20 Jan 1937
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1937
Page
1
Two robbers who holdup up the Volant bank twice pled guilty and received 55 years added to life terms. Authorities say the pair carried out both holdups, facing lengthy sentences under plea agreements.
Roosevelt pledges renewed fealty to the American people and a push for more progressive democracy and help for the under privileged. He speaks amid rain at the Capitol steps, saying much has been done but far more must be accomplished to meet basic life needs.
Highlights of Franklin D Roosevelt's inaugural address emphasize democracy through accountable governance. He argues government at all levels must serve the people, ensure elections reflect change, and extend opportunity while confronting poverty and injustice. He calls for transparent action, education, and national unity to lead peace and recovery.
Harrisburg Pa January 20 Pennsylvania officials fled the capitol for the Roosevelt inauguration leaving unfinished business in the house. The legislature adjourned the third week of the 132nd session with little accomplished as administration measures lingered. The house moved to final passage of a bootleg coal study bill and prepared a 4800000 dollar February aid appropriation for the needy. A heavily amended administration proposal was also reported out.
The lower Ohio Valley endures a long flood siege with renewed rains. National Guardsmen WPA workers and Red Cross units guard key points as the river nears the 60 foot stage. Bellevue Newport and eastern Cincinnati areas suffer flooding while ports mouth area reports rising waters and relief boats delivering supplies.
Amid a cold driving rain in January, President Franklin D. Roosevelt renewed his oath and delivered an inaugural address from a partially covered platform. Thousands attended under umbrellas as Washington endured four days of incessant rainfall and a biting wind.
Two long term parolees from Sharon and Pittsburgh receive life terms plus 55 years for a series of crimes culminating in a Boise, Idaho arrest. Harold Brest and Harry Logan get life for kidnapping D L Santee and 50 years for two bank robberies V Volant plus 5 years for stealing Santee's car. Judge Schoonmaker denounces them as a menace.
Christmas trees lie in vacant lots and on streets, sometimes blown or carried by boys. Water pools on Croton avenue near Ray street from a hillside spring, and freezes in cold weather, hindering motorists. Street department fills holes with ashes as rain leaks persist. misty rain freezes on windshields. A robin Red Breast sings from a tree branch near W. E. Patton’s farm by the fair grounds during a delivery call.
U.S. weather report for the 24 hours ending 9 am shows a high of 34 and a low of 25 with trace precipitation. River stage measured at 11.3 feet. Comparable date last year recorded a 22 high, 5 low, .31 inch precipitation, and three inches of snow.
Washington, Jan 20. For half an hour today the United States was without a president. The terms of President Roosevelt and Vice President Garner expired at noon under the 20th amendment. Bad weather delayed the inaugural, and at 12 30 p m Chief Justice Hughes inducted Roosevelt into office for a second term.
Detroit reports rising hopes for a GM auto workers strike settlement as conferences unfold in New York and Washington. Alfred P Sloan Jr travels to Washington with GM executives while union leaders Brophy and Martin book travel plans. Developments hinge on talks among General Motors, the U S Department of Labor, and the United Automobile Workers.
Washington was crowded with 33 state governors arriving for the inauguration. Officials, aides, and security lined the route as ex governors and new leaders moved toward the ceremony. The inaugural committee managed crowd flow with added security and transport coordination.
New Castle Kiwanis presents Headlines at the Cathedral with a home talent cast. Proceeds aid underprivileged children, matinee tomorrow and two evening shows Thursday and Friday at 8 15. William Martin directs with musical numbers by a guest arranger.
Rebel airplanes conducted a dawn raid over Madrid as authorities brace for renewed operations to recapture the city. The early attack disrupted civilian life and prompted safety checks amid fears of further action in the region.
Death records list Joseph Bashara age 67 of 1133 Scioto Street Margaret Wimner age 68 of Volant R D 1 Francis Gallagher age 45 of 814 Butler Avenue Carrie Glendinning age 81 of Almira Home and Chester McFarland near Grove City referenced in local notices.
In Los Angeles on January 20 the death toll from a western air express crash a week earlier rose to five with the death of co pilot C T Owens from multiple jaw fractures and a punctured lung. Investigators heard pilot William W Lewis testify that atmospheric disturbances likely contributed to the crash.
Two ransom notes were sent after the abduction of 10 year old Charles Mattson. The notes, written in the victim's hand, were signed Tim Tim and stamped with a purple ink identical to the original note left by the kidnapper. Authorities continued a nationwide manhunt for the killer.
Vatican report says Pope Pius XII endures excruciating pain with limited sleep and ongoing decline. Doctors note diabetes and arteriosclerosis worsen the Pontiff as Dr Amanti Milani remains at his side through the night.
Ruth Slewczynski a 12 year old piano prodigy cannot perform at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia to benefit blind children because paid employment of under 16 is prohibited. The Philadelphia committee for the prevention of blindness protested the ruling, while noting a recent appearance in Allentown did not prompt the same action.
Harrisburg reports treacherous Pennsylvania roads as snow falls across the state. Rain and sleet gave way to snow with temperatures from 26 to 30 degrees above zero. A force of 1413 men and 323 trucks was mobilized for clearing operations.
A young reader asks how writing works and receives a succinct explanation. The parent describes using a paper, a typewriter, and a small idea to form words. The anecdote ends noting the current temperature as thirty eight degrees.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.