gas explosion destroyed a two story frame house owned by Edward G Reeves who had moved to Norristown and had rented it to another party. Glen Kirkpatrick sleeping in one of the other homes was injured. Two other dwellings were damaged with losses estimated at 8000 for the Reeves home and 2900 for adjacent houses. Police suggested possible arson or careless handling of matches.

United Press Kane Edward G. Reeves Norristown Glen M. Kirkpatrick

Narrow Escape at Center Street Crossing

At the Center Street crossing of the Hie Railroad, an autoist narrowly avoided a collision with an eastbound freight train about 10:30 last night. The driver swerved to avert demolition of the car and saved its occupants from potential injuries or death. names of those involved were not learned.

Center Street Hie

Chicago Finances Deep in Still Turmoil and Rescue Plan

Chicago faces a heated clash over a 20 million dollar rescue pool to relieve city county and school debts. The Strawn committee, led by Silas Strawn, pushes a take it or leave it stance while H Wallace Caldwell seeks to replace it with a joint public official and citizen panel to oversee spending. County and drainage groups show cooperation with the Strawn plan amid tense politics.

Merton Takers United Press Chicago Big Business Rescue Committee Silas Strawn H. Wallace Caldwell William Hale Thompson Strawn Caldwell James Simpson Marshall, Field and Co Simpson Youster Council

Arm Mangled in Rock Crusher Tragedy at Bobtown Mine

Wayne sburg January 27 Andre J Rebnek 27 an independent baseball player was critically injured when his arm and shoulder were mangled by a rock crusher at the Bobtown mine of the Shat nopin Coat Company. His father and two brothers freed him and saved him from death as his hand became caught in the crusher.

Ay United Press Waynesburg Andre J. Rebnek Rehmek Bobtown Shatnopin Coat Company

Tariff battle closes as prohibition fight grows

Washington dispatch reports the tariff battle nearing closure with a Senate Finance Committee revision and about 20 amendments. Expect debate on sugar schedule, literary censorship by customs agents, and possible House in conference. White House action likely within 10 days. exit of tariff signals prohibition debate shift. House hearings may start on reform measures transferring prohibition enforcement units to the justice department.

Paul R. Mallon United Press Washington Congress Senate Finance Committee White House House Liv Law Enforcement Commission Reform Treasury

Planes Carry Food to Flood Stricken Vincennes

Planes delivered food and medicine to isolated families along the Wabash and White rivers. Parachute drops reached most marooned households while some paths remained uncertain. Relief focused on Claypool Hills with illnesses reported among the stranded. Dr E S Small ignored warnings and rode to Decker township then hiked into the flood zone.

United Press Vincennes Ind White Tivers Claypool Hills White River E. S. Small Red Cross Decker Township

Mrs H F Howard Killed In Train Crossing Crash

Mrs H F Howard died at the scene after a car carrying former Corry residents collided with a train at an Indiana crossing bound for Chicago. Her husband, Clifton M Howard, was severely injured with multiple fractures and shock. The Howards, former York residents, had lived in Indianapolis and were enroute when the blizzard blocked vision. Mrs Howard died within minutes. Mr Howard showed signs of stabilization later in the day. Funeral plans were being arranged to move Mrs Howard's body to the city for services.

Indiana Crossing Chicago Cony Howard Howards Clifton M. Howard Tatisind Hnabher Whale York Tndianapolis and M Howard Indianspolis

Woman's Club to Stage Aunt Lucia at High School Auditorium

Rachel Purcell of Universal Producing Company advances plans for the Woman's Club benefit production Aunt Lucia to be staged at the High School auditorium on Thursday and Friday evenings in February. Cast selection underway with about 100 to 150 participants. initial rehearsals tonight at the Woman's Club home on Mott Street. Dr C P Bennett travels to Buffalo for several days of business.

Rachel Purcell Universal Producing Company Licia Jon Moon Woman's Club Mott Street Miss Purcell

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