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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1925

Page

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Trial date set in Wheeler murder mystery near Greenville

Police report a vehicle linked to the Wheeler murder was found near Greenville Shepherd. Authorities identified a victim in or near the automobile wheel area and pursued suspects, noting the crime occurred on a night highway between Vitchburgh and Erie about twelve miles from here. Officers expect more details as the case unfolds.

Greenville Wu Valley Vitchburgh Erie Locke Lythe

Corry Boy in Naval Squadron War Messages

Frederick W Purkhupa recently joined the U S Navy and is attached to a destroyer squadron bound for Hawaii. He writes of voyage hardships and fleet sightings in a dispatch home, noting training, traffic, and a departure schedule likely to return in September.

Naval Squadron Frederick Parkhurst Hawaiian Waters Antares Hawaii Gores Hue Phykhuret Sonté San Diego

Dirigible with 20 Aboard Adrift Off Dutch Coast

A large airship carrying twenty crew members is crippled and adrift near Nor Snoorings at Pathan after a gale. The craft struggles in heavy rain with torn tin and hull damage as observers near Lowestoft report the vessel four miles off the Holland coast northwest of Amsterdam amid strong winds.

Lowestoft Eng Tor Nor Snoorings Pathan Ogg North Aus Saftey Holland Amster

Woman Admits Poisoning 104 Children in Shocking Confession

Mrs Anna Cunningham, 60, pleaded to charges amid a midnight confession claiming she poisoned four of her children to join her deceased husband. She alleged she poisoned many others over six years, including Isabell and Walter, with arsenic and other substances, while a daughter May witnessed the admission in the sheriff’s office.

Gary Anna Cunningham Cunningham Alewthe Mir Gunaiggham Tiarryg David Chicags Tase Dansk Chile May Syearoll Rapper Sherif Larry Amy Harry Teatetle Lanbelle Poiton Isabell Tarry Walter

Tragic Runaway Train Crash Leaves Teens Dead and Injured

At Hollidaystuary near Altoona two teens Russel White age 18 and Thomas Ferguson were seriously injured when a heavy runaway freight car crashed into their car struck by the freight train. Joseph White age 11 was also injured as he fled the wreck.

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Cailla u x named for Finance post in French cabinet

Paris reports Edouard Herriot as leader of the Radical group endorsing Joseph Caillaije for Minister of Finance. Caillaije asks for confidence, Radical Republicans grant it, and he accepts. Painlevé plans to complete the cabinet tonight.

Paris Raiieal Seciiliet Fry Chamber of Deputies Edouard Merriot Jeader Jorsuph Caillaije Finance Caillans Schetule Ists Painleve Tate

Kiwanis delegate named for international convention

Rev W E Bartlett named to represent the Kiwanis Club of the city at the international Kiwanis convention in St Paul this June. The club held its regular meeting at the Blue Bird restaurant where resolutions praised Ensign John Brunner on transfer to Oil City.

St. Paul W. E. Bartlett Kiwanis Club Ity St Paul Renlar Blue Bird John Brunner Fom Salvation Army Oil City Girl Scout Kiwaitis Maslin Greenville Cla Greasville Haslam Greenville

Jonathan Lodge No 685 Inducts New Officers

A large gathering attended the installation of Jonathan Lodge No 685 officers. District Deputy Grand Master W S Stratford presided with Erie members as guests. New officers installed included Hobart M Wall Vice Grand Lavern Miller Warden Grant Pettit Chaplain Charles Thomas B A Williams and others. Miss May Howard visited Warren for a brief stay with her sister.

Jonathan Lodge Incheon Corry Lodge Ofice W. S. Stafford Eriewin Thin City Erie Noble Ground Hobart M. Wall Lavern Miller Grant Pettit Veter Ora Charles ‘Thomas Noble Grand M Cadburgs B.A. Williams Inside Guardian Willam Johnson Guardian Jerry Munsee Paul Ornhelt Baward Champion

Shepherd pleads not guilty in murder of wealthy ward

In Chicago on April 1 1920 Shepherd pleads not guilty to murder charges in the death of his wealthy ward Billy McClintock. Defense seeks to quash the long indictment while the prosecution objects. Court indicates trial will begin soon with judge to set schedule.

United Press Chicago e-Wilfians Shepherd Pot Nile Billy McClintock Wal Tam Furtuye Willan Seute Stewart Jorge Jacks Inter

Woman's Club Organization Progresses in City Meeting

Plans advance for forming a Woman's Club with Miss Mary Condra elected president. A draft constitution was approved, by laws to be drafted, and a membership drive set with active dues of 5 dollars and associate dues of 10 dollars. Charter remains open until October 11 with a 5 dollar initiation fee after then.

Woman's Club Stolook Sil Mary Condra Mes Morrie Bernster G.N. Roberts Katheryn Ryan Alise Wight Club Boius Frank, Wilcox Mire Allie Taylor R. Tiffany Charles Stewart Municipal Lab Movemant

Corry Motor Club Meets Friday Evening

The Corry Motor Club will hold a meeting in the Municipal Building Friday evening. Secretary Patterson expects to have AAA cards available and urges all members to attend as matters of importance will be discussed.

Motor Club Corry Motor Cliu Patterson

Corry Negro Goes On Trial At Pittsburgh

A Ville White of Corry Pa known as the Choker stands trial in Pittsburgh on charges of robbery and attempting robbery. State witnesses testified White grabbed three women in Squirrel Hill district February 24 and 25, stealing a gold watch valued at 75 dollars, a diamond brooch worth 860, and other valuables. District Attorney A S Oliver prosecutes. White claims the watch was bought from a stranger the night of arrest.

United Press Pittsburgh Avile White Corry Kann Xan Courtney Real Fu Squirrel White Hiamond Mies Mable Susharis Hier Hire Amiplant A. S. Oliver

State Legislature Adjourns Sine Die in Harrisburg

The Pennsylvania General Assembly adjourned sine die on April 10, 1925, amid singing and farewells. The session, one of the shortest on record, saw the Senate close 20 minutes before the House as final business was stalled by a conflicting counsel report.

United Press Harrisburg General Assembly of Pennsylvania Senate

Sister of Corry Man Injured in Auto Accident

Miss Anne Healey of Warren, sister of Johnny Hedley, was badly hurt in an early morning crash on the Warren road when a car left the road and struck a telephone pole. George Sarvis, library theatre manager, suffered a fractured leg and facial gashes. he may face amputation, while Healey is reported in critical condition with potential internal injuries.

Anne Healey Warren Johny Hedley Healy Wirrett Condittoy Mixes Healey George Sarsik Miss Meatoy Sncident Waren Miss Healey Sarvis

Assault and Battery Cases Heard in Local Court

Two assault and battery cases were heard before Alderman Gu. Gordon yesterday. Momer Jones was placed under $800 bond to keep the peace. Andy Mekrin was also bonded after charges tied to a farmer named Cox living north of the city. Cox charged Meketa with tracking him with a bundle.

Assant TL. Gordon Momer Jones J. W. Webster Andy Mekrin Cox Meketa

New Drivers Examined by State Patrol in Meadville

Four members of the State Highway Patrol conducted driving examinations for new drivers in Meadville this morning and afternoon. Sergeant Smoot and Patrolman Water tested applicants, while Enjmere Putnam traveled to Warren later for a brief business visit.

State Highway Patrol Shin Sharing Smoot Meadville Eenjmere Putnam Warren

Local Firms Move to New Quarters in City

Several businesses shift locations on West Main and North Center streets. J Wy Campbell relocates to Graves building. Theobald Flittner plans a new meat market. American Billiard Parlors & Boath Center move to Keane block. Riley and Riley relocate first floor offices. Wing and others undertake extensive remodeling while operations adjust with display windows and reorganized store layouts.

J. Wy Campbell Hiss Graves West Main Street Campbell Omeyp Theobald Flittner George's West Mainstreet Boath Center Ste Hive Keane Riley Roms Jamies Wright North Center Street Wright Real R. E. Palmer North Canter Street Hhe Windlow Wing Willi Frank Litz Litz

Lukeman to Finish Confederate Memorial

New York sculptor August Lukeman has been commissioned to complete the Stone Mountain Memorial to Confederate heroes. He succeeds Gutzon Borglum, dismissed over contract issues, and will begin immediate work on the models to replace the destroyed scenes after Borglum’s discharge.

Solon Charged With Misuse of Senate Office

Federal court in Great Falls opens jury selection to try Senator Burton B. Wheeler on charges of misusing his Senate office. Judge Frank S. Dietrich presides as lawyers clash over political bias and witnesses begin testimony for both defense and prosecution. Wheeler pleads not guilty as veniremen enter the jury pool amid courtroom tension.

Federal Court Hoon Great Falls Mont Burton B. Wheeier Frank S. Dietrich Rent Teader Washington Montara O'Leary Ward Wheeler Stewart St Paul Minn Tps Wieclér Dietrich

Van Sweringen may be called to testify in merger case

April 16 Orris P. Van Sweringen former Cleveland newsboy may testify before the state Commerce Commission about the 600 million railroad merger he and his brother are engineering. J J Bennet president of the Nickel Plate was set as first witness in the session. The merger aims to create a new eastern trunk line to aid public interest and industrial development. Edward Silves son of Mr and Mrs Silves from RD 1 underwent severe surgery at Corry Hospital yesterday with a favorable prognosis

United Press Washington Orris P. van Sweringen Cleveland Ohio Inthe State Commerce Commission Mantis C. B Ehnire van New Nickel Plate New York Central Pennsylvania Baltimore and Ohio Edward Ha Silves Corry

Five Best Radio Features Across Major Stations

A listing of prominent radio features and programs across multiple stations including WCCO in Minneapolis Detroit stations and WLW in Cincinnati. Highlights include organist Harry Nichols and various quartets and orchestras performing at scheduled times.

WEAP New York WCCO Minneapolis St Posts WOC Davenports WSAT Cincinnati Detroit Wear Cleveland WEEI Boston WJAR Providence WPI Philadelphia WCAG Pittsburgh WOR Buffalo Atwatan Kent Silvertown Orchestra WME Memphis Harry Nichols WLW Cooper Orchestra Mile

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