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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1932
Page
1
A fragmented note mentions Friday in Alabama with references to approval visits and a greeting to Boris and Mrs. with a town laughter reference, and a registration-related moment. The readable phrasing hints at a personal visit and identity verification in a local context.
A new treaty for an $800 million St Lawrence waterway linking the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Sea is signed by Secretary of State Stimson for the United States and Canada’s Minister Her ridge. Senate hearings may hear Roosevelt on New York state involvement while Hoover’s stance on public utility control colors the discussions. The Seaway, including two dams capable of 1,600,000 horsepower, would span the Great Lakes and St Lawrence, with total cost including past work estimated at $800 million. The treaty leaves allocation and sale decisions to political subdivisions of both nations.
Mount Gretna dispatch reports Capt W 8 Houghton of Company A 112th Infantry injured in a fall from a horse at Camp Mount Gretna treated at camp hospital not seriously hurt Army field march from Camp O Neill Mount Gretna to Harper s Tavern 20 miles away with field kitchens and pup tents planned Infantry brigade movements and chemical warfare school post graduation noted Washington dispatch confirms Hoover to sign 2 122 million unemployment aid measure and 1 500 million public works loan to spur employment with currency expansion rider and home loan bank provision as relief effort details outlined
Pittsburgh July 18 Two Negroes confessed to beating to death Ralph P Miller 39 brother of State Highway Patrol Captain David B Miner Greensburg The suspects Edward Burse 22 Ya yansh Gu and George Dillar 32 Pittsburgh implicated a third man in the homicide detectives announced Burse admitted taking part in the fight but named Dillan as the knocker of Miller An investigation is ongoing for the third man
July 18 Montreal reports say the Empress of Britain, carrying seven British cabinet members and other guests to the Ottawa economic conference, collided with the freighter Bristwood near Red Island ten hours after a salon fire had been extinguished. Neither vessel was belly damaged. both ships backed away and proceeded to Quebec under their own power. The Empress is due in Quebec today.
Government vows action against Al Capone syndicate after two year probe by Prohibition agents Secret Six and Chicago police. A 60 page report to the U S Attorney General reportedly contains admissions and evidence. details continue on page 4.
United Press reports brutal political riots sweeping Germany with 20 killed and many wounded. After an emergency cabinet meet, outdoor demonstrations were banned across the Reich and politicians sought broader powers amid clashes during a fascist parade.
Two persons suffered injuries in separate Saturday accidents. Mrs. Sarah Austin, 78, fractured left arm after a fall at her home. Norman Pettite, 7, Bradford, broke his right shoulder in a fall while visiting Mrs. Bertha Nichols on Worth Street. Dr Kibler set the fracture.
Pennsylvania became the first state to apply for aid under the Wagner relief bill. Governor Pinchot's office announced a formal request had been sent to the Reconstruction Finance Corporation on Saturday.
Rumors long in circulation that Ernest A. Williams, Streets Superintendent, would become Chief of Police appear to be solidifying as the Civil Service Commission plans another exam Friday. Mayor Starr is said to have indicated Williams will be appointed, triggering his resignation from the City Council prior to the commission exam. Acting Chief Flannigan has led the department amid unsolved cases being cleared and is favored by some for the post.
In Harrisburg Senate leaders defended plans to restore about 9 million dollars in institutional appropriations. Gov Pinchot warned of a veto as the House and Senate clash over a broad 60-bill economy program. Proposals include shifting several million from special funds for relief work and possibly raising motor truck license fees to cover deficits.
Washington July 18 Federal detective agencies have withdrawn from active participation in the Lindbergh baby slayings hunt. President Hoover had ordered a nationwide effort but agencies say they will stay ready to assist via New Jersey state police under Col. H Norman Schwarzkopf. A senior detective called the case a horrible mess with overlooked points and loopholes. Charles Wellmiot of Bele visited friends in the city.
Mayor Ben F. Starr and city officials sought county help for Main Street resurfacing estimated over 9000 dollars with the state covering 11 feet and the city paying the rest. County commissioners offered little encouragement and deemed using gasoline tax refunds for street work illegal, asking the city solicitor for a definitive opinion.
NBC network presents Jones and Hare at 6 46, Mini strel show on WEAF at 8 20, Parade of States. CBS networks air Modern mele chorus at 9 45 and Columbia Symphony at 10 30 with WEAF and WIZ also listed as venues.
A Ford sedan rolled over on Kimball Hill west of Union City in fog after driver Grant Ross failed to navigate a curve. One woman, Mrs Roach, sustained a severely crushed hand and other passengers suffered bruises and cuts. The party, including Mr and Mrs Columa Ross and Mr and Mrs Park Road, escaped with minor injuries and were treated at Union City hospital.
NEW KENSINGTON Pa July 18 Burgess Daniel Burns seeks release for two unemployed men held in Greensburg jail for failure to pay 1951 school taxes Archie McBacheria 49 and Ivy Newman 6 dollars also listed as a negro Both were jailed last Thursday under a 99 year old Pennsylvania law allowing imprisonment of delinquent taxpayers.
Emerson Collins of the Pennsylvania Public Service Commission said he would resign within a reasonable time if his health improved. He released his reply to Governor Pinchot amid demands for resignation over ill health and inability to participate in commission proceedings.
Washington reports show veterans urged to remain in the capital to press for government aid while many fear returning home. Congress adjourned until December ending hopes for early action. Waters of Oregon vowed to stay, proposing a convention to decide future policy. Robertson of California hinted at more demonstrations and political action.
Governor Roosevelt met Colonel Edward M. House aboard a 40 foot yawl during a six day ocean cruise. They discussed the presidential campaign while Roosevelt stopped at Colonel House's summer home overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Willard Hines Hallbrook a retired army officer and former chief of cavalry Wy Army died in Walter Reed General Hospital Washington. He was 72 years old.
In Pittsburgh area heat lingered with high humidity causing two district deaths during a weekend heat wave. Jolur Uncapher, 20, died of a heart attack during a park swimming party near New Kensington, and Thomas W. Salisbury, 30, collapsed watching a ball game at Kinloch. Several heat prostration cases were reported as thundershowers were forecast with little relief expected.
President Hoover in a letter to Senator Steiner urged banks to pursue a lenient approach in handling foreclosures and troubled loans. The note called for restraint to avoid aggressive asset seizure amid economic strain.
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