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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1920
Page
1
The New York Legislature votes on expelling socialist members amid disloyalty charges. Speaker and allies lead the effort as backstage incitement and public reaction ripple through the chamber. The outcome could send affected members to higher courts for review.
In Washington on April, President Wilkon stated the response to inquiries about American troops in Germany remains the absence of explicit orders from the President. The communiqué notes no troop movements or actions will occur without presidential authorization.
Report outlines an inquiry into the Mary Pickford divorce, led by Deputy Attorney General and county officials. Proceedings seek to examine grounds of dissolution, with hearings anticipated and potential subpoenas or further investigation steps.
Local dairy producers discuss establishing a milk plant with a local stock subscription plan. T. F. Smith outlines branch support and cooperative aims to fund erection, with a pledge of stock repayment and broad local cooperation.
Albany reports two bills aimed at reducing rent profiteering and ensuring price controls. The measures seek to limit rent increases, mandate upkeep of utilities, and curb speculative practices driving housing costs upward.
Four individuals were indicted by a federal grand jury in connection with a conspiracy to defraud the government. Named defendants include Austin Embry, Burnet E. Money, and Milliard Mayer, with others involved. Embry and Graves resigned from official posts.
Chicago dispatch reports urgent talks and planned conferences as meat supply tightens. Officials and union leaders try to avert a prolonged stoppage with a forty eight hour window for a settlement. Prices may rise and shipments from other cities are being arranged to ease shortages.
A supreme court judge named David resigns stating that divorce cases are a burden. He cites no longer being willing to preside over divorce matters and suggests the topic attracts others, with unclear references to personal motives and unrelated names.
Reports from Corry Rod event at the Armory detail scores and participants, including Swan, Dit Boubwell, I. Bwan, Alvurgon, Rickenson, Stokyson, Fogel, and others. Rev A M Melutyro led performances with parishioners attending North Center Avenue and Wisconsin streets.
Residents report Wilson's candidacy visible in the April ballot as local officials prepare for the presidential race. A community meeting notes Wilson's name will appear prominently before voters as primary considerations unfold.
The M. E. choir under De. Williams presents Stainer's Crucifixion in a service at night. Norma Li Williams plays piano with organist Hgrrigt Av Histon. program lists hymns and responses featuring the choir and soloists across multiple movements.
United Press reports a coal wage increase forecast as mine operators push higher prices to cover the new wage costs. The plan seeks a multi year agreement totaling up to 200 million dollars annually, with committees discussing a post Easter proposal after a conference near the end of May.
Telephony gas and water workers struggle with heavy removals causing traffic jams. Over sixty families relocated in the city with many transfer teams and wagons pressed into service. Crews conduct final motor readings as the rush continues, creating a roopell breaker of work.
The first month of private railroad operation ends with nationwide complaints about severe car shortage. Industries including manufacturers and shippers blame high costs and limited supply for the shortages, indicating ongoing logistic strains as the system shifts to private management.
Local residents gear up for Passover, a spring festival linked to Exodus themes. Observance varies from Reform to Orthodox, with renewal of liberty messages echoing ancient liberation.
Bandits robbed a Swift & Co payroll on the Kansas Missouri bridge at dawn, getting about 30000 dollars. The hold up occurred as workers attempted to cross, with spectators watching from the bridge. The robbers fired a shot and escaped on foot into nearby areas.
The House Foreign Affairs Committee endorsed a resolution for peace with Germany as Republicans push the measure amid a Democratic challenge. President Wilson’s approval cited, with the panel to prepare action for the floor and a rules committee review expected to shape timing.
City records show 60 transfers in March the highest level for the period. Notable transactions include Mary P Blair W W Blair to O R Etter residence on West Pleasant Street and W W Blair wife to Mary The Muntiey on Lamon Street with other transfers listed across West Wayne East Wayne and Spring streets.
Supt A Klein division ticket agent H T Baird and others met for a conference. The meeting discussed several potential changes though no claims were filed. Work continued on the lines and the roads while discussions proceeded.
A fragmented dispatch from London describes a Turkish rebel leader waging conflict with Britain. The text is garbled but suggests a political or military confrontation and mentions unclear names and dates.
Several good games this week feature the North Corry five confident after a victory and planning another matchup. Mondville and Shamrock clash at Prevbytorian gym as teams vie for city honors with a busy schedule and key players showing fast, snappy ball handling.
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