Daring prison break foiled in Pennsylvania report
Associated Press details a dramatic escape attempt at Graterford Penitentiary where convicts overpowered guards and fled toward the corridor, but the gates remained closed and two escapees were recaptured. The incident prompted warnings of harsher penalties and notes of plans to threaten stores for funds and materials. Detained inmates include Clarence Mullins, Alonzo Stim, Darren Hofman, Arlan Schaedler, and David Vallmont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Cornelius
Pennsylvia
Baier Penitentiary
William Failses
Button
Warren David Myers Warny
Walden Cornelius J. Burke
Poconos
Maryland
Clarence Mullins
Irwin
N. C
Alonzo Stim
Gastina
Darren Hofman
Lewistown
Arlan G. Schaedler
Hamburg
David Vallmont
Clearfield
Wells
Waterhouse showroom opening draws over a thousand
More than a thousand people attended a two day opening of the Waterhouse automobile display on West South Street. The event featured prizes and giveaways including a tire and a polaroid sun visor, with names such as Mrs. Freda Powell and J. B. Reynalds noted among winners and participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.W. Waterhouse
West South Street
Freda
Powell
M. E. Shambateh
Wirs
J. B Reynalds
W. K. Schindledecker
William DeHaven
WARD
Montgomery Ward
Anderson Milking Machine
B. Fichthorrs
West 18Th Street
Erle
Bund's
Garland
Patig
Anniversary of Bell Birth Observed by Telephone Firms
Telecommunication companies nationwide mark the birth of Alexander Graham Bell on March 3, noting his invention and the centennial of the telephone. The Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation credits Bell and lists itself among about 6,200 independent U.S. firms serving over 12,000 exchanges. A historical incident recalls Bell saying to Watson, I heard every word you said distinctly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Graham Bell
Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation
Bell
Bell System
United States
Hal Bell
Mr. Watson
Watson
Mr. Bell
Fire at Erie area drilling rig destroys equipment
A drilling rig near Erie was destroyed by fire, damaging the equipment on property owned by Frank Derda and family at Harborcreek. Firefighters from Wesleyville Hose Company fought the blaze after it started around 4:15 p.m. from overheated vapors ignited by a resident warming stave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Derda
David
Josd
R. D
Harborcreek
Wesleyville Hose Company
Detda
Strike Talks At Jamestown End Stage In Long Run
Jamestown reports strike talks near resolution as Local 338 leaders say fair proposals are ready for membership vote after eight months of stoppage at Minzdin Rockwell. Union officials refuse to reveal details before ratification or rejection by workers. In other item, an Erie man was arrested after his car hit a six year old girl in Fredonia, leaving her critically injured. charges allege loss of vehicle control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marlin-Rockwell Union
Fredonia
Morrow
Homi Iile
Jamestown
Son
Anderson Arst
Erleman
Charles
Giek
Jear Krooka
Gus. Krooka
Grieke
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Waterhouse
Erie
United Lutheran Church In America
Setentary of Commerce
Pacific
Atlantis
Indian
Antarctic
Arctic
Ab Fort Knos
Kanuicky
Jan Valtin
Iui
M.S. Cobbett City Building
Wilcox Grocery
East Main Street
Eagle Brand
O'Brien
Oye
LEED
Adlerika
ZOEY
Manasa
Gurmanterd
Monty
Fa Stato Hallo Adlima CO
Aol
Ady
Cilhton St
Plonies
Clothas Baskets
Jay
Electic
DIAI
TMENT
Atmeung
Auer Brush
Joney
Jule Hardy
East South Street
Berkhous Disposal Office
New Iocution
West Washington Street
DeSoto
Radio Artsheater
Dodge
Plymouth
Chrysler
M. J. Martin & Son
South Street
Corry
M. L. Gates
RD. 1
Automotive
Athens Motor Sales
Wm. J. Prarkiy
Ieirsteverme
U-29-t
Stockton ‘Brothers
McCormick-Deering Sales
Berridee
Sugar Grove
Perry F. Parker
Sorenson's
West Main Street
Corry Watch Shop
Davis Radio Laboratory
MLS
Merritt Appliance
Larson
Riceville
Carry Instrument Company
East South St
Ruff Ae
Maytag
Blackstone
ROOT
Stockton Brothers
McCormick Deering Sales
Sugar
Grove
Femala
Brix
Fournal
Mister Breger
Spa
Seleaq
E. E. Guignon
Aotag
Jaying
McCornick-Deering Sales and Service
Marietta
McCormick-Deering
Bent
Val Flaherty
Columbus
Montgomery Ward & CO
Dory, Pa
Dial
Montgomery Ward CO
Center ST
R. G. Gilbertson
East Douglas Street
Bloomington
Paraleon Shoes
Boston
Star
Tom
Cochrane
New Hampshires
Broilers
Phone
Thompson Farms
Clymer
R. R. Desmond, Jr
Iate
McCormick-Deerin
Sales Aid Service
SSS
George W. ‘Brenemann
Umivire
Ull Lompé
Elas
Ching
Maything Wld
Charles Bukbee
di Bett
Litf
Belbey
Seglér
Robert Culin
Imarlon
Jay W. Graylick
I Iti
Deine
Fuent Ge House
Central
Bat Weile
P.O
Smu
Weile
Journal
BOR
Duane Street
Ata
C. Clayton
New York
Am Tel & Tel Am Tobacco
Anaconda
Atlantic
Bethlehem Ster
Briggs Miz
Glvesapeake & Ohio
Chrysler Corp
Gas Gas & Electric I
Consolidated
Baison
Curtiss-Wright DuPont de Nemours
Eastman Kodak Erie FB
General
General Motors
Int
Harvester
Tel & Tel National Dairy Prod Nat Distillers
NJ Central J CO
N J
Texas
Tai
A S Steel
Youngstown
S&p
Curb Aero Supply
Arkansas Gas Cities Service
South Penn Oil
Treasury
Washington
the Treasury Pebriary
ATR
Shambura’s News
Harley F. Johnson
N. Center Street
Garry, Pu
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Antal Ings
Carrie Mor
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