Fragmented school flu note hints at attendance
A partial OCR shows a note about a school flu absence with names like Mrs Kaul and Harold. The readable fragments suggest a report on illness and attendance but lack clear dates or locations.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1932
Page
1
A partial OCR shows a note about a school flu absence with names like Mrs Kaul and Harold. The readable fragments suggest a report on illness and attendance but lack clear dates or locations.
Fragmented readable lines describe a birth notice involving Sunrays relatives linked to Creek area. Mentions Mrs Basin and Ibusi, with several surnames likely family connections. Cramped text hints at a golf stroke lead and a veteran, with tied standings and a date around March.
Harrisburg March 21 rival Pennsylvania Democrats race to shape the primary as Washington signals the Keystone state could decide the stop Roosevelt movement. Roosevelt and Smith camps claim delegates while others urge unpledged delegation andея pinhold for Maryland’s Ritchie candidacy looms. Long Lance death ends controversial life as Buffalo Bill era fades.
Governor Gifford Pinchot called attention to three days allocated for voter registration ahead of the April 26 primaries. March 23 covers Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Scranton. April 5 covers third class cities. April 16 covers boroughs and townships. He warned that unregistered voters cannot vote and urged greater public interest in the election.
United Press reports on March 21 1948 Washington proposal to exempt foods clothing and medicine from the 2 percent sales tax. House Ways and Means committee considers peace offering to win support while Spitzen objects and futures hinge on coalition leadership. The panel also backs amendments exempting lard sausages dried fruits malted milk rice malt syrups for bread and radio leased wires and spraying materials.
Governor Pinchot, at the National Red Cross request, issued a public appeal to Pennsylvania relief agencies to forward applications for wheat and flour to be distributed by the federal government. He urged that aid be delivered to unemployed families in their homes within ninety days, via local Red Cross chapters and county boards, with future requests possible.
John De Marco of Youngstown received a prison term of one to 20 years after pleading guilty to harboring a boy raped in connection with the abduction of James De Jute, a 12 year old from Niles. Dowell Hercraeve, found with De Marco, was sentenced to two terms for his role.
Japanese military experts drafted security proposals for the Far East to be submitted to the world conference secretariat on April 4. The plan seeks consideration of Japan's “special situation” with two neighbors, Russia and China, amid European security talks.
Seven people are reported dead after an American Airways liner crashed in fog near Redlands ten miles east of town, hitting a high tension wire and bursting into flames. Among the dead are Arthur R. Thomas of Tucson Aziz, Hugh A. McKellar of Los Angeles, Bermie M. Goldsmith of Los Angeles, R. L. Robingon of Yonkers, N. Y., Albert Coburn Jr., Harold J. Kelsey of Los Angeles, and H. Hy Campbell of Los Angeles. one unidentified passenger remains unconfirmed.
Detroit March 21 Richard E Lynch once a leading vaudeville star died after several weeks illness. Known as Laggy and praised by George M Cohan as the greatest clog dancer, he was 62 years old.
Athens area reports say a four officer auto carrying unit was pelted by strikers as it attempted to relieve guards at Salt Mine No 6 of Sunday Creek Coal Company. One officer’s windshield and headlights were damaged and the crew retreated to Nelsonville. More than 1,200 protesters boycotted the area, as state troops were placed on standby amid mass meetings and disturbances across multiple mines. Additionally, police in Shenandoah and Scranton reported pickets and disturbances tied to the broader strike over wages and hours.
Washington March 21 report shows no bank failures in Great Britain or Canada for seven years. US banks closed more than 2,000 in 1991, with $1.7 billion. British profits declined eight percent. dividends held due to surpluses. Major UK banks total assets near year end at 1.93 trillion pounds. loans to deposits rose to 85 percent. Canada mirrors system with two large banks dominating.
Western Pennsylvania faced a severe sleet and snow storm with 6 to 10 inches of snow in Kane and Altoona areas. Pittsburgh area recorded a 25 degree low. Treacherous highways delayed vehicles and a mail plane reportedly forced down after reaching Canonsburg. Snowplows were mobilized and workers employed to clear streets.
Steubenville Ohio reports wreckage from a air transport en route from St Louis to New York found along the Ohio River. The fuselage is thought sunk with pilot Hal George and passenger Mrs Gavi Cole aboard. Mail bags in waterproof containers located near Riverview Country Club three miles north of Steubenville.
NENANA Alaska March 21 Snowbound in the Alaskan interior by heavy winter drifts Mrs Edward Biddle a Philadelphia society figure sent out a call for a rescue plane The plan will divert from its regular run to Diamond to reach the socialite at Katishna outpost She has been marooned since January 12 at Fannie Quigleys cabin She braved blizzards and moonlit snows to photograph Mt McKinley and caribou heresources and has enjoyed the experience keeping officials hopeful for a swift rescue.
NBC Network eight thirty program guide lists five top radio entertainments including Lawrence Tibet and Milla Brothers with NBC and Parade of States, plus Boswell Bisters and Shunther Music on WSZ and WABC networks.
United Press tally reports at least four killed and over twenty injured in Western Pennsylvania auto accidents over the weekend. Names include James Rocco, 50, Denbo, Washington County. Salvin Davis, 24, Weilton, W Va. Katherine Perry, 36, Pittsburgh. Mrs Sally Boak, Pine Glen near Williamsport. Multiple crashes, hit and run drivers sought, and several injuries across Harrisburg and York regions.
Shanghai report says a temporary Sino Japanese truce was reached as both sides agreed to refer peace pact terms to a joint commission. Japan agrees to withdraw troops from Shanghai, Chinese defenses stay in place, and a four neutrals panel will guide the next steps with a first meeting likely next Wednesday.
In Harrisburg on March 21 the Pennsylvania Public Service Commission heard lengthy arguments over a long‑running natural gas rate case against Pennsylvania Gas Company. Complainants include Corry, Westmoreland County communities, and others asserting rate increases were unjust, inadequate service, or unfair practice. The case traces to 1918 with multiple changes since, and appeals moved to remand for redetermination.
Three youths were held at the police station as authorities continued an investigation into a burglary at a Second Ward home last evening in which wine was reported stolen from a cellar. One youth allegedly confessed, implicating the others, and detectives found a gallowing and two kegs near a tool shed by the Erie Railroad. Police believe the youths may be linked to other recent thefts, including visits to the Hoenes Confessionery Store. No charges had been filed by afternoon, with hearings expected and possible settlements discussed.
Wilbur B. Foshay, once a leading capitalist, was found guilty on four counts of mail fraud related to stock sales. He received an 18 year federal prison term and a $4,000 fine in a Minneapolis case marked by vast wealth and legal trouble.
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