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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1937

Page

8

Prompt action urged on McGinnis labor bills in Harrisburg

Gov Harle’s message to the legislature calls for swift action on the McGinnis Labor Relations and Strike Mediation bill. The House and Senate consider companion measures and a companion mediation bill as lawmakers aim to finish must legislation by May 21. Debate centers on alignment with the Wagner Act and the scope of penalties for unfair labor practices.

Morey Potter United Press Star Harrisburg USP George H. Harle McGinnis Geneate Assembly Commonwealth David L. Lawrence Democratic State Committee Charles J. Margioti Earle Samuel Weiss Allegheny Ile Tomerow State Labor and Industry Department Wagner Ee Supreme Court Labor Relations Board Highs Thomas Kennedy United Mine Workers Ralph M. Bashore Labor and Industry Loose Labor Committee Erma Lawrence Weiss Goodrich Committee

Funeral services for Jesse Blakeslee in Spartansburg

Funeral services for Jesse Blakeslee, who died after a five month illness at his home in Spartansburg, will be held Wednesday at 2 30 PM at the M E Church. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. He was a retired farmer, served as Spartansburg township tax collector for sixteen years, was school director, and a Sparte Grange member. Survived by wife Ora, son Kenneth Blakeslee of Lawrence Park, Erie, two daughters Doris and Dorotha, and sister Mrs Gurpelia George of Salem Oregon. Funeral details and arrangements follow local customs.

Fiddler couple dies within a day in Brad Way

In Brockway Pennsylvania May a Brad Way family mourns as Mr George Fiddler dies from a heart attack shortly after lunch. His wife Mrs Fiddler, who had been ill, dies a few hours later as the strain of his death overwhelmed her. The couple’s deaths mark a double tragedy for the local household and community.

Brockway George Fidler Brad Way Fiddler Vis Way Widulgr

Council to Act on Parking Law Tonight

City Council meets for final reading of a new traffic ordinance restricting parking on Center street from 8am to 9pm with a two hour span. Discussion includes extending Saturday night parking limits, vehicle operation rules, and annual Spring Clean-up dates amid routine agenda items.

Center Street Bam

Warm Weather Sparks Several Woods Fires in Pa

May 5 Warren report says three warm sunny days boost forest fire danger across Pennsylvania forests. About fifty men fight near Selkirk and Tracey Run by Yorydon with emergency crews joined by recruits. Smaller blazes reported at Starr Endeavor Forest County Dougherty Rus near Spartansburg. officials urge extreme caution to prevent fires.

Warren Pennsylvania Department of Forests and Waters Parsons Selkirk Tracey Run Yorydon Starr Endeavor Forest County Dougherty Rus Spartansburg

Relief cases show drop for fourth week

Relief office data from the week ending April 24 reports a fourth straight decline in Pennsylvania relief cases. The total cases on relief rolls fell to 158,484 with 472,530 people on aid, as 7,970 cases closed and 3,404 opened. Private jobs and higher earnings reduced needs, while Works Program activity also lessened. Expenditures for direct relief decreased to 1,138,643 dollars.

Pennsylvania Emerg Rey Relief Board Federal Works Program

Franklin Pastor May Be Named Moderator

May 3 report notes Rev Dr Robert Brewster Beattie of Franklin First Presbyterian is mentioned as a likely moderator candidate for the 149th General Assembly to be held in Columbus Ohio from May 27 to June 1. The moderator presides over the Assembly and its interim General Council for one year with further duties for two more years.

General Council

Johnny Evers Returns as Albany Baseball Instructor

Johnny Evers, famed partner in the Tinkers to Evers to Chance double play, comes back to the game as an instructor in Albany. He previously played for Chicago and Boston, with a career spanning over 22 years.

Johnny Evers Albany Evers Chicago Boston

Fishermen Strike Demands Higher Pay Across Lake Erie

Ten million Lake Erie fishermen walked off docks demanding 9 cents more per pound. Union leaders say the fisheries cannot meet the wage increase, signaling a united strike impacting fishing activity.

United Preas Brm Lake Erie

Lovell Plant Strike Ends After National Union Denial

The Lovell Manufacturing plant workers ended an unauthorized strike after national headquarters of the United Rubber Workers of America declined to support a closed shop. Union leaders had aimed to press for new terms, but mediation officials noted lack of authorization to walk out. The move did not affect the existing labor settlement and the $0.25 hourly wage increase effective June 1.

Brig United Rubber Workers of America Lovell Manufacturing Thomas Finn United States Department of Labor Paul Kelsey National Union Wltuve

Mother and Daughter Banquet Sponsored by Ere Woo

The New Ere woo will sponsor a mother and daughter banquet at the Presbyterian church Wednesday evening at 6:80. Mrs Glen Dickson is chairman and Misa A Reed of Brie will be the speaker. Other entertainment has been arranged. All members are urged to bring a mother.

Presbyterian Church Glen Dickson Misa A . Reed Brie Tery

Steel workers enroll 350000 in SWOC amid talks

United Press reports SWOC claims 350000 steel workers joined, Murray urges contract with major firms, including Allegheny and Jones & Laughlin, as New Castle meetings precede talks. Murray pledges to press for a contract like those at U S Steel and many small firms, warning independents to sign or face conflict.

United Press Pittsburgh Pailin Miley Steel Workers Vomestitée Will Corfer Cellethln Steel Company of America Murnly W. Lewis Jones & Laughlin Steel Corporation Murray New Castle Schularly Savoli Thal Marchart Dobn L. Lewis C. 1 Tinson Youngs J Town Sheet & Tube Company Thas SWOC United States T Steel Corporation

Classified ads offer quick access to needs and services

All Journs advertises and explains a one cent per word per day rate for classified ads. It urges readers to use the LAR for upcoming listings including name, office, farm or person seeking or offering work or services. Several autos for sale appear, and the Studebaker Garage advertises upholstery cleaning and sale of overhauled Willys Königse.

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Probe WI Police the parkl lumps of dows jn mond

Vague notes describe a probe by Wisconsin police into a vandalism case at a park adults and youths involved. The fragment hints at an investigation opened by authorities with warnings about dangerous actions and potential charges.

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