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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1937
Page
1
Fragmentary text hints at Neold planning a visit to Washington and a hospital or town setting. The readable bits mention Neold, a visit, and geographic references, but specifics are unclear.
Washington reports circulated as the day’s final action on the $1.5 billion work relief measure. The White House aims to reverse House earmarks totaling more than $50 million for flood control public works and roads projects. House consideration proceeded as leaders and lawmakers gathered in conference.
May 27 Cleveland reports a strike sponsored by the CIO shuts three major independents including Republic Steel and the Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co. in Ohio and Chicago areas. About 50,000 workers strike over contract demands with protests and picket lines. authorities and unions clash over legality and use of strikebreakers.
A large crowd gathered in East Cleveland as the funeral procession for Rockefeller passed through Buell Avenue toward Lake View Cemetery. Police supervised the crowd of about 300, with floral tributes sent from the street and a ceremonial bearer line leading to the historic Buell avenue cemetery.
The legislature approved a 44 hour week for women in industry with a senate concurrence on house amendments exempting women earning $25 or more from the rule. The bill excludes executive positions and domestic or private charity payrolls. One bill sent to the governor to enact the reform. Two other 44 hour and 8 hour proposals for men and women remained on first reading.
Two union members were beaten by an unidentified man after emerging from cars near a Chrysler plant area along Dix highway. Federal and county authorities launched separate investigations into yesterday’s assault injuring two union workers Albert Nottingham and James Serley were targeted for their union affiliations during the incident.
The city board of education removes a live collector amid a bond dispute and appoints Miss Trem Mullen as treasurer. City and county taxes face collection changes as officials seek to resolve a $20,000 shortfall and set new collection plans.
The Pittsburgh Synod of the Lutheran church hears a resolution urging Lutherans to oppose gambling linked to shows and to seek a moratorium on manditory helm. The committee also favors ending private munition manufacture and curbing military spending. D A Hillstrom of Corry joins Bethesda Orphanage board with G A Benze Erie J J Laver Erie and J A Frederick Saxonburg. earnings at Socony Vacuum Oil rise in first quarter to 12.8 million from 7.16 million last year as John A Brown reports to shareholders.
Mrs. Alzabeth Sample was moved to the Pennsylvania Industrial Home for Women at Muncy to serve an indeterminate sentence for the slaying of John B. Hogan. Reports say the term could run six to twelve years with parole considered after serving about half the maximum. MacDonald to retire from politics in London after long career.
A large gas fire caused extensive damage at a Lamont area store and station complex. The blaze resulted in a loss estimated around fifty thousand dollars with crews containing the flames to protect surrounding structures. No injuries are reported and investigators assess a ruptured pipe as the probable cause.
The article discusses congressional support for a wage minimum and maximum hours bill. It cites General Hugh S. Jobson and notes debate over wartime labor policy. Supporters push for limits on work weeks and compensation, while opponents raise concerns about enforcement and broader economic impact.
The notice details bids and premiums for a $10,000 school bond issue with multiple bidders including Glover & Melinger Pittsburgh and Ki. Choninge ham Co. Pilloures, plus figures for premium amounts and contract proposals discussed at a special meeting.
A severe storm struck the Corry area causing extensive damage in Franklin district. High winds hail and heavy rain disrupted power lines silos and homes, with about ten to fifteen minutes of intense hail and a 40 minute storm total.
Monts Frank reports the Duke of Windom and Mrs Wallis Warfield announcing wedding rehearsals and new rules for their ceremony. In Oklahoma at Lookeba a 13 year old farm wife gave birth to a daughter delivered by Dr A E Berry. mother identified as Mrs R L Beach.
Shadowing of the Monaghan jury was halted today by Judge Willan Fi. McNaugher presiding over the district attorney's arraignment. The proceedings occurred in Plymburgh and involved James A. Reilly of Bayelle as a key participant.
Condra's Drug Store changes hands with W F Miller purchasing the business from the Condra family. Kate Denes Comer Nesqutiations and Miss Mary Condra aided in the transition. The Comyn Doig Bureau notes the store remains a leading local pharmacy of substantial size and expected continued growth.
A chaotic, fragmentary notice reports a fatal three passenger plane crash near Youngstown and Santa Maria with unclear details. The brief mentions victims including Whitney and Lape and references a steel worker strike context and local authorities.
The Pennsylvania Senate backs the full crew train rule on Governor Earle’s demand by a 31 to 17 vote. The measure, opposed by railroad shopmen and carriers but backed by four railway Brotherhoods, faces House concurrence before a signature from Gov. Barre.
Jarence E. Shoop, a Board of Education member, is chosen secretary of the Corry School District for a four year term at 1500 dollars annually starting July 1. The move signals a broad reorganization of district administrative offices.
May 27 Leader reports that oil workers in Mexico City and across the oil fields were ordered to cease work at one minute after midnight tonight in a general strike, halting petroleum production nationwide. Bandits blew a safe near Grampian Pennsylvania today, escaping with over $2,200 in cash and government bonds.
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