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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1939
Page
1
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An article notes Roosevelt severing ties with CIO leader John L Lewis while Mussolini removes pro Nazi cabinet members. It also covers union intrigue around Wheeler as a potential 1940 candidate, with Soviet agent claims tied to a Corry orchestra appeal for winter concerts and civic support.
International scare began at dawn for two Peruvian brothers attempting a 4100 mile nonstop flight from New York to Lima. Commander Humberto Galieg ard Capt Victor Gallino led the effort in a Barclay-Grow plan, with 1500 gallons of fuel, aiming to land in Lima Wednesday afternoon. Police, U.S. and Panamanian officials, and aviation cadets waited as authorities tracked the plane’s path from Miami, Florida, and Cuba toward Cristobal, Canal Zone, then down the South American coast.
Relatives of William MacFarlane of Baltimore and Abraham Lowwine of Philadelphia report no communication from the City of Flint freighter crew as British blockade risks and storms threaten the ship near Germany. United Press notes US government caution to Britain and Germany to protect American sailors, with new reports from Tromsoe on gear and supplies.
Washington reports the administration won the opening neutrality fight in the House with a voice vote to send Measure 45 to conference. The vote was 227 to 176 after initial tests of strength from Rep. Hamilton Pish.
Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain disclosed in Parliament that Britain will hire a consul general to Albania. The move is viewed as the first step toward recognizing the government of the former independent kingdom, signaling a shift in foreign policy.
A large Halloween parade organized by the YMCA Leaders' Council is set for this evening under the direction of E. C. Reneaw. The route has been revised, starting on South Center Street near Church, proceeding north on Center to Smith and Maple to Park Place, then Center to South and finally to the Y rooms for the prize contest. Supt. Ralph S. Dewey will preside at Rex Theatre with judges including William Frye and others. Antoinette Baressi assists in presenting awards. The event, open to all ages, aims to start at 7 and proceed despite threat of heavy rain.
Pittsburgh dispatch reports that the bodies of a man identified as Rocco Gortena about 56 and a woman identified as Mrs William Sherman about 43 were found beside an automobile along a lonely lane near Noblastown road two miles from Oakdale. Police theorize the man shot the woman and then killed himself. Mrs Sherman was the wife of a Pennsylvania Railroad brakeman and mother of three.
Corry merchants decide to keep stores open all day on Armistice Day Saturday November. The decision came at the monthly Corry Golden Rule club meeting held at the Methodist M church in Clymer with about thirty attendees. The plan aims to serve rural residents who rely on Saturday shopping. A Christmas lighting plan used last year will be repeated, with a committee led by Fravis Whitely to arrange lighting and subscriptions. Hospital Service Association representative TP. Andrews urged employers to support hospital sponsorship discussions for Corry Hospital. A fine dinner followed, hosted by the Ladies Aid, with Hallowe en decorations. The November dinner committee includes Davison Funeral Home, Carry Alto Supply, Carry Bridge and Supply, Post Davis, Ralph Dewey, W. W. Waterhouse, William Gumbard, Pennsylvania Gas and Telegraph, and Rayment Manufacturing Corp.
In Baie near Erie a 67 year old veteran fisherman William Nesbitt was fatally struck by a car at a street intersection. Driver Joseph Verna, released pending hearing, said Nesbitt failed to look both ways before crossing. Verna’s account cited police uncertainty and ongoing investigation into the crossing incident.
Dauphin county court decision invalidates a 1938 act authorizing the Commonwealth to confiscate and regulate mental hospitals and sub divisions from operating state institutions. The ruling by Orphans Judge E. Richards has no immediate effect on state operations, with the effective date postponed to year end except for the Philadelphia state hospital transfer to the welfare department.
A fragmented report notes Britain to review the India national congress and consider revoking its fixed dermis as moves toward greater autonomy emerge. Observers mention possible changes in governance and state powers within British rule.
The trial of Morris Berman of Philadelphia opened in Carlisle, Pa. He faces multiple charges under state securities and trust statutes for oil and gas dealings in Warren County. Prosecutors say Berman swindled about 3110,000 from investors by selling Warren County land and paying returns with new money. One investor testified he bought a tract for 2400 and received monthly checks of 5, despite warnings that the project was highly speculative.
Representatives from the county school district and city of Corry will meet at the Municipal building Thursday at 4 o clock to fix the salary of the joint tax collector for four years. County Commissioner Thomas W Flatley to represent the county. White City Council to name its representative. Mrs Elizabeth Preston of Ariening to name hers. Board of Beneston is reported weekend visit with relatives here.
Winnie Ruth Judd the so called maniacal murderer returned to the hospital prison life after six days hiding among orange groves and fields. She came barefoot and dirty at about 9 pm and was greeted by Matron Mary Venter and Dr Louis Saxe. Governor Jones had explained her motives for escape and assured she would be disciplined rather than sentenced.
Citizens urge a community effort to fund and install an iron lung at the hospital to aid infantile paralysis cases. A Corry resident’s infant died, prompting calls for a dedicated respirator to be accessible within the facility for critical breathing support.
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