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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1933
Page
1
A historical note reports Premier’s foreign policy outline with plans suggesting a French stance and Germany’s possible return to the League, amid broader regional speculation. The item hints at shifting alliances and upcoming moves in early diplomatic headlines.
United Press reports Secretary of Labor Perkins says September saw more than 620,000 persons returned to work across 17 industries. The payroll rose by about 10.0 million dollars weekly, marking the sixth straight monthly payroll and employment increase and placing factory payrolls near October 1931 levels.
In Berlin on Oct 17, two Nazis who assaulted American Roland Welz in Dusseldorf were sentenced to six months in prison. The sentences were announced as Ambassador William Dodd met with Chancellor Hillier to discuss the incident, with US officials condemning the assault as part of a pattern against Americans. Baron von Neurath pledged prompt remedy amid US claims the attackers were Hitler’s Storm Troopers.
Announcement from Corry-Viet headquarters states a woodlot has been set on the Paul Blakeslee farm between Corry and Spartansburg. Arrangements exist for cutting wood there, with details obtainable from Miss Whitnley at the Municipal Building. Bronze tablets marking the Portage Superior route of 1660 will be set by the Vie Superior Garden Crab in bolders.
Recovery officials weigh three issues shaping the national labor code drive. A master retail code would affect about 1.5 million stores and 4.5 million workers, with a proposed shift from cost plus 10 percent to banning sales below cost. Debate pits High Johnson against relief officials and NRA economists over price disparities and farm retail balance.
London reports Sir John Sim on returning from Geneva denounced Baron You Neurath s explanations of Germany s withdrawal from the arms conference as untruthful and charged that Germany s armament policy was distorted in transmission from London to Washington. Sim urged no public quarrel with Neurath and supported cautious diplomacy despite blunt language used.
In Paris Daladier defended France against Hitler's broadcast. His chamber address drew a 470 to 120 confidence vote for his cabinet amid calls to press for disarmament talks. He posed three questions to Hitler on armaments and inspections. The speech bolstered France’s resolve to uphold the existing security setup.
Claremont New Hampshire area reports a second fatality from a university vehicle crash. Charles E. Vincent 18 Geneseo New York died from skull injuries after the car carrying Dartmouth College students tumbled into a gully early Sunday. Richard Yates Picketing 19 Detroit grandson of former Illinois Governor was killed instantly. Paul B. Lyne Yonkers New York and Elmer Hy Cook Cheyenne Wyoming were injured. Dr Alter Wilson Rucheatey New York, a surgeon, assisted at the scene. The accident involved a group of students in a car crash following a meeting with a tree and ensuing plunge.
In Allegheny County, 47 year old Paul W. Ryan, clerk in the prothnotary's office, is at the center of reform talk. Details mention political figures and a shift in local governance as residents discuss changes and ongoing efforts to modernize county procedures.
A United Press survey projects three states may back repeal on November 7 with Utah and Kentucky among likely supporters. Drys mobilize strong campaigns led by Alvin York and Dr Charles Burt while Postmaster General Farley plans speeches. Results are expected to be tight as voters weigh the 18th versus 21st amendments across six contests.
Democrats of Pennsylvania plan a Saturday Harrisburg conference to discuss liquor control for a potential law during a forthcoming special session. The meeting, called by Warren Van Dyke, includes Senate and House minority leaders and dozens of reps from Berks, Philadelphia, Allegheny, Northampton, York, and other counties.
Union City police arrested Alton Loomis, sent Unionity, last evening on a request by Anion City police. He was found at a West Wayne street residence with a 15 year old girl. They were taken to Union City by Chief Magen and Constable Gillett.
Roy DeGray of Lovell Station sustained a fracture to his arm in a fall at Lovell's store. He was taken to Corer hospital for treatment. The incident occurred today with minor injuries reported to bystanders. Dr. Lee attended to the patient and noted a broken arm with a fracture. Further details unavailable.
Former Cuban president Gerariy Machado and four aides were proclaimed outlaws on murder and malfeasance charges. Bonds valued at 25000 dollars were ordered seized as civil liability, while Machado fled to Montreal and others sought refuge abroad.
Governor and Mrs. Gifford Pinchot attended a luncheon at Hotel Lorry with twenty guests before leading a 10 car parade from Erie to Edinboro. The Edinboro celebration includes a program with a hairdress, rodeo, aerial acts, music, and a Zem Shrine drill team, as Union City riders join the procession.
Senate probes reveal White National Bank paid Albert Wiggin a lifetime salary of 100000 a year after his retirement as chairman of Chase Bank and its securities arm. The board approved the unusual pension Dec 21, 1932, citing obligations to Wiggin and anticipated duties.
In Brib, Pa on October 17, about 1000 workers returned to work after a three day strike at the Girard Model Toy War plant. United States Labor Mediator Thomas Finn settled the dispute by granting 10 workers who instigated the strike a 10 percent wage increase.
Governor Pinchot distributes to newspapers and constituents the legislative records of assembly members from last spring. The records cover old age pensions minimum wages and highway rules for township roads. The memo notes votes on Conner-Sowers measure and Turner economy bill, and excludes McChire utility code. Both Pinchot and General Martin seek to keep politics out of social relief and education debates.
An anonymous Rotary Club luncheon at the Hotel Corry featured Assemblyman King sharing insights on the work of a bi regional organization and its civic functions. A wrestling event was announced for a later date, with speakers from local firms and merchants contributing brief remarks.
Germany signals readiness to begin talks on rejoining the League of Nations and resuming arms control discussions. The eight year pact proposal centers on formal commitments and potential easing of international tensions ahead of an election.
United Press dispatch reports Germany prepared to appeal to the League of Nations over disarmament siting while negotiations delay until after the November 12 plebiscite. Geneva expected private talks. Lausanne or Chamonix eyed as possible neutral sites for the conference move.
Pittsburgh Det 17 The Miners Dependent Brotherhood gains strength in Fayette county coal fields raising fears of renewed disorder if recruitment expands to challenge operation of pits. Incorporation papers for the Wilbon group to join the United Mine Workers of America were sought with claims of over 9,000 members. The objective remains to restore work without recognition of the United Mine Workers and end strikes that halted coal production for weeks.
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