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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1934
Page
3
A columnist condemns arms profiteering and war driven markets as brokers urge public participation in “war baby” stocks. The piece warns of society trading human lives for profits and calls for rejecting sugar coated war endorsements while urging public skepticism of profiteering during rising tensions.
A historical discussion argues for balanced international trade. The United States cannot produce all it needs and must accept goods in return for exports. It suggests barter like arrangements, government involvement, and expanding foreign markets while protecting domestic industries to aid recovery and living standards.
Albertus Darnell dean of the College of Liberal Arts announced that Wayne University will establish a complete journalism school when the Tall semester opens. A reward of 50 dollars is offered by Cincinnati for information leading to the arrest of a hit run driver.
United Press reports a whimsical Capitol Hill scene as Senator Cisey and others host a dinner featuring two small pigs as a protest against the New Deal hog program. The event, with trimming of sweet potatoes and ice cream, ends with critics praising the pork. Also recounted is Edward Costigan losing his notes to a taxi driver, who lends an improvised address. A Philadelphia exhibit shows the first Hertz radio set, illustrating early wireless discovery.
A 1944 retrospective notes bold events: Hitec Company expands operations to 18-hour schedule due to backorders. Cohen store on North Center Street gains new partners Archie and Abe Cohen. J A Connor injured by a Pennsylvania Railroad incident. injuries now serious. Chief Stevens and Patrolman Rust handle vagrancy arrests with jail time. J M Arters of Ajax Iron Works returns to Corey with Pittsburgh architect for a West Pleasant Street home. Dr M H Christie returns from Florida. Francis Cauley recovering from pneumonia. A W Warren of Hillcrest Nursery reports primrose orders from South Carolina and Dayton, Ohio.
Paris fashions discuss scarf etiquette as a key accessory detail. Solid colors suit most costumes, with attention to color, pattern, and knotting method. Techniques range from a loose knot around the throat to rolled twists, with variations worn inside jackets and sometimes plaid silk handkerchiefs folded triangularly.
Hollywood gossip notes Karen Morley discusses how motherhood since her baby’s birth affects her acting. Director John Robertson and producer remarks balance talent with real life experience, noting growth but differing on its influence. Karen’s husband Charles Vidor directs The Grime Doctor as her film return follows five month old Michael Marely Vidor.
The first coin ing press ever built is installed at the Pranidin Memorial Institute in Philadelphia to strike off souvenir tools for visitors. It was invented by M Thonnelier of France and was taught by the United States government in 1833.
Jewelry in sport outfits should be purposeful not decorative. Pins on caps and lapels may add style, while aviation themed pieces use nuts wings propellers as wearable parts. Scarf etiquette is noted and sport jewelry should carry meaning beyond mere adornment.
Erie March. Finance Director Thomas Mehaffey plans to amend the tax levy ordinance to set the current year funds on a $154 million valuation. Attorneys for the Rolling Company and syndicate approve. the revision board will finalise at about $158 million. A suit to restrain higher levies is deemed futile by Mehaffey.
The circuit court of appeals postponed until March 19 the hearing on a petition to quash the conviction of State Senator John J. McClure and 57 others charged with panaphone to violate the prohibition law. Continued illness of Tu er Victor B. Woolley of Livewourt prompted the delay. Court officials said the full bench was desired due to the case's importance.
Movie star Tom Mix seeks review by the State Supreme Court of an Erie county jury order forcing him to pay 66,000 to Cal Zach T. Miller, former 11 Ranch Circus owner, for alleged breach of contract. The appeal, argued in Philadelphia the week of March 19, questions trial errors and rests on claims that Miller’s evidence did not support the verdict in January 1933. Miller, represented by English Quinn Leemhuis Tayntor, seeks judgment on the verdict if reversed. the suit has a long history with an earlier 1931 award of 90,000 and a subsequent new trial.
A sweater hop benefit dance hosted by Corrian staff at Corry High School Junior High gym tonight from 8:30 to 11:30 PM. Students urged to wear sweaters and attend alone as a large crowd is expected for the event.
City reels as slot machines surge in stores and night spots. Mayor Rossiter orders police to stamp out gambling amid widespread complaints, with Chief Detzel issuing a brutal effort after officers failed to enforce the edict. Children reportedly gamble lunch money in some neighborhoods. The mayor’s possible retaliation remains unclear.
Fifteen year old Margaret Zink admitted to taking her father's life savings of 2500 dollars stored in the living room. She spent 1400 dollars over several months before the loss was detected by her father.
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