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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1940

Page

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Hearing on Erie area gas rates before PUC

Local interest centers on Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission hearings tomorrow in Erie County to examine Pennsylvania Gas Company's rates and service costs. Company officials will defend high charges amid consumer complaints across Warren and surrounding districts. A decision by the PUC is expected later, with possible rate adjustments to be proposed.

Pennsylvania Commission Qites Pennsylvia Gas Company Cowly Court House Operes Erie Warren PUC Memmers Pennsylvania Gas Company Whigh Corry Elie Octher Clattiot Contunities

Blizzard Piles Snow High on New York Roads

A turbulent winter scene dominates early reports as heavy snow blankets New York roads, slowing travel and prompting warnings to residents. Forecasts predict ongoing accumulations with continued disruption across the city and surrounding areas.

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Missouri Senator Backs Uninstructed Delegates in Anti Third Term Push

Anti third term forces discuss a bloc of Democratic delegates from South Central states opposing Roosevelt's renomination. Senator Bennett Clark of Missouri urged uninstructed Missouri delegates to the national convention, signaling possible alignment with anti third term efforts. The plan targets Missouri Oklahoma Kansas Texas and Louisiana, totaling about 156 convention votes.

Sen. Clark Missouri Tnted Washington Roosevelt Sen Hennett C. Clark Roosevelt Palace Okla- Firma Kansas Texas Louisiana Ave Lark Céorgé K. Williams Farmington Williams Clark

Erie Boy Fatally Hurt in Street Collision

Erie PA March 27 A seven year old boy was fatally injured after being struck by a motor vehicle near his home while playing with a companion. Police report do not yet confirm other details as investigators work at the scene.

Erie John Laluhilnger Vamen Shanghai Hong Kong

Cromwell to Retain Post

Ottawa dispatch reports James H. Cromwell will continue as American minister to Canada after an official reprimand for a Taranto speech denouncing Germany. He rejected resignation and called Senate run talk premature while returning to the United States.

United Press Ottawa James H Cromwell Canada Germany Senate United States

Democrats Dropped Payroll Assessment in 1938

Harrisburg March 27 The state payroll assessment method financing the Democratic party in Pennsylvania ended in July 1938 after a bitter primary. Frank E. Taylor Democratic state committee financial clerk testified he terminated it himself. He recalled a meeting attended by Edward N. Jones and other party aides amid ties to U.S. Senator Joseph F. Guffey and the 1938 split. The testimony occurred in the political making trial of Democratic State Chairman David L. Lawrence and seven aides.

Harrisburg Democratic Party Pennsylvania Frank E. Taylor Democratic State Committee Dauphin County Taylor David L. Lawrence Earl V. Compton Carl B. Shelley Edward N. Jones U. S Joseph F. Guffey Walter Miller Jones WPA Ralph M. Bashore Car KK. Dee Lawrence

Mother Forces Baby to Drink Ammonia in Court Record

In Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania a two year old boy died after his mother Mary Orban 4 allegedly forced him to drink ammonia using a so called hex doctor method A hospital report confirms the infant died from the poisoning The mother was held without bail for a sanity hearing and faced legal proceedings as district attorney Leon Schwartz stated she poured a pint of the washing solution into the child's mouth Judge John J Apanick was informed of her actions yesterday

United Press Wilkes-Barre Frank Orban Mary Orban Atttorney Leon Schwartz John J. Apanick

Pennsylvania anti saloon league renews drive to curb Sunday sales

The Times Press in Pittsburgh reports the Pennsylvania Anti Saloon League renewed its campaign to curb the so called evil on Sundays. Superintendent Fr Boole McBride warned club leaders that liquor sales on Sundays threaten the church and morality.

Ty Times Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Gorila Ry Organisation Boole McBride Temgue Teuistecs Amutuil Seul Becauss Waller Tives Jigtela

100000 People Quit Territory Taken by Reds

Helsinki dispatch reports 100000 residents abandoned forty thousand square miles of Finland in the ceded area, many compelled to leave homes and belongings as Russians occupy the frontier under the Russo Finnish peace protocol. Refugees gathered in central and western Finland. Lahili ski stadium used as shelter. Finland forms new cabinet led by Ryti to carry on reconstruction tasks.

Ralmt Forte United Ress. Stat Helsinki Finland Longravaara-Vartsiluga Matkaselka Lalke Ladopa Ribachi Sredny Lahil Wht Risto Ryti

Inspection of Company A Set for April 9

Lieut Col John A Leonard will supervise the federal inspection of Company A and other units of the 112th Pennsylvania National Guard at the State Armory on Tuesday evening in April. Preparations are underway and local officers question if the usual state inspection will occur alongside the federal review. The company, with about 40 members, expects representation for the federal event, and the prior company inspection of records will precede the guardsmen’s review.

John A. Leonard 112Th Infantry Pennsylvania ‘Nationall Guard First Infantry U. S. Army Prederick Houghton Nubtic Enioment Jrecords

Liberals win Canadian election by landslide

Ottawa March 7 Prime Minister W L Mackenzie Kings Liberal government won a sweeping mandate in Tuesday's general election. The entire Liberal ticket was reelected to parliament led by J Fighting Bob Mannin defeated for a seat by Rev Dan Melvor. The Commons majority was estimated to exceed 13 Beit Clajerity of the Inst parha. Bent. The Prime Minister had argued the section January 25 after the government had been denounced by Conservative Premier Mitchell Hecksum of Ontario. Welsh are for hurting the war effort and victory was hailed as best service to the country and to Britain.

United Press Ottawa W. L. MacKenzie King Peral Tiesday Bob Mannimn Whd Germany Dan Melvor Gallument Conmsns Walla Beit Mitchell Hecsum Ontario Sally Emgarh Britain

Spohn Pleads Guilty as Sentence Is Deferred

Spohn, arrested last week for the theft of James Nevils automobile found abandoned at Indians Pa, pled guilty before Judge Miles B. Kitts in the county court Tuesday afternoon. Sentence was deferred pending further court investigation into the Spohn case. He also faces a forgery charge from Crawford county for forging Coymin’s name and cashing a check at Buell's Corners.

Spahn James Nevils Indians Miles B. Kitts Tle Spohn Imap Iy Crawford Coymin Ius Wtation Buell

James to release mine subsidence report in Shenandoah

Harrisburg bureau reports Arthur H. James plans to publish today or tomorrow the state inspectors’ findings on the March subsidence that damaged 16 works in Shenandoah borough. The incident caused about 1,000,000 dollars in property damage. inspectors Grace Clement Golden surveyed the site.

Harrisburg Guy Arthur H. James Shenandoah Whiehi Ina Enery Dames Mies John Ty ‘Thomas Jamen J. Grace Heckseherville Will

Young man found guilty of voluntary manslaughter

Pittsburgh jury convicts Rose Davis, 29, of voluntary manslaughter in the death of Dominia Martins, 49, in her apartment. The court set sentencing for immediate impact, with a possible term of six to twelve years in prison as recommended by the verdict.

United Pittsburgh Rose Davis Fane Pully Dominia Martins Pridinay Verdier Mercy The

Applications for C C C in Erie County

Erie county will receive for examination counts of young men for the Civilian Conservation Corps draft to serve in April. Erie office of the Department of Public Assistance will handle filings. Executive director L White notes the program aims to provide useful work and education during wartime mobilization.

Corry Department of Public Assistance Erie Department of Pathe Assistance Erie County Olah L. White Erie County Assistance Board Ifipse Bn Wpa Ainillis Loni Neemers Jilly

Wist of Fate Saves Driver Known in City

Peter Kayal a popular Erie baker driver known locally for his longtime work crossed paths with Stanley Gostomaki, another Erie driver. Gostomaki’s car collided with a Nickel Plate tram at 10th and Raspberry streets, fatally injuring him. Kayal, a witness, avoided harm. Gostomaki, a 20 year veteran, left a wife and children.

Wist OF Peter Kayal Erie Pete! Kayal Baking Company Lo Corry Khowny Cato Nunaviv Stanley Gostumaki Gestomski Royal Gostamski Hayal Ac Aldenane Vicwim Goutomeki Aye Finwh Bakidy Wrlving & Tritele

British Seizered Ship Sent to Pacific

Shanghai dispatches report a British seized vessel bound for the Pacific after a raid on a Russian vessel near Sin Mareloso. The ship is expected to reach Hong Kong shortly, with information still arriving on the case and its agents.

Equalization pools approved by Reno aides

A state justice department opinion supports establishing equalization pools under Nile control law to stabilize prices in the Pennsylvania mill goods market. Deputy Attorney General Frank Coho drafted the advice at Chairman John McKee’s urging, saying producers may not need consent to form pools to carry out the law’s aims.

Pevnnsylvania Y State Justice Department Claude T Henn Mal Prank Coho Commission Il Dines Ohn At McKee Rene

Welles Arrives Aboard Savoia En Route to New York

En route to New York aboard Conte di Savoia on March 27, Under-Secretary Sumner Welles finished his European report and planned to brief President Roosevelt tomorrow. Welles expected to travel to Washington after a conference at the White House this afternoon, amid ongoing discussions with Washington on European developments. A separate New York note reports a strong earthquake felt across the city causing structural damage to several buildings.

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Economy League Urges School Tax Cut Plans

The Pennsylvania Economy League plans to press the Board of Education to cut school taxes. Committees have prepared appropriations for the house and other boards, with meetings set for Monday April 1. Public sessions will occur April Ath to hear budget talks and deliberations.

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Snow and Rain Forecast Disrupted by Weather Woes

Reports describe ongoing heavy snow today with predictions of rain later. Forecasters note continued wintry conditions, with departments working overnight to clear roads and ensure safety as the weekend approaches.

Council to Meet With WPA Engineers

City officials plan a session with WPA engineers this afternoon at 3 o clock to discuss upcoming municipal projects. Expected topics include completion of financing for the Feat Case project and finalizing machinery and materials for the pipeline.

WPA Gily “Geuveilary Schodulird Ranine Moleyels

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