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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1933

Page

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Senate Quiz Extended to All Markets Investigation widened to all brokers and markets

United Press reports that the Pecora inquiry has expanded to include every securities broker in the United States and all markets, with about 60 exchanges contacted. The effort aims to compile full trading particulars across large and small markets, despite initial New York exchanges’ reluctance to circulate the questionnaire.

Lyle Wilson United Press Washington United States Ferdinand Pecora Pivora Pecora New York Stock Exchange Sfart Stock Exchange Daa Chase National Bank

Police Chief May Be Called In Chester Case

Chief of Police John Varice of Chester may be summoned to testify in the government probe of a reputed protection ring alleged to operate in Delaware County. After a week under guard he appeared voluntarily for a conference with Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Stoney. A Monday grand jury appearance could follow to address jury tampering and perjury in the McClure conspiracy trial. Varice may then be questioned about the Chester ring and its ties to local political figures.

United Press Philadelphia John Varice Chester Delaare Joha J. McClure Vance U.S Michael Stoney Vaocé McClar

Government Boosts Gold Price by 12 Cents Overnight

Washington reports the government raised the price of American gold to 83.20 per ounce, an overnight increase of 12 cents. London and world prices edged higher with the London rate quoted at 180 1% pench, and exchanges indicating a shift in value to about 382.18 per ounce.

United Washington Lopa Fon London

Red Cross Drive Appeals for Community Support

The Corry chapter launches a citywide Red Cross drive to recruit volunteers and members. W S Houghton chairs the 1933 effort as organizers complete plans to begin Monday morning and engage every man and woman in the community in supporting the humanitarian work of the Red Cross and its relief responses.

Red Cross W. S. Houghton Asy Amuss Red Cross Corry

Iron Hand To Rule Quelling Cuban Revolt

Havana dispatch reports a court martial of 34 air corps rebels inaugurating Iron repression in Cuba. The Gran San Martin government closes theatres and cinemas, enforces curfews, and deploys snipers and soldiers. President Grau warns journalists against anti-government articles while airlines must give flight notices near the palace area. Leaders propose death penalty for three identified rebels and 6 to 12 year terms for others.

Air Corps Tron Crau San Martin Lawrence S.haas United Press Havana Gran San Martin Ramon Grau San Martin Basilio Gonzalez Homobono “Rodrigues Alejo Sanchez

Funds Allotted for New Kane Post Office

Old Press reports the Works Administrator Tekes announced late yesterday that 16,678,675 dollars have been allotted for constructing 287 public buildings. The total federal buildings planned under treasury and public works funds rises to 389, costing 53,020,944 dollars. Post offices listed include Emporivry 56,540 dollars, Philipsboro 61,780 dollars, Clarion 5,250 dollars, Mount Pleasant 72,500 dollars.

Tekes The Treasury Public Works Pennsylvania Emporivry Philipsboro Clarion Mount Plesaint Westmoreland County Hane

Slaved for Children Acquitted of Murder in Pittsburgh

A mid dle aged woman who slaved to support three young children was acquitted by a jury of murder after testifying she acted in self defense when her second husband attacked her with a knife following an orgy over money and a purchase of a toy for his daughter. The verdict reunites her with her family as gifts from the first husband’s daughter’s custody remained a point of contention.

Pittsburgh Waa Mots Levert Wien

Storm Blocks Meeting of Township Taxpayers

Snow and closed roads kept Concord and Wayne townships taxpaying property owners from assembling at the Municipal building. Only a handful attended as discussion on county assessments proceeded. another meeting may be held later, date to be announced.

Concord Wayne Dale Owen

Donation Day for Hospital Set for November 18

The Corr y hospital and Ladies Auxiliary announce a Donation Day on November 18 to collect canned fruit and vegetables. Volunteers in each ward coordinate donations, with pickup arranged at the hospital or delivery by donors. The event aims to support hospital operations amid revenue shortfalls and invites farmers and residents to participate.

Corry Hospital Emort Joseph Galenon P. G. Wood C. G. Alexander Olin W. Bracken

Official returns reverse result in Pittsburgh district

Official returns in the third legislative district reversed earlier unofficial results. Peter W. Murphy, Republican, appears set to win while Democrat Thomas Gonley is indicated as victor in another section. A special clerical push aimed to certify results for a Monday special election, with State Senator James J. Coyne reported as winning, and Wiltshire B. Cisfingher, Republican, certified in the second district.

United Press Pittsburgh Oday Peter W. Murphy Thomas Gonley Charles T. Dwyer Janes J. Coyne Wiltim J. Cisfingher Aio

Controversial Proposals Stir Pennsylvania Prep Session

Governor Pinchot outlines 18 paragraphs of proposed topics for the special session, with vigorous debate anticipated on liquor control measures and state stores. Major items include old age pensions, unemployment insurance, road improvements, and state takeovers, to be weighed after liquor policy talks conclude.

Ross Downing United Press Harrisburg Tay Pinehol General Assembly Ligtiow Pennsylvania Goysmor Pinchot

Grand jury lists five Corry cases for November session

The Corry grand jury met to consider five of 38 cases for November court. Leading the list is a murder conspiracy case involving Lynn Sloan and Mrs Hatta Dawley Luther over the murder of an elderly husband for his $8,000 policy. Other cases include B. Wilcox linked to a chicken theft, Granger Bates charged with v erency in a car theft on the Sejota road, Walter Holdwell cited for a violation after a crash near Bear Lake, and a postscript of additional local charges in Corry County.

Athensi Tré Toni Lynn Sloan Hatta Dawley Luther T H Taltern B. Wilcox Nowr MN Ahicken Casey Granger Bates Sejota Road Corry Walter V. Holdwell Bear Lake Mysford Willain George Wikowale Esau Johhn Corey Contey Nfl Ehecica

Assemblyman King to Head to Harrisburg for Special Session

Hale Assemblyman John H. King will leave Sunday night for Harrisburg to join Erie County's delegation at the State Capitol for a special session. He favors liquor tax reform yielding revenue for distressed schools and old age pensions, arguing current provisions suffice without higher taxes.

Hale John H. King Harrisburg Rep. King Erie Rapital

Roosevelt Heads Armistice Day Homage at Unknown Soldier Tomb

President Roosevelt led Armistice Day ceremonies at Arlington Cemetery bowing before the tomb of the unknown soldier. Captain Vernou and Colonel Watson stood with him as wreaths were placed, Mrs Roosevelt contributing chrysanthemums. Army bugles sounded taps to close the solemn observance.

Arlington Cemetery United Press Washington Roosevelt Soller Apiington Cemetery America Walter D Vernou Col Bawit M Watson Vernon Roose Arlington

Escaped to see mother in Norristown tragedy

In Norristown on November 11, Stanley Cilewinski, 28, of Swadosburg, fled after a highway robbery incident at a wall near the Montgomery county person. He was wounded, returned to his mother where he was detained. He faced pending trial.

Norristown Sof dl Stanley Cilewinski Swadosburg Moeitgorm Wry County Belmi Wea Triad Jiu Chineinsei

Ford Wins Skirmish With NRA In Government Bids

Comptroller General McCarl ruled Ford automobile dealers may bid on government auto contracts even though Henry Ford has not signed the code of fair competition. The ruling was conveyed to the secretaries of commerce and agriculture after a request involving two bids from the Northwest Motor Company of Bethesda Maryland.

United Press Washington McCarl Ford Automobile Dealers Henry Ford McGarr Secretaries of Commerce and Agriculture Northwest Motor Company Bethesda

Evade police repeat demand for big ransom

Brooke Hart kidnapping case leads to renewed police pursuit after captors demand 34000, then 40000 dollars. Alex Hart, hotel and department store owner, receives a letter and a phone call from men claiming to hold his son Brooke, 22, a San Jose executive. The note, delivered by an unidentified girl, warns that failure to pay will invite harm. The family is urged to keep police away and to follow later instructions for money drop.

United Press San Jose Cal Brooke Hart San Jose Businees Alex Hart Yart Brooke Hart Srg

Corry Elks Set National Armistice Day Broadcast

Corry Elks join a nationwide Armistice Day observance aired across the Columbia network tonight from 10:80 to 11:00. The program features a vocal celebration and remarks by Grand Exalted Ruler Waltar Meier and others including President Foosegal and Senator Gankeel, with participation by local officials.

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Snow Storm Buries Western Pennsylvania In Deep Snow

Early November weather records were shattered by a severe snowstorm across western Pennsylvania. A blanket of snow 7 feet deep fell in some towns, with roads iced and traffic halted. In Warren, 12 inches fell as plows and tow trucks aided, while Corry and Bearlake faced worse conditions. Reports note 20 inches in Crawford County and widespread navigation difficulties as emergency crews responded to stranded motorists and a woman found unconscious after wandering in the cold.

Pennsylvania Umda L. H. Klock Wellsboro Paul ©. Lyons Union City Klock Rockne Lyons Emin Guy Warren Highway Department Corry Bearbake Oil Cty Heston Heights Nam Zecret Oniy O Sferick Hasgon Park Tisnds Syoman Meadville Crawford County Pranklin State Highway Department

Grieg Flier Delayed By Lakewood Wreck

A Grieg airliner was delayed after a wreck near Lakewood crippled operations. Syn Sore of rin Hoek and the aestigin Cttee Fret reported injuries, with several crew members and passengers listed as crippiloe victims.

Grieg Flier Lakewood Ericle Indy

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