Trio of Wattsburg gang members held in county jail
Erie's Chief of Police and deputies arrested Guy Duryes Willany Whipple and Frank McClelland after a series of robberies across Erie and Chautauqua counties. They allegedly targeted the Panama store and nearby farms, with a cache recovered near Wattsburg. The men face charges for breaking into and stealing numerous goods. Local investigations linked the trio to other recent thefts as authorities prepare hearings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama
Brown
Ray L. Chadwick
Roy Cassellman
Len Peterson
Daniel Mt Way
Rig Lima
Erie County
Haye
Chautauqua County
Ruppersburg
Death penalty sought in child's killing case
In Johnstown Pennsylvania a jury recommended the death penalty for Harry Stavehok 28 on first degree murder charge in the March killing of Betty Monty seven whose body was found at her home in Conemaugh. Sentencing to follow after brief deliberation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Iresa
Johnstown
Betty Monty
Hig Home
Conemsugh
Harry Stavehok
Benn Resigns From Pennsylvania Public Service Commission
Local interest centers on James S. Benn resigning from the Pennsylvania Public Service Commission amid the gas rate fight involving Corry Warren and Erie municipalities. Benn presided at several hearings and cited bitterness with Governor Pinchot as blocking his renomination. The governor accused the PSC of utility influence and public gouging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quits Commission
Gifford Pinchot
James S. Benn
Pennsylvania Public Service Commission
Benn
Corry
Warren
Erie
Senate Committee On Executive
Commission
Senate
Fesco
Greensburg
Bern
New Pastor to Be Named at Congregational Meeting
A congregational meeting at the Presbyterian Church Friday evening at 7 30 will elect a new pastor for the First Presbyterian Church. The post has been vacant since Rev Roger Cressey resigned to take a pulpit in Illinois after months of candidate discussions. A large attendance is requested as officers hope to finalize the appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian Cuitch
First Presbyterian Church
Roger Cressey
Illinois
Former Corry Woman Passes Away in Erie
Mrs. Igaene apave Shave a former Corry resident and mother of W. H nay and Florence J. Kennedy of 117 Plum Street Erie died Wednesday night May 18. Her body will be taken to 903 East Smith Street for funeral services Saturday at 2 PM with interment in Pine Grove Cemetery. Friends may call at Berkebene Home Mortuary 6th and French Brio, omits flowers per request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Igaene Apave
G. Shave
W. H' Nay
Florence J. Kennedy
Plum Street
Ené
Shave
Corry
East Smith Street
Pine Grove
Miiangere
Aowers
Berkeckane Home
6Th
French Streets
Brio
Young Jap Fli er Lands in Fog On Pacific Route
Seiji Yoshihara, a young Japanese aviator attempting a flight from Japan to the United States, was forced to land today by heavy fog. He made a safe landing between Yeterofu and the Urupp islands after departing Shan na Yeterofu island earlier in the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Prem ‘Tokio
Seiji Yoshihara
Japan
United States
Yoshihara
Shanna
Yeterofu Island
Urupp Islands
Yeterofu
Atterbury and Martin Lashed by Governor
Governor Pinchot accuses General Edward Atterbury and General Martin of "pickling" resignations from the national committee and opposing utility legislation. Pinchot attacks party figures, notes Benn’s resignation from the Public Service Commission, and predicts further Senate remarks. Mrs Garrity returns from Salamanca trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ay United Press
Washington
Edward Marlin
W. W. Alterbury
Gifford Pinchot
Gen. Alterbury
National Committee
Martin
Republicans
Pennsylvania
Stude
Terete
Gen. Martin
West
Harrisburst
Mansfield
McKeesport
Pinchot
Pro-Temipore
Senate
James S
Army Air Defense Converges on Dayton for Maneuvers
Dayton Fairfield air depot hosts massive Army air defense show as hundreds of planes assemble to simulate a city attack on New York May 21. The 672-strong force comprises bomber, pursuit, and training craft, organized into mobile units for the exercise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ARMY
Dayton
United Press
Fairfield
Linz
New York City
New York
Oiis
Uncle Sam
Perial
Amy
Junior High Exhibit Opens This Evening At Erie Meeting
The Corry women and Erie County Federation of Women's Clubs prepare a two floor Junior High display and program tonight and Friday. Students show class work in arts sciences geography and more with a nautical themed entertainment by the high school band and performers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Barnes
Cor
Jine
Erie County
Federation of Women’s Clubs
Corre Sunive High Shop
Erie County Federation Women’s Clubs Meet Schedule
Mrs. B C Barnes leads the Erie County Federation of Women’s Clubs gathering in Erie tomorrow at 9 with delegate registration. Corinne Dean sings three numbers in the afternoon and Barnes participates in the Hour with the State Federation. Corry club president presents a paper Circuit Program Bubbi ng. A club forum discusses What is the Outstanding Problem if My Club. W R Braithwaite of the Bureau of Standards speaks at 2 about Simplification and Standardization as Aids to Household Buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. C. Barnes
Woman's Club
Waid
Corinne Dean
Erie
W. R. Braithwaite
Bureau of Standards
Washington, D. C
Kiwanis Club Plans Ladies Night Program
Preliminary plans for a Ladies Night program were formed at the Kiwanis Club meeting. A committee of Chi Huss, Raymond Bury and Ray Angersor was named to arrange the dinner. Two new members, Rank Brooks and Wilbert Merritt, were welcomed. Much of the session was spent clearing unfinished business and socializing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kiwanis Club
Tofay
Chi 3Huss
Raymond Bury
Ray An‘erSor
Rank Brooks
Wilbert Merritt
Gray-Haired Widow Replaces Mayor of Weehawken
Gray-haired, bespectacled Mrs. Jara Gravert, age 73, becomes mayor of Weehawken succeeding her husband W. Grauert who died in office on April 20. Her platform stresses playgrounds and steady governance, with no broad reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ey Wmitee Press
Weehawken
Jara Gravert
W. Grauert
Five Best Radio Entertainments Schedule
A trimmed program list shows WABG CBS Networks B100 Morton Downey on WUZ NBG Network T00 Dixie Spiritual Singers on WABO CBS Networks T00 Pryor's Band WEAR NBC Networks S00 Birthday Party WEA NBC Network H00 B A Rolfe Orchestra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CBS
Morton Downey
WUZ
NBG
WABO
CBS Networks
Pryor
WEAR
NBC Networks
WEA
NBC Network
B. A. Rolfe
Bishop Welch to Head Erie District Conference Speakers
Bishop Herbert Welch will lead speakers at the Erie District Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church in this city May 19 and 20. Two days of sessions include Tuesday afternoon and evening and Wednesday sessions. ministers wives and guests will be hosted at the parsonage on West Pleasant Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Welch
Erie
Methodist Biscopal Church
Will
A. Wimner
W. Pleasant Street
H. &. Burnham
C. M. Reed
B. Black
C. B. ‘Allen
RC. McMinn
Ralph Wadsworth
W.V. McLean
L. M. Barnard
Y Arthur Joes
HA. Silvis
FA. Wimer
Pinchot forces Benn to resign as Public Service Commissioner
Philadelphia Public Service Commissioner James S. Benn resigns under pressure from Governor Pinchot amid political maneuvering over the Philadelphia Rapid Transit fare rise. Benn cites administration influence and delays in confirming future appointments as the Senate weighs two thirds approval. He informs Senator Baldwin of his reasons and notes ongoing political gamesmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas E. Williams
United Press
Harrisburg
James 5
Benn
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
State Senate
Alsew
Pinchoto
Pinchot
John S. Fisher
Senate
Sush
Berni
Senate Committee
Bern Male
Frank Bala
Win
Potter
Baldwin
Public ‘Service
Commission
Death Notices: Mrs Sophronia Tos quit Dies After Ill Health
Relatives here received word of the death of Mrs Sophronia Tos quit widow of D Le Triscult at 8 15 last evening at her daughter Mrs Bert Watrons home in Union City She was born in Beaverdam sixty nine years ago and had been ill the past year Survived by daughter Mrs Watrons sister Mrs John Hanlen and brother S A Lyons Grandchildren and two great grandchildren Funeral services from the Watrons home Friday at 2 30 Interment Beaverdam Cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sophronia Tosquit
D. le Triscult
Bert Watrons
Union City
Triscult
Adulie Lindsley
Beaverdim
Watfous
Colestock Dedication Attended by School Leaders
Supt Ralph Dewey and Principal Howard J. Sheen attended the dedication ceremony near Colestock High School. The local school chorus performed as officials unveiled the new Titwnalle choir facility during the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph
Dewey
Princel Howard J. Sheen
Gorry
Clit
Colestocke High School
Vane
Also Mentioned on This Page
Strik
Wattsburg
Cairo
Mayville
James W. Wilson & Son
Corry Union City Road 3
United Press Catro
Beypt
Suiahy
Mportant
Labor Federationy
American Federation of Labor
Goodrich Tire and Rubber Company
Goodyear Rubber Company
Ohio
Empire Steel Corporation
Ah “Onen
Isis
Sheet Ti Tin Workers of America
St. Louis
Montreal Star
Barringer
J. H. Barringer
National Cash Register Company
Hmtie
Center Street
Dreicsmith, Corry
J. J. Cagey
Milit
North Center Street
Franklin Street
Ype Ventures
Atterbury
J. Garrity
Salvananca
N.Y
Bom
Masonic
Pennsylvanist
Bradford
Ridgway
DuBois
Beaver Falls
New Castle
Greenville
Meadville
Titus Ville
Oil City
Franklin
Bud Sharon
Anthony J. Barron
James G. Cole
Sekneters
Frank
Waterford
Buddy
Jack Shinders
United Artists
Hollywood
Norms Talmadge
Tim
Samus Goldwyn
United Jarieta
D. L. Bracken
St. Petersburg
Mia
Hayor
Bishop Welch
Methodist Episcopal Church
Get
He Hagedomi Construction: Co. Nf
Clarksburg
Ws Ve
Corry-Spartansburg
Reapank Townable
Glarion County
Colestock
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!