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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1930

Page

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Pinchot Campaign Stop In Corry In Twoday Tour

Former Governor Gifford Pinchot arrives in Corry at 9 15 am to meet voters then leaves for Warren on a two day campaign swing. County leaders coordinate a reception at Hotel Corry for local audiences as he urges support among men and women voters. He then travels to Union City and Burga en route to other cities as part of a statewide tour.

Gifford Pinchot Corry Cat Brit County Pinchot Warren Charles R. Davis Wits Pinono Erie Waburga Union City Yulers Pincherty Tolley Davis Pichot Party Pittsburgh Browisville Oil City Altoona Williamsport Scranton Hazelton Philadelphia Easton

Tornadoes Strike Kansas Oklahoma and Nebraska Areas

United Press reports tornadoes in black funnels of deadly wind caused injuries and two deaths near Watonga with Mrs W C Bush killed as home collapsed. A negro named Edwards also died. Ten injured include six Negroes. Storm paths ten miles long, half to one mile wide, with rain and downpours following. Nebraska see heavy losses to cattle homes barns and outbuildings near Hastings Adams County. Similar outbreaks last week caused multiple deaths and damage across towns.

United Press Kansas City Watonga W. C. Bush Edwards Sherif Henry L. Lays Greenfield Nebraska Adams County Hastings Crand Island Tormadoes

City seeks state patrolman to curb reckless driving

Acton moved in city council to request the state highway department stationing of at least one state patrolman. Police to issue three day warned and then arrest offenders on North Center street and at the railroad crossing. Courts to prosecute violators after the warning period. Damages awarded in Pittsburgh case against J Kenney Transfer Company for collision injury.

Acton North Center Street Starr State Highway Department Ruppersburg Center Street Cornell Corry Polied

Bomb Blast Kills Man At Ambridge Hotel Grant

Ambridge Pa May 6 A bomb blast destroyed a two story brick building killing Josep Musitino 40 pool room proprietor in the rear and injuring nine others. Thirty five hotel guests were forced to flee as fire spread to the Hotel Grant. Firemen contained the blaze after guests were awakened by the explosion and thrown from their beds.

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20th Anniversary King Attends Spring Horse Meeting

London May 6 warships in port fired royal salutes for the 20th anniversary of the British king. He traveled by auto from Buckingham Palace to Newmarket to attend the spring meeting, his first race since illness. The king and Queen Mary met many Buckingham palace household members before the trip.

United Press London Anniage'st Buckinham Palace Newmarket Fis Finess Indieste

City CleanUp Day Set For May 14 At City Limits

City Council announced annual CleanUp Day for Wednesday May 14. Residents should place material for removal in curbside containers by Tuesday evening so work can begin next morning. Extended sea, trucks and equipment will be hired to conduct a thorough sweep, with each street serviced once, requiring from five to seven days.

Oratorio Music Shines At Dana Musical Institute

Orchestra of the Dana Musical Institute Warren Ohio under Lynn Dana Barnes delivered a refined four movement New World Symphony by Dvorak. Handel's Messiah received a masterly performance with a chorus of about one hundred and soloists Ruth Hayes Barnes Mary Truesdell Ruth McElvaine Axili Nelson Clyde Miller.

Leigh School Dvorak Orchhestra Dana Musical Institute Warren Ohio Lynn B. Dana Lee Mess Barnes Ruth Hayes Barnes Mary Truesdell Ruth McElvaine Axili Nelson Tel.jet Clyde Miller Miss McElvaine Corry

Troops Patrolling After Fire Ravages City

National Guard patrols protected ruins of more than 240 homes and several factories as the state aided relief efforts for fire victims. Smoldering embers threatened nearby buildings in the southwestern city damaged by Sunday's Alsa strong fire. An emergency committee formed to distribute the 99,300,000 relief fund to affected families.

Anttea Fress Nashuan Menaon el City Alsa Strickes Gov Charles Ile

Five Best Radio Entretinments Broadcast Schedule

The clipping outlines a radio programming slate with listed shows and times across networks. Entries reference WABC CBS and WEAR with names like Pura Gil Lopes Hour Olg Gold Withyman to Melyorrs and Welms Lown And Lomi hued Orchestras, indicating a series of entertainment segments across time slots in BST and EST.

WIZ NBG Iwework Pura Gil Lopes WABC CBS Olg Gold Withyman Welms Lown

Bribe Claims Roil Parker Nomination Debate

In Washington on May 6 Senate hearings centered on alleged bribes offered to secure votes for John J. Parker's Supreme Court appointment. Senator Ashurst said a Washington Democrat warned of a federal judgeship in exchange for Parker approval, while Senator Dill denied taking the claim seriously and cited a third party’s statement. No inquiry has been launched as yet.

United Press Washington Parker Senate Henry L. Astmrst Arizona Clarence Dill John J. Parker Supreme Court Dijl Ashurat Bres Lover Ambassa Lorial

Dayton Bank Bandits Shot at Union Trust Branch

Two of three bandits attempting a hold up at the Xenia avenue Union Trust Company in Dayton were shot down and captured by an employee. The third robber, Hough, was wounded and escaped. The robbery occurred April 4 with $40,000 taken. A captured man claimed the name James Rogan, 21, of St. Louis. Neither he nor his companion was seriously wounded.

Dayton Xenia Avenue Union Trust Company Hough James Rogan St. Louis

Wife Leads Visitor to 10 Death House in Erie

Erie reports describe Helen Krebs telling police that her husband Wal Krebs died in a fatal attack after an alcoholic binge. The body was found in a shed behind their three-room cottage on East 12th Street. Neighbors and visitors, including Harold Tyeble and Mr and Mrs Will Burch, are noted in the chaotic account as investigators work to piece together events.

Erie East 12Th Street Helen Krebs Polles Wal R. Krebs Parade Street Kubejacut Coromer Hanley

Proceed Against Stores Selling Brew Materials

Washington on May 6 reports that Treasury officials indicated no broad policy shift after the Supreme Court ruling on home brewing. Prohibition Commissioner Doran said the government will not invade homes on a large scale but will pursue manufacturers of brewing equipment and stores selling malt products and other liquor ingredients.

United Press Washington Treasury Supreme Court Prohibition Doran

Smith Street Crossing Signals Improved By Penn Railroad

The Pennsylvania Railroad completed extensive changes to the crossing signal system on West Smith Street. Demonstrations before Councilman Stair and Chief Ruppersherger showed updated wiring and new lights improving operation, but officials remain convinced a crossing watchman is still needed for daylight safety. The company plans similar changes at North Corry, yet securing watchman service at Smith Street remains uncertain.

Pennsylvania Railroad West Smith Street Stair Ruppersherger Railway Company Ughts North Corry North Center Street Smith Street

Stock Market Rebounds After Sharp Crash in New York

In New York on May 6 the stock market staged a broad recovery ending strong after yesterday's crash erased about ten billion dollars in market value. The rally came from short covering and investment buying by individuals, with American Tobacco and Radio shares among notable gainers. Steel rose steadily though not spectacularly, and the market showed limited selling pressure as trading volumes remained subdued.

New York Nea Steel American Tobacco Radio Corporation Westmelhouse Vectric Hamterum Kodi Tales Aircraft

City Council Holds Brief Meeting on Bridge Bid

City Council met last evening with Supt of Finance Frank England presiding in Mayor Alexander's absence. A resolution directed the engineer to advertise bids by May 19 for Columbus avenue bridge work and paving, under state funds and supervision, with District Engineer T. C. Frame to consult. Bids will be reviewed for award that evening if possible.

Frank T. England Alexander Williams, Starr Muldericie Dickson Columbus Avenue Har Creek State Highway Department T. C. Frame Franklin Highland Addition North Corry Carl Henson North Center Street West Main Stanford Hose Company Charles Graker Roy Hickerson Collneil Craker Westley Kincaid James Loveland offGlymex Loveland Starr Pendilt Metatte Hammond West Main Street Hiss Messrs Shambaugh and Rickerson West Church Street

Newton Council Rejects Daylight Saving Plan

In Newton Pennsylvania on May day, the city council defeated a proposal to adopt daylight saving time by a strong vote. The meeting featured debate from council members and residents, with the plan failing to gain support for implementation.

Newton

Pegu Earthquake Destruction Reported In Burma Town

Rangoon Burma May 6 reports from Pegu 47 miles north say 6000 killed in last night earthquake and fire. A large railway bridge on the Mandalay line was destroyed. Casualties stated as high with 48 buildings damaged including Shwe-­Lagon pagoda. business at a standstill amid independence processions.

United Press Rangoon Burma Pegu Here Pegi Mandalay Perri Burmna Miles Barth Ringoon Shwelugon

Violence spreads as British force battles Indian rioters

Rioting breaks out across India after Mahatma Gandhi's arrest as independence campaigners clash with police and military units. In Bombay mill districts crowds clash, injuring several including a European, while a 3000 strong mob near Howrah is fired on by police. Rail workshops feel pressure as workers protest arts.

United Press Bombay India Mahatma Gandh Mill Howrah Caléitte Bumnis Great Indian Peninsular Railway Geant Berger

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