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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1935
Page
4
A Detroit City Council plan targets clutter on principal streets by proposing a zoning ordinance to reduce auto junk yards and wrecking outfits in residential areas. It argues well ordered districts protect property values and keep unattractive businesses in designated areas despite opposition.
J Hagar Hoover head of the G Men says federal agents will pursue women aiding murderous gangs deemed as harmful as the criminals. He argues women are not immune to responsibility and calls for harsher action to protect society, preserve feminine ideals, and curb crime. The policy shift treats women as equally responsible with killers in blood profits.
The United States maintains formal neutrality in the Italian Abyssinian War. Secretary Hull signals support for Abyssinia as the aggrieved party while stressing global peace, avoiding formal protests or Kellogg Briand Pact action. The tone emphasizes noninvolvement in military intervention despite public sympathy for Abyssinia.
The Supreme Court of Kansas upholds the right of newspapers to discuss public records and educate voters about candidates. A former Manhattan mayor challenged this in a libel suit against the Manhattan Mercury and Chronicle. Editors argue reporters’ confidentiality protects public welfare and exposes corruption. A bill seeks to require signed editorials, but editors deem it unnecessary and dangerous to press freedom.
Star Signals notes July 23 favorable for those born April 21 to May 71 with strong social and business prospects including collecting coins. November 1985 predicted as a warlike, successful month with enterprise and speculation improving and romance possible. A Leavenworth bicycle accident injures a boy as a dog distraction causes a spill. Harold Ald suffered injuries in the crash.
Rush Holt the youngest senator in history attracts attention for a pee wee golf exhibition and an accidental tour of the senate barber shop. The White House unveils a balloon tire electric lawn mower to avoid blade damage on the lawn. Congressional decorum comes under scrutiny as Rep Whittington defends a ruling amid moral fiber remarks by Rep Reed.
In Cleveland, a Central United Bank lobby was entered by a patrolman who stepped on an object and discovered a $13,600 missing amount. Authorities are investigating the incident as a possible theft with no immediate suspects named.
Hollywood July 20 The artificial mower business in Hollywood once a thriving small industry has seen its last days. Progress and the move to live plants in film production have ended the rose orchid and rhododendron makers. Paramount with So Red the Rose on location near Sherwood Lake plants real roses bushes and flowers across four and a half acres. Prices for artificial flowers were high with orchids at fifteen dollars a dozen and roses higher. Now gardeners are sent to location to plant real grass and flora for better photographic results.
The largest oil fired dredge is nearing completion at Coppergill. It will process 5,000 to 6,000 cubic yards of dirt daily and begin operation in July.
Report from Smithfield North Carolina describes whiskey seized by officers near town. Fragmentary text notes a thick wheel and an inscription possibly indicating origin or maker, with unclear references to dates and persons.
A sprawling Corry column catalogs town affairs from court and school matters to police actions and local personalities. It mentions the treasury dispute tied to councilman Gordon, school audit findings, the Sweitzer disturbance, job changes, fishing reports, upcoming openings, and various residents’ comings and goings.
A 1915 Jolorial item notes Corry Patt and Diary ing Park Association abandons annual race meeting after warnings from an Erie law firm for the Law Enforcement League. West Park Place paving petition returns to committee. Louise Drake adds an East Smith street addition. Miss Vernnan Owen and Stewart Heary wed at Clymer New York. A bomb scare at the J. W. and A. P. Howard plant ends as a box with carbide substance is found harmless after being shot at.
Paris fashion notes highlight a youthful trend across all wear. From peach cloth to beachwear and gowns, outfits emphasize simple sport pieces, larger buttons, and pastel or white fabrics with bright sashes. Frills, flowers, and flounces dominate evening wear, while silhouettes favor shorter skirts and exposed skin.
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