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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1936
Page
4
The notice lists circulation and postal details for the Corry Evening Journal with pricing for mail and carrier delivery, plus addresses and contacts for national and regional advertising representatives and publishers. It notes the paper is entered at the Corry, Pennsylvania post office as second class mail matter and provides pricing.
The piece argues that after World War I great powers France Britain Italy and the United States faced deep crises and devaluations while warning that war damages morale economy and civilization. Admiral Fiske criticizes competitive militarism and urges rational defense of peace and humane living standards for a safer future.
General business in the first quarter rose about 10 percent from a year earlier, with the second quarter up around 18 percent. Officials expect a similar small gain in the third quarter. The revival is aided by heavy industry, railroads ordering cars and locomotives, and a forthcoming upturn in construction activity, though rapid growth is unlikely this year.
In exile Haile Selassie reportedly took more than 100 chests of treasure to Jerusalem. The collection includes gold silver jewels and rare pieces guarded from bandits and collectors alike. The set is described as grand spanning many lands and eras.
A Chicago survey shows air passenger trips lasting longer and occurring more often. It notes United Airlines average flight distance has grown from about 400 miles to 611 miles, reflecting broader travel patterns and route changes.
Hollywood item notes Helen a Troy gains fame for witty off screen dialogue in Song and Dance Man and Human Cargo. Her improvisations lengthen scenes and even alter scripts. Married to Dr. Alton E. Horton she rose from Traverse City roots via theater organ work in Chicago and Detroit.
Birthdates from Jan 21 to Feb 1 are favored today with energetic morning and doubtful evening. You may have talent for surgery or crafts and old associations can influence your life in mid 1936 and February 1987. Travel study and income growth possible with foreign interactions in March 1987 through religion aid.
Corry's Board of Education unanimously fixed the tax rate for the coming school year at 13 mills. Ten mills go to general schooling with one mill each for sinking fund No 1 No 2 and the public library. The item notes include local business openings a new market and Fourth of July committee appointments along with social and civic events in Corry.
The new Bedford Narrow bridge carries Route 80 across Rays Town Branch of the Juniata just east of Bedford. It is a rare five span concrete arch, claimed to be the only bridge of its kind in Pennsylvania and among few in the United States, showcasing an unusual engineering design.
A digest of 1935 era turmoil spans Mussolini annexing Ethiopia, Greece clashes killing dozens, New York budget endgame, Italy and France standoff, and rising crime in Colorado. Other items note primary battles, a death penalty protest in the U.S., and aviation and scientific ambitions amid global instability.
Paris May 11 fashion report highlights bright colors and varied silhouettes for cruise and beach garments. Linen shorts and knee length coats pair with bright knitwear. beach dresses feature uncrushable linen, wide hats, and unbuttoned capes. Beach trousers in linen or flannel replace pajamas. sleeveless turtle neck tops and halter necks remain popular. Also notes memorial site decision pending for Lusitania in Cobh Ireland and a casual nudge to sell cars via classified ads.
In Baie May 1 Ralph McCreary seeks independent candidacy for west county assembly. He learned his preemption papers must be filed in Dauphin county, then pre-empted the new name in Erie and Crawford counties. Signed property owners papers by A G Austin W J Hart Earl Rough R E Pinchey E P Caughey and John Moles all Millcreek residents.
A vintage ad promotes GOLDEN-LAX TABLETS to relieve pile symptoms by easing bowel strain and softening inflamed membranes. SAN-CURA OINTMENT is advertised to soothe itching and pain and aid healing. Both products are pitched as gentle, non irritative and available at drug stores.
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