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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1932
Page
6
A group of 500 hunger marchers bivouacked near Detroit march toward Washington in trucks and cars. They plan to arrive for the opening session of Congress on December 5, seeking a new code to govern truck operation and signaling leaders’ calls to pressure lawmakers.
Dr Baird delivered a lecture at the Woman's Club on North Street about the Manchurian crisis and the world dilemma. He argued the need for strong treaties and united action, praising the mutual aims of the allied powers. The program also listed upcoming meetings and performances at the clubhouse, including a December violin recital with Miss Pequig Nol and other artists.
Final rites for Walter Kinley were held Tuesday at 2:39 PM at Immanuel Episcopal Church with Rev. G Stanley West officiating. A large gathering attended from the Kinley home at 504 East South Street and nearby communities before the body was escorted to Pine Grove Cemetery for burial. Bearers included James Sullivan Roy Kirkerson Wremat Courteen Walter Craker Barry Gexantue and Dopaid Barry.
November passes with the small game season closing today. Paul Mauld of Euclid Street is recovering from a head wound after a stray lead pellet grazed the top of his head near Fourth Ward. The incident, described as a narrow escape, followed days of citywide gunfire concerns.
Pennsylvania regulates trucking with a new code drafted by the Public Service Commission. Effective January 15, the rules affect 11,000 to 25,000 trucks, outlining four classes, route limits, schedules, and insurance requirements. The commission notes debate over common carriage and cites court rulings. Miss Nelle Racke returns to Erie after a visit.
The Phalanx group of Titusville plans basketball and bowling teams for this winter. The league will be intercity, including Oil City Franklin Meadville Corry Erie Titusville and probably Union City, forming a regional fraternity league.
The seven members of the Historical Circle met yesterday and, after roll call, shared personal experiences under Believe It or Not. Mrs. George Jones of New York attended and recorded a sketch of her travels. Mrs. McElroy summarized The War Debt Issue and Mrs. S. Ry Lewis presented The Supreme Court, its government role and early justices. The session closed with a chapter reading from Uncle Sam's Attic by Mrs. Howard.
The Pennsylvania Council of Churches reaffirmed its opposition to repealing the 18th amendment and adopting beer and light wine legalization. Dr Robert Bagnel Harrisburg warned that hell will break loose if repeal occurs while officers including Rev. Dr. P. W. Sayer of Pittsburgh were re elected. The body also discussed Sunday blue laws.
Harrisburg reports court injunctions crippled the Senate Inquiry into the Public Service Commission. The committee proceeded, planning new strategy as it faces subpoenas for financial records from Commissioner S. Ray Shelby, union official James Benn, and Walter Wire while a court order blocks demand for security documents from multiple power companies. A separate case challenges the committee’s legality, after a $100,000 indemnity issue. The panel, led by Senator William Rial, prepared to reconvene in the Senate caucus room as Blanche Osborn visits West Smith Street.
Fr Gilling reports a vast hunter migration to Pennsylvania for the opening of the deer season amid optimistic prospects and strong camp activity among lodge crews. Observers split on deer abundance, noting herd fluctuations and past protection changes shaping this year’s hunt.
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