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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1936
Page
7
A scattered pastiche notes delinquent taxpayers warned of collection actions, while council chatter covers examinations, spring releases, and publicity on statewide taxes. Authorities report postal, highway, and voter registration reminders, with local officials announcing appointments, weather briefings, and highway work amid mid winter disruptions.
Erie County court under Judge Willa rapidly disposed of 36 nonsupport cases, ordering 16 defendants to pay $2.50 weekly to wives and families while 20 cases were continued. Defendants include Vee Manges and Harry Main. Aimed to expand filing questions and more frequent hearings to build a nationwide leading nonsupport system.
An evangelist campaign opens at the Advent Christian Church with Evangelist Pranik J. Davis leading nightly services for two weeks starting February 2. Services begin at 7 2 o clock each evening except Saturdays. The theme centers on personal victory through Jesus Christ. Davis is invited by local Christian leaders after decades of evangelistic work.
All members of Lieut. A W Thompson Post 264 VFW are asked to attend Friday night at 8 at the VFW home. An oyster supper will follow the business meeting and bonus application blanks will be filled out as much as possible. Commander Paul Lines urges all members to attend.
District Commander Large of the American Legion reports this afternoon that a supply of bonus application blanks has been received locally. Stephen Brooks, service officer of Himer C Currier post, will assist any veteran with preparing the applications. Girls invited to propose marriage in Salinas offer noted amid clerical misprint. the story mentions free marriage licenses for prospective brides who already filed in 1936.
An advertisement touts a purely vegetable Lebanon Herbal Tablet said to improve feelings by morning. It promises clearer thinking and better appearance, claiming gentle action on the liver kidneys and bowels. A three box supply is recommended from druggists with one tonight.
A 41 year old African American Morgan Street extension worker Wallington died after being struck by an automobile on the Meadville road. Coroner planned inquest Friday night at 7. The driver Bills Mintz of Pittsburgh faced investigation as the county records marked the third fatal toll this year on the highways.
Arthur Blass, attorney, circulates petitions for Republican congressional nomination. Opponents Ralph McCreary and Peter Speron join petitions in Erie County. Willian P Rose faces challenge in Cambridge Springs district. Peyton, jailed radio entertainer, granted bond pending new trial motion after being sentenced to one to three years for aggravated assault and battery.
Twenty two women answered the Red Cross appeal to help needy families by sewing quilts. Volunteers gathered all day to cut, piece, and tie the blankets. Chapter officers thank the volunteers and the community for support and assistance.
Irene, newly married into the Kaine circle, confronts the Terhunes who reveal a deeper cultural divide. She learns Dirk will not abandon his solar work, while Irene pursues status through art, beauty, and social climbing, yielding a bitter internal struggle and a planned public victory. Agnes Mask intensifies her devotion to Carl, seeks beauty regimens, and plots to publish his poetry as a personal triumph.
Multiple classified items list workers needed for metal and mechanical tasks in Chattataua and Corry, Pennsylvania. Ads promise weekly earnings, tool provision, and quick interviews. also poultry supply orders, radio repairs, and an administrator notice for William B. Cady estate in Corry.
A discussion on a Townsend plan provokes talk of a national inquiry into alleged schemes and pension-related fraud. Congress and supporters debate the merits while critics warn of sensational investigations tied to munitions lobbying and a push to value large annual levies.
Two youths Edwin Wentz and May Frangis, both 15 and 17, were killed when an automobile struck them near Jersey Shore. The driver, Cleon Jerrold, said he was blinded by lights and did not see the pedestrians before the collision. They were taken to Jer Shore Hospice where they died of injuries.
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