22 Sep 1937
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1937
Page
1
The Earle Commission warns that royalty-based coal lands impede free competition. It urges a graduated gross income tax on royalties to curb costs and rebalance output between independent and railroad anthracite firms.
President Roosevelt plans a two week, four car tour to eight Northwestern and Middle Western states to gauge public support for administration aims. He will inspect federal projects, make stops in Cheyenne and other cities, and be joined by Mrs. Roosevelt and a White House staff. The trip will also cover a Good Neighbor visit to British Columbia.
Obituary details Dayton residents Frank Onarato born December 11 1886 died after likely toadstool poisoning his wife preceded him and son John survives. His brother in law also injured by mushrooms recovering. Martin L McIntire lifelong Dayton resident died at Mia Grace Cunningham home aged 60 following a long illness. Born September 21 1860 in Armstrong County he was a prominent farmer and church official with daughters Grace Cunningham Myra McIntire Rey McIntire all of Dayton and six grandchildren. Surviving brothers J W McIntire Dayton and W B McIntire Echo.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 PM in the Cunningham residence Dayton with burial in Echo Cemetery ASAKE. M ANU STY 82 longtime Grean township resident died at home in Spruce September 24 after a sudden illness. He married Catherine Jeffrey January 24 1878. Surviving are widow and several children and grandchildren. two sons and two daughters died earlier. Services were held Friday at his late residence. Interment McDowell Cemetery. Also Mrs Margaret Stiffler 68 died at her son Verner Stiffler s home BelSano after seven months illness. Surviving are three sons and two daughters. Funeral Friday 2 PM at Stiftier home with Rev Arthur Richey officiating. Interment Harmony Cemetery Giftchville.
Marionettes delighted audiences with a lively Hansel and Gretel operetta performed to music from phonographs and public address. The second half featured Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in a gymnastic dance, plus acts by a clown and a trained seal. Next Tuesday offers Arthur F. Kane presenting After You Marco Polo. season tickets for three numbers are 75 cents, single admission 50 cents.
The text describes extensive bombardment of Nanking harming civilians and threatening embassies, with 30 sections hit and three bombs per site. It notes U S Ambassador Nelson Johnson and staff aboard the gun boat Luzon near the Bund, protecting Americans as Japanese raiders attacked civilian and diplomatic districts.
Raids began as staff returned to the Embassy in Nanking after evacuation warnings. Only J Hall Paxton remained in the city proper, while Johnson evacuated. US and UK protested Japan's plan to raze Nanking and bombard civilian areas, with limited foreign presence remaining. Twelve Americans and six missionary women at Ginling College are named. many veterans stayed through earlier wars.
The report notes relief and recovery outlays have largely matched deficits. It cites $171 million in PWA grants and loans for 1,259 projects under a July 1 1939 extension, with $290 million available. Emerg ency spending between July 1 and Sept 18 totaled $468 million, down $260 million from the prior year, while calls persist to trim the federal budget to balance receipts.
A legislative committee is urged to press for a universal service act that would mobilize wealth as well as men and curb excess profits during war, signaling a strong mandate for rapid passage.
A high stakes contest narrows to Daniel Doherty, a Boston lawyer, and Ray Kelly in a hotly contested battle. The outcome hinges on public support and legal expertise shaping the race.
GO P leaders plan a mid term convention or conference to rebuild the Republican machine. Chairman Hamilton will meet eight city leaders and youth movement chiefs before a likely national committee session and a fall tour. He foresees a substantial gain next year to retake the House, following Hilles departure that trims the old guard from the 1920 campaign.
Leonard Literary Society of State Teachers College presents four programs this year. The first is Personal Appearance, a comedy, showcasing student talent and local engagement.
Unofficial returns from the Indiana Evening Gazette show early counts for Republican candidates Register and Recorder Elmer W. Allison Ralph Brown and W R Calhoun plus Jury Commissioner L F Robinson and E H Stephens. Final official figures by the Return Board align closely with Gazette tallies across most districts. Democratic results credit J Day Brownlee Jr for Register and Recorder with 4704 and G W Cunningham for Jury Commissioner with 4832.
Cast of college students from summer school perform Friday and Saturday evenings September 24 and 25 at 8 16 in the college auditorium in a moving picture lecture Jungles Calling. Mrs Martin Johnson hosts January 10 at 4 15 p m at Manos Theatre. New Disney Players present two performances matinee and evening March 1 at Manas Theatre. Season tickets will include two stubs for these plays. Boake Carter radio commentator.
Harrisburg reports three 1937 acts facing the state Supreme Court within two weeks. Hearings in Pittsburgh next week test the Full Crew and Little NRA laws affecting used car trade, while October 4 will cover the Teacher Tenure dispute. The Ditty coaching case mirrors broader concerns over job security for teachers and coaches, with courts and school boards split on tenure protections.
April 26 15 p m at the college gymnasium announces season tickets priced at 2.50 for all memberships in college and town. Town residents may contact Josephine McCreight for membership or orders. Present a receipt or 2.0 cash for season tickets and reservations for the play Personal Appearance may be obtained Thursday or Friday afternoon between and 5 o'clock in recreation hall at the college.
The pattern describes a dress with seamless front and back, squared neckline, and short cap sleeves. It features two pockets and a snug waist, designed as an apron-like frock easy to slip over the head. Pattern 8063 fits sizes 32 to 50 with yardage details and trimming guidance.
Harrisburg Sept 22 1937 educators urged officials and citizens to implement new education laws promptly. Dr Tester K Ade highlighted Acts of 1937 as foundations for better salaries sabbatical leave and institute attendance while extending health safeguards pupil transport and hearing eyesight monitoring. Governor Earle welcomed attendees as Erie schools chief Grose warned long term planning must precede practice due to advances in law.
The Indiana Cooperative Concert Association plans an 800 member goal to bring premier artists to Indiana this season. Headquarters on Philadelphia street open evenings for membership info. early renewals include John W. Neff and others. Also notes on Pope Pius XI, brain foods, Cortez horses, plant varieties, owl eyes, moon effects, and 1940s Ireland blight.
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