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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1938
Page
3
A jumble of local items notes an anniversary of Burgoyne’s surrender at Saratoga in 1777 and a regular City Council meeting this evening. It also reports unrest over leaf burning hazards, police inquiries into plant trespass by two boys, and various state news including farm income figures and public notices.
Week ending October shows 9,472 general assistance applications, down 540 from the prior week and the smallest total since early November 1937. Private employment remains a drag on DPA totals while expenditures rise to 1,567,603 dollars.
An advertisement quotes Verna Schlepp praising Schlerika for clearing pimples and giving the skin a healthy glow. The testimonial claims constipation relief from Adter’s washes and mentions Helster’s Gut mate in relief of persistent skin issues.
The Junior Catholic Daughters of America were organized Sunday afternoon at St Edward's hall with 44 girls ages 12 to 18 initiated by Warren Catholic Daughters of America. National and state officers attended including Vice Supreme Regent Miss Frances Maher and Miss Lora Hesch. The threefold program focuses on spiritual, recreational, and educational aims, part of a nationwide 35,000 member organization with a national youth program.
Local interest grows as Erie plans a bid to curb Pennsylvania Gas Co rates. Harrisburg Dispatches notes the Public Utility Commission granted Erie the right to intervene, with a condition that allied parties not broaden issues. Hearing dates yet unset, likely many sessions before a ruling on rate reasonableness.
A Brighton club meeting featured performances by Mary McRivey treasurer, Miss Ann Baress, and Miss Ruth Powers with substitute Mary Agnes Lynch and Mrs Geo Floy len. Acts included Martha McFarland tumbling, Ann Vuze and Gloria Vrenna piano, Katherine Sutesman piano solo, and two C D A chorus numbers. A committee led by Mrs A T Milffey and Mrs P G Wood served buffet lunch.
Guidance states that when displaying the flag no other flag or pennant should be shown above or to the left of the United States flag, ensuring the U.S. flag remains the primary emblem. The rule emphasizes correct flag etiquette and respect for the national banner in display setups.
Stephen Pum, resident near Albion, who was free on bail for Erie County break ins, surrendered to Crawford County jail after boasting he shot a man. Authorities connect him to a July 11 1934 Conneaut Lake robbery attempt at the Iroquois Club. Kirkpatrick identified Duda as one of the bandits. Harold LaVol, husband of a near Albion resident, has pleaded guilty to armed robbery with four additional charges pending.
The British government owns the set of furniture used in Nelsons cabin at the victory of Trafalgar. Details indicate the era authentic pieces linked to the famed admiral and the historic battle are preserved as national artifacts.
Oct 17 Franklin Gov George F L EarIe told Chamber official Proudfoot there is no truth to rumors the state highway department offices will move. He said offices remain in Franklin, dismissing factions in Erie County as the source of the chatter and noting his statement as firm confirmation for the region.
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