Russellas found guilty in short time
A jury convicted Isador Russella and his son Joswell Russella of arson and burning to defraud investigators after a fire damaged their North Eleventh Street home on October 4. The verdict was returned at 4:35 p.m. after deliberations that lasted just under two hours. A second verdict found Ray Rich guilty of arson in a neighboring case. The cases were prosecuted by District Attorney William M. Ruddock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isador Russella
Joswell Russella
North Eleventh Street
J. N. Langham
Ray Rich
Coral Merchant
Mike Matthews
William M. Ruddock
Commonwealth
Russellas
Punxsutawney
Indiana
Soviet Rescue Flyer Missing Over Arctic Sea
Boris Lapidevsky, who rescued women and children from the wrecked Chel yuskin off the Arctic coast, is now missing along the Chukotsk Peninsula. Dog teams search the frozen shore after his attempted second rescue flight failed to return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lindesay Parrott
INS
Moscow
Boris Lapidevsky
Arctic Sea
Chukotsk
Lapidavakry
Cane Wallen
Journey's End college play draws local interest
Journey s End will be produced by the Leonard Literary Society in the college auditorium on Friday and Saturday, March 16 and 17. Indiana residents and members of the society may exchange membership tickets for reserved seats at Park Bookshop. Additional seats are available to downtown residents. Indiana Scouts Court of Honor meets in the Court House at 7:46 this evening, led by District Commander Ralph Willis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lean~ard Literary Society
College Auditorium
Indiana
Agelety
Hdna Lea Sprowls
Park Bookshop
Tndiana
Court House
Ralph Willis
Punxs'y Man Is Indicted On Assault Charges
Clair Bailey, 25, of Punxsutawney, awaits hearing in Mifflin county on assault and battery and aggravated assault with intent charges. He allegedly attacked Dr. F. W. Black at the surgeon’s country home last August, beating him with a club and fracturing his skull. Bailey was arrested after fleeing to Colorado following a break in and larceny arrest in Punxsutawney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewistown
Mar
INS
Clair Bailey
Punxsutawney
Mifflin County
Justice of the Peace
Bailey
F. W. Black
Here
Colorado
Free National Reemployment Service Aids All Workers
The National Reemployment Service in Indiana County operates as a free service under the National Industrial Recovery Act. It serves professionals, manufacturers, coal operators, and workers, not solely welfare on CWA projects. The office at 1111 Philadelphia street, Indiana, has existed for months, but locals misunderstand its broader purpose beyond placing men on CWA projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Employment Service
Department of Labor
National Reemployment Service
National Re-employment Service
Indiana County
Philadelphia Street
Indiana
Civil Works Administration
CWA
Treasury Balance Report Shows 4.79 Billion in Reserve
Washington March 15 INS Treasury balance as of March 13 stood at 4,787,551,870.00. Internal revenue receipts were 2,147,034.59 and customs receipts 11,097,658.68. Beaver traps and regulation trap mentioned for J. M. Stewart & Co. 171x.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
INS
Treasury
Internal Revenue
Lindbergh Offers View On Air Mail Bill
Col Charles A Lindbergh agrees to present views on permanent air mail legislation to a Senate Post Office and Post Roads committee. He still refuses to join a War Department board studying Army Air Corps operations. Secretary Dern pressed Lindbergh to reconsider, but the flyer criticized the administration in his telegram.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dern
Chas. A. Lindbergh
Washington
Senate
Dorn
INS
Charles A. Lindbergh
Secretary of War
Army Air Corps
Senate Committee On Post Office and Post Roads
Senator McKellar
Tennessee
Mar
George H. Dern
Senate Post Office Committee
Eddie Rickenbacker
William Mitchell
Irom
Clarence Chamberlin
Lindbergh
Rickenbacker
General Mitchell
Parole Cause Of Dillinger Escape Leads Grand Jury
Crown Point Ind March 15 INS The parole that freed John Dillinger from the state penitentiary last May becomes the leading issue before the grand jury investigating the sensational escape from the county jail. By executive order of Gov Paul McNutt Dillinger was paroled May 22 1933 after serving eight years of a ten to twenty year sentence for robbery. While eligible for parole in years served the desperado had a poor prison record and had attempted to escape several times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crown Point
Ind
John Dillingerstrom
State Penitentiary
Desperado
Paul ¥. McNutt
Diinger
Despigado
Orison
Hoe
Ambush Murder Trial Under Way
The Commonwealth opened its case against Francas Sepse for the ambush murder of Dr. Paul R. Hess, a prominent physician slain January 8 as he approached his office. A nine man, three woman jury was seated for a testimony sequence detailing the night’s events. M. E. Aid Society announces a rummage sale March 16 and 17 at Maytag Store opposite P R RB Station with dresses and shoes among the bargains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reading
The
Commonwealth
Francas Sepse
Paul R. Hess
Tria
M. E. Aid Society
Maytag
P. R
Plumville Bank Stockholders Asked to Meet 60 000 Assessment
Stockholders of the First National Bank of Plumville are called by the Comptroller of Currency to pay a 100 percent assessment of their stock. The $60,000 levy is due March 22, as bank assets do not cover liabilities. Depositors must file claims with Malone M. Flem, in charge, before April 10 or risk being disallowed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank of
Plumville
Comptroller of Currency
Washington
Deposiwisa
Malegln M
Flem
Fog
Hevolver
Insull disappears on eve of deportation from Greece
Samuel Insull, Chicago utilities magnate, vanishes on the eve of his deportation from Greece amid a bid to leave the country. Police conduct a dragnet and hold two maid servants and a manservant for questioning after authorities canceled his residence permit and set a deadline for expulsion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
INS
Samuel Insull
Chicago
Greece
Insull
International News Service
Ilinois
Greek Supreme Court
United States
Stong
Ingull
University of Athens
Scout Victory Dinner Tonight at Lutheran Church
Indications this morning show broad Community representation at the Victory Dinner to hear council reports that will supply the 1534 budget for the area campaign. Tide and Waterman have over-subscribed quotas as men prepare for the campaign report. Bert Lytle has taken over the Merle Eagle Shop at Philadelphia and Thirteenth Street. Our Annual Trade In Watch Gale is now on Luxenberg’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Penn Council
Lutheran Church
Tide
Waterman
Indiana Floral Company
Evenue
Bert Lytle
Galbreath Motor Go
Merle Eagle Shop
Philadelphia
Thirteenth Street
G. A. Myers & Son
Mrs Roosevelt Returns From Caribbean Tour
Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt and party flew from San Pedro de Macoris to Port au Prince but returned due to foggy conditions. Earlier in San Juan she praised Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands before beginning a U.S. return via Miami en route to Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Pedro DE Macoris
San Domingo
INS
Port Au Prince
Haiti
Pan American Airways
Franklin ‘D. Roosevelt
Dorothy Ducas
San Juan
Puerto Rico
Maren
Virgin Islands
Franklin D. Roosevelt
United States
Caribbean
Roosevelt
Miami
San Pedro
Port-au-Prince
Newvitas
Cuba
Washington
Brown's Boot Shop Moves to New Quarters
Brown's Boot Shop advances to a new storeroom one door west of its former site, in a modern 21 by 142 foot space with two 12 foot display windows. The building, bought three years ago, has had 5500 dollars in improvements this year including heating and lighting upgrades. The Indiana store, managed by Herschel H. Shaffer, is one of 19 Brown Boot Shops nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown's Boot Shop
Ghoe
Brown Boot Shops
Herschel H. Shaffer
Indiana
Miss Stewart On Tech Honor Roll At Carnegie Institute
Miss Mary Wilson Stewart of North Seventh street is named on Carnegie Institute of Technology honor roll for the first semester. A senior in painting and decoration, she is the daughter of Mr and Mrs A M Stewart. Bring in your old watch to trade during our sale at Juxenbere's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Wilson Stewart
North Seventh Street
Carnegie Institute of Technology
Stewart
Ana Mra
A. M. Stewart
Department of Painting and Decoration
Jjuxenbere
Spanish-American Vet Gets First Bonus Check
In Harrisburg on March 15 the Pennsylvania bonus program began payments totaling 50 million dollars. At 12:15 p.m. on the Capitol steps, State Treasurer Charles A ater presented check number one to Lieut. Henry Melchoir Muhlenberg Richards, a 86 year old Lebanon veteran, for 46 dollars representing over four months of service in the Spanish-American War. About 3,000,000 in bonuses were issued to some 33,000 other veterans at ceremonies attended by veterans’ officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
INS
Pennsylvania
Solitiers
Canitol
Charles Aater
Henry Melchoir Muhlenberg Richards
Ef Wake
Wats
Lebanon
Richards
President orders full facts before resuming air mail plan
Roosevelt seeks complete Army Air Corps inspection by Chief Foulois before resuming airmail flights. He aims to correct a decade of faulty federal aviation policy and directs $10 million toward experimentation and training as Foulois begins an inspection tour. Flight delays may continue while ships are withheld.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Roosevelt
Army Air Corps
Air Corps
Benjamin D. Foulois
Foulois
Mie Roosevelt
Congress
Senate
Swartz Freed On Murder Charge
Pittsburgh March 15 In a district court Irvin Schwartz was freed of murder charges in the fatal shooting of Andy Garavini a Pittsburgh hacker shot in a fall gun battle Schwartz testified he acted in self defense Garavini s widow once Mrs Schwartz now faces perjury charges for conflicting testimony at the coroner s inquest Schwartz also awaits action on a firearms charge under the fire arms act
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
INS
Irvin
Legie) Schwartz
Schwartz
Andy Garavini
Garavini
District Attorney’s Office
Cotton wool broker Applegate dies by own action
Philadelphia report states George M. Applegate a 50 year old cotton and wool broker died in hospital from a self inflicted gunshot wound to the temple after shooting himself in his office. He lived in Doylestown and was described as despondent over domestic troubles. His brother says marital issues involving a nurse at Chestnut Grove were cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
George M. Applegate
Applegate
Doylestown
David
Churchville
Bucks County
Margaret Sharrett
Chestnut Grove
Income Tax Due Today in 1963 Filing Warning
Today is the deadline to file income tax returns for 1963. Singles earning $1000 or more or married couples earning $2590 or more must file or face a 25 percent late penalty. The notice urges postal submission today.
Casting for Dark Horse in Pennsylvania GOP Battle
Philadelphia March 15 A backstage drama unfolds as rival Republican factions seek to unite behind a single candidate for the May 15 gubernatorial primary. General Edward Martin, state committee chairman, meets with leaders from Bucks Philadelphia Montgomery and other counties to quell infighting and avert splits that threaten the party’s chances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Bergman
INS
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Edward Martin
State Committee
Martin
Hare
William A. Schnader
Joseph R. Grundy
Bucks County
James M. Hazlett
Paul W. Houck
Schuy
Kill County
Montgomery
Chester
Delaware
Demino Faces Prosecution In Local Court
Vincent De Mino stood trial on charges of carrying bombs with intent to harm property and violation of the automat code. The case, heard this morning at 1010 o clock, was the last on the term list. Police traced the car to Lauderbach Griest Company after bombs were found at Water Street. De Mino, once adjudged insane, was returned from Farview Hospital for Criminal Insane to face the proceedings. Fritchman and Edward appointed by the Court acted as representatives for the defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vincent de Mino
de Mino
Lauderbach-Griest Company
Wate Street
Mino
Farview
Indians County
Lobbyists Targeted by New Government Push
The administration expanded a crackdown on lobbyists who direct strangers to government officials. A national emergency council information bureau will funnel visitors to the correct agency, aiming to curb fee-charging practices and improve access to officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
National Emergency Council
Pals Seek Divorce in Riga Latvian Divorce Case
Laura LaPlante, film headliner, and William Seiter, movie director, announce plans to seek a divorce in Riga Latvia. The actress, now filming in London, expresses that neither is to blame, claiming their good relationship remains intact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura LaPlante
William Seiter
Riga
Latvia
Uves
London
Peither
Three Filipinos Arrested in Kidnapping Plot
Three Filipinos were arrested in connection with a plot to extort money from Louis A. Hager, wealthy manufacturer, and kidnap his 32 year old son Lolard in St. Louis. Manuel Lopez 25 and An Haime 30 were taken in New Orleans, and a third man George Cubano 26 was held for violation of the Cochrane act over extortion letters mailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis
New Orleans
Louis A. Hager
Lolard
Aug. Buseh
New Orlean
Manuel C. Lopez
Hagers
An Haime
George
Cubano
Cochrane
Speeding Auto Kills Valuable Dog on North Ninth Street
A speeding vehicle on the North Ninth Street speedway struck a valuable pet dog as it crossed the road and fled the scene. The dog crawled to its owner's home but died before a doctor could save it. Authorities were alerted and action was anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Ninth Street
Eveyday
Miss Pallys Patchwork Quilt at Elderton High
Elderton High School will present the musical comedy Miss Pallys Patchwork Quilt in the school auditorium on Friday night March 16 at 8 00. Director Richard B Heckart and accompanist Bernice Clark lead the production with student performers.
Holy Week Services At Presbyterian Church Here
Holy Week services are planned by the Presbyterian church with four services from Tuesday to Friday evenings. The noted speakers include Reverend Stuart Nye Hutchison of East Liberty Presbyterian Church Pittsburgh who will speak on Tuesday March 1. The following evening the President Robert ... of Westminister College Hampstead will preach, bringing his experience to the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Presbyterian Church
Kee
Indiana
Stuart Nye Hutchison
East Liberty Presbyterian Church of
Robert Uo i
Wosteesnaiee Ealage
Ilmington
Agel Enves ‘Tars
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J. M. Stewart & Go
DuPont
South America
Richard
Alice DuPont
Wilmington
Del
LINDB
Army
Dillinger
Plumville Assessment
SCOUT
Luxenbere
Mrs. Roosevelt
Isles
Brown’s Boot Shop
New Quarters
Miss Stewart
TECH
Swartz
Dark Horse
Demino
Asylum
Non Fritchman
Edward
Repri
Elderton High
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