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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1937
Page
1
Fire in New Jersey ruins a three story frame house killing seven of a family on the top floor. Only one of eight occupants survived as flames swept through the building aided by strong winds. Neighbors heard screams and alerted the survivor as smoke filled the house.
Corry plans a large sewer program to begin Friday April 1 as set by the WPA. Mayor Glen Miller expressed confidence the project will be completed by that date allowing work to start on schedule. Right of way releases are pending but expected with minimal difficulty. City Engineer N R Dickson said project details are being finalized and prints issued tomorrow. A $21 000 storm sewer bond issue signing is expected after right of way release. Counsel for Grover S McGregor Inc praised City Solicitor Blaine Kincaid for contract preparation.
A meeting to form the Corry Flying Club is set for Friday evening March 26 at 7 20 in the Aero Supply conference room. The club will be limited to fifteen members with a licensed pilot and a new plane available. For more information contact Gen2l ae or George Downey at the Aero Supply Co.
Washington reports growing support for federal action to resolve strike disruptions. A senator indicated willingness to back President Roosevelt in using troops if mediation fails to stop sit-down strikes that paralyze plants nationwide.
City Engineer NR Dicklin announced approval of a $20,000 WPA side walk improvement program for Corry. The project will relace and reset brick and concrete sidewalks across most streets, with property owners paying about $0 240 per estimate and crews to work six months, targeting completion this coming summer.
Martha Keppel widow of Henry M Keppel left an estate estimated at 79 000 in probate filings at Erie The will names daughter Mrs Edward Heykins son Hartston H Kapcel and three grandchildren Martha Merrie Hawkins Barbara Ann and Martin Kerpel as chief beneficiaries A bequest to St Pauls Lutheran church in Corry is also noted The deceased died last Thursday in Rochester Minnesota with funeral services held Sunday.
Theresa Diano of Hazleton was acquitted by an 11 man 1 woman jury in Wilkes-Barre after admitting she killed her 52-year-old father Nicholas to save her honor. She was freed of all murder charges and returned to her home.
Six thousand sit-down workers exit Detroit Chrysler plants as a truce with Walter Chrysler and John L. Lewis allows settlement talks in Lansing. Plants valued at 50.1 million occupied 18 days affecting 60,000 employees. Ratification ensures no immediate plant operation or machinery transfer while UAW seeks sole bargaining rights. Police manage traffic as the march proceeds past Dodge plant and other sites.
Corry High School finds hope fading after Meadville posts a unanimous win in yesterday’s final, leaving Corry with 39 season points while Trysville trails at 12. Meadville’s Martha Hawkins and Marion Donsidan join MacBain Sears as Corry’s opponents Helen Hiver Theodore Melhado James Schultz. Titusville-Cambridge Springs clash looms Wednesday as Titusville aims to pull even or win the cup.
London reports French initiative to keep volunteers out of Spain by a four power naval patrol. Britain and other signatories would authorize ships to fly any signatory flag to block vessels near Spanish coasts. The move follows concerns over a Madrid front stalemate and fears of wider conflict.
Waters was chosen by the court to replace the outgoing state treasurer Charles A. Websters in a four year term starting May 1183. The appointee received a $10,000 salary and will enter office upon May 1632 with the term expiring four years later.
The relief rolls fall as business conditions improve easing needs. Relief checks begin anew as 23 persons remain on relief for a 21 day period to receive first checks while WPA activity is set to grow slowly.
In a day marked by changing skies, rain turned to snow with sleet and thunder, leaving ground partly covered as temperatures fell. A two hour midnight conference between Allegheny Steel officials and workers resulted in a settlement ending a 6 000 employee strike at Brackenridge and West Leechburg.
A severe winter storm dumps two feet of snow across the Dakotas and central states, with high winds and sleet causing widespread property loss. Homes and dormitories endure damage as highways collapse into hazards and power lines fail, triggering emergency responses and travel disruptions.
Bethlehem Steel Company opened its plant at Lebanon under guard by state police, sheriff deputies, and city officers after a picket line formed at the gates. Pickets armed with bats faced the workers as police dispersed the crowd and readied patrols for the city streets.
London reports the death of John Drink grater aged 55 a poet dramatist and essayist who died in his sleep at his home in Ma'dta Vale North London heart disease is suspected to be the cause of death in this early notice.
Five men were seized for tunneling under the Fiamestake mine at Lead and stealing about $1,000,000 in gold. A ninth man, Parks Dupont, was named in a warrant and pursued on the west coast. The case, linked to frontier lore, centers on a secret tunnel and possible hidden caches in the hills.
Lawyers for Polens and Senauskas rest appeal actions before the State Supreme Court. Judges review motions for new trials and dismissal of death sentences amid claims of coercion and bias in Warren County cases.
Good Friday will be observed in several churches with special services. St Pauls Lutheran plans a Friday evening service culminating Holy Week activities. Emmanuel, St Thomas, and St Elizabeth Catholic churches will also hold masses followed by the traditional three hours of prayer from noon to three.
The National Grange urged Congress to defeat President Roosevelt's court reform plan or risk overthrow of constitutional government. Washington representative Fred Brenskman led the statement to the senate judiciary committee as opposition testimony began. Other participants included Columbia Law Dean Dr. Young B. Smith and church group attorney Dr. Normian J.G. Wickey.
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