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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1938
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text notes an event with names including Anil and references to an attendance or president figure and a 23 date. Readable facts are sparse. cannot confirm full context or specifics.
A damaged OCR fragment references a legal city meeting with unclear details. It mentions Corry opening remarks and a plan involving pudding and numbers, with scattered names like Cowell. The readable parts suggest an expanded discussion but lack coherent context or outcomes.
State police will aid local officers in Corry and nearby districts as schools begin fingerprinting hundreds of pupils for identification records. Officials say the process, using FBI supplied cards, will take place over a week to ten days with each child photographed, weighed, and measured for a complete file.
Washington May 2 The threat of a filibuster stalled any quick action on Roosevelt's suggestion to empower the federal government to investigate and publicize lynching and mob violence. Southern senators, fighting the measure, warned they would strike again to block federal authority, while proponents aimed to prolong the session. A separate note describes a heavy Packard accident in Pennsylvania causing extensive damage and injuries.
From Rome Premier Mussolini vows readiness for decisive action if needed as Italy and other dictators pursue territorial gains. Polish and Spanish reports hint at heightened tensions as Loyalist forces face pressure and potential war escalation.
The 1987 legislature faces a code loophole that could allow a defeated candidate to run in November as a third party nominee. Attorney General Margitti says the gap may break party lines via fusion, while labor unions show mixed expectations about Kennedy’s Democratic bid and union involvement in May primaries.
NRW ROCHELLO March 23 five young men were arrested accused of extortion in the Peter Levine kidnapping February 24. The youths were handcuffed together and taken to police head Warren in custody of B J Conroy FBI agent. Identified as Edward John Pani 13 North Pelham WA a senior at Penhant High school and Werner Fred Mee 23 immigrant native of Germany father of Nijrtht Petkim bakers on New Ron cheile.
President Roosevelt sent Congress a full report on removing Arthur E. Morgan from TVA directorship. An advisory opinion by Solicitor General Robert J. Jackson backed the president’s legal right to remove Morgan. Roosevelt signaled support for a possible congressional inquiry while avoiding a direct call for one. Morgan is expected to sue to challenge the action.
United Press reports Vienna officials have held about 3000 people as political offenders since the Austrian German union. Among detainees are members of noble Austro German families. Early in the day they were confined to cells and served breakfast.
Sharon men Peter Reale and Dennis Livermore were found guilty by a federal jury of violating internal revenue laws. Robert H. Warner, a third defendant, pleaded guilty and implicated Beale and Livermore in operating a 200 gallon still seized by federal agents at Sharon. Warner received a fine and probation in Mercer County jail.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court today upheld the city of Philadelphia's 2 percent sales tax enacted by city council six weeks ago over Mayor David Wilson's veto. Chief Justice Kephart read an order confirming the tax's legality, with a full opinion to follow by Justice William B. Liann. Opponents argued the levy taxed a business already assessed, but court supporters contended the tax targets the buyer, not the vendor.
The Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation completed a swift dial system conversion, with over 1200 calls handled between 8 and 1. The switch-over caused minor installation tweaks and drew high praise for efficiency as the new exchanges begin operation ahead of the formal opening of the Pall Place building. The new exchange is expected to be shown open within two to three weeks.
Measles cases flare anew with sixteen fresh infections reported to Health Officer John D. Flanigan this morning. Quarantine listed on residents including Richard Shannon aged 3, Marjorie Shannon 3, Harold Fitch, Jahette Miller 6, Raymond Lawson 5, Teady Kol stee 7 months, Laverne Kimmy 40, Albert Wiggers 2, Frederick Johnson 4, Shirley A Johnson 2, Richard Mowla 8, Dorothy Goodyill 6, Joan Hillman 19 months, Marion Maine 5, Eleanor Maine 2, Roma Cowden '& 112 First Avenue.
John J. Boyle and William Haley, former foremen in DuBois Pennsylvania, went on trial on charges of defrauding the government. In opening, U S district attorney George Mashani alleged the men took time paid by the government and claimed improvements that were not made.
Harrisburg dispatch reports Gov George H Harle told Lieut Gov Thomas Kennedy there is no legal deadline forcing permanent appointments in the unemployment compensation division. Kennedy, seeking the Democratic nomination, accused Labor and Industry Secretary Ralph M Eashore of withholding civil service appointments to retain political control over provisional workers. Earle said he was told by Eashore and Robert L Myers that all positions on certified lists have been filled within 30 days, beginning December 31, as required.
Butler Pa March 23 Police Chief Wilbur R B Kennedy 45 is reported improving in Butler hospital from a bullet wound to the left side. Kennedy a 12 year veteran of the force was found by family members who said a pistol blast occurred in his bedroom. Captain Anthony Graham says the shooting may have been accidental while the chief cleaned the gun. Kennedy had been in poor health for more than a year and had recently returned home from Cleveland Hospital.
After an unseasonably high 81 degrees Tuesday, Marsh residents enjoyed cooler air today. Forecasters expect more mild conditions tonight and Thursday with light showers possible earlier today. Strong winds and thunderstorms earlier in the region gave way to calmer, cooler conditions, marking a welcome change from a recent hot spell.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt in a Georgia radio speech says national progress is hindered by a few selfish citizens. He contrasts wealth privilege with democracy and calls for higher southern wages, ending special privileges, and broader participation in prosperity. He warns recovery requires new methods, not past governance.
Protestant Catholic and Jewish leaders in New York denounced Germany for oppressive Nazification laws in Austria. The petition included clergymen editors and divinity school presidents, stressing it should not strain U S German relations.
Philadelphia, March 26. The Garber Brokerage in Philadelphia collapsed today as creditors moved to secure assets. Wilson Vaught, the company attorney, reported the firm is preparing for bankruptcy proceedings, highlighting a sudden end to its stock exchange operations.
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