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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1939

Page

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Many Seek County Offices in Corry Falls Rallying for City Seats

Frederick Kinley announces Democratic bid for City Council to face September primary. Filing opens for county posts with several candidates, including Thomas W. Flatley seeking re election and others for county commissioner, clerk of courts, district attorney, and prothonotary. Erie reports list several Republicans and Democrats taking out nominating papers as locals weigh municipal and county options.

Frederick Kinley Weild. Weaver Corry Thomas W. Flatley Helen Mschluraff Elton H. Blatt N. Dell Dunning Chri Tiffany Erie Arete George L. Wilson Ethel Davis Cainton Wasmills John Blackmore Larry Taylor Tudee of Common Pleas Robert J. Firman Aldesian Second Yard

Busy Sunday at Lawrence Airport Draws International Visitors

Lawrence Airport saw heavy weekend activity with out of town visitors from Warren Youngsville and Pittsburgh. Guests included Dr and Mrs T W Brand and others from Australia visiting the eastern United States. A new Taylor-Crall airplane was showcased as passengers enjoyed rides in the Cub coupe owned by Mr Thomas. Dick Greene, the airport’s new instructor, kept busy all day. Local anticipation builds for a planned annual air show this year.

Lawrence Vistors Youngsilre Warren Pittsburgh Jack Schule Charles Swanson Fay McCoslin E. Allewig Rensma Youngsville Thomas Fom TW. Brand Pittsburgn Norman Alsaker Broken Hill New South Wales Australia John Homewood Sidney United States Dick Greene Oarty Enthusfiam

Three Day Novena Opens At St Thomas Church

A three day novena in honor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help began at St Thomas Church on Sunday. Services are held in the chapel, opening Sunday evening and continuing through the next days with a high mass.

ST. Thomas’ Church Our Lady of Perpetual Help SL Cuba

Virginia socialites to face charges in Cassini case

Three prominent Virginia horse set members plan to appear in Warrenton court Wednesday to answer charges of assault in connection with an incident involving Count Igor Cassini, Washington Times Herald columnist known for the Chit Chat Petit Point column. Commonwealth Attorney Clarence Carter said bail will be set at the hearing before Trial Justice B. Richards Glasscock. Cassini is grandson of Count Arturo Cassini, a former Russian ambassador.

United Press Warrenton Virginia Fox Hunting Igor Cassini Washington Jan Montgomery Colin Montgomery Alexander Wwvert Cassini Clarence Carter Walter H. Robertson B. Richards Glasscock Glasscock Carter Petit Point Washington Times-Herald Arturo Cassini Tsains United States

President of LSU Sought Amid Fund Shortage

United Press reports Louisiana Governor Leche announced a shortage of several hundred thousand dollars in LSU funds. Dr. James Monroe Smith, LSU president who resigned, was sought by state police in the swamps west of the Mississippi River. He reportedly faced potential charges before the East Baton Rouge parish grand jury. Governor Leche’s plan to resign was postponed as Lieut. Gov. Earl K. Long prepared to assume power and ensure Smith received due process.

Uniterd Press Baton Rouge Missippi River Janes Monroe Smith Louisiana State University Richard W.leche Louisiana Lewhe Earl & Long Interuey P Long Dr. Smith

England and Japan clash over blockades in Tientsin

In Tientsin a Japanese official protested that Britons exaggerate indignities in the British concession blockade and blamed Britain for consequences. The claim cites a reported incident of a British subject insult and a German-born wife being stripped, asserting misrepresentation by Britain. In London, guards and warrants were issued amid Irish Republican Army bombings, while in Shanghai neutral dispatches cite heavy air combat on the Munetil kuo Outer Mongolia frontier with Russia and Japan.

United Press Tientsin Japan Great Britain Shigenori Tashiro Edgar G. Jamieson Tashito Unie D. Finlay Glasgow London Scotland Yard Shanghai Munetilkuo-Outer Mongolia Manchukuo

Greyhound Post House Opens on Roosevelt Highway

The Greyhound Post House near Site Fisi Hatchery on the Roosevelt Highway held a successful opening with many dinners served Saturday and Sunday. Olat 1 manager praised the patronage. the station will serve Greyhound bus patrons and the general public with four time dinners.

Greyhound Post House Roosevelt Highway Fisi Hatchery Olat 1 Post House Greyhound

Coughlin Attacks Neutrality Legislation in Detroit

On June 26, Father Charles E. Coughlin delivered his regular Sunday address in Detroit opposing neutrality legislation. He contended the measure would push the United States toward war and establish a dictatorship, arguing it would create governance by men rather than by law.

Coughlin United Press Detroit Pather Chas United States

Pittsburgh Woman Accused of Buying Newborn Baby

A Pittsburgh woman is accused of buying a newborn baby for a fee of $15. She reportedly moved from her home hastily just before detectives arrived to question her about the incident, as details emerged today.

United Press Pittsburgh

Corryites Figure In Week End Accidents Faces Fine Or Jail

Corry area figures face charges after a busy weekend of accidents. Roy E. Brownmiller, once a state official, faces heavy penalties for an alleged million-dollar Luzerne County payroll fraud tied to highway projects. The case involves misuse of public funds and potential appeal to higher courts as prosecutors pursue charges against multiple associates.

James Suppley United Prohut Corresonlent Harrisburg Roy E. Brownmiller Luzerne County Pennsylvania Republien Gowon A. Shelly Yale Chagt Chagt State Hieliney Vnginder Suuzne Ba Smutiopalini Chusteyelion Ama Bk Allutheny Enimty Bemperwiie Einai Pittsiureh City Thersuriy Wudl Ahsut Ghice Ayers Vietor Bk Kirk Temple Muuinem Highway Department Kentucky Shelley Udenee Howard W. Pughes Willie oLeibes Ft Fowmee Vidier Highway Fande Luserne Hughes Brownwuller

Plane crash in Emporium claims one life

One man, Joseph Sennen, 24, of Emporium, died after a bi plane crashed into a field following takeoff from Keystone Park airport. Passenger Sentier Mimer, 24, and pilot believed injured, with the pilot in serious condition. Airport manager cited engine failure as a probable cause.

United Press Empor.m. Pa Sanjay Joseph Sennen Emporium Ras Keystone Park

Governor Signs Liquor Bill Limiting Taprooms Across State

The Curran Roger honor bill becomes law as Gov Arthur A. serves. The measure sets a licensing unit of one for every 1000 Union within municipalities and caps new licenses except hotel bars. The State Liquor Control Board can relax limits during vacation season. transfers barred. Sponsors include Reps Curran Lancaster and Baker Rob. Governor vetoed unemployment provisions and July bank holiday plan.

Uion Arthur A.dames Atel Slate Liquor Control Board Jane Thomas A. Curran Delagare Baker Ro Tancaster Whhich Cal Board James Pennsylvania

Two Injured In Kane Kane Car Crash

A June 25 collision near Ludlow left two drivers injured with one in critical condition. George H. Holland and Cain Johnson, both of Kane, sidewiped causing a fractured skull for Hele Dankodie and a possible skull fracture for Willis Johnson.

Kane United Press Kane James Clay Ludlow Hele Dankodie George H. Holland Cain Johnson Willis Johnson Will Holland

New Mr Long Leads Louisiana Politics

Earl Long, brother of Huey Long, becomes governor after Richard Leche resigns. The Long family's political prominence continues as Datie or "the Long twins" are mentioned in Louisiana affairs. The report notes the succession and leadership transition.

Mr. Long Louisiana Earl. Long Huey Long Richard W. Leche

Senate votes to repeal power to devalue dollar

Washington June 25 The Senate voted to repeal President Roosevelt's power to devalue the dollar. The amendment by Sen Alva B Adams of Colorado to the monetary bill failed 47 to 31, marking a defeat for the administration as the devaluation power would be wiped out.

I United Washington Senate Roosevelt Fis Alva B. Adams D. Golo

Legion Mobilization Draws 3000 at Conneautville Lake

About 3000 Legionnaires and families gathered at Conneautville Lake for the annual emergency unit mobilization. State Senator J Pred Thomas of Sharon gave the keynote, praising community service. Richard Gilliam, a Cambridge Springs HS graduate, won a four year college scholarship in the Americanism essay contest.

Legion Mareresin Benet Ganadahta Lake Yesterdy J. Pred Thomas Sharon Richard Gilliam Cambridge Springs Walter Calliam Curry Lloyd Stowe Ely Maron Conneautville Linesville U A. Legion

Motor License Bill Signed Changes Dates and Fees

Motorists learn that the motor license bill signed by officer Lat Joy and Arthur H. James moves vehicle registration from January 1 to April 1 and shifts operator license renewals from March 1 to February 1 annually. It also alters renewal fees and quarterly charges for licenses issued during the year.

Midarrishure Lat Joy Arthur H. James

Motorcycle Crashes Injure Union City Youths

Two Corry youths were bruised in a motorcycle crash west of Union City amid a string of weekend wrecks. Robert Street and Joe St Pierre, both Union City residents, suffered injuries but were not seriously hurt when Street’s motorcycle collided with a truck driven by Emmet McGuire. Street sustained a severe head wound and leg injuries. St Pierre had minor cuts. Union City patrolman Nagy investigated the scenes near the Roosevelt Inn. A second accident on Findley Lake Road involved Paul Stroup and W. Stewart, who escaped with shaking-up after fog caused a turning error and a plunge over an embankment.

Corry Clrane Gary Titusville Edinboro Grin City Viciny Art Eutinboro Mati Tulle Union City Robert Street West South Street Joe St. Pierre East Columbus Nagy Weelaen Rosevelt Inn Arthur Brown Brown Nmy Unio Chw Findley Lake Yildingie Paul Stroup East Congress Street Wis Stewart Euclid Street Ranch Creek Stewart

New Ice Cream Bar Opens in Former Jewelry Store

George's, a local ice cream bar and sandwich grill, opened Saturday in the storeroom that previously housed Ute Phillips Jewelry on Nowlin Center Street. George LePeyre of Unison Guy manages Une establishment which reports brisk business. Currently serving ice cream and soda, with plans to add mindwiches later in the week.

Ute Phillips Jewelry Nowlin Center Street George LePeyre Unison Guy Une LeFevre

Unusual Weather Boosts Farm Crops Across Region

Local farmer tells the Journal crops are thriving after two weeks of heavy rains and recent heat. Oats show remarkable growth and a bumper palat crop is suggested, though corn lags behind due to cool start. Gardens and general vegetation prosper after late spring rains.

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Mrs Jones Hurt In Home Wringer Accident

Claire N Jones of 244 West Wayne Street injured her right hand this morning when caught in a wringer. Several stitches were needed to close the wound but no fractures occurred.

Dr Adams Exits Airmail Pickup Service

Irwin Pa doctor Lytle S Adams is no longer connected with Air After Air Aviation the operators of the airmail pickup service. The Journal reports that Richard duPont president advised Adams designed the pickup system and rested at various times when the service began.

Adams Lytle S Adams Irwin Air Afteriear Aviation Air Mnil Richard duPont Coiry Anrmai

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