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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1931

Page

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State Legislature Convenes Monday Red Cross Drive Here

Corry resident Pasquale Renzi operated the car that struck 17 year old Jack Harvey of Conneaut Lake, killing him instantly near Linesville Friday night. Meadville state patrols investigate as Harvey’s body is taken to a local funeral home.

RED Cross Drive Pasquale Renzi Corry Jack Harvey Linesville Pasquale Rens Struick Corneaut Lake W. ©. Byham Meadville Conneaut Lake Linesville-Conneaut Lake Duck Harvey Paaquale Renzi Arthur Huitchison Tiuaville Joe Powall Erie Harvey R. W. Peterson Inyo Brothers

Navy League report on Hoover expected to favor president

Washington dispatch reports a forthcoming Navy League inquiry summary likely to clear President Hoover. John Hays Hammond, chairman, says the document will be voluminous and address Navy League charges point by point while withholding broader White House disclosures. The inquiry seeks to refute Jesrue President Gertriner’s claim that the administration’s economic program will starve the newer establishment.

Hoover Navy League John Hays Hammond Committee of Inquiry Cori White House

North Corry woman injured after car strike on Center Street

Mrs. Ella Merrick, 74, of 1030 North Center street, was hit by a northbound car driven by William J. Johnson of Wilcox while leaves were being raked. She suffered a compound fracture, severe scalp wounds, and other injuries and was taken to Corry hospital in serious condition, Johnson citing impaired vision from lights and weather.

Hee Ella Merrick North Center Street Corry Hospital William J. Johnson Wilcox Center Street Johnson Garienese Ryemer

Girl 12 Held Prisoner in Closet Four Years

Washington dispatch reports a 12-year-old girl named Halts Riley rescued from a ventilated closet prison where she lived for four years. Her father Lester N. Riley and stepmother Eisle Riley were arrested on charges of cruelty to children. Doctors describe severe malnutrition and marks of prolonged abuse.

United Press Washington Gallinger Hospital Halts Riley Lester N. Riley Eisle Riley Dset Riley

Donation Day Set for Corry Hospital on November 18

Corry Hospital directors announced November 18 as Donation Day to collect canned goods fruit and vegetables with funds also gratefully received. A committee was named to organize soliciting efforts with residents of rural areas and contributing territories urged to assist. The board reported October service days for patients and discussed building repairs coal purchases furnace maintenance and related routine matters.

Corry Hospital Mias Bartlett

Plans Made for One Day Red Cross Drive in 1931 Corry

Corry's 1931 Red Cross Roll Call is set for Friday November 11. The campaign, led by Milan Brown, aims for a city wide one day drive with canvassing at homes and businesses. National goal is 500 memberships to fund local relief efforts. 400 pairs of shoes and rubbers were purchased previously for needy children, and clergy and service clubs are mobilized with a film “The Symbol of Mercy” shown at Rex theatre to promote support.

Corry Red Cross Committee of Workers Milan Brown Yeserday

Demand 25000 for Man's Release Shocked City

Police announced a note demanding $25000 for the release of Alexander Berg a wealthy fur dealer who was reported kidnapped last night. The note was received by his wife Mrs Gertrude Berg with no details given about how or when the ransom would be delivered.

ST. Louis Alexander Berg Gertrude Berg

Naval planes carry guests to wedding at Franklin

Two naval combat planes landed in Franklin after forced landing at DuBois due to snow. They carried Ebaliah Iberia Hirsch and four cousins of Charts en iets pe married today. Basige Countryman noted Lieutenants Wildman and Baril. The planes reportedly returned to Philadelphia yesterday.

Franklin DuBois Enow Ebaliph Mberia Hirsch Basige Wildman Baril Pasiadelphia Yester Giny

Corry Assemblyman Drifts Toward Harrisburg Session

John H. King of Corry, representative of the third district, will travel Sunday to Harrisburg for the social session convened by Governor Pinchot to craft unemployment relief. His trip includes a Rochester stop where his wife will visit relatives. Legislative factions split over funding methods with calls for economy and existing revenues versus 16 point plan including extra taxes and bond issues. The session aims to decide relief strategies as lawmakers debate financing and spending amid the statewide unemployment crisis.

John H. King Third Assembly Harasburg Gifford Pinchot King Rochester Harrisburg Pennsylvania Simultanrouusly Finchot Pinchot

Nation Mourns Caraway Leading Arkansas Senator Dies

Arkansas statesman Thaddeus H. Caraway dies suddenly in St. Vincent's hospital after a postoperative illness. Funeral services planned for Jonesboro, his home, early next week with Vice President Curtis and Senator Robinson coordinating federal and local arrangements. Caraway served ten years in the Senate after two terms in the House, and his death prompts widespread tributes from drought relief advocates and fellow lawmakers.

Arkansas St. Vincent's Hospital Jonesboro Charles Curtis Joseph T. Robinson Planto Garaway Curtis Robinson Caraway Congress Senate Tarmera Rebin

Election battle narrows as canvasses expected today

Hanley and Densmore claim victory in county offices as final official canvass by the board of county commissioners is due at 4 PM. Republicans James Wilson and Walter Stroble lead or contest in prothonotary and coroner races with narrow margins amid last Tuesday's tallies. The official results will settle whether Densmore or Hanley claiming the prothonotary and coroner seats.

Dor Wensmores Cner Dan Hanley Board of County Commissioners James Wilson Densmore Hanley Walter G. Stroble

Seven Hurt In Lehigh Express Wreck At Johnstown

Seven men were injured and one critically when the last eastbound Lehigh Express of the Pennsylvania Railroad derailed near Johnstown, crossing two tracks and crashing into a westbound freight. All cars derailed and five empty coal cars were knocked off the rails, one plunging 40 feet into the Conemaugh river.

Reese Johnstown Pennsylvania Here Comemaugh River

Corry Officer Assigned to Pennsylvania Relief Camp

Capt W S Houghte of Company A Pennsylvania National Guard will depart for Normalville to supervise an unemployment camp and aid Governor Pinchot s relief program. A second camp is planned at Bentleyville amid local opposition and protests from business leaders and lawmakers.

Corry W. S. Houghton Normalville W. S. Houghte Company A Pennnsylvania National Guard Capaci Pinchot Houghtom Amp Adj David I. Davis Arpled Ployment Pennsylva Bentleyville James Z. Heffran The Charleroi Chalpher of Commerce

Appeal for Shoes and Footwear to Help Needy Community

Police report shoes and footwear supply exhausted. Chief Rupersburg asks Journal to urge donations for the needy. Heavy demand in past week. On hand supply is listed. Residents with old shoes or rubbers should bring them to the police station or call for pickup.

Ruppersburg The Journal

Relief Board Unveils New Plan of Operation

The Cay Relief Fund committee adopts a new law of operation with five commissions under strict supervision by the central group. Investigation, fuel and shelter, food and health, shoes and clothing, and coordination will govern relief disbursement to maximize efficiency and prevent duplication.

Cay Relief Fund Ts Worl Clos Cenwat Group Hammond Howard Rogers Flies Desmond Brown Johnson Sheen Auer Start

Demaio Sentenced to 10 to 20 Years in Murder Case

Smethport reports indicts Demaio convicted of second degree murder in the Al Ritchie killing. He was denied a new trial and sentenced to 10 to 20 years in the Western penitentiary. Ritchie perished in Bradford. Hitchle died shortly after. Deniaio and Maccio were involved in the fatal shooting incident. Mrs. S. B. Mudge returned to Portland after a brief business visit in Une city.

Smethport Nortenio Loréngo Demaio al Ritchie Bradford Western Penitentiary Deniaio Frndford Toy Maccio 5. B. Mudge Portland Une City

Strong Note Puts Pressure on Japan and China in Manchuria

League of Nations President Aristide Briand sends a third strong note to Japan and China urging immediate command-level steps to halt fighting along the Nanni river. The note signals growing alarm over Manchuria clashes and possible sanctions or diplomatic withdrawals. Japanese forces push near the Chinese Eastern Railroad as Soviet interests loom, while Chinese troops retreat and prepare for new actions. Diplomats in Tokyo await replies to Stimson’s peace assurances as Manchuria’s conflicts intensify.

Nanni River China Henry Wooo United Press Geneva Aristide Briand League of Nations Council Japan Manchuria League Far East Briand Nonai Mukden Ma Chaniam Husilpugiang Ma Chanshan Anganchi South Manchuria Soviet Russia Tsitsthar Itun Kunchuling Tokio Nonat River Stimson O&fite Baron Shillebara

Dirigible Alcon to Visit Pittsburgh in November

The Navy Department announced that the 206 dirigible Alcon will visit Pittsburgh on November 1, Ariaisesse Day. The route will depend on local weather conditions and operational factors affecting its flight path.

Pittsburgh United Press Washington Navy Department

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