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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1935
Page
7
A garbled ad like clipping mentions Chicago, Cleveland, and New York with hints of sports standings and leagues. It references King Polo and a double, plus terms about the American and National leagues, suggesting a shifting baseball season flow and possible team changes.
In Pittsburgh, lightweight Lou Amandsen returned today after a bout with a vacant position in the 1b role, and has been in the lineup since.
Erie county faces about 10.09 million dollars in planned projects including Corry street graveling eight streets and school improvements. The programs await General Assembly approval to access Federal Work Relief funds and related state authorizations. Failure of key bills could forfeit the money and delay work across the county.
Ruth Low, 11, daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry Lowe of DuBois, was hospitalized with bruises and facial and arm cuts after being struck by a car driven by Rev William E Van Dyke of Smethport on Brady Street near the Deposit National Bank. Witnesses say the child stepped from behind a stopped vehicle and darted into the street, while observers blame the child for the crossing.
Tax Collector Bar L Marston sought a delinquent who owed 61 cents in taxes plus eight cents interest. He secured a warrant and the man paid the tax and interest and 1.83 in costs, nearly tripling the amount recovered.
Elmer Berry, 34, convicted of first degree murder in the May 10 slaying of farmer Barton Lepley on Ridge Road. Jury deliberated seven hours nineteen minutes before sentencing with no parole or pardon. District Attorney Mortimer E. Graham urged the electric chair. defense said no appeal will be filed.
A man registered as Robert Smith at the Erse Hotel, 124 N Slo Street, Olean, N C, was found dead in his room on Wednesday afternoon after leaving a note claiming he took morphine to end his life. The 35 year old had written letters to three individuals and had previously attempted suicide in Rochester, NY. A maid had failed to hear from him, and Detective Sergeant Louis Sealise opened the door to find him dead in bed.
Kellogg’s Art Bran is promoted as a ready to eat cereal that provides bulk to aid digestion. The ad claims it supplies vitamin B and iron, resists digestion, and absorbs moisture to form a soft mass that cleanses intestinal waste. Two tablespoons daily are suggested, with doctor consultation if no relief. Made by Kellogg in Battle Creek.
Mrs. Cuen Howard of Colza Pa dies at 7 p m Wednesday aged 85. Survived by two daughters and a son living at home. Funeral held Monday at 2 p m from the home, Lawn Cemetery, with burial at Columbnis.
Mrs. Mary Baugher of 22 Holyday Street, operator of Wim Street restaurant, suffered nose fracture and facial contusions after a man running down the street struck her on the sidewalk Wednesday. She was emerging from a narrow alley when the collision occurred, causing a painful but not serious injury.
St Edward's juniors arrange the annual semi formal prom to be held Monday at the School Hall. George Webers orchestra will provide the music for dancing from 8 to 12. A large crowd is expected at the event for both classes and their guests. In other news, four year old Robert Bouguin sustained a fracture when a tombstone toppled at St Joseph's Cemetery after 6 pm yesterday.
Mr and Mrs John Pitt announce the marriage of their daughter Zoe Rebecca Pitt to Lawrence Nichols son of Mr and Mrs Nichols. Zoe Pitt is a Corry High School graduate. Nichols works at Raymond Manufacturing Company.
Corry Grange No BH will meet to regular session Saturday evening at six o clock sharp in their rooms in the Horn block. A very important question to be discussed and all members are urged to attend. The poll call for the literary hour will be how can we prevent future wars.
A 19 year old domestic in the home of Deputy Prothonotary Harry L Schumacher near East Springfield shot herself in the shoulder with a pistol named as Mary Datski also known as Jarvis. Police pursued her after she fled the Schumacher residence with the weapon and was wounded.
A catalog of assorted toilet articles with prices. Hudnut Creams Woodbury Creams Noxzema Italian Balm Vaseline Hair Tonic Fitches Shampoo Nest Mum Calex Tooth Powder Pepsodent Squibbs Bost Tooth Paste and related prices are shown. The list resembles an advertisement page with multiple brands and cost figures.
Vatican reports Pope Pius XI turning 78 with greetings from cardinals and clergy. Officials note he remains active, continuing duties amid speculation on his pontificate, comparing him with Leo XI and Pius IX in longevity and service.
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