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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1937
Page
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Federal Judge Robert M. Gibson sentenced Bradford and Benton on three years probation for roles in a 4.3 million dollar bank funds shortage at Bradford Commercial National Bank. Harald L. Miller’s sentence was postponed for further case review. Over twenty prominent Bradford and Smethport witnesses testified, highlighting community ties and leniency considerations.
Valencia May 47 The Spanish Civil War split the Loyalist cabinet as factions within the left quarrelled. Francisco Largo Caballero’s government collapsed after Negrin, a Socialist professor from Madrid, was called to form a new unity cabinet. Negrin began immediate consultations to bridge extremist and moderate elements and pursue united war policy.
A Louisiana chain store tax ruling stands as Gov. Farley and White House pressure push for a broader Supreme Court. The administration faces a major strike threat amid industrial unions and bolting solons, with political maneuvers shaping unemployment and residency issues.
The Pennsylvania cabinet committee led by Dr. Luther A. Harr urged no reduction of the legal interest rate below 11 percent. Gov. George H. Farle’s panel found lowering the rate would not achieve the desired effects and could harm the commonwealth’s welfare and progress.
Pittsburgh May 17 The commonwealth today located Martin J Sullivan eight years old Dequiesne Po Keenan to bela on a charge of rear fer beanse of hig tate killing five persons Tat Dee 17th Sullivan will be tried on a charge on murder tig Mrs Laura Eaton well known social worker who pref erred immorality charges against him in connection with his friendship the young school girl
A total of 201 Carey residents filed income tax returns for 1935, announced from Washington. State returns totaled 397,277 with city figures including Meadville 1,258 Titusville 31 Johnsonburg 187 Ridgway 353 St Marys 440 Franklin 685 Oil City 1,503 Warren 1,203.
Hollywood reports a ten year contract banning strikes by movie actors and producers. The executive committee ratified the deal as major studios signed on. High salary stars gain raises for minor players, while extras from five dollars a day to a quarter of a million yearly cast vote remains pending.
At Langhorne speedway a racing car crash killed three spectators and injured four others. Victims were Anthony Zilkes 19 from Philadelphia Lawr E Tanner 18 from Bristol Pa and Robert Samson 13 from Trenton N J. Injured Francis Piechowsiak 23 Jessie Jacobs 15 Harry Hey 19 all from Philadelphia and Frankie Bailey 22 a racer from New Brunswick N J. Hey and Piechowsiak were near death. The incident began when two boys crossed the track in front of driver Bud Henderson of Akron Ohio who swerved then hit the pedestrians and Bailey crashed through the outer rail.
The Albanian legation in Rome reported today that the revolt in southern Albania had been crushed and suggested former Interior Minister Etem Toto, the rebel leader, had been captured.
May 17 Supreme Court, ending its term, signaled decisions on the constitutionality of unemployment insurance and old age pension portions of the New Deal social security program by June 1. The ruling comes as the court nears the close of its current term.
Reported by the county clerk of courts, the case of Jom B. Hagan is seen as likely to drop the motion for a new trial. Attorney John A. Blackmore indicated the defendant may plead to voluntary manslaughter, with a maximum penalty of 12 years. District attorney officials said no new developments exist, and they will oppose any appeal or motion.
Geo Willim Rosa 19 of Titusville Pa pleaded guilty to stealing 121 letters containing 39 from the Titusville post office where he worked. He was sentenced by Judge F P Schoonmaker to a reformatory term. In Detroit the Brigga Body Corp Meldrum avenue plant closed when 150 maintenance workers struck over wages, halting operations and affecting about 2000 employees. In Erie Pa Harry M Schuwerk 60 died suddenly after a heart attack while riding in an automobile with his wife and daughter.
The Supreme Court approved a Louisiana graduated chain store tax. The ruling permits a tax based on the number of stores, with higher taxes for larger chains. The decision marks a departure from prior rulings that used per store or per location bases.
The hospital auxiliary event on Saturday May 10 raised 165 dollars to fund hospital programs. Proceeds from the sale of mortgage contents to Miss Barbara Ann Keppel Ruth Blaine Nagel and Kathleen Mul support nursing staff and hospital work, with Scouts and local helpers acknowledged for assistance.
Washington May 17 The Supreme Court refused to uphold the windfall tax provisions of the 1986 revenue act and approved a new procedure for those seeking to recover processing taxes. The decision marks the Court’s stance against the challenged tax scheme and clarifies legality of related recovery steps.
Ituly May 17 says Prof Aminta Milani, Pope Pius XII personal physician, ordered the pope to cancel audiences until Wednesday and take much needed rest in Castels Gandolfo. The authoritative report notes the precaution aims to restore health while the pontiff remains under careful medical supervision. The move underscores ongoing health concerns surrounding the papacy and appeal for public patience regarding official engagements.
In a long interrogation, Mrs Tom an testified about the attack on a child case. A juror noted she was in love with a man and believed the children were in the way, claiming to have a complete alibi.
Pittsburg May 17 five of the nation’s largest independent steel companies face pressure as a new union, led by Lewistown and Youngstown locals, demands terms within ten days. The move affects 190 000 of the 500 000 steel workers, with plant operations and key mills across Johnstown Boudehwut and Milan regions under union scrutiny.
A historic gathering in Warren County centers on proposed measures presented by Van Zandt. Veterans groups and local officials from Warren, Forest, Shirton, and surrounding counties voiced support and concerns as the legislature considers actions affecting veterans benefits and county leadership.
Fragmentary report from Montreal details two of a set of quadruplets dying while two boys survive. The surviving siblings are reportedly aided by a parent and medical staff amid unclear circumstances. The text includes garbled phrases about timing and birth but confirms two fatalities and two living infants.
A Meadville institution stance dominated a Titusville Odd Fellows meeting. Delegates from Corry and other towns pressed against consolidating four orphans homes into one or two, arguing it would disrupt Odd Fellowship statewide. The adopted resolution protected the Meadville home as a pioneer facility.
The Supreme Court today granted Elmer Sullivan a review of his conviction on breaking and entering in Erie County after he escaped from Rockview Penitentiary. Sullivan, sentenced to a three to fixed year indeterminate term, was later recaptured. In Butler, Howard Hoover, 22, of Slippery Rock RD 1, was found dead on a highway in a suspected auto crash after his vehicle failed to navigate a turn.
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