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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1934
Page
3
Industrial production figures from the League of Nations show the United States recovering from a low, faster than most, except Japan and Russia. Canada rebounds too and forms part of North American markets. If Americans bounce back quicker, they may rise above others as cycles, not New Deal, shape the economy.
The article discusses Dr. Ellsworth Huntington's view that New England and the northeastern United States offer near optimal climate for health and mental energy, with summer averages around 64 to 70 degrees and milder night frosts. It contrasts English recovery, unemployment measures, and suggestions for public works and old age pensions, while noting the U S. banking system shows resilience with no bank failures this year and paralleled reforms in banking practices and deposit insurance.
Hollywood profile on Ann Dvorak and Leslie Fenton detailing their Hollywood elopement, ranch life in San Fernando Valley, shared interests in art, study plans, and teamwork shaping a new era in film life. Also mentions insurance, bank deposits, and a Legion meeting notice with Sons and Ladies Auxiliary details.
Washington in May endures hotter summer heat as seersucker suits rise from 7.50 to 12.75 dollars, blamed on the NRA. Government buildings push air cooling, with the White House and Commerce and Johnson offices noted. Congress and cafeterias feel the heat as tours show more lawmakers in sunlit seats.
Twenty years ago the Arcade, a new establishment by Moberg and Susten, opened this evening in the Traction building. The Corry Water Supply Company began renewing service lines on streets slated for city paving this summer. A Bowarts League anniversary program was held at Wie M. E. Church. Business improves as BI RR crews plan a ten hour day, six days a week starting Monday. Rev J M Currie of Boston to conduct evangelistic meetings at Cory Baptist Church in early June. N M Lieblein opened a fine new store in the Aster building on West Main Street. The Carniege Hero Fund Commission report lists a Columbus rescue by J Ray Shepherd as Case 791 and details Mary Stevens rescue efforts. Mather, Reed and Auer visited Clymer for a new Odd Fellows lodge opening. Jones Brothers and Wilson's Circus booked for June 2 and posters spread locally.
Mrs Eva Royce wife of George Royce of 511 West Washington street died after a heart attack at her Corry home last evening and passed away about 2 0 o clock this morning. She was sixty eight and had lived in Corry for years. She belonged to His Baptist Church. Survived by husband two sons Carl Goodwill and Jason Goodwill a daughter Mrs Elvira Hillyer and another son Clifford who died last October fifteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Body taken to Davison Funeral Parlors with service to be announced.
Paris notes fashion progress as Philippe et Gaston present a black three piece suit with nylon and cellophane accents and a white pique waistcoat. Marcel Rochas offers a bold black and white check plank skirt suit with leather belt and dramatic sleeves paired with a black quilted hat and suede gloves.
A storm near St Marys caused damage along Hosley Road with a bungalow destroyed and a barn roof damaged by a lightning strike. Tree limbs fell in residential areas while park rodent control plans prompt gas efforts in Kansas City. The Independent Italian American club held a St Edwards hall dinner and dance with about 150 attendees enjoying spaghetti, music by local entertainers, and an afterglow dance into the night. fundraiser proceeds supported the club.
A quirky fashion note discusses bold textile choices for sports clothes. It mentions shiny fabrics and angora blends, suggesting mixed materials may suit tailored outfits. The piece emphasizes texture over traditional function and hints at cell phone accessories influencing fabric choices.
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