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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1936
Page
4
A local editorial argues for permanent license revocation for intoxicated drivers to prevent fatalities like the First Ward boy’s death. It urges strict penalties, including a lifelong driving ban, as a proven deterrent, noting the danger of driving under the influence and the need for swift policy action. The piece also critiques political rhetoric and compares figures like Lehman and Landon.
The essay blames European military and diplomatic experts for pushing the League of Nations into sanctions on Italy over Ethiopia. It notes their failure as Ethiopia’s campaign ended in nine months, undermining confidence in experts. It also cites W. A. Selvig claiming U S coal reserves could last millennia with only about 1 percent used annually.
The discussion notes coal could be converted to oil and gasoline as needed, but at higher cost and lower efficiency. Oil supplies may last about 15 years at current consumption, with new pools and oil shale as longer term but expensive sources. Emphasis on avoiding wasteful use of oil and gas and a remark on how more words often mean less thought.
The opening marks a new link in the Pan American highway, a 12 000 mile route from Canada to Argentina. It will connect North Central and South America, boosting motor tourism, cultural exchange, and neighborly relations. Vice President Garner praised caravans of friendship and peace along these highways.
The National Recreation Association declares swimming the nation’s most popular sport with 18 million outdoor pool admissions and 46.5 million visits to public beaches in 1823. It notes safety advances, cost effectiveness, and broad public enthusiasm amid garbled commentary on costumes and public discourse.
Twenty years ago items recount a junior resident’s fire at West Pleasant and Fourth Avenue, Ivan Rickerson slated as Grandin Hotel manager, Lt. Lyle Van Vieck named aide to Brig. Gen. Logan, Pennsy railroad to spend forty thousand dollars on freight station extensions, deaths of Mrs. Mary J. Olde and injuries from road and kitchen accidents including Thomas Downey Jr and Dr. H. A. Curtis, with various local incidents and hospital stays.
The text asserts Chester, originally Upland, founded by Swedes in 1643 as Pennsylvania’s oldest settlement. It notes William Penn’s landing in 1682, his residence at Caleb Pusey House (1683), and mentions historic sites in Chester such as Town Hall, Washington House, Logan House, and Gott House as museums, with references to early structures and figures.
Paris July 7 Molyneux creations appear on stages in Paris with Irena Brillant starring at the Comedie Francaise in The Donkey of Buridon. She shifts from a white and silver crepe gown with a velvet blue feather adornment to a salmon pink draped gown, then a dove grey satin ensemble with a tulip print jacket, and finally a dove grey satin gown with a fitted bodice and long skirt.
A brief fashion note emphasizes tailored evening wear as a timeless choice. It mentions refined silhouettes suitable for formal occasions and the enduring appeal of well cut garments in current style.
A scrambled miscellany features questions about Africa’s rivers and capitals, etiquette tips at dinner, weathered humor, and garbled entries. Answers hint at continent distances, plant forms, and day horoscopes, with references to Congo Niger Zambezi and an eye gauge.
A vivacious blonde actress, Miss Farrell, discusses decorating as a guiding hobby and interior makeover career. She recounts color schemes for different moods, cites Louis XV pieces repainted in blue green, and admits often offering unsolicited design advice to friends and acquaintances.
The notice outlines star influences for those born Feb 20 to Mar 20, with morning and afternoon energy notes and a cautionary period in mid July. It mentions travel, writing, and music as beneficial pursuits during September 1936 and flags danger and disputes around mid July with dates July 15 to 23 and July 16 to 18, urging careful handling of papers and messages.
Native women of Vixona Hawaii resist mechanization by crafting laubala mats in the traditional sie manner their grandmothers did for centuries.
Farmers in Linden California have approved a 25 cent per acre tax to raise a fund for pest control against the grasshopper plague. They warn the levy may rise if the pests are not exterminated promptly.
Pennsylvania liquor and beer licensees cannot advertise outside their premises with ads, posters or music. The State Liquor Control Board approved a four point program prohibiting outdoor advertising and loud music near entrances. Clyde B. Smith, director of licensing, cited curb appeals and public complaints as the rationale. Dr. A W Goodwin became Oil City Rotary Club president as new officers took charge at the luncheon meeting.
Baie July report shows county commissioners may face litigation after purchasing 51 voting machines without budgeted funds. Solicitor Jacob Held previously ruled contracts not in the budget are illegal. state decision upheld that stance. Automatic Voting Machine Co of Jamestown contends the contract is legal and will enforce its terms.
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