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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1937
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text references an office, possible shooting and taxes but contains many garbled phrases and unreadable names. Unable to determine a clear event, person, or outcome from the readable fragments.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court upheld death sentences for John C. Polens, 35, and Joe Senauskas, 21, in the Colza case linking a plot with Seminis wife to slay Mero Beminuk. Commutation by the state pardon board remains the only hope as appeals cited lack of clemency and alleged judicial promises.
United Press reports Dauphin county court refused to grant an injunction against the November referendum on five proposed constitutional amendments. The decision notes issues of proper advertisement and expedites an appeal, with further reasoning to follow in an issued opinion.
CHINESE NOW PREPARE FOR CHIEF ATTACK Chinese troops with big guns and munitions trains crowd roads west of Shanghai as they mass for a gigantic offensive. Reports say Japanese plans aimed at striking first, but Chinese muster grows stronger with field guns and armament trains choking the muddy roads amid persistent rains.
A Philadelphia press report says Meadville volunteers received a $75 prize during the Crawford County Firemen’s parade as part of the Pennsylvania State Firemen’s convention. McKeesport was later allowed to keep its $75 prize after officials admitted the Meadville award was an error amid questions of geography and recognition.
Mrs Aby Huscett, age 10, is in serious condition after a hit and run accident near Pres BRIPa. She was injured when struck by a vehicle while riding at night as a result of an infusion treatment underway at the time. Authorities are investigating the crash and the condition remains critical.
United Press reports Europe faces a grave crisis as Britain and France seek direct talks on withdrawal of foreign volunteers from Spain. Italy denies policy, while Loyalists accuse Rome of planning aggression and even gas attacks. France may open frontier for arms and volunteers, prompting a united diplomatic effort.
Indianapolis October 8 police protection was ordered to restore normal milk deliveries after a breakdown in the milk drivers dispute. Leon C. Coller, administrator of the state milk control board, announced the resumption of deliveries with police aid to maintain order.
Reports say Italy pledged sympathy for Japan in its China campaign while the United States and Britain plan forthcoming consultations among signatories of the nine power treaty. Preliminary talks between officials indicate active U S participation, with possible venues including The Hague Paris Geneva Locarno or Lausanne.
City Council plans to name a successor to late assessor McCray within ten days to finish 1987 assessment work and sit with the board of revision and appeal. City Solicitor Kincaid said appointment should be immediate rather than postponed. Several candidates are under consideration as the Lexrey annual court and appeal loom.
A Pennsylvania couple David G Knobel, 80, and Mrs Josephine Wright, 24, were found unconscious in a car on a highway near Cowanda. Troopers said they had taken large quantities of drugs and were near death at Townsend Hospital. Knobel formerly resided in Warren, Pa.
A 72 year old Erie man identified as Maher died after falling 15 feet from a ladder at his work site. He sustained fatal injuries and was found by a janitor when a burglar alarm system showed a missing regular check.
Allan Spencer was elected commander of Archie Thompson Post No 261 VFW at a Washington street meeting. Other officers named included Kenneth Jones as senior vice commander and W B Phillips as junior vice commander. Delegates to the northwestern county council were chosen. a smoker and lunch followed. Tastalla tion ceremonies were announced for the near future.
Titusville High holds a 6-0 lead over Carry High at halftime on the junior high field. A Garry 20 yard fumble recovery set up a visitor touchdown as the period closed.
At Jno L Taylor tomato ranch two cooks were jailed after 3 workers died and 13 more were critically ill from eating poisoned pancakes. The batch used powdered spider venom allegedly delivered to a crew of 30 in temporary field structures. Deputy Sheriff Garrison gave no clear statement on charges beyond negligence while investigators seek motive and confirm identities of the deceased and vict ims.
Centerville crossing crash leaves Clarence Briggs and Herbert Tyler in serious condition at Titusville City Hospital. Railroad authorities pursue the cause as BE 2 train from Buffalo to Pittsburgh derailed the track and wreckage spread across the rails.
A 10 year old mother, four days after receiving a broken check in an automobile accident, was expected to recover. Dr. C J Misher was asked to chronicle the case for a medical journal. Doctors said it may be the only recorded instance combining these unusual events.
The Giants beat the Yankees 7 to 3 at Polo Grounds for their second win in the 1937 World Series. Hadley endured a rough day as Giant bats struck early and often on a chilly October afternoon.
A fragmented box score summarizes a Giants vs Yankees game with DiMaggio, Gehrig, and Danning contributing RBI and hits. Hubbell wins for the Giants while Hadley takes the loss. Base runners, double plays, and omit errors noted amid messy OCR text.
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