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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1939

Page

3

Albion Man to Win Fight for Prison Release

ERIB Oct 13 George Byron Runyon a seventy year old Albion man expected to win his freedom from Western Penitentiary later this month ending a five year fight for release from a life term for slaying his step daughter’s common law husband Santo Garcia in 1934. Runyon killed Garcia with a single rifle shot in the yard of his Albion home after years of trouble and threats. He pleaded guilty later, asserting provocation but was sentenced to life for first degree murder. The case sparked local debate as townsfolk hoped for clemency for their neighbor.

Erib George Byron Runyon Western Penitentiary Santo Garcia Junyon Albion Dudge WP Rossiter Pas- Mone von- Mone Gareth Runyon Flnd Garcia Runyon Huh Towneman Ferely

Irvine Man Named Head of Supervisors

Waris Oct 13 At the 26th financial convention of township supervisors and auditors of Warren county Edward Archbold of Tevine was elected president for the ensuing year succeeding William Quiney of Glade township. Other officers named include Kenneth Way of Ackey vice president Moie Wilcox of Kinga secretary and J Fogle Kinzua treasurer Delegates to the state convention include Charles Sutton of Deerfield Clair Morton of Spring Creek and Archbold with Elmer Peterson of Frethold as alternate

Waris Warren County Court House Edward Archbold Tevine William Qiney Glade Township Kenneth Way Ake~ Jey Mo Ie Wilcox Kinga J Fogle Kinzua Charles Sutton Deerfield Township Clair Morton Spring Creek Township Mr. Archbold Elmer Peterson Frethold Township

British Censor Squalyon Leader Elsdon Sees Photos

A British censor named Squalyon Leader Elsdon, affiliated with the Ministry of Information, is shown in his London office reviewing photographs. The image reflects wartime censorship practices affecting European news reaching the United States.

United States Europe Elsdon London Ministry of Information

Lightning strike shocks Paradise family

A lightning bolt struck near a residence in Mi Seta i Sapa, hurling debris 20 feet and lighting up the home scene as the family believed a fire. It briefly silenced Kegg’s son for several minutes after the blast, and the strike knocked out lights in several nearby houses. Read the Classified Want Ads.

Paradise Cal Mi Seta 'i Sapa Kegg

14th respite expected for Erie slayer

Erie October 14 Paul Ferry, known as the Erie wife slayer, faced a fourteenth possible respite as his execution neared. Pennsylvania had no current executioner after the death of Robert Elliott earlier, and Ferry’s fate hinged on a pardon board hearing next Wednesday which could grant a respite or commutation.

Erie Paul Ferry Pennsylvania Robert Elliott Elliott Ferry State Pardon Board Gover

Erie Youth Awarded 27529 for Injuries

Erie youth Donald Keith Miller, sixteen, was awarded 27529 by a jury led by foreman A I Weet in a city court case against Erlend John Reinheld over injuries suffered on Bay avenue. The verdict covered doctor bills 1529, pain and suffering 2000, future earnings 15000, and parental loss of earning power 8000. City solicitor M Murphy said he would seek a new trial citing adverse publicity and jury reversal.

Erie A. I. Weet Donald Keith Miller John Reinheld Miller Bay Avenue Hirlubt Stywed M. Murghy Wuesday Vic Jory

Sabbath School Assn Convening at McCray Church

District No 6 of the Erie County Sabbath School Association including Corry Union City and vicinity will hold a convention at the McCray Methodist Church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. A full program includes conferences for Children's Work and adult work with speakers for each. All interested in Sunday School work are invited to attend.

Erie County

Blatt Purchases L W Olds Residence On Baset Street

John A Blatt completed the purchase of the former J W Oldswick residence on Baset Smith street this past week. The Blatt family plans to move from their West Congress Street home later this year.

Tewesdae Moerest John A. Blatt J. W. Oldswick Bas} Smith Street Mr. Blatt West Congress Street

Titusville Man Injured In Crash Near Frenchtown

Titusville resident McMillan, 39, was badly injured late Wednesday when his Ford left the roadway on a curve near Frenchtown and overturned. He was taken to Spencer Hospital in Meadville with a serious concussion and scalp lacerations.

Titusvilles Wes McMillan Ford Frenchtown Spencer Hospital Meadville McMillin Thuwihe Jay Meadville

Two Youths Severely Hurt in Explosion

Two youths were severely injured in an explosion at a cleaning plant on Watticburg road about three miles from acre. Victims George Re Langér and Richard W. Sanners, both 29, were treated for serious injuries to their hands and bodies after transporting a coworker to Vincent's hospital.

Erib Gessya Pynny Bisse Auths Ue Washington Cleaners Dyersi Pongern Bailey Watticburg Acre George Re Langér French Street Richard W. Sanners Peach Street Vincent's Howitel Vna Irish Oy Ad Go Vie Canteernis

Murder at Post House: New Manager Shot Dead

A young man killed the new Greyhound Post House manager at the Post House, firing through the chest and dying shortly after. The incident occurred in a signs room of the home in Girard. the assailant then died, and the case is under investigation by local authorities. The victim, Charles A. Clark, recently took over management, replacing Olaf Frisk, as the Greyhound station planned Sunday and holiday offerings and lower rates. The mother and sister, Adina Andrei, had returned to Chicago.

Young Man Self Charles A. Claris Girard Post Home Chares A. Clark Greyhownd Gir Greyhound Best House Maneger Nhl

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