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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1937

Page

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Smith Found Guilty in First Degree Murder Trial

United Press reports Thomas Edward Smith, 21, found guilty of first degree murder for the knife slaying of Marylen Bubbecl in Butpalo New York. A largely father jury recommended life imprisonment rather than the death penalty under the new law. Justice Simon Harris set sentencing for 2 p.m. Tuesday as Smith expressed shock and muttered final remarks after the verdict.

United Press Butpalo N.Y Shine Thomas Edward Smith Foolu Marylen Bubeécl Supreme Court Simon Harris Smith Sul Thoms

Reilly Accuses Margiotti in Grand Jury Testimony

Pittsburgh June 17 A. Reilly Fayette County district attorney angrily accuses Attorney General Charles J. Margiotti of lying during cross examination in a grand jury probe into a third degree murder case. Reilly challenges Margiotti’s motives and questions about testimony given earlier.

Pittsburgh A. Reilly Payette Margiotti Brand Devin France Monaghan Uniontiwn Bislett Reilly

Basque surrender talks advance as Bilbao is attacked

Nationalist radio reports Basque leaders seek terms from Gen Franco for Bilbao's surrender. Franco warns surrender not unconditional as Basque city endures heavy bombardment and church destruction. Refugees flee toward Santander while rail lines clog with families and limited supplies amid the fighting.

United Press Xomentlan Salamanca Francisco Franco Bilbao Franco

Taft to Head Federal Board Mediation Effort in Steel Strike

Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins names a three member board to mediate the seven state steel strike. The panel will seek a settlement as tensions rise and worker demands await federal action. The report notes ongoing government involvement and preparation for further steps.

Perkins Roosevelt United Press Washington Secretary of Labor Frances Perking Uae Seevathry of Labor Wulwishik McGraay Eunsiuil Eid Tom Abel Asha Sora Lewik Chicago Wellhington

Corry Hospital Stockholders Reelect Board

Corry Hospital stockholders reelect the board and officers after a year’s financial report. The annual meeting reports 1126 patients treated with 42 deaths and 176 births, outlining 272 minor operations and other metrics. The board includes G G Barer C F Brown Cay L Carlson and others.

Atick Anna Hives Iowa Laval G. G. Barer C.F. Brown Cay L. Carlson D. W. de Romay Sney B. Eston Edward W. Weldl R. di Fogle Luke Graham Houighton Howard Blaine Kincaid

Grand Jury Probes Wild Party In Hollywood Scandal

Grand jury opened an investigation into a Hollywood party involving about 100 young women presented as entertainers. Patricia Gouging and others testified while a key figure, Ross, defended himself after a gun incident tied to a film project. a witness refused to pose for photographers.

United Press LCR Patricia Gouging Mies Ross Wii Chicaga Grand Jury Han Douglas

Du Pont Family Announces Fall Wedding Plans

In Wilmington, Alexandrine du Pont, cousin of P. du Pont, announced at a party that her daughter will marry Howard Alfred Perkins Jr. of Philadelphia, son of Mrs. Robert K McCall. The wedding is planned for the fall as society tracks another du Pont romance this season.

Re United Wilmington Del Society Alexandrine Piffel du Pont Franklin D. Roosevelt Lanmot I Pont I. Qu Pont de Nemours Company Howard Alfred Perkins, Jr Philadelphia Robert K McCall

Respite Granted in Slaying Case Sees Plea Review

Harrisburg reports a stay of execution for Jilin Letker as prosecutors review new details in the Kathryn Bracken murder case. Judge Georg A. Karle announced the decision as the defense seeks further examination of evidence and timing.

United Press Harrisburg Jilin Letker Bynulevilly Hight Kathryn Bracken Civ Georg A. Karle

Murray Urges Senate Probe of Steel Companies

Senator Murray presses for a Senate inquiry into steel companies amid a nationwide steel strike. He urges broad investigation into organizers and alleged violence, with support from officials seeking to uncover interference with mail and labor activity. A five-member House panel may be appointed to assist.

Murray Senate Murva Chine HS Stury Servie Muray Dudley A. White FR. C Hovss White Gilley Hu'ilee

Mines warn Lewis outline to resist coal supply curbs

Western Pennsylvania Coal Operators Association warned Lewis to resist any attempt to shut off coal to struck steel firms. Byron A. Canon, secretary, sent the warning to United Mine Workers leader Jim L. Lewis. Lewis has called out about 10,000 workers in Pennsylvania and West Virginia in captive mines tied to Bethlehem Steel Republic Steel and Youngstown Sheet & Tube as CIO strikes escalate.

United Press Pittsburgh Duwni Western Pennsylvania Coal Operators Association Jim L. Lewin Adlay Thy Divin United Mine Workers Byron A. Canon Lewis UMWA

Loyalists Claim 2000 Italian Troops Captured at Bilbao Front

Valencia Spain June 17 An unconfirmed report circulated that Loyalists on the Bubban front captured 2000 Italian troops. The report came from usually reliable quarters but lacks official substantiation. Loyalist leaders insist a front shift favors Loyalists.

Valencia Spain Ete

Postmaster Sullivan Addresses Corry Kiwanis Meeting

Twenty nine Kiwanis members and two guests heard postmaster James P. Sullivan discuss the postal division's history and progress. He noted Corry post office’s first class rating and its significance, as the group planned a Whittlesey cottage gathering at Findley Take next Wednesday for a summer vacation closing.

Hugh Brace Superior Wis Adj J.P. Sullvan Corry Atel Corryth Corry Kiwanis Crawford M. Woods Theo P. Willams James P. Sullivan Whittlesey Findley

Eighth Body Recovered After Submerged Cabin Incident

The body of 76 year old James Dublin of Altoona Pennsylvania is recovered at Bennett's pier after the eight foot cabin submerged near Teal. Dublin was last seen ashore about ten days earlier.

Bowers Beach Del James Dublin Altoona Teal Bennett's Pier Imilan Here

Treasury chief cites ingenious tax avoidance schemes

Secretary Morgenthau urged Congress to close gaps in federal tax laws. He described methods used to evade taxes, noting a group of lawyers and accountants who help clients minimize payments without naming individuals, while stressing ongoing investigations.

United Press Washington Secretary of Treasury Henry Morgenthau Congressional Committee Roos Wall Morgenthin Wileyerfly

Ridgway Salesman Sentenced to Prison

Ridgway Pennsylvania traveling salesman Bert G Ayers was sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to attempting to extort a tax money payment from a prominent Ridgway physician. The case involved a demand for $500 and testimony indicated involvement with his family, including ten children.

United Press Pittsburgh Herebert G Ayers Ridgway Euidey Jenny Ayers Susan W. A. W. Switer

City to extend police patrols to curb fast driving here

Mayor Glen Muller announced a campaign to check fast driving with extended patrols. Chief John Planigaty said enforcement targets reckless speeding and parking violations, aiming to reduce accidents and improve traffic flow as offenders face arrests for parking on wrong sides and in restricted zones.

Glen Muller Sid Golly Miller Seroum Pallee John Planigaty

Roosevelt to Meet Solons in Peace Session

Washington reports Roosevelt will convene with congressional leaders in a peace session. A varied schedule includes travel from Annapolis and Baltimore venues to discuss national concerns with the Senate and House members.

Roosevelt Solons

Harlow's Will Names Mother Sole Beneficiary

Hollywood report states Teri Harlow's will names her mother as sole beneficiary with estate value estimated from 100000 to 1000000 dollars. The will omits other relatives and lists minimal estate details as beyond ten thousand dollars. John Doe, a Washington D C dentist and US coast guard official, noted absence of Harlow’s father from the will.

United Front Hollywood Teri Halow Agle Rele Alwan Mra Juan Berto John Mise Harlow Monte Steenis Washington, D. C Kansas City US. S Marina Bello Amatty Island Aleutian U. S Coast Guard

Barrie Sinking In London Vision Report

Barrie playwright James OM Barrie of Barrie was believed sinking in London on June 17 after a bronchial illness. Reports say he was gravely ill with pneumonia and may not survive.

Barrie London Sly James OM

Picket Shot at Canton Sparks Tense Protests

June 17 report of a Canton plant picket at United Alloy Plant a Republic Steel subsidiary where a picket named Steve Mann was shot in the arm. Guards deployed by Gov. Martin J. Davey and a 240 strong police detachment faced the unrest as leaders urged restraint. No immediate comment from guards.

Py United Prent Air Tre'gh Atered United Alloy Plant Republic Steel Corporat Steve Mann Anther Nicket Martin J. Davey

Loyalist ships seized at Hendaye frontier

Nationalists report six Loyalist vessels captured near the French Spanish frontier from Bilbao to Santander. One ship carried women and children begging for food amid privations. Bilbao weather shows showers tonight and Friday with little temperature change.

Hendaye Bilbao Santander

National Debt Reaches 36 Billion as Q1 Financing Ends

Washington reports the national debt at 36.633 billion dollars after an overnight jump of about 1.85 billion. The increase follows the June financing, with short term government obligations and the government life insurance fund contributing to the rise, while planned redemptions reduce the total in the coming days.

United Press Washington

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