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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1923
Page
6
Prize list for the 1923 gun club event is revealed with numerous lenders and itemized trophies. Names such as Harttag, Sallis, Navit Haver, and Parkhurst appear among a long roster of contributors and prize items. The document lists leather goods, silver pieces, and various shooting-related rewards tied to sponsors, merchants, and exhibitors.
In Harrisburg the bill advances to the appointive committee after a motion to recommit for further consideration. The measure proposes a $73 million appropriation tied to compulsory service and wartime mobilization efforts, while labor figures warn of strain from longer workweeks and shifted hours.
An incident at a Salvation Army meeting in Hornell centers on disputes over use of a city hall for a Ku Klux Klan gathering. Ensign Myers Neilan and Ensign Nelson faced protests as organizers claimed access, while officials argued the hall was used improperly.
District Deputy Master of Norgh East announces installation of new officers. Ceremony will include a pledge and conferral of positions. Members and attendees to confirm presence at the event.
Italian Verdi selection Triumphal March from Aida highlighted in a music memory contest. The piece is praised for dramatic color and grand orchestration as audiences reminisce on Verdi’s Italian genius.
Erie detectives arrested a man tied to a fake oil stock scheme using Oklahoma Utilities. The suspect, from New York City, used multiple aliases including Steve Noksic. Investigations traced the ruse to West Virginia with associates already jailed there.
A suspect accused of selling a fake scheme to defraud residents in the area was arraigned on a heavy charge. He appeared after a hearing, with bail set at 1200 dollars, and faced a formal count related to obtaining funds through deceit. The incident centers on a $6000 alleged loss from local residents.
The Wighomval Circle concluded a discussion on etiquette in daily life and society, noting its relevance to national character and class behavior. Mrs. TS Rogers returned from a two month trip to New York City Philadelphia Atlantic City and other points for the meeting.
The Ape meeting of the New Era Club was held at Meg M s home on North Center Street with a loyal attendance. After the business session the evening was devoted to sewing for the Needlework Guild and refreshments were served. The May meeting will be hosted by Mrs Vaughn on Smith Brook and will be a four course supper.
Wilkes Barre plan shows hospital directors across Pennsylvania moving to oppose Governor Pinchot s proposed statewide cuts. A meeting in Scranton and signals from Philadelphia indicate readiness to unite under the Welfare association and the State Hospital Association to resist reduced appropriations.
John Ty Ward proprietor of the Washington street market has again earned praise from Swift and Co for heavy sales. The market reports unusually high patronage and is cited as one of the largest handlers of Swift hams in the territory. Records show Premium Ske Lam sales totaling about 1,000 pounds per month.
Hoke Foster MU, furmer newspaper man, was held under $10,000 bail in Wilkes Barris after a powder plant near Hari threatened explosion. Scouts aided firefighting and authorities pursued fraud charges tied to Wyoming coal firm promoters. Several associates to be arrested. records show prior criminal ties in Detroit Cleveland and Atlanta.
Penns crude oil prices fell by 25 cents per barrel touching 4.76 at U Penn refinery with Somerset, Hedinin, Went, and Corning figures changing little or remaining at 1.40 while unrelated domestic scene notes Bobby’s sudden distress at a toy incident and the family reaction.
Thomas Costello, 69, passed away this morning at home near Rouch Tossing. Survived by wife Margaret and children John, Jar nil Michael, Mos. Janitor lurk, and others. Funeral at Thomas church Saturday at 2:30 AM with interment in local cemetery.
Fragmentary OCR lists people and places with unclear roles. Names such as Mrs i 1, Mr, Sheri Menu, Miss Berth appear amid messy phrases. No clear event details, dates, or locations are decipherable from the readable text.
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