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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1932
Page
1
A King Hutchinson expedition crew of five was found on Greenland’s east coast after their amphibian plane wrecked while en route to Angmag. The Lord Talbot, a British trawler, discovered the survivors and confirmed the fatal injuries to a local patrolman amid the wreckage and harsh Arctic conditions.
President Hoover orders his Republican lieutenants to mount a greater campaign effort after a Maine defeat that cost two Senate seats and a governorship. Roosevelt heads west for a transcontinental speaking tour while Wet Democrats gain momentum. Prohibition foes hail the Maine result as a major setback for the repeal drive.
United Press reports London plans to fully meet the December 16 war debt payment to the United States and will not seek the suspensory clause before midnight tonight. Diplomats expect this move to aid early readjustment of terms after the American election.
Former Mayor Harry A. Mackey rejects charges that A A Chapman alleged he received substantial sums via a straw man from the Philadelphia Rapid Transit Co. Chapman asserts past ties to Mitten era rail policy. Mackey calls the claim a political stunt and says an investigation will proceed.
Daniel Reynolds and Thomas Alcorn, both of Wayne township, face aggravated assault and battery charges after an alleged Sunday attack on Reynolds's brother Nathan Reynolds on Spirit Hill farm. The brothers quarreled over machinery and farm ownership. Reynolds and Alcorn were arraigned and held for the next term grand jury with bail set at 1000.
Governor Roosevelt outlines six proposals to aid farmers via world price tied tariffs, fair tax distribution, financing for farm mortgages, and credit extensions for holders of farm loans. He spoke in Topeka as part of a transcontinental tour, stressing self-reliance and safeguards against foreign retaliation.
Thomas J. Prather, former presiding judge of Crayford county courts, addressed the Rotary Club at the Hotel Cony. The talk focused on apathy among American youth, support for scholastic activities, and education as understanding natural laws, with remarks on foreign-born athletes in recent Olympics. Frank T. Babbitt acted as toastmaster. musical numbers were performed by a local quartet and Mrs Prather of Meadville attended.
ANGMAGSALIE Greenland Sept. The Flying Hutchinsons survive after their amphibian City of Richmond wrecks at sea. Lord Talbot rescues eight aboard and radios until help reaches them. Mrs Hutchinson and two daughters among survivors as Captain Watson recalls dodging ice floes.
Eastern rail executives met in New York for the third of four talks on a regional merger plan following the ICC July decision. Officials expect a review of descriptions tied to Pennsylvania New England holdings, with negotiations nearing an agreement at a September 28 meeting.
Final tribute to the memory of Dr A Louis Smith dean of Corry physicians and a highly esteemed resident was paid at funeral services held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home East South street Rev Gilbert Ts Boyd Presbyterian church officiated with prayers and speaking. The casket was banked with floral offerings. The body was escorted to Pine Grove cemetery where the Masonic fraternity conducted committal services. Attending physicians and local dignitaries listed include Dr C Kibler Dr N T Gillette Dr W W Graham Dr G E Bennett Dr H Clapp and Dr T F Tredway of Erie. Out of town attendees included Mrs O H Mueller Pittsburgh Dr T A Littl Dr T P Tredway and Mr and Mrs G S Kamps Zealand Mich Miss Euith Gapsey North East.
Democratic state chairman Warren Van Dyke denounces use of Roosevelt’s name in pre-empted party labels as fraud and deception aimed at voters. He warns against nominees under Roosevelt Party Roosevelt Progressive or Roosevelt for President tickets and says Roosevelt will not be listed on any other slate. In Tennessee, miners near Knoxville faced intense heat as hundreds of pickets surrounded the Knoxville Mining Company cooperative mine.
The American Nurse monoplane on a nonstop New York to Rome flight veered toward a southern route to avoid rough weather. The craft, with a physician and nurse aboard, was reported near the Azores and Cape Finisterre as it pressed eastward, guided by favorable winds and limited rain clouds. A woodchuck mascot aboard served as a carbon monoxide detector as delays and anticipation built at sea and land stations.
Seventeen new cases of infantile paralysis and three deaths were reported in Philadelphia over the last 24 hours. Dr. Z Henry Norman, director of public health, said the opening of the city’s schools could be postponed beyond September 20. The school opening had been delayed from September 6 to 20 to curb the spread.
Scranton Pa Sept 14 The Old Forge High School near Mere was disrupted as history teacher Tuober Giordano faced dismissal sparking a walkout of about 300 students. He appealed for a return to class while leaders demanded reinstatement and questioned the firing's political motives.
One patrolman was killed and four others, including the city clerk and the police chief, were injured when their cars collided on the Union City Corry highway after 6 last evening. Patrolman James Mulhern died at Corry hospital. City Clerk C B Porter, Chief John M Manigan, Patrolman Leon Brown, and Jennie J Haight suffered bruises and shock. Dr Paul Weed and truck driver C E Van Epp were involved. The Corvette sedan sideswiped a heavily loaded truck, sending Brown’s car into a ditch. Weed blamed attempting to pass the truck in rain slick conditions. The accident occurred near Proctor Hill, about a mile west of the highroad intersection.
Portland dispatch reports the anti Hoover sentiment among Legion members pushing for immediate payment of the bonus. A cautious majority favored a resolution condemning Hoover and the administration while a minority urged delaying the action. General Frank appears to defend administration policy as Hurley exits without resolution. Brown of Pennsylvania claimed a victory for the censure effort as subcommittee members pondered a formal vote.
Prohibition and resubmission candidates gain early advantages in nine states. Senator Wesley L. Jones of Washington leads in several returns, with Hartley trailing Beeler and Gellatly ahead of Gibson as dry votes shift GOP strength. Gov Winant and Senator Moses show Republican dominance in New Hampshire.
In Santiago on September 4 the provisional government faced fresh dissension as military leaders of the exile regime opposed the national government. General Arturo Merino Benitez and General Roy Bidnorh led calls that demanded surrender while aviation officials pressed for action, signaling a deep split within the exile leadership and continuing political instability.
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