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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1934

Page

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Guffey Reed Senate race stirs in Pennsylvania campaign

Pennsylvania races headline a shift as Senator Reed and Governor Pinchot spar over the fall campaign theme. Reed calls for a square deal while Guffey touts a new deal plank. Returns show Reed leading Pinchot with about 110,000 votes in the primaries.

Joseph S. Wasney United Press Gruladelphia Adequare Des Republica Stf Pennsylvania David A. Reed Gifford Finenot Dogeon P. Guffey Reed Pichot U. S Ree Pinchet I Gimtey Redland S. Morris Am- Fossidur Japan Woolfray Wilton Guffey Mortis Organization William A. Schnader George H. Jays Austria Ueketa Harry B. Scott Repri Thomas Kennedy Talted Mine Work- America M. Harvey Taylor Thomas A. Logue Dei Me Trexler Chester Thinsdes Dem Pinchot Leyke

Missing refuge keeper spurs search by GCC and police

RIDGWAY Pennsylvania May 17 A search by GCC members and state police swept woods in the Medic Ris section seeking Leroy Stoney Jefferson 56. Friends fear he is dead after he disappeared two weeks ago amid heavy weather. In a separate report four people died in a train collision near Prorzhheim Germany May 11 injuring 124 others as two trains collided.

Ridgway GCC Leroy Stoney Jefferson Felends

Power Plant Accident Cripples Clark Company

A late night accident at the Clark Company power plant in the Third Ward damaged the main steam engine generator when the crankshaft failed, driving a piston through the cylinder head and wall. No injuries occurred as workers shut off steam. the mill’s planing department remains operational with auxiliary equipment while repairs are ordered and expected within days.

Hunet Clare Company Third Ward Gn Uty Toray Engino Jon Ws

Britain moves to end war in South America

London reports Britain took direct action in the Bolivian Paraguayan conflict by urging both sides to stop bombing towns without military value and warning of reprisals against prisoners. The appeal urged neighboring states to bar transit of arms through their territories, aiming to cut war supplies to Bolivia and Paraguay.

United Press London Great Britain Paraguay Bolivia Chile Peru Argentina Brazil Ghaen Edlen

St Paul fears new Dillinger raid described in alert

In St Paul a report describes a renewed Dillinger threat centered on Marion Frechette and John Dillinger. Police and sheriffs were placed on high alert as a large green Packard sedan carrying six armed men was feared to be involved.

Forty Seven Children Examined at Local Clinic

Yesterday's free clinic in Corry organized by the Corry Parent-Teacher Association under President and General Chairman Mrs. WL Deake conducted in the Municipal building from 9 to 4. Forty seven children entering school this Fall received thorough examinations. Local physicians and dentists led by Dr. G H Bennett were assisted by nurses and Erie staff. The event was deemed very successful and beneficial for the upcoming school entry.

Corry Cowell WL. Deake G. H. Bennett Hugh O Hare A. B. Mosier GS. Wood Eva Kepler Misaes Anne Bliley McCloskey Shaper Erie

Kidnaping Suspect Held At Tucson

One man held in Communicada and two others questioned in a general roundup of suspects in the kidnaping of six year old June Koblen. Department of Justice agents said after questioning the suspects would be viewed in June for possible identification.

Unie Vee Pucson Aria Communicada June Koblen Department of Justice

Local teachers enjoy dinner and program at Brick House

Sixty city teachers and guests gathered for a dinner meeting at the Brick House. Presiding was Stanley B Anderson of the Teachers Association. Horace Brynolfson and Mrs. R S Dewey performed songs, with Keppel Tiffany and Miss Lorraine Youngs accompanying. Teachers from multiple schools gave remarks, and G A Stetson spoke on the aims of the State Educational Association.

Cdfair Stanley B Anderson Teachers Association Dewey Brynolfson Line Keppel Tiffany Lorraine Youngs Anderson Leoa Brown Pairview H. G. Wolfe Many Anderson Concord School Antoinette Baresse Washington Sehior Misees Doris Doolitte Ruby McCullough Harding School Howard J. Sheen O. PF. Hofmaster H. J. Sheen Mr Youngs Gattye

Doubt Over 27th District GOP Nomination in Pennsylvania

May 17 in Johnstown Pennsylvania the Republican race in the 27th district covering Cambria Indiana Jefferson and Armstrong counties stayed unsettled as rural returns came in Congressman Nathan Strong of Brookville narrowed an early McEldowney lead. With 239 of 200 precincts reported McEldowney led by under 1000 votes McEldowney 1078 Strong 17266.

United Press Johnstown Cambria Indiana Jefferson Armstrong Nathan Strong Brookville Robert McEldowney McEldowney Yates McEidowney Strong

Macon Airship Passes Over Texas On Way Home

Dirigible Macon moving toward Sunnyvale base, Texas reports pass above at about 7:30 pm today. The craft is roughly 3,000 feet in altitude as clear weather prevails along the route.

Macon Texas Weska Trese van Horn Tex Sunnyvale Calif

Fourth man arrested in Gettle kidnap case in California

San Quentin, Calif., May 16 to May 17 reports detail the Gettle kidnap plot involving Beverly Hills millionaire William F. Gettle and four men. Kirk, Williams, Kerrigan, and Stoddard face life terms, while federal indictments for extortion target Kirk, Williams, and Kerrigan. Stoddard claims noninvolvement and ownership of the car used in the attempt. Arraignment set for May 29.

United Press San Quentin Calif William F. Gettle Beverly, Hills Los Angeles Jimmy Claris Ray Williams Larry Kerrigan Clyde Stoddard James 7. Kirk Roy Williams Stoddard Gettle Kerrigan Kirk Loretta Woody Williams J San Quentin Joan Burke Gal- Figen Wanily Hall Permii

Final silver compromise agreed upon

Washington May 17 final silver compromise settled after weeks of negotiation. President Roosevelt and the Senate block stated the plan would end wrangling. The President would ask Congress for legislation to establish silver as primary money with treasury reserves at 25 percent of gold. Treasury to buy silver until prices reach 120 dollars per ounce. Domestic silver could be condemned and nationalized if desired. Mary Baker went to Erie for a short business trip.

United Press Guantanamo Cubs United States Battle Fleet Panama Canal California Heet Eia Gibraltar New York Roosevelt Canal Velievell United States Wir Washington Senate Congress Treasury White House Silveriies Sen L- Neon D Smith S.C

Mine Disaster Traps Rescuers Near Mans Belgium

A fire damp explosion at the Fief mine near Mans traps twenty rescuers as officials confirm 42 dead from a prior blast. Fourteen rescuers feared dead, six rescued severely injured, authorities report uncertain tolls pending.

United Press Brussels Fief Mans

Labor lobby drives for 30 hour bill in House

Washington May 17 The labor lobby failed to win free votes for the 30 hour week bill in the House. Advocates had gathered signatures to force a May 28 vote and pressed appeals to members, but House leaders predicted the measure could not be forced to a vote this session due to petition procedures.

United Press Washington White House House

Penna Slayer Loses Appeal in Missouri

Jefferson City May 17 Paul H Kauffman a former Pennsylvanian and Colorado convict must hang in Jackson county June 29 for the murder of Avis Woolery a 17 year old Webb City girl killed in Kansas City's Swope Park August 27 1930 The supreme court ruled today doom to hang June 29 Kauffman trembled when jailers told him he must die He asked to telegram his mother in Columbia Pa and to break the news to Lillie Mtanst oan

United Press Jefferson City Paul H. Kauffman Pennsylvania Colorado Jackson County Avis Wolery Webb City Kansas City Swope Park Supreme Court Kauiimas Avis Woolery Columbia, Pa Lillie

Harold Gilbert Speaks at Kiwanians Meeting in Kittanning

Harold Gilbert former Quartermasters Corps officer addressed Kiwanians at Hotel Corry in Kittanning Pa detailing wartime Camp Dix construction and related camp logistics. He described merchant involvement and the rapid build process during World War II, entertaining members with his uncommon insights.

Dondla Pools Kittanning Harold Gilbert McIden Corry

Senate Takes Up New Tariff Measure Today

The Senate opens a heated tariff debate as administration leaders seek broad bargaining power for President Roosevelt to expand foreign markets and aid industry and agriculture. Sen. Harrison urges united action to stem declining trade and boost employment, with a final vote expected within a week or ten days.

United Press Washington Senate Roosevelt Pat Harrison United Harvison Uniber H. C House Xession Charles L. McNary

Justice agents foil $100 000 extortion in Lake Charles

Justice department agents announced the foiling of a plot to extort one hundred thousand dollars from Charles H. Austin a wealthy Lake Charles stevedore operator. The arrest of dam Sollins a former railroad section foreman is reported in Lake Charles La. May 17.

Lake Charles Department of Justice Charles H. Austin

Digest poll supports Rodset two to one in New York

May 11 in Frese New York The Digest nationwide poll on Roosevelt recovery program shows 27 162 voting yes and 13 087 no from 40 219 ballots in the New York area. The result indicates broad support for Roosevelt administration policies amid ongoing national surveys.

Sy Us Frese New York Literary Digest Roosevelt Aiabel

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