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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1936
Page
1
Farmers hail the two-day downpour as a drought relief across the region. Heavy showers late Thursday and overnight soaked dirt roads, revived corn and late potatoes, and refreshed lawns, gardens, and meadows. The rainfall also spurred a record hay harvest, with locals calling it the biggest crop in years and a much needed blessing amid dry spells and midwestern drought concerns.
Asheville July 24 Sheriff Laurence Brown set a 7 p m deadline for arresting the slayer of Helen Clevenger then vanished on a mysterious errand believed tied to solving the eight day old murder of 19 year old New York University student Helen Clevenger in a baffling case.
The Association of American Railroads reported weekly revenue freight loadings at 720,402 cars for the week ended July 1, down 3,922 from the prior week yet up 127,730 from the same week last year. Miscellaneous freight totaled 248,222 cars, down 3,618 from the previous week and up 47,895 from the year earlier. Less than carload freight rose to 1,?472 cars, down 2644 from the prior week and up 4,592 from 1985.
The states patrol sub station in Franklin will open August 1 with headquarters at 17 West Smith Street. A.J. Oldham of the Franklin district headquarters stated officials will visit today or Saturday to finalize opening arrangements. The local detail will include three members, one providing daily office hours.
Washington July 24 nearly 1000 pending postmaster appointments fall under Roosevelt executive order removing politics from postmasterships. About 800 more go under the old patronage system with congressmen or Democratic committees choosing top civil service qualifiers. Officials say about 1000 examinations await action with civil service rules applying when exams are not yet called, raising concerns of automatic top candidate awards and fears of African American postmasters in the South.
A naval board of inquiry began investigating the deaths of Lieut W C Oliver and Machinist Mate Paul Gresky who perished during a midair crash over a county fair. They were with a San Diego naval training squad when a wing strut snapped. Oliver steered the ship toward a vacant area to avoid the crowd, while Gresky did not survive the plunge. Oliver stayed with the burning craft to avert a catastrophe near the fair tents.
Gov Alf Landon formally embarked on his presidential campaign as the Republican nominee praising constitutional precepts and states rights. The massive Topeka gathering cheered as tens of thousands voiced support in a plains country turnout. The crowd urged preserving American government from executive overreach. Continued on Page Three.
Four bids were submitted for 128 miles of transmission lines in Erie and Crawford counties. Hess & Barton of Pittsburgh led at 102202 dollars, with Monroe Electric Chicago and Callahan Construction Dallas also bidding, and Franklin Electric Pittsburgh highest at 141292 dollars. Groundbreaking ceremonies are being planned by association directors.
Senator Borah of Idaho urged a firm stand behind the Constitution during a Pioneer Day event in Hagerman warning that bureaucracy breeds fascism and dictatorship. He spoke to gathered citizens about safeguarding constitutional principles amid rising governmental power.
International effort in 1936 Spanish Civil War moves to rescue Americans and foreign nationals. Ships from major powers head to key ports as Madrid and San Sebastian grow tense. U S embassy at risk. consul reports danger and evacuation of about 100 Americans and foreign nationals aboard the Exeter.
A local club hosts a free band concert at the Lincoln Avenue venue, featuring performances by the Coleman and Valer ensembles and a varied program. The city event, weather permitting, will begin at 8:18 PM with selections from standard marches and overtures.
Pittsburgh July 24 A new appeal for passage of flood control measures was presented today as the House Flood Control Committee and Harrisburg faced skepticism from the Senate Judiciary Committee. The unresolved bills threaten any start this year on Ohio River basin reservoir projects.
Washington July 24 labor leaders of the John L. Lewis wing presided over a renewed drive to pass a shorter work week next session. They aim to organize the unorganized, then push for economies rights and cut the work week to put jobless to work. An independent movement opposing Lew is expected to press its fight for the Black Connery Dill. The proposed measure, crafted with Donald Richberg and Frances Perkins after the NRA ruling, would set a 20 hour week in interstate industries with necessary exceptions.
Aboard the schooner Liberty President Roosevelt anchors from Yarmouth harbor for a Bay of Fundy cruise toward Grand Manan waters seeking tuna. The plan is to stay near Grand Manan until vacation ends at Campobello around July 25, with Savanna steering in familiar waters.
About 24 members of the Imowa Jehovah's Witnesses were arrested in Monessen Pa for disorderly conduct and peddling pamphlets without proper permits. They were sent to jail awaiting further action.
Pennsylvania faces 580000 unemployed relying on metal agencies and store credit after legislature adjourned without replenishing the treasury. A large gallery demonstration disrupted Senate proceedings as 200 hunger marchers pressed for 100000000 in relief through February 1.
A. D. Malley, Civil Engineer and early mapper of Corry, died about 8:20 AM at Corry Hospital after a few days as a patient. Born August 25, 1840 in Blery North Carolina, he retired to West Spring Creek Township in 1869 and was its oldest resident. Surviving are two sons Homer A. Manley and S. V. Manley plus two grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday at 2 PM at West Spring Creek church, with burial in the West Spring Creek Cemetery.
Dayton Dean testified at the mill pond scene claiming Stay Coleman and five other Black Legion members shot for a drinking party. Detectives doubt the confession and officials vow a thorough investigation as Livingston and Wayne county authorities cooperate to locate any more victims.
Receipt of work by Bernard Cochran, WPA director, aims to raise the Erie district WPA list from 9,900 to about 11,000. Workers will be drawn from relief lists, including many previously employed in WPA projects. The increase still leaves a shortfall from March totals, with hopes for further orders to absorb the entire relief loan.
Chicago July 24 United Press survey shows prolonged drought and heat trim canning supplies. Sweet corn crops may fall by up to 50 percent while tomatoes and green beans also drop, signaling higher prices for American housewives who rely on canned goods for winter.
Bills for school taxes in Corry increased due to a 2.5 mill rise in property tax and a $1 per capita levy. Centralized collection is in effect with City Treasurer Frank T. Westley in charge for the first time. Alderman George H. Gordon previously served as the adroit tax collector after the treasurer declined the post. Authorities expect one of their largest returns in years as taxes rise to ease district finances. Taxpayers have until October 1 to pay without penalty, with many likely to settle earlier.
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