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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1931

Page

3

Corry Evening Journal Publisher Details and Rates

Corry Evening Journal publishes daily except Sunday from Corry Pennsylvania. Arthur Colegrove is named as editor. National Advertising Representative is Fred Kimball, Inc. Rates note post office mail and carrier copy prices and offer advertising rates on application.

Corry Evening Journal West South Street Corry Colegrove Arthur Colegrove Fred Kimball, Inc W. 46Th St New York Tribune Chicago Chamber of Com Pittsburgh

Einstein speaks on war resistance and disarmament

Albert Einstein urged that governments cannot alone curb militarism and that individuals must act. He told a farewell delegation that refusing military service is the most effective path, despite strong patriotism and war sentiment.

Albert Einstein Germany War Resisters League Tam

Washington safe city claim sparks debate

A Washington newspaper praises the capital as the safest large city citing lower traffic deaths last year while rural towns saw a 43 percent rise. The piece questions the basis for safety and attributes it to Washingtonians’ unhurried nature, noting there has been safety work there too.

Washington District of Columbia

Look and Learn Questions and Answers

The answers list key items: tobacco introduced to Europe by Sir Walter Raleigh, the largest US zoological garden in New York City, gold’s chemical symbol is Au, the best known Southern Hemisphere constellation The Southern Cross, and Port Said is located in Egypt.

Europe United States Hemisphere Port Said Sir Walter Raleigh New York City

Thieves Grab Bell Station Cash Box in Station Yard

Twenty years ago, thieves stole the cash box from the Bell pay station in the passenger station Saturday night, hauled it into an alley across the track, and broke it open for the remaining change. The edition notes a city council fight over an 85 year lighting franchise and reports on lake area improvements, garden plans, and local business moves.

Bell

Daily Lessons In English By W L Gordon

A compact note on vocabulary training and word study from Daily Lessons In English. The entry highlights correct pronunciation spelling and usage and invites readers to master one word daily. Today's word is requisite meaning necessary and includes a quotation about art containing what is requisite for comprehension.

W. L. Gordon

A Problem a Day Field Length Question

A rectangular field equals 1600 square feet with length four times width. Solve for length. The problem yields a length of 80 feet. The passage also includes an unrelated note about yesterday's problem and speed-time conversions.

Stolen machine gun suspected planted in Kane area

Police chief says the machine gun stolen from the Kane Armory in Kane Pennsylvania appears to have been planted to cause trouble for local youths. The weapon was taken from the rear of the New Windsor Hotel on North Union Street opposite the Pennsylvania Railroad station. Chief John Dempsey commented on the suspicious circumstances and motive.

Ulban Kane, Pa New Windsor Union Street Pennsylvania Railroad Chisf John €. Dempsey Dempsey

Pinchot May Rename Board Over Waterway Route

Local residents expect Governor Pinchot to grant equal representation to Allegheny French Creek waterway supporters on the Ohio River Lake Erie canal board. The commission’s route remains disputed with Pittsburgh Lake Erie advocates pressing for a Pittsburgh to Lake Erie canal. L. J. Gayin says the governor may hear local objections before finalizing the committee.

Oil City Pittsburgh Lake Erie Canal Board News-Herald

Infant Dies at Cory Hospital in Corry

Charlotte Ann, infant daughter of Wir and Mrs Charles Graham of East Bond Street, died suddenly last evening at Cory Hospital about 11 o'clock. Born March 8, the child had been in good health. Prayer services will be held Saturday morning at Alexander and Company’s Funeral Parlors at 9 o'clock.

Charlotte Ann Wir Charles Graham Bond Street Cory ‘Hospital

Fire at Tredonia Macaroni Plant News

A fire swept the Tredonia macaroni plant at Fredonia yesterday causing an estimated loss of 25000 dollars. Fire crews fought the blaze, with authorities inspecting the scene for final causes.

Fredonia

Million Entries In Camel Prize Contest In 1 Week

Winston-Salem March 1 More than one million letters were received in answer to the national newspaper advertising campaign announcing Camel cigarettes contest prizes. R J Reynolds officials said judges will need weeks to read entries and select winners of the thirty eight pages of prizes. The company credited newspapers for the extraordinary response and noted entries came by every conceivable method and in many languages. Officials estimated over four million people including entrants and families would be interested in final awards.

Winston-Salem N.C R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Nf- Nevils Reynolds Company

City to extend crossings and repair iron road spans

City officials report progress on a permanent concrete slab crossing at Maple avenue with material arriving yesterday. First avenue and Gates street crossings will receive early attention with drainage repairs planned at First avenue and a new crossing like the Gen ter street project. Pennsylvania Railroad officials and Erie superintendent Joins will meet soon to discuss the crossing situation, signaling a cooperative path toward an amicable settlement after years of inaction.

Conumea Rage Maple Avenue Sunt Barber First Avenue Gates Street Genter Street Pennsylvania Railroad Erie

PUSH PROBE OF COAST MURDER PUSH PROBE OF COAST MURDER

Police search a shack they believe held 10 year old Virginia Brooks before her murder. Maternal identification sought of undergarment taunt in the building. Chemist Macey conducted chemical tests. Dr Ernst Miandkow sky said the body showed natural decomposition, not mutilation. Jerry J. Davis, 21, in San Quentin for burglary, questioned in the slaying.

United Press San Dingo Calif Vginia Brooks Macey Police Department Ernst Miandkowsky Jerry J. Davis San Quentin Polics

Erie plans buy of voting machines for 1931 primary

A plan to equip all Erie county election districts with voting machines for the 1931 primary was submitted to County Commissioners Davis and MacLean for payment to the Automatic Voting Machine Co of Jamestown. The county would pay for 15 machines this year with 59 more to be financed by August 1, 1932. Commissioners delayed final decision due to treasury shortages. Mrs Irving Yong and daughter visited Jamestown for a day with relatives.

Erie County Erie Davis MacLean Automatic Voting Machine Corporation Jamestown

Erie Rabbi Is Honored With World Court Commission

Rabbi Max Currick of Anshe Chesed temple in Erie has been named to a 19 member commission to study America joining the World Court. Appointed by President Hoover, he will help gather data for Congress on potential benefits and drawbacks of membership and the impact on international relations.

Max C. Carrick Hoover Commission Trig Mar Max ‘Currick Anshe Chesed Temple 1Th Street Liberty ‘Boulevard Ammerica Carrick Hoover World Court Congressional Committee Rabbit Garrick

Tanlac Promises Restored Health and Appetite

Run down and weak people are urged to try Tanlac to regain energy and sleep. A Portland Oregon testimonial claims three years of stomach trouble cured, weight up 27 pounds, and lasting health. Tanlac is described as free of mineral drugs, made from roots and herbs, and offered with a money back guarantee if no benefit.

Tanlac Fred Westin 17Th St. North Portland Ofe Kellome Battle Creeks

Engagement Announced at Concord Street Party

Mrs. Harry Spicer hosted a gathering on Concord Street to announce the engagement of Mrs. Ruth Whitmer to Fred Hoones set for early spring. Guests enjoyed a yellow decor theme, winning bridge prizes, and a floral centerpiece featuring calendula blooms.

Harry Spicer Concord Street Ruth Whitaker Whitmer Fred Hoones Ruth Bridge Harry A. Alexander Florence Pond

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