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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1940
Page
3
A fragmentary note from a historical page mentions a local event involving a figure named Wis and a sale. Details are limited, with only partial words readable and no clear dates or places to establish a full story.
Mrs Goldie Spencer a 12 year old girl from Kangs City and her doctors at General Hospital pursue a passage to restore nutrition. The team works to relieve a rear tissue blockage by careful procedures near the appendix including removing tissue and routing a tube for gradual improvement in swallowing.
City officials accuse four printing firms of submitting identical bids in past city job printing deals. City Clerk Mike Henry confirmed a single department head held copies, with Mayor Barger calling for investigation. Caxton Club officials alleged a racket in the current bidding system, drawing comments from Parks Director Gale Ross and Sheriff Kugpler.
Frank P. Lit2 Sr of North Center street sustained severe scalding to both hands Sunday morning when steam escaped while draining a boiler in his block. Chief John Flanigan aided him and a local doctor treated him. He is improving but reported to have been in considerable pain yesterday.
A new Scout troop was installed at the Presbyterian Church. Key leaders included Wilford Pomeroy receiving a commission, D Overdavit district commissioner, and Ralph Resers as assistant scoutmaster. Several candidates were named for Tenderfoot Scout status, with Rev. Wagner delivering the address and Ruth Parsons leading the oath. The council announced future investitures at Emmanuel Hospital and another church, marking progress in local Scouting reorganizations.
Senate powerbroker Joseph B. Guffey in Washington holds the fate of 113 Pennsylvania postmaster nominations. Charles Uhl and John D. Ray are among those blocked by Hatch Act interpretations and await Guffey’s clearance. President Roosevelt and Attorney General Jackson are to be asked for relief as the stalled list delays patronage in Harrisburg.
President Roosevelt marks eight years in office with silent hints about a possible third term. Undersecretary of State Welles shifts toward Europe while Roosevelt keeps detailed plans close. Attendance at St John’s Church commemorates inauguration amid economic crisis.
Distress of getting up nights and kidney trouble are advertised as caused by age. The ad claims Barsoma Tablets flush kidneys strengthen bladder and aid stomach liver and bowels. Urges purchase at drug stores with a dubious medical claim tone.
Two minor automobile accidents were reported over the weekend. Henry Benson, 25, was treated at Corry hospital for head lacerations and body bruises after a car he rode in overturned near Spencer Hill Sunday night, driven by Gloyd Hallett who escaped with a shaking up. Earlier, Rev. E A Hook and Lloyd Thomas collided at Concord and Pleasant streets Sunday morning. both cars were damaged but no injuries reported.
Former Governor and Mrs. George Hy Jarle rested at their Haverford home after a weekend of linger parties before sailing for Bulgaria where Earle will serve as U S Minister. The Havles will leave Haverford Friday and sail from New York the following day to Genoa aboard the SS Washington.
Report from Erie notes Mrs. Janette Meldy of Paxdale Street admitted to St. Vincent's Hospital after illness worsened. Officials confirmed a diagnosis of a rare disease linked to a fatal case in the area, with investigation into its source and origin. Also mentions church hobby programs in Detroit and political primary prep.
The last tannery of the Elle Tanning Company in Sheffield has been sold to Jamestown Wiveking Company. Dismantling of buildings will begin in summer or early fall after surveys. Seventy seven dwellings owned by the tannery will also be sold and transferred to George Guupp of Clearhold as local agent.
Death reported yesterday of Mrs. Minnie Slevbins Cadmus aged 71. Former Corry resident, she lived in Erie with her family for years, returning from Corry a while ago. Funeral from the late home Wednesday at 2 PM, followed by burial in Columbus. Prize Melon Vine Roi, Vandalia, Mo., shows a 60 foot watermelon vine bearing multiple melons.
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