Weather and community notices mix in a mid century update
A jumble of local events, weather impacts, and civic notes fills the day with St Patrick's events at St Edward's, a Corry Flying Club meeting deferred, and a March list of performances at the Res theatre. Governor Earle signs a land authorization for Drake Well memorial park near Titusville as Postmaster General Marley and ex-Governor Smith speak at a St Patrick broadcast.
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George H. Earle
American Petroleum Institute
Drake Well
Titusville
Marley
James A. Marley
Alfred §. Smith
Society of Friendly Sons of St. Patrick
WOR
W Wiz
WMOA
School Board seeks big state aid amid tough district finances
City lawmakers pressing for increased state funding as the school district faces an unprecedented financial crisis. A committee of school directors named Sen Samuel L. Gilson and Reps Joseph Wagner and Adam Gorski to push for higher state support. Present second class district legislation was reviewed but offered no major relief. city tax assessment drop from 146 million to 126 million cuts revenue by 20 million, deepening the district’s fiscal peril.
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Wannot
Samuel L. Gilson
Joseph Wagner
Adam Gorski
Ericsson
Herman Grese
New Goodrich Pay Plan Arrives in Corry Area
Edwin Borstorff, operator of the Atlantic service station at 802 North Henter street, is appointed to handle the Goodrich original pay plan introduced by the Goodrich Rubber Company. Corry patrons may purchase Goodrich tires tubes batteries and accessories on easy weekly terms with no red tape, enabling motorists to enjoy long miles of carefree motoring.
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Edwin Borstorff
Atlantic
Northenter Street
Goodrich
Goodrich Rubber Company
Corry
Goodrich Safety
Borstorff
Republican Women’s Council Meeting at Erie Hotel Lawrence
Erie County Republican Women’s Council plans a meeting at the Hotel Lawrence in Erie. Mrs Austin, vice chair of the Erie County Republican committee, will chair. Mrs W T Ryman of Girard is among speakers after the business session, with the Women’s Chorus to sing.
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Atrs
Ausum
Mapie Ave
Erie County Council of
Lawrence
Austin
Erie County Republican Committee
W.T. Ryman
Girard
Rotarians Feted by Teachers Assn at St Patrick Party
Rotarians were feted at a St Patrick Day event organized by the Teachers Association. Mr Howells, a Welsh immigrant who came to America in 1922, spoke on life abroad and U S advantages. A music program directed by Miss Bents Shaffer featured the high school orchestra and a six girl string group, with a cornet solo by Carol Mae Hoskins. Decorations, a chicken dinner, and remarks by Diss Ann Baregil highlighted the evening as one of the club’s finest services.
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Mr. Howells
Wales
America
United States
Bents Shaffer
Ainting
Carol Mae Hoskins
Diss Ann Baregil
Service Club
Storm recalls heavy snow year as blizzard hits area
Residents recall last year’s Patrick’s Day blizzard as new storm brings several inches of snow and hazardous driving conditions. Winds whip through streets, with clearing skies and rising temperatures expected later. Snowfall heavy east of the city, especially the Olean district, leaving vehicles buried near Howard residence.
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Patrick's Day
Carty
Olean
Son i Font
Howard
Nein Ue Lotel Hiery
Legislative deadline set for many bills in Harrisburg
In Harrisburg on March 17 the House speakers announced that with a large backlog of bills in preparation, most measures will be filed by Thursday. Speaker Roy Furman of Greens affirmed that revenue and finance bills will be prioritized, with only exceptions noted as needed.
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Harrisburg
House
Roy Furman
Greens
British statesman Sir Aviston Chamberlain dies
London reports wide sympathy and tributes to the late Sir Aviston Chamberlain a veteran member of the parliament and one of its most respected elder statesmen following his passing, prompting recognition of his long service and influence.
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United Press London
Avisten Chamibellin
Fort
Tri
Hs Iast
Annual Flower Garden Meeting at Erie Mar 23
The Annual Flower Garden Meeting at Erie Mar outlines luncheon details and speaker line up. Presiding officers address horticultural topics, with demonstrations by Paul Cera and B.S. Crossman on fungi and plant care, followed by showings and a public exhibit. Reservations for luncheon are requested by March 26, with contact names and addresses provided.
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Eriemar
Theecium Garten
Rb Institute
Verdecontig
van West
Rte
Westviialer Carder
Ioelins
Jinestisba
Paul Cera
Viton
Stabe Collane
Agil Uikna
Vinil
Charles Hota
Ballview Tver
Guy Blanchard
West 10Li Street
Evie
OG. Reiter
Westminster Heights
Erie
H Wai
Woodlie
Three Coast Guards Killed in Midway Accident
A mangled report from Midway Pa describes a deadly incident on a highway near Frenchy Hill where a truck collided with a vehicle, killing three coast guards and injuring others. Authorities, including hospital staff, attended the scene as investigations began.
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United Press Midway
Iva
Verfron Beatty
Jon Bolen
Willd
Jon
Antony
AntonUt
Mendes
bin Tia
District maple syrup industry now tied up
District producers await a break in the weather to resume maple sap runs. Several producers have yet to tap trees as the tapping season stalls. reports indicate continued delays amid uncertain conditions and logistical constraints affecting deliveries and operations.
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Tix
Am Earay
Ayer
Leinry Turrows
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St. Patrick
Irian Sun
St Edward’s
C. D. of Ay
Liege
Crganizy
Res Theatre
Tammy ‘Tomplins
West South Street
GCE
Erie County
Nathan L. Leach
D. E H. Leach
West Smith Street
Barthway
State Highway Department
Pennsylvania
Pennsy
Herbert C. Cohen
York
Harrsburg
WPA
Department of Agriculture
Welfare Department
Senate
W. W.waterhouse
Walter Reid
Lorain
NEW Goodrich
Republican Women’s Council
Garden Institute
First Baptist Church
Federated Garden Clubs
tUrge Reservations
Silvertown
Cape Ralate
North Center Street
Corry, Pa
Frank C. Chapin & Sons
Corry, Penn'a
N. Center
Loblaw
Io. E. Doane Hardware
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