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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1937
Page
1
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Five hundred feet of the large storm sewer will be laid by the end of the second shift as crews push ahead. Ninety three sections of eight foot pipe were placed by 9 46 AM with total footage expected to exceed 600 feet before shift change. Crews haul Bly concrete pipe from nearby yards while excavation nears Penns Avenue. Municipal and WEA officials report progress and Ward Hamington, former street commissioner, leads the project headquarters.
A bill in Governor George H. Earle's hands would tax every gasoline pump one dollar to fund a 50 000 investigation into monopology and price discrepancies between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. The Senate passed the appropriation 26 to 10. The governor named a commission including Judge Ralph Smyth, William Godfrey, John Mel Comb, Howard J. Thompson, and Speaker Roy Furman to report on industry practices and price differentials.
Saginaw Michigan June 2 a sit down in the stamping room of the Packard Motor company spread through the small car division. About 2000 workers were idle for three hours as the plant halted after union workers ejected five non union employees. The Premlet servee parts plant a General Motors unit employing 600 men was also closed when power was shut off. Workers barricaded themselves inside and vowed to stay until a closed shop is granted.
United Press reports that Homer Martin of the United Automobile Workers said the La Follette civil liberties committee is investigating Ford Motor Co labor relations. Martin arrived in Washington to confer with John L. Lewis about the inquiry begun after the beating of UAW official Richard Plunkensteen and a companion during a pamphlet distribution at River Rouge. He plans long talks with Lewis on organizational plans.
Pennsylvania approves a conference report on a graded chain store and theatre tax. The measure imposes a license tax from 20 dollars to 3 500 based on chain size, with penalties for unlicensed operation and a 151 517 appropriation to the revenue department for collection. The tax is intended to raise about 3 million over two years to fund higher teacher salaries.
Rome reports Premier Mussolini plans talks with German war minister Von Blomberg on potential Italian German action in the Spanish civil war. If chosen, intervention would be punitive in nature, prompted by alleged Loyalist aggression and possible massing of Italian forces and materiel.
Patrolmen clarified that warnings for minor traffic infringements are mailed after cases are recorded, not replacing fines or arrests. Drivers with three or more minor violations must show cause, while officers push a tougher drive to reduce accidents through stricter enforcement of small offenses.
Paris dispatch reports France and Britain reached a telephonic agreement on a four point plan for Spain to be sent to Rome. The plan includes extending neutral survey of Spanish waters, punitive actions against innocent persons, ships not entering Spanish ports, and joint control for mutual interests. Mussolini and King Victor Emmanuel may visit, with high level military talks expected. comments claim Germany and Italy act in concert on Spain. Mrs Dawnon Olmstead of Washington visits Me city and home of Mr and Mrs Pratik Loveland.
Federal government seeks peace in steel strike talks as independent producers and unionists hold firm. James A Dewey travels from Pittsburgh to Cleveland to meet with Philip Murray as mediators work to avert escalation in the dispute involving Republic Steel and others amid the weeklong strike.
The Duke of Windsor and Mrs. Wallis Warfield plan a church blessing in Monts France. Rev R Anderson Jarane of St Pauls Darlington has not obtained church approval for the ceremony. Spokesmen for the couple say a civil wedding will precede the religious rite, with Monts mayor Chavis Mercier presiding.
Methodist ministers and laymen from Meadville district Erie region will attend a district conference in Meadville First Methodist Episcopal Church Thursday. Afternoon sessions include exams, paper presentations, book reviews, and a clergy workshop. evening program features Methodism’s Birthday and discussions on social life and church programs. Ministers’ wives meet at the Presbyterian Church.
Amelia Earhart continues her around the world flight. The article notes she plans to refuel in Venezuela and head toward Baramati, with weather conditions described as easterly and visibility limited.
School directors will meet in a special session at 5 PM to appoint George H Gordon as collector of delinquent taxes for city and school taxes under joint county authority. Gordon previously collected no taxes in the seat district, and the board may address other business if time permits.
A public reception for Rev. Francis J. Graves marked his silver jubilee at St. Ward’s hall. About 390 attendees heard welcomes, addresses from city officials and parish leaders, vocal and piano solos, and the presentation of a parish check and honorary city membership.
Washington reports the House approved President Roosevelt's 824 to 44 aid bill for 1,700,000 tobless in the 1884 fiscal year after a stormy session. Speaker and leaders pressured members to stay on duty as the measure heads to the Senate for further debate.
Paul Linea of the Liout.arehle W Thompson Post No 264 Veterans of Foreign Wars reports Saturday Poppy Day sale in the city netted 221.80. The response was substantially greater and more generous than in recent years reflecting strong donor support for veterans.
Chairman Key Pittman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee said the panel contemplated no action in the current European crisis to avoid disrupting the European non intervention nations and endangering peace. The committee discussed neutrality but ruled out any immediate measure.
Reports detail the case of Mary Ellen Babe, with defendant listing alleged motives and the court set to weigh insanity pleas. Prosecutors seek the electric chair, claiming the defendant planned the murder and that other witnesses will testify. The judge rules no photos or sketches in the courtroom.
Corry Grange No 55 hosts a joint ceremony with North Wash Grange and Clover Leaf Grange. Members will attend, participate in opening and closing, and receive the Patrons of Husbandry pledge. Delegations from Wattdburg and North Iast will present the program as planned. A large attendance is expected. refreshments will be served.
Deputy Coroner Lawrence Davison announced an inquest into the death of Bobby Sheen, to be held at 9 a.m. Saturday in the Municipal building auditorium. Dr. W. G. Stroble will conduct the inquest, with county coroner Erle. Witnesses include all eye witnesses to the accident and Ralph Wasaini, 21, Climer, driver of the truck.
Washington reports a Senate coalition of Democrats and Republicans pushing amendments to the administration agenda. The effort targets changes to the corporate surplus tax act and broader tax schedules. Key players cited include leaders and lawmakers such as Arthur Vandenberg, Robert La Follette, David Walsh, and others as the government seeks revisions aligned with presidential messaging.
Republic Steel airliner delivering tea to non striking workers at the Warren Ohio plant crashed today. Officials blamed the crash on alleged sniper fire by strikers, raising tensions as union activity affected operations.
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