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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1926

Page

6

Erie Moose Officers Facing Arrest Today

Erie article reports Moose Club officers to be arrested on charges of violating national prohibition laws after a Saturday raid seized thousands of dollars worth of liquor. Agents traced a hidden cellar with William Penn whiskey and wine barrels, amid claims of contraband sold to other clubs unaware of theft. Also noted: Mexican government employees planned to murder President Alles.

Erie Erié Erie Club WW. Marshall Erie District U.S Sixteenth Sassafras Streets Moose Club Erle Grill William Penn Canada

Novel Tilt and Pride Across Classified Columns

A brief note highlights an unusual tilt in the classified pages as readers scan for notices. The column layout appears to guide attention to finance ads, auctions, and public notices, signaling a shift in page design.

Pola Negri Grieved by Valentino Illness

Pola Negri, Valentino's reported fiancée, said she is distressed by Rudolph Valentino's illness. She will visit as soon as her busy filming schedule allows, likely in about ten days, and will travel by train to New York once she can leave work.

United Press Hollywood Calif Rudolph Valentina Pala Negri Ahpik Son Tie Tam Stan Valentino Rudy New York Niss Negri

Lightning strikes home. five escape serious injury

Five members of William Crawford's family in Foutedafs narrowly escaped harm when a lightning bolt struck their dwelling. Ruth Crawford, 13, suffered severe burns while the kitchen and a bedroom were wrecked, according to United Press dispatch from Uniontown, Pennsylvania, dated August 16.

United Press

Miss Lillian Cannon Delays English Channel Swim

Baltimore swimmer Miss Lillian Cannon postponed her planned English Channel attempt at Cape Gris Nez due to unfavorable weather conditions, delaying the weekend effort.

United Press Cape Gris Nez France Lillian Cannon Baltimore English Channel

Moonshine Still Seized Near Bear Lake in Warren County

Authorities raided a large moonshine operation near Bear Lake capturing a twenty quart still and hundreds of empty bottles. Sheriff Night Captain George Haehn and Special Enforc ement Officer McKinney led the raid, with the owner kept secret amid potential further arrests. The prisoner is jailed in Warren County.

Warren County Bear Lake George Haehn Warren Offcer McKinney District Attorney’s Office

Union Service Last Evening at Chautauqua Tent

City churches gathered at the Chautauqua tent on Washington street school grounds for an evening union service. Baptist pastor Rey A L Roth and First M E pastor Rev W B Bartlett joined Rev P J Cleveland of the Christ Anglican alliance on the platform with Superintendent Clifford in charge. Dr Paul Pearson of Swarthmore College spoke briefly and Miss Maude Willis read a dedication piece to Rotary International.

Chautauqua Washington Street Rey A L Roth Baptist Charch W. B. Bartlett M.E P. J Cleveland Christ Ia Aliance Clifford Chaueaugqua Paul Pearson

Farmer Dawley Death Triggers Murder Charge in Crawford County

Karn R Dawley a 43 year old Unton township man died from gunshot wounds inflicted during a July 10 incident at his father in law H L Zimmer’s home. George Stith 70 faces updated murder charges after Dawley’s death. Stith is jailed on 1000 bail following a July 27 hearing. Authorities report a drunken quarrel with Dawley said to have used a chisel. no witnesses were found.

Crawford County Karn R. Dawley Wio H. L. Zimmer George Stith Dawley Stitt Delp. Stitt Crawfrod Suite

Man Injured in Waldameer Bomb Blast at Fireworks Display

Erie Pa August 16 Charles Bercerbo 28 of New Castle Pa president of the Pennsylvania Fireworks Company was hospitalized in critical condition after a salute bomb he lit exploded prematurely during a Waldameer fireworks display Sunday night He was cut burned and knocked unconscious Ambulances were sent to two hospitals but he was taken to a private car for transfer No other injuries reported

Erie Charles Bercerbo New Castle Pennsylvania Fireworks Company Bercerbo Iamot New Castle Company Waldameer

Young mother charged after poison attempt on infant

In Philadelphia on August 10 Sophie Sweret, 18, is held after giving herself and her 17 month old baby poison in an alleged murder attempt. The mother is hospitalized in critical condition while the infant fights for life. Neighbors say the Swerets often argued, though the husband denies it.

Philadelrris Sophie Sweret Sweret

Tehyi Asieh to Speak Tonight at Chautauqua

Dr Tehyi Asieh known as the Teddy Roosevelt of China will speak at Chautauqua tonight. His subject is Awakened China.

Tehyi Asieh Teddy Roosevelt China Roethe Chautwaqua

Reunion of Tubbs Lamona Families Held in City

The Wentystwinth annual Tubbs Lamona Families reunion took place Saturday August 18 at the home of William Tetity on West Sicily Street with 130 attendees. Two births, four betrothals and one marriage were reported. A fine dinner was served and the next meeting planned at the home of Mrs. Cora Rouse. Mr and Mrs Henry were praised for their hospitality.

Tubbs Lamona Willian Tetity Sicily Street Ono Cora Rouse Henry

Move to End Obstructions on Walks and Streets

City authorities and police reported efforts in recent days to curb obstructions on sidewalks and streets caused by automobile dealers parking in front of businesses and blocking walkways. Police and Solicitor Kincaid visited dealers on Saturday, who pledged immediate compliance with Ordinance No. 117 enacted June 2, 1900, prohibiting obstructions on sidewalks with penalties of ten dollars.

Kincaid

Woman 85 Hurt After Fall From Home Roof

Dunkirk reports Mrs Shane Ina Korzeniowski of Nevins Street, aged 85, is hospitalized after an incident Saturday morning at her home. Police and an ambulance attended as neighbors and family were unable to determine what happened. The woman sustained serious injuries and remains under medical care at Ann Hospitals.

Dunkirk Shane Ina Korzeniowski Nevins Street Ann Hospitals Flower Nevinyetrvet Konduet Hadtesind Tn toleVerl

Canned Heat Troubles Bradford In Summer Heat

Bradford news reports locals drink and misuse canned heat as a cheap intoxication amid hot weather. Police note daily sightings of bottle stations and improvised alcohol from heat packets, with residents ignoring warnings and some colluding with vendors.

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Five Injured in Greenville Car Crash

Five Whitaker residents were injured when a car crashed on a wet road near Greenville. Driver Clyde Boost, 41, and four others suffered injuries as responders treated them at the scene.

Greenville Whitaker Lereachine Waller Iioit Dinatine Phaney Lily Liwisiy

Thinking of painting your home this season

A quick home exterior check reveals siding conditions with bare wood, cracking, peeling or spots needing paint. Consider prepping, choosing mood and paint type, and budgeting for a fresh look and lasting protection.

Tot’spr of Min or Bates An 16 el yy

Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and dates with uncertain context. The readable portions hint at a historical record or notice involving Bates and others with references to ages and agreements, but details are unclear and no coherent event or outcome emerges.

Bates AN

Youth gun ringway tale unclear entry

Fragmentary OCR text references youth gun related items and names but provides no coherent event, location, or outcome. Readable pieces mention Wilson, Te piinity, Sea cost, and individuals such as Jamiennluay and Laney AE, but no complete actions or dates emerge.

Wilson On

Fragmented OCR note from a Georgia health-themed item

An unreadable OCR fragment mentions health topics and locations in Georgia. It references a person or group and an unclear activity or event. The text is garbled with multiple misspellings and stray fragments. No coherent event or facts are extractable.

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