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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1926
Page
1
United Press reports minor disorders in Mexico sparking calls for intervention amid church versus state tensions. Protests flare in several cities with clashes between factions as authorities try to restore order.
The report describes a Rotary Club outing at Hindley Lake with polo, cricket and mill sports, a plan for dinners, and praise for Dr Kiblen's hospitality. It highlights lively entertainment and a generous reception, marking a successful society event.
Hy United press reports Britain weighing government estimate on war claims in London. A September decision was noted by the Glate department today as talks resumed with Amesl and other parties.
Radio listings highlight top features including Tacit Station Drama, Detroit Symphony, and Arthur Pryus in Silver town. Stations WEAR WOR WBAU and central standards present music and talk with varied schedules, while Atlanta’s central show marks a late night program.
A mangled report notes numerous fatalities from floods affecting Elopso and surrounding areas. Details are scarce. casualties and locations are mentioned but unclear due to damaged OCR. Authorities and hospitals are referenced without coherent specifics.
Program details for the 2008 Chautauqua offering announced with opening events planned at local sites. Speakers, committees, and schedule items referenced include community venues and anticipated activities for the upcoming week.
An eastbound Pennsylvania railroad train sideswiped a Pullman sleeper attached to the northbound section near Wayton Aug 5. Conductor Craig of Newport Kentucky was treated at a hospital but not seriously hurt. The collision halted traffic on the main and branch lines for two hours.
A 40 year old, identified only as Tack Brown of Borin, fell from a sixth floor window at the Benjamin Franklin Hotel. Officials found no baggage and removed all identifying marks from his clothing. hotel staff reported the incident as a fatal plunge with no immediate explanation.
A city power company faces blame as electrical storms cause multiple breaks in the lighting service. Officials say storms in recent days disrupted lines, though the firm promises to avert further trouble.
Philadelphia August report shows 800,000 Knights of Columbus urge President and State Department to intervene in Mexico’s church dispute. They condemn Calles policies as hostile to Americans, demanding protection and equal treatment for U S citizens. The U S State Department says it cannot intervene in another sovereign nation’s internal affairs.
Governor Gifford Pinchot rode to the National Guard camp at Milford for the annual summer encampment review. More than four thousand soldiers from the state passed in review while Pinchot observed maneuvers and then departed by motor to Milford.
Article notes remodeling near Horny block on Nort Centar street with first storerooms ready. Gast Pinohy plans to relocate Mib Hiya parlors to a remodeled space north of Lie stat, opening to the second floor. Byerete Racket fore may take remaining rooms as moving arrangements finalize.
Fire destroyed the Conneautville hotel unoccupied at the time. The blaze damaged a frame building with two stores, once known as the Sais House, partly covered by insurance. Owned by Heh Collin.
The steel work for the new garage built by J. fh Paterson on East Main Street is well advanced. First floor walls are completed and steel trusses are being erected. The project will open early in the fall with a ramp at Mill Street granting easy access to the second floor storage.
Washington, Aug. 1 American money markets will not open to France until the United States ratifies the Branco American debt pact, Acting Secretary of the Treasury Winston said today. The move reflects the new stance on lending and debt relations between the two nations amid ongoing ratification efforts.
Washington Aug. 5 The interpeal revenue district covering Delaware New Jersey Maryland and Pennsylvania reports more tax dodgers than any other region. Investigators catch 90 008 special tax evaders and 1 504 miscellaneous false filings. The group evaded about 9 102 041 in taxes and withheld more than 68 000 in back taxes from the states with tax offices in Philadelphia.
A metal clad airship project is outlined with plans for a fall start. Navy officials indicate work continues on the dirigible with metal hull and propulsion details to be finalized.
A United Press report describes a court case in which a Japanese boy, Bin En Mup, 16, was sentenced to months in prison after a supposed theft tied to a missionary incident. A witness noted the boy's bow and expressions amid alleged financial involvement totaling $950 to the mother and boy.
Miami reports authorities prepare to quash manslaughter charges against Baroh Michael Rogie Garrett, a Russian muhlframe whom investigators describe as tied to a complex, troubled case involving his wife and a death that may have been worsened by poverty or other influence.
A car crash near Amoury left two men dead and several injured. Local residents Brower and Browne are named in early reports, with Clyde Browne among the injured and authorities beginning inquiries.
Mrs. Gilbert Peterson, about thirty three, drank iodine at dawn in the First Ward. Neighbors found her and applied antidotes as police arrived. She remains under care with relatives at her home as recovery is expected, but threats of further self harm linger.
Secretary of the Treasury Andrew W. Mellon seeks attention to Europe’s economic condition. Grandi meets Hewstimermen in a weekly conference as Mellon travels to Italy to see his daughter Mrs. David Byne and focus on the European economy.
Aug 5 five workers injured when a chemical blast wrecked Sharpless Specialty Company laboratory in Philadelphia. chemist Avie Comba was mixing a chemical when it exploded causing a terrific blast. Firemen with gas masks rescued Miss Comline Depford and others stunned by the explosion.
Announcement from Zaliopojus Company states The Rit2 will open to the public in Titusville on Saturday. The event expected to attract many, with prior delays noted and preparations underway in anticipation of the opening.
Chicago August 5 The Illinois probe on campaign funding and alleged manipulation of primary results nears its final session. Witnesses including L. Smith Republican senator and George Salford state supervisor are set to face questioning as the grand jury case unfolds amid disclosures of funds and discrepancies.
Kiwanis club members heard a Chautauqua overview at today's meeting. Paul Graham of Swarthmore presented details of the Chautauqua program opening next week. Harry W Horst of Erie attended as a guest.
Willard Pander, 28, died last night when his car was struck by a Baltimore and Ohio train at the Frisco crossing two miles from Ellwood City. A warning bell rang, leaving no reason for the missed signal. He leaves a widow and two children.
New York reporter Leeresholm offered Rudolph Valentino a six round bout with Isounce gloves in an open letter. Trepholy backed the match saying it would be in behalf of the newspaper editorial fraternity and asked for three months’ time to train.
In Brunswick Georgia on Aug 5 a 15 year old boy Arebis Bagwell died while trying to save scout master Rev. W. E. Smith of Douglas in a drowning incident. Smith later exhausted by his own struggles could not be saved.
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