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Corry Evening Journal in Corry, Pennsylvania
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1939
Page
1
West Main Street paving push solicits state aid
City council last night launched a campaign to improve West Main Street from fifth avenue to the city line with hopes it will spur state highway action for extending the project west through Lovell's Station to Elgin. Petitioners urged surfacing due to heavy travel and varying conditions. officials expect renewed petitions and efforts to engage the highway department for the broader westward corridor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Council
Fifth Avenue
State Highway Department
Lovell’s Station
Elgin
West Math Street
Tith Avenue
Council
Enigtter
Highway Department
Gily
Blaine Kincaid
German assault drives on western front reported by Paris
United Press reports seventy six thousand German shock troops smashed the French lines along a 19 mile front taking villages and observation posts. German armor and heavy artillery supported by tanks and rumbles. French counterattacks followed as German gains were pared back. Berlin says French forces evacuated most western front territory while five enemy planes were shot down. British sources cite seven ships sunk totaling 34 296 tons between Oct 19 and Oct 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Paris
Saar
Dveant
Paris Soir
Amsterdam
Nieuwe Rotterdantsche Courant
Fuehrer
Adolf Hitler
Siegfried Line
Berlin
Germany
Atlantic
Emile Miguet
Penny Parking Plan Considered by City Council
City Council members discussed a proposed Tri Coin parking meter system for downtown to relieve congestion. Alber B. Davide of Tara from presented the plan proposing installation on Center Street and portions of Washington and Main. The meters would be installed at no upfront cost to the city with a 2 percent retention for the operator during the initial period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alber B. Davide
Wille
Calikiell
Pyse
Gounell
Alma
Main
Germany plans repatriation of German minorities abroad
Berlin October 17 Germany aims to repatriate all German minorities from European countries as soon as possible a foreign office spokesman said unofficial estimates put the total at over 2 500 000 persons He added Germans in the Americas are not included as they are a wealthy closed national group
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pyemied
Berlin
Germany
Dadkesman
Europe
Worth
South America
Science seeks ID of headless corpse in murder swamp near New Castle
Police and investigators planned a scientific study to identify a headless man found in ashes near New Castle in a fire scene. Inspector David Cowles of Cleveland and state police said the victim is believed to be from Cleveland’s notorious killer. Initial evidence from the charred body area will guide the inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Castle
Here
Cleveland
David Cowles
Game of Tag Claims Second Victim Today
A second death occurred in a supposed game of rap between a car and a motorcycle in Cleveland. Wil Gross, 23, of Bharon, died last night from a fractured skull about 24 hours after the crash. The incident also left Min Ajellie Br. Fouts, 25, of Farrel, Pa, severely injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Opt
Polite
Wil
Gross
Bharon
Min Ajellie Br. Fouts
Farrel
Aged Man Falls From Porch Injuring Left Thigh
Spencer Waner of R D 1 Corry was badly hurt when he slipped from his porch and landed on a steel rod that pierced his left thigh and fractured ribs. He was taken to Corry hospital where attendants reported his condition as fair this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer Waner
Keister Dies at Veterans Hospital After Ill Health
Prrest L. Keister 45 owner of Keister's Cut Rate drug store on North Genler street died at U S Veterans hospital in Aspinwall near Pittsburgh Monday after a period of ill health. He operated the Corry store for nine years and was a WWI veteran active in several local groups. Survived by son Forest I Keister and brother Roy Keister, the body will be taken to Bracken Realty funeral home for calling hours and funeral Thursday at 2 from the mortuary with burial in Pine Grove cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prrest L. Keister
Keister
North Genler Street
U. S. Veterans
Aspinwall
Pittsburon
Veterans’ Hospital
Brie
N Health
Kelster
Benzinger, Pai
Tittsville
Erie
Corry
Ames Drug Store
Archie W. Thompson
Corry Lodge
Galeton
Henry Finfinger
St Marys
Bracken Reality
Ernoon
Pine Grove Cemetery
High Court to Hear New Appeal in Brownmiller Case
In Harrisburg on Oct 17 the appeal of former highways secretary Roy E. Brownmiller from a one year jail term and a 3000 dollar fine for misusing state motor funds was set for hearing in Philadelphia Superior Court on November 20. Bechtel, chief defense counsel from Pottsville, filed the prothonotary appeal after Tower court approved a 10000 dollar bond for Brownmiller's release. Brownmiller had received a one year term on two counts with additional fines of 2000 and 1000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wey United
Harrisburg
Highways
Roy E. Brownmiller
Superior Court
Philadelphia
Earle
Washington County
Howand. W. Hughes
Dauphine
Harry 0. Bechtel
Pottsville
Tower Court
Brown‘miller
Brownmiller
Relief agencies agree to faster relief cert removals
Officials from the state WPA and the state department of public assistance met to cut the delay between relief certification and removal from relief lists. They discussed Johnstown complaints that WPA was not absorbing available manpower, which burdened the DPA with excess relief cases. The dispute over 1000 certified workers not given work was denied by the WPA, which cited delays in returning certs to the DPA for removal. Closer cooperation was pledged to clear up misunderstandings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State
WPA
State Department of Public Assistance
Assistnce Department
Johnstown
DPA
Tiwe
Dutch freighter Djambl issues distress call near San Francisco
On October 1 the Dutch freighter Djambl sent an appeal for immediate aid after reporting its steering gear failed. The incident was reported by Mackay radio near San Francisco, prompting rescue efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Djambl
Mackay Radio
Council to Hear Tax Protests November Fifteen and Sixteen
City Council schedules the annual court of tax revision and appeal with hearings for first and second wards on Wednesday November Fifteenth and for the third and fourth wards on Thursday November Sixteenth. Hearings run from 7 00 to 12 00 and 2 00 to 5 00 p m. Property valuations are published and owners will be visited with valuation cards. Director of Finance Fred J. Weaver notes progress in equalizing assessments and anticipates total city valuations will rise. Owners unhappy with assessments may appeal to the court of tax revision and, if satisfied, then may appeal to the county court within sixty days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cotthell
Ax Appeal
Noctars
Court of Tax Revision
I Nn
Fred J. Weaver
Soviet to Aid Nazis With Food Amid Neutral Stance
Moscow reports state the Soviet Union will continue supplying raw materials to Germany while remaining neutral in the European war. Tavestis cites no clear plan for naval cooperation with Germany and notes Britain’s blockade of Germany but says Baltic trade remains possible with all Baltic countries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Moscow
Soviet Union
Germany
Tavestis
Tavestia
Baltic
Give-a-job campaign details withheld by governor plan
Details of the give a job campaign urged by a legislative committee and adopted by Gov. Arthur James were withheld today after a conference on the projected drive to boost the state's relief parcel by stimulating employment. The officials said plans are not yet completed and they do not wish to preempt public comment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United
Harrisburg
Arthur James
Turkey's Envoy Ends Moscow Talks Without Pact
Moscow reports Turkey's foreign minister Sarafoglu heads home without a signed Turkish Russian treaty. He held few talks with Stalin and Molotov after weeks of discussions. Turkish negotiators to be represented in Moscow by Mukhlis Erdem and aides for further talks on mutual assistance, despite optimism. The talks reportedly stalled over Balkan Finnish alignments and influence in the Black Sea region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Moscow
Turkey
Sp Hon
Siferu Sracoglu
Anteara
Black Sea
Balkans
Finland
State payroll purge started in Republican drive gains
Torrance announces swift patronage purge of Democratic oldtimers ahead of the November 7 election. He claims 350 more appointees placed in first months than New Dealers in a full prior year under the prior administration. Vague details and ongoing replacements noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Torrance
United Press Altoona
Ames F. Torrance
Wom
Goys
Zarle
James
Felllne
Republic
September Milk Payments Rise for Dairy Co Op
In September milk buyers receive 190 dollars per producer as prices edge up for US dairymen. The Supreme Court backs a federal state marketing order, stabilizing the industry after years of volatility and losses for co operatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danymen
Leasue Cooperative Association
Supreme Court
Chase
Abandon 90 Day Credit Clause In Neutrality
Washington reports the administration will drop the 90 day credit provision of the neutrality bill to avoid a Senate clash. Modifications to shipping restrictions are being prepared as a compromise. Pittman and Barkley discuss possible trade with wartime partners while cautioning against allowing seamen into war zones. Democratic leaders weigh accepting Johnson’s isolationist shipping edits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Washington
Senate
Alben W. Barkey
Key Plitman
Foreign Relations Committee
Australia
New Zealand
Trinidad and
Martiaigne
Atlante
Pittman
Newcrarity Csup
Hiram W. Johnson
Gallf
Blos
Bandit Escapes With 637 Dollars From City Business
A lone bandit held up five employees at a local restaurant back of Key House early Monday, ordering one worker to open the cash register and take $637. He discharged another employee and fled, pursued by rapid police response. No injuries reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrlevator
Voting Places Still Sought in City Precincts
County commissioners search for polling sites in the Second Ward and Third Ward as the fire station at the fire station is considered for use. City officials weigh safety concerns and mayors action with ten council members present. Only tentative options exist, with further inquiries planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aim
Richard Rossshener
Relell
Weaver
Nichols
Hepler
County Commission Fish Office
May Buy One Egg Tehlin
Oct 17 report states every German will be allowed to buy one egg daily from today through Oct 24 upon presentation of ration card. Details appear to reflect wartime controls and distribution rules announced by authorities.
Panama Hunter Shot In Legs In Accident
Clarence H. James, 48, of Panattiy, was shot in both legs during a hunting accident in New York state yesterday. His condition at Jamestown General Hospital was reported as good despite the injury. Police noted the shotgun discharged accidentally while James hunted with his brother Giltford. Weather was reported as fine during the day of the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence H. James
Panattiy Sas
New York State
Dames
Giltford
James
Jamestown Gelert Hospital
Ucenss
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