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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1934
Page
3
A vintage newspaper piece notes advertising reps and rates, then pivots to a retrospective on The Grand Old Rag and the flag. It recalls George Cohan praising the anthem and Independence Hall moments, ending with hopeful reflections amid wartime ghosts.
The Knights of St Paul formed as Emumasine church with High Weaver exalted ruler of the boys organization. The Maccabees join the new local baseball league. An investigation opened over alleged liquor sale to a minor Saturday. North Hamp ton High School building in Massachusetts burned, Miss Winifred Terry taught there. Fred Rosa family celebration at North Center Street for his birthday. J A Ross of Spring Creek owns a Durham cow that yielded 161 pounds of butter in seven days.
United Press book editor H Allen Smith surveys The Robber Barons by Matthew Josephson, praising its sweep of 1861 to 1901 and its balanced portrait of financiers like Rockefeller, Morgan, Carnegie, and Vanderbilt. Beals Black River novel set near Tampico earns praise for vivid drama and moral focus, followed by Peire Vidal tale and Millage Tale reflecting small-town America. overall, readers are urged to explore strong historical and literary works.
A critical look questions why John Dillinger escaped Crown Point jail and suggests hero worship of criminals aided his freedom. The piece cites various opinions, including excuses about a wooden pistol and cowardly guards, and argues the truth lies in the public’s fascination with a notorious outlaw. It contrasts Dillinger with broader European politics and a Portland candidacy, then notes a Vermont car incident and a Burlington hydrant event.
United States Postmaster General James A. Farley orders that no post office or branch be located in a room where intoxicating liquor is sold for consumption on the premises or in adjoining rooms. The policy allows liquor by the bottle only with groceries and other goods in general stores. The report notes substantial curculio pest warnings for southern peach growers and describes insect-trapping methods. It also mentions a House military affairs hearing where lawmakers and reporters filled high-backed chairs and recalls gifts of wolf skins and handkerchiefs linked to Northwest Airways and post office officials.
Columbia Pictures president Harry Cohn says 50 hit films are produced yearly in major capitals, while 600 are made in Hollywood. He credits writers Jo Swerling and Robert Riskin as essential, arguing a strong story foundation outweighs stars or directors, citing Lady for a Day as proof. Riskin influenced Capra on the film, proving good stories sell.
Veryant Saraydarian sues Abram Ks Bedoyan Boston rug merchant for 6000 claiming payment for services to secure a Turkish harem girl's release. Separate item notes Lightning unseen in London with a flash visible described by Dr. Charles Vernon Buys.
In February 1981 a batch of $300 worth of tiny Wolt sians bearing maps of the Red River Trail was sent to Winnipeg. The givers included former Assistant Postmaster General W. Telling, Glover, Charles Gove, Glover’s assistant, and Wark Wadsworth, superintendent of airmail.
Paris fashion notes celebrate a trend toward wood set jewelry and fruit themed accessories. Diamonds in wood pins double as brooches or buckles. Early spring fruits imagined as gems plus glass clusters appear on coats and sandals with paillettes matching Lanvin jackets.
Residents of the city will hear famed pianist Paderewski during his April 14 concert visit to Erle. The event showcases the international virtuoso and draws music lovers from local and surrounding areas.
Joe Cagesso of Ridgway and Pauline Beaver of Johnsonburg sought elopement with two friends Eugene and Dominick Papa. Arrested Friday, Justice of the Peace Weaver discharged for lack of evidence. The couple married Thursday morning and are reportedly forgiven and hopeful.
Four year old John Gordon of 1198 E Lake Road Hamet was struck Friday evening on E Lake Road between Hess Avenue and Lighthouse Street. F W Sapper of 335 W Sixth Street former Bank of Wesleyville president admitted driving the car. The boy darted into the path of the westbound auto from the south sidewalk. He was taken to Hamet hospital with both legs fractured below the knees and is reported in fair condition.
Marie Reese 17 from Erie R D No 7 has been in a suspected orderly house near 38th and Brandes streets since last Monday night. Her mother petitioned Helen B Shetier and District Attorney Mortimer Graham for help. A morning attempt to gain entry failed as officers were refused access and a man fled from the front door.
Mr and Mrs H J Davis of this city report the sudden death of Wayne Fuller at his sister Leola McGaugheys home 1327 Abbott Road Buffalo NY formerly of Corry. An employee at K P L Furniture Co for several years. Funeral services will be conducted at Spartanburg Monday at 2 oclock.
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