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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1932
Page
1
Corry voters face a last registration push as parties mobilize for the November balloting. Registration hours are 7 to 9 am, 1 to 2 pm, and 7 to 10 pm with the mayoral vote and Senate race cited as incentives for turnout.
Alfred E. Smith and Franklin D. Roosevelt exchanged a handshake in Albany signaling a end to their feud ahead of the November election. Smith praised Roosevelt and urged support for a national Democratic ticket while Lehman seeks governor's post under the united front.
Charles Geiger secretary of the Jory School District was struck by an automobile at the North Center Street and Park Place intersection while walking to a Masime fraternity meeting. He suffered severe bruises but is not believed to be seriously injured and was confined to bed for evaluation.
The Court of Appeals postponed for at least 24 hours its decision on an appeal seeking to restrain a special mayoralty election set for November 8. The delay was to allow further deliberation by interests representing incumbent Mayor Joseph V Mekkes.
Uniontown Pa Oct 5 The bonus expeditionary force re elected Walter W Waters national commander to push for immediate payment of the bonus. Delegates from multiple states attend a three day convention with George Kleinholz as national contact officer and Hoke Smith nominated for a key post. A 22 veteran committee drafts the constitution for consideration today.
Ben H. Spence, a Toronto journalist, told Allegheny College students that state liquor dispensaries would not end the saloon or private liquor traffic. He argued the Quebec system does not abolish public drunkenness or government control of intoxicants.
In San Francisco on October 5, artist Howard Chandler Christy filed two municipal court suits to collect a $9,500 fee for portraits of Miss Joan Diehl heiress and her mother Mrs Frances Diehl. The sitters recently moved from Pittsburgh and sat for portraits about a year ago. Christy’s attorneys filed the actions.
Charles C. Deming, 75, of Jamestown, was struck by a car driven by Mrs. J. B. Allen while walking along the highway near Harborcreek. He died at Hamet hospital from a fractured skull. An envelope found on his clothing identified him as Deming’s son.
Washington October 5 Speaker John N Garner Democratic presidential candidate today challenged President Hoover's Des Moines speech alleging the president blocked measures that would have freed captives. Garner said Hoover’s past promises show either sincerity or ability to keep them.
Kane automobile salesman identified as Unica Frese Keane is mortally wounded after a dispute with his wife Bertha. Police hold Bertha as investigators search the scene a ditch near their residence two blocks from home. The man remained unconscious eight hours after the shooting as doctors said one bullet pierced his brain and he had a chance for recovery.
Four men were reported drowned when the freighter John J Boland of the American Steamship Line foundered off Barcelona Newfoundland while en route to Hamilton Ontario. Fifteen crewmen were rescued from the sunken vessel with names of the dead not yet available.
Chicago dispatch says a U S attorney telegraphed Toronto police to arrest Martin J Insull now in Canada on Cook County indictment linked to the Insull Utilities collapse. Insull arrived in Toronto and avoids reporters while rumors spread of legal firm consultations and possible extradition.
New York October 5 Henry F Moor juror in the Davis federal lottery case paid a 100 fine for contempt after he visited the defense chief Friday night and accused an alternate juror of prejudicing the defense, a mistrial was caused by the action.
In Philadelphia William Allen 21 brother of Edward H B Allen, acquitted killer of their sister's sweetheart, was arrested on charges of driving an automobile while intoxicated. William Winter Allen 18, who testified against the deceased at the Nortstown murder trial, refused to aid his younger brother when he was unseated.
President Hoover toured Des Moines delivering a three-part address on the gas standard economic crisis and Democratic policies. He praised administration efforts and outlined plans for national rehabilitation with a focus on agriculture as he heads back to Washington amid strong crowds and renewed optimism.
A car full of bandits swept into Galena at daybreak and robbed the Bank of Galena after binding a cab driver. Three hours later about 3500 dollars in currency was found discarded on a highway as police chased a suspected gang heading toward Steubenville.
Corry Erie and Warren officials return from Harrisburg after informal talks with the Public Service Commission seeking relief from high gas rates before winter bills rise. A follow up conference will include the utility counsel and consumer lawyers to advance a rapid settlement and possibly restore a 1919 level rate.
Hensley of Meadville, a railroad supervisor on the ice railroad, suffered serious injuries when his motor car collided with another between Miller’s Station and Cambridge Springs. The other car halted and occupants fled on foot. Hensley was taken to Meadville hospital. medical staff had not yet determined his condition early today.
Chester's Harry Robinsart is elected president of the Firemen Association of Pennsylvania at Lancaster convention while Lock Haven is chosen for the 1933 meeting. Key officials include Andrew Paulson and Charles Craker representing the Stanford Hose Company.
Americans in Japan fear worsening ties between Washington and Tokyo as rhetoric on Far East policy repeats. They expect State Department clarity on policy after Stimson critique of Japanese Manchuria moves and Admiral Pratt's Pacific stance, amid mixed home and abroad reactions.
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