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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1911
Page
2
A Pillsboro paper called the Andrews case the most mysterious in state crime history, while the Warren Times countered that while 11 remains unclear it may enter history as the rottenest case.
A county committee and the County Highway Superintendent inspected a Rahuty road paving project about a mile and a half south of Duncown Ino. The $35,000 work cost the county $4 per rent. inspectors found the job satisfactorily completed under the War State Highway Department oversight.
Joseph Alix, employed in the Franklin unite yard owned by M. Carnick, was killed yesterday when his trousers were caught by a wheel. He was seen entering work at 7 o'clock, and his body became wedged between the wheel and tank, mangled beyond description.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions an inland sea concept with unclear names and numbers, lacking clear event, date, or persons to identify.
The Warren murder case centers on John M. Andrews convicted of killing Billo Amann on January 7. Defense seeks a new trial, citing newspaper editorial pages and affidavits. Erie, Venango or Crawford counties may be chosen for the new trial venue.
Frank Smock, a young farmer from Crawford County, was robbed by two strangers in Meadville after a barroom invitation. They drove to the outskirts, assaulted him, and took $85 as he tried to chase and fight back. He received care from a doctor after the beating. Authorities describe the assailants as unknown visitors likely from Meadville.
Andrew Carnegie releases Andrew Toth from munition terms after serving life for murder. Toth was pardoned and ordered released with a private pension. he will rejoin his wife, whom he had not seen in years, at Haddock.
Abduction and forgery charges tied to a plan to elope the Panama area couple. A 16 year old daughter of NIS employer in Pausing fled with the farmer’s son, forging names on checks. The pair traveled toward Buffalo and ending in ashore, aided by alleged accomplices.
A thief or thieves stole a 400 dollar book containing valuable bank certificates and cash from J. W. Johnson’s home at 810 Parade, Erie. The theft occurred last night while the family was absent, with the report filed and police investigating.
The Corry track hosts the second race day with strong crowds and fast times. In the 2:20 pace Little Mary leads Lydia Carson and Dima! with 2:276 1-4 in both heats. The 2:15 pace ends with Frame Greed beating Harry Hill in heat two with a 2:11 4-4 final.
A youth sustained injuries when a blank cartridge exploded from a pistol in a moment of mishandling. Eyewitnesses report the device discharged as the youth attempted to handle the weapon, prompting concern for safety practices and prompting a local investigation.
A bill of fare lists a menu set at the ice track including dinner items such as roast beef with Pinkerton sauces and desserts. Names like Somp Butler, Hiulalo Wood, Venetablen Kelvey, and others appear in the list alongside various treats and drinks.
In Westfield on August 1 Raymond Richardson ten, son of Burl Richardson, was struck by an automobile driven by Thomas Mosher, owner of Westfield Lumber and Coal Co. He attempted to dash across the street and was run over, breaking a leg. Dr Ralph Willey attended the injured boy.
Frank Crocker aged 18, a resident of LeBoeur town Whip Hilo county, committed suicide at home near Mill Village. He reportedly drank carbolic acid after health woes. his wife attempted aid, but he poured the remaining poison into another bottle before retiring. He died shortly after.
Races at Corry featured favorites winning in each event. Winners included Mindy Sim, Pincerton, and Bent time ti with close Showings by Mindy Sim second and Cameron third. Drifted results list multiple horses and trainers with times and purses noted.
A garbled note describes ongoing thefts at Weat Apting Creek Ind Inst and the store of H. B. Wi wus. It hints a suspect aided by others and mentions a loss of goods, though details are unclear.
Local market headline notes new tol of Silver Lent Plouis to use in Corry with price listed at 4.50 per sass. Damon's Holla Made Brend Gow Jour mt 226 Went Wayne street cited in notice about merchants Lyons and Murray.
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