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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1936
Page
3
Mixed reports from Corry describe rain on Roosevelt era celebration plans at Waldamor Park with a large Democratic turnout expected and fireworks planned. Local politics, traffic alarms, and police activity appear amid foggy weather and a busy county scene.
A Franklin man attempted suicide with a razor at the county jail yesterday, later injuring his neck. He was restrained and not seriously hurt. In related incidents Crawford Burton, 68, of Oak Hill, faced charges after resisting arrest and assaulting Officer Lowers with a night stick. A community tea at the Columbus area drew many attendees, with social events and local notices noted throughout the report.
Parks Director Gale Ross opened an intensive inspection of the public dock at State street after years of storm damage. Tests showed feasibility of repairs as a WPA project, with a recommendation to Deputy City Engineer Clarence Pulling and consideration of reinforcement or abandonment to protect the city’s sole steamship landing. Dr C P Larson of Titusville was in town for a day.
United Press report from Plainfield New Jersey notes Landon campaign manager Landon starts two day tour for GOP presidential nominee with efforts aimed at boosting turnout. He cautions supporters may not win unless they mobilize, urging volunteers to roll up their sleeves and work hard.
A Pittsburgh office report notes thieves overlooked $8,000 in valuables while fleeing. In their haste they took about $700 from a safe. Police are reviewing surveillance and canvassing nearby businesses for clues.
Minnie Fogarty, orphaned at 12, finds refuge with Pop Dolan in a Manhattan brewery office nicknamed the palace. A visiting lawyer for the Wessel brewery reveals family ties and promises of help while Detective Duffy watches, guarding Min as newspapers dramatize her tale. The outcome hinges on a false sweepstakes report and Min’s future amid looming schemes.
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