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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1936
Page
5
A passenger described the man beside the driver with a bandaged hand and another suspected gunman in the rear seat, while the driver appeared nervous. Hayward informed Chief Flanigan and police, who contacted the Erie state forces barracks for verification. no conclusion yet.
Personal mentions record numerous visitors and guests at homes and social events in Winton City, Cambridge Springs, Panam, Meadeville, and Corry. Mentions include Mrs. Lloyd Megrdink, Dr. and Mrs. R B Mosler, A L Foater, M J Purell, Rotary Club meeting attendees, and many local residents traveling or visiting during the period.
Jose Antonio Primo de Rivera son of Spain's former dictator was executed by firing squad at 7:30 a.m. in the prison yard. The execution followed a court martial that found him guilty of treason. only a handful of Loyalist army witnesses attended.
The court sent the case back to the Public Service Commission for further hearing after a testimony. The commission delayed action for years while Ugi company raised rates to 75 cents per thousand cubic feet. Borough officials and state officials visited Harrisburg about four years prior to the decision, which found no power to force rate cuts. The PSC noted the 10 cent rate would stand despite efforts to secure voluntary reductions by the gas company.
Two people died in Erie street crashes with drivers cited. At 6 30 pm near 26th and Hobley arrests Hubert Arnold 72 of 2644 Hazet Start walked into a car driven by Joseph Backer 719 to 24th Street, died at St Vincent's Hospital. A second crash at 9 16 pm on Piry streets injured Michael Mowrey 45 of 627 West 3rd Street who died at Hampton Hospital.
An installation ceremony at a junior high school named officers for the upcoming term. Officers included president Dicke Onn, vice president Ruth Bush, secretary Helen Beckwith, treasurer Kirk Linihers, lunch squad leader Dorothy Bigelow, and boys homeroom squad leader Thomas Varasso. Superintendent R. E. Dewey addressed the assembly.
State College, Pa, Nov 20. Financial problems tied to state and local government will be discussed at a meeting of city officials and state lawmakers. The agenda includes social security, pensions, and proposals for ideal government, as described by H. J. Alderfer.
Corry couple Olin and Miss Williams wed last evening at Revock, Clymer, N Y. officiating pastor V S Thompson. Groom’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Olin attended. Miss Williams wore brown gown. Groom, a 194? Corry High graduate, is employed at the Ryerson Manufacturing Co. They plan to reside on Northable Street after returning from their honeymoon.
Funeral services for Robert Purdy were conducted yesterday at Bracken-Beat Funeral Chapel with Rev. Wy Ay Johns officiating assisted by Adjutant Sullivan of the Salvation Army. Interment followed at Finn Grove Cemetery. Bearers from the city included A. G. Boatiethwait and Jess Guignen with attendance from Utica and Wilkinsburg among mourners.
Reverend Victor Al. Thompson, pastor of the M. E. Chapel in Clymer New York, died suddenly at his home. Born March 19 1876 he studied at Ashville Sugar Grove Purdue and served in Ashville Panama and Clymer. He is survived by his wife five children and a brother. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
New York reports on market talk of government relaxation for utilities and railroads, potential expansion, and a backlash from the Securities and Exchange Commission over membership liquidity. Traders weigh surcharges, rail freight increases, and industry responses amid volatile prices and shifting liquidity.
United Press reports a choppy trading session in New York with bonds pulling back after a long rise, while many corporations announce higher or extra dividends and wage increases. Automotive and retail figures show strength. 1935 week data cited. many major issues listed with mixed moves and several large names mentioned.
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