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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1937
Page
1
A fragmentary item mentions a person dying yesterday and two others injured, with unclear connections and missing details about identity, location, and circumstances. The readable text hints at a medical or accident context but lacks verifiable facts.
United Press report from Rome states Guglielmo Marconi died today at age 63 from heart disease. The wireless pioneer shaped global communication and inspired rapid news, with Mussolini and Pope Pius praying for his repose as events moved swiftly from Rome to Castel Gandolfo.
Erie company plans a $150,000 four month program including a new building for the Pennsy villa Telephone Corporation in Cory near Park Street and Pur Place. The exchange will be built in a residential Georgian style with red-mingled walls, oil heat, ventilators, and a public lobby on the first floor. Continued on Page Five. Washington talks on a new court compromise delay further action, with administration seeking broad acceptance amid Senate deliberations and party fault lines.
Pennsylvania National Guardsmen training begins with Company A Corry and 28th Tank Company Norristown firing on rifle pistol and artillery ranges. Observation squadron pilots support field artillery on Blue Mountain. Tanks maneuver on a 10,000 acre reserve as two week drill opens. Also reports birth of Myrtle Allen in Marianna, Pa.
Commissioners Bjlon Hy Blaly and Thomas WV Platley met in Waltoys this afternoon to settle a damage claim arising from a proposed bridge over Hare Creek at the pump station of the County Water Company on the Suio ta road. The am cable settlement allows the State Highway Department to proceed with the project and a minor relocation of the approach will straighten the curve and reduce hazard.
In Detroit on July 20, Common Pleas Judge Ralph W. Liddy ordered eight defendants and Ford Motor Company held for trial in September in Circuit Court on charges of assault and battery linked to the Ford riot of May 28. Liddy, who presided over a grand jury investigating the riot, overruled the defense motion to dismiss. The National Labor Relations Board neared conclusion of its hearing into Wagner Act violations alleged against the independent motor car manufacturer.
Andrew W. Mellon former Secretary of the Treasury is in good health and spending the summer in Southampton New York. He arrived from Washington on Thursday and is with his son in law D K E Bruce, the 68 year old financier.
Plans and specifications will be completed this week for reconstructing and resurfacing Roosevelt highway between Corry Sant Wie Boaverdam-Rlgin road Intersections. Project submitted to state highway department with hope for early authorization of bids. Route 4 improvements will be more than resurfacing, widening to twenty feet, and curves eased. federal aid expected.
Twenty one men were held for court on charges of assault and battery and rioting after a strike disorder at Breezewood. Two men were discharged for lack of evidence after an alderman hearing. The incident stemmed from a clash between Briggs Lumber Co. employees and workers unloading a railroad car at Everson. A separate item notes bids for Lincoln Highway improvements along US 30 between Everett and Breezewood, Bedford county, to be opened July 30 with macadam surfacing planned.
Tokyo premier emergency session approves state of self defense measures in North China. Foreign Minister Koi Hiroty reports to the throne as Gen Hajime Sugiyama and senior officials convene to discuss policies amid reports of unrest near Peiping. The cabinet argues China violates the Genon pact and seeks independent security actions.
Madrid dispatch reports Nationalists firing artillery and air power to reverse Loyalist gains near Madrid. Fighting raged along the south front toward Kilmetre No. 6 as Nationalists pressed to cut communications and drive Loyalist forces back. Air attacks, scout planes, and anti aircraft fire disturbed the capital region as crews worked to defend roads southward. A separate item notes Guy George H. Earle appointing Frank Pennack to the state Fish Commission in Harrisburg.
The Key Club near Kane sustained extensive damage estimated at $15,000. A blast or explosion was heard by neighboring farmers the day before the fire was discovered. Officials are investigating the fire’s origin as tenants were away at the time and the building was fully occupied.
In Indiana Pa on July 20 850 miners at Rochester and Pillypurehoar Corporation mine in Ernest returned to work after a strike submitted grievances to the union. About 800 workers at Yatesboro mine near Numine Pa continued the protest against a shot system. The walkout is endorsed by national union officers and will continue at the urged mines.
Mayor Glen Miller and Doreen Hargington urge faster sewer project progress amid pipe and trench work near Fortiut plant. City engineer Dickson notes delays from missing steam shovel but expects plan to speed construction after meetings with Cornel and Power officials.
The Public Utilities Commission approves installation of flashing signals at East Main Street and Pennsylvania Avenue crossings to replace watchman monitoring. Protest by day shift watchmen cited safety and train frequency concerns. The decision allows the railway to proceed with the signaling change despite opposition.
In Tallahassee on July 20 two Black youths, Richard Hawkins and Ernest Ponder, were found shot near a highway after officer J Vernon Kelly, 48, attempted to arrest them for robbery. A bystander reported crude signs threatening Black people. Investigations into the mob fatality were begun by Sheriff Frank Soutamire and Police Chief G Powledge.
The Sorry Band will perform in City Park Wednesday at 8 PM if weather allows. Director Milan O. Waller reports rain last week delayed the program. The concert features two Fox trots Boo Hog and Blue Hawaii plus Songs of the Old Folks and a slate of marches waltzes and overtures conducted by GL Thordpoody with various student and local ensemble names.
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