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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1937
Page
1
President Roosevelt hosts Cordell Hull at a luncheon to discuss developments in the Sino Japanese war crisis. The briefing signals U S resolve to avoid war and protect American rights while urging international prudence in Far East affairs.
Corry today found relief from two weeks of sultry heat as cooler air moved in and clouds threatened more showers. The region faced a heavy storm on Thursday night with reports of lightning fatalities in nearby areas, including Edward Phillips Jr and Albert Ross, while other injuries and damage were noted across Pittsburgh and surrounding towns. The county airport experienced flooding disrupting lighting and radio systems and delaying schedules.
A 25 year old blonde arrested as a suspicious person was released after questioning in the case of Dr. George W. Webster an 89 year old obstetrician slain in Providence R I Police deputy superintendent James J Quistk said investigators failed to obtain any identification from her The gift was identified as Miss Elizabeth Prince 25 The victim's secretary Dorothea Gilligan 53 lives with her mother and has conferred with investigators regarding the doctor's professional records and cases Gilligan is believed to have treated the victim's professional matters and helps establish the context of the crime.
Alpine Utah July 17 The search for seven crash victims at Wering Lake Haray peak continues as four bodies have been recovered three days after the December disaster. The latest identified is Carl Christopher a 44 year old passenger from Dwight.
A steel construction worker, 41, injured when he fell from a tree at the General Electric Plant in Erie. He died last night from a skull fracture and internal injuries. He had recently moved to Erie from Cohimbus.
July 17 report on the 12 car funeral train carrying 106 lawmakers including 84 senators and 22 representatives heading to Arkansas to pay tribute to Joseph T. Robinson while speculating on his successor. Barkley and Harrison were among those on board amid ongoing judiciary reorganization wrangles.
Waynesburg Pennsylvania July 17 testimony in bylaw of Mrs Laura E Morris of Waynesburg dismissed as a teacher from the Whitley Septural School on charges of cruelty and incompetence will be heard duly at a public hearing She is the first instructor in Greene county to demand a public hearing under provisions of the recently enacted teachers tenure act A hearing conducted by the school board was testified that Mrs Morris used a poker and a baseball bat in punitive punishment and had refused to recommend any of the six Dmnils in the eighth grade to take high school entrance tests Mrs Morris side of the story will be told at the hearing July 27
Gov. Frank Murphy called union and operator representatives to a peace conference in Muskegon as a 30 day truce halted a Michigan intra-state trucking strike. The move aims to end the dispute and resume normal shipping.
A $100,000 gasoline fire at the Pure Oil Company plant in Atlantic City injured nearly 200 people. Investigators believe a cigarette carelessly discarded on oil-soaked ground started the blaze.
The Social Security Board approves unemployment benefits for about 11 million workers across states and the District of Columbia. About 4 million receive payments in the next two days via employer taxes, totaling over 27 million dollars, with coverage excluding agricultural workers and some others. Arthur J. F. Altmeyer notes progress in unemployment insurance and workmen's compensation laws over the past two years. The effort aims to prevent gaps in coverage while acknowledging ongoing structural issues.
United Press reports a near evenly split Senate faces a close vote on judicial reorganization. Democrats weigh delaying until after the July 21 caucus and plan for a possible summer session while some oppose the measure and others push for quick action.
Former city treasurer Frank E. Westley formally announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Mayor of Corry. The piece notes Democratic activity and potential rivals as the city readies for a busy municipal election with multiple offices to be filled and several candidates rumored to enter the race.
Los Angeles on July 17 Mae West prepared to sue to annul her 24 year marriage to Promie Wallace a vaudeville performer. Her attorney admitted the marriage in court yesterday ending the current phase of the case and signaling a new round of legal action.
London dispatch reports a Patna area rail accident in India where seven cars of a train toppled. All but two first and second class passengers were accounted for with救 future details scarce as responders reached the scene.
Renournay May 17 Miss Amelia Barbart and Syederlek 15 days after their forced landing near Lught. The coast guard cutter Tasca and the aircraft carrier Lexington lead a renewed hunt with 62 planes in the area. The Swan is also in the search as Lexington heads toward Pearl Harbor. the carrier has flown over 100000 miles in days of flight.
A university quartet named Taylor presented a fine program at the First Methodist Church to a crowd of about two hundred. Each member spoke on Christian life experiences, highlighting Arland Briggs who plans to enter the ministry. The group includes Carl Reppert of Frankfort Indiana Harold Miller of Akron Ta Dank and Joe Kimbel of Canton with hopes for future performances.
Rochester Minn July 17 Stratomphere balloonist Dean Plecavit says he will complete nine craft and prepare to ride into the sky beneath a cluster of small balloons. He will delay takeoff for a high pressure area and prefers the cool evening if possible as weather observers monitor conditions for tonight or tomorrow.
A widespread plot to overthrow Franco's nationalist regime was reported by Loyalist radio stations in Santander. Generals and officials urged unity, while Loyalist observers noted preparations and the possible massing of forces to counter the Nationalists amid tensions in Spain.
A head on collision south of Triangle Virginia killed four people early today, two Marines and two young women. Names include Private Norton Goodwin of Whitman Massachusetts and Alice Quereste of Waterbury Connecticut. Two others were seriously injured, with a white truck driver and a black passenger reported unidentified. Authorities launched a formal investigation into the crash.
Pennsylvania National Guardsmen of the 28th Division move into Thollintown Gap for a two week training period under United States Army officers. Brig. Generals Marvin, Smith, McLean, and Glorone lead infantry, coast artillery, and engineers with 70 officers and nearly 5,000 volunteers. The maneuver includes plane, truck, horse, and fire training, guided by top guard leaders. Maj. Gen. Shannon plans a Sunday review and the General William Moffat Peters medal will be awarded to a top service member.
The Uniized Press from Pittsburgh reports a sharp drop in steel works activity with overall capacity at 84 percent in a week and 80 percent in other districts. Managers say current output marks a decline from 90 percent a year ago and 62 percent two years ago as weather and seasonal factors affect operations.
Investigation into the slaying of Dr. George W. Webster, a 29 year old obstetrician, takes a sensational turn as reports claim heavy debts to horse race bookies. The case centers on financial pressures and potential motives tied to gambling debts.
A multine plant at Haintengtou across the Yangtse from Shungking explodes killing at least 70 workers and wounding many more. Weather forecast calls for fall and copter tonight and Monday in the region.
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