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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1938
Page
4
A coroner's jury in Titusville holds a motor boat responsible for the drowning death of a local youth on Canadah Lake when a canoe swamped by the boat's wake capsized. Investigators plan to push state action to regulate motor boat operation and curb dangerous lake practices, noting Findley Lake rules and urging stricter enforcement.
Col Leonard P Ayres, a Cleveland economist, sees a somewhat more encouraging business outlook. He said an upturn in building construction public utilities automobiles or railroads could trigger general recovery and lift industrial payrolls. He noted building construction and utilities look a bit more hopeful with signs of a broader pickup possible in 1939.
Fifty years after an Italian boy was brought to the United States he died in New York City leaving a $15,600 bequest to the government. He said the country was good to him, highlighting the enduring hope of America as a haven for the oppressed and a land of opportunity.
The piece argues for mobile eight inch railway guns as a flexible land defense and discusses Washington politics. It weighs New Deal liberal disappointment with Henry Wallace and the 1940 presidential prospects, citing Gillette and Wearin in Iowa.
Washington report notes proposed plan to distribute surplus clothing to the needy, with Sidney Hillman opposing expansion of relief supplies and favoring direct support. FSCC-like method expected for food, while new quilting and baby-distribution ideas are floated. Wallace stresses nourishment and clothing for employed families amid broader relief debates.
A study recalls the U S pictorial stamp issue of 1889, noting political opposition and a rapid replacement by a new 10-stamp set from 1 cent to 90 cents. It highlights changes in color and design, includes portraits of Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, Hamilton, and Garfield, and mentions the first blue Franklin stamp bust by Houdin reproduced at about one and a half times actual size.
In Paris on June 19, a feature on knitwear explores France's enduring love for handknits from simple scarves to high end gowns. Designers Amy Blatt and Aileen Rice present striking knit dresses with white silk collars, lavender and rose stripes, and rich color contrasts, while Lincien Lelong shows two innovative knits. White and off white remain favored, with tips suggesting handmade dresses be essential in every wardrobe.
Moth er s nation anticipate school reopenings as comments on a Peoria hamburger stand crash and quirky notes surface. A garbled recitation claims the equator circles Earth, a self withdrawing fishhook invention is mocked, and aging Spanish Civil War veterans are referenced as thinning ranks.
In The Dalles Oregon Sheriff and game warden fined local fisherman Christian five dollars plus costs for illegally fishing from rocks near Shallow waters. The case arose after a wardens’ inspection found gear and methods prohibited by state regulations. Citizens are reminded to follow designated fishing areas and seasonal rules to avoid penalties.
A garbled OCR item mentions Princess Patricia and a title Lady Patritts Raisey with unclear associations to Queen Victoria era figures. The readable fragments refer to a named person and noble title but lack cohesive context or event details.
Fragmented OCR notes outline a transport plan for London and Theunicipe area with references to large sums. Mentions of Lyndsey and Abe, as well as a $60 million figure, suggest a municipal project with political or civic interest. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
From the Medical Society of Pennsylvania the Daily Dozen warns that industrial skin diseases reduce workmen compensation by up to 50 percent. It explains two dermatitis types caused by irritants like acids and cements and urges proper protection and guidance to workers.
Producer Ruggles comments on fast rise to fame for actors in Hollywood. He cites Ronald Colman Bing Crosby Irene Dunne Jack Oakie Fred MacMurray Gary Cooper and others as examples of stars who gained instant public appeal. The piece also notes actors like James Cagney Martha Raye and more receiving quick recognition.
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