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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1936
Page
4
The page surveys varied town happenings from theater draws and store remodels to political talk and social pairings. It notes theft, new showrooms, remodel plans at Montgomery Ward, a gas price swing near refineries, and a political rally with governor remarks, alongside light social chatter about residents and events.
A labor backed critique argues the Republican platform abandons workers as propaganda about Social Security misleads the public. It outlines how the 1935 act taxes both employee and employer, investing in U.S. securities to fund old age benefits, with projections of long term payouts and protections for heirs. The piece labels Roosevelt as labor’s ally and warns that GOP policies threaten the nation’s economic security.
A Jamestown 2A tragedy highlights how careless gun handling endangers lives. The community, led by prominent residents, mourns while authorities urge strict adherence to safety rules, stressing never point a gun at yourself or others and to treat every weapon as loaded. Hunters are advised to practice don’ts and prevention, reinforcing careful handling before any rifle or shotgun use.
A Hollywood film figure, Lio Major, a 22 year Africa veteran, extols deluxe safari living in Africa over Hollywood. He cites creature comforts like portable bathtubs and electric refrigerators, fewer traffic woes, better food quality, and ready access to caviar and wines, noting Africa offers freedom from infuriating service and misdirection.
A fragmented notice from the Pennsylvania Scenic and Historic Commission highlights Route 4M, the Montgomery Pike east of Williamsport, praising unusual scenery with several points of interest along the Susquehanna River valley. It mentions Montoureville and Loyndlamok Creel as gateways to the river and mountains, noting a curving hill road that captures motorists’ attention.
Paris designer Joan Patou unveils sheer tulle age veils paired with varied headdresses from Romeo and Juliet styles to modern bridal adaptations. A gray satin backless evening gown features a high front neckline, shirred bodice bands, and a full back skirt. A lace veiled headdress peeks from hair, with a pink trim. Another standout is a three quarter length black feather coat over a pale yellow rose bodice gown, featuring a fish tail train and exposed back.
Twenty years ago the Journal files note a busy period with a parade program planned by the city for this year. An Anti Saloon League lecture by George W. Morrow at First Baptist Church is described as a splendid address. A birth is recorded, a daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Mead, and various local moves and university ties are mentioned among scattered notes from Union City and Euclid Street developments.
Washington October 24 The column surveys influential figures and groups shaping support or opposition to Governor Landon and the New Deal order. It lists Hearst, Wall Street, Alfred E. Smith, Walter Lippmann and others, predicting their stance may collide with American political currents and possible exile from the national stage.
A fragmentary one minute test item notes that the pennant shows the owner is not aboard and mentions a mistaken or garbled example alongside hints and a horoscope style line. The source reads as garbled OCR with multiple unrelated items and misspelled terms.
Horoscope notes those born February 2 to March 20 share anxiety and uncertainty. October 26 births should command respect for a gifts variety, with December 1936 brings travel benefits and December 1937 risks. study of philosophy aids.
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