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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1925

Page

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Raids Targeted Nine Alleged Bootleggers in Warren County

Nine men arrested in a Warren County liquor raid were bound over to court after hearings held at Had Fellows hall. Among those facing charges were Tony Mikawk Georgy Kuen Alex Steck George Rieler Mike Briinexce and others. Two additional violators, Ley Hedo and Mia Barker, had hearings postponed to this afternoon.

Levey Warren County Yoarinis Vinungsville Tony Mikawk Georgy Kuen Alex Steck George Rielér Mike Briinexce Wikcielbs Beinentit Bla Diaswnd John Hinchel Ley Hedo Dugalt Mia Barker Cole Hill Gworge Piet Bouve Wennef Vaungaville Alte Spring Creek Cohiniod Duggal Hay Lisset Tion Youngsville Ian Avesikail LeRoy Eddy

Today’s Five Best Radio Features Highlight Schedule

Radio listings show WGY Schunentudy at 10 30 p m eastern with Haylphits and Dollis House drama. WEY, WOY, and WEAF announce programs including New York Philharmonic, Carmen opera, and School orchestra. Pacific standard and daylight times noted for Los Angeles and New York stations.

WGY Schunentudy Haylphits Dollis House WEY Players New ‘York Pay Pom Doatery New York Philharmonic Orches Los Angeles Pacific standard—Radio- Opera Carmen Oretieatra Wal Mingle Weaf New York Dantern Billy Jones Erne Eat Hare

Bumper crops forecast for buckwheat and corn this year

A Wayne Township farmer and a Journal reporter describe unusually favorable conditions for corn and buckwheat due to recent rains and warm weather. Oats are expected average, hay at 75 percent normal, and potato yields significantly below past years. Alfalfa trials show early promise for higher yields next year, while apples are expected to be unusually light.

Wayne Ann Talyinw Willi Wayne Township de Elice

Tight-Box Ordinance Urged By Citizens

Citizens along First avenue call for a tight box ordinance after a delivery wagon scattered cans along the street. They urge adoption and strict enforcement requiring firms and individuals to use only light wagons for material and debris removal. The matter moves to the city council for an early vote.

First Avenue Gly Sih Materia Denis Vouneil Ag

Dollar Day to Draw Shoppers From Region to Corry

Corry merchants stage first in a series of special sales under the Chamber of Commerce. Thirty merchants join nine big events with an eight page dollar day edition published in advance. Hundreds of copies distributed in Corry and surrounding districts ready for tomorrow’s bargains.

Corry the Journal Asion City Alleround Merchants Chamber of Commerce

Wreck in Colorado Claims Two Firemen and Twelve Hurt

A collision between Denver Rio Grande passenger and freight trains near Taunton Vista Colorado yester eve results in two firemen dead and twelve passengers injured. Engineers jumped from cabs as crash loomed. Investigators probe telegraph operator delay in orders.

United Prew Tuena Vista Golo Denver Rio Grande Trass Neas

Secret probe launched into steamer blast investigation

Federal investigators prepared to open a secret probe into the Mackinaw steamer blast in Narragansett Bay after the death toll rose to 42. Inspector General George Uber will oversee the closed inquiry, with evidence to be presented to a grand jury and manslaughter charges likely against those responsible.

Providence Mackinge Narragansett Bay George Uber Steamboat Inspection Service USI Department of Commerce Oscar Haltzen Uhler Newport Here Newport Naval Hospital Newport Hospital

Unseasonable Cold Wave Sweeps City

A cold air surge hits Corry after days of warmth. Temperatures fall to 30 degrees with sharp drops in St Louis and Madison, Wisconsin. Reports note snow in Oklahoma and firefighters burning rubbish to warm homes as northeast winds chill the region. Forecasters predict moderating temperatures by weekend.

Corry East Middlewest Madison Wis St Paul Minn Separt Gil Shawerd Towa

Polling Place Change Announced for Fourth Ward

Regis trar Will Shields announced a polling place change from the Rex garage on West South Street to the Dodge Garage on First Avenue in the First Precinct of the Fourth Ward. The first registration day is next Thursday and voters are urged to note the new location.

Fourth Rex West South Street Dodge First Avenue Will Shields

Boy Suffers Broken Leg In City Accident

Fred Haesel son of Meg and Mrs Willa Maenel of West Pleasant street suffered a broken leg in a West Main street accident about 1 o'clock this morning. He fell from a rig driven by Mrs Thine Spoon and his leg was caught in a rear wheel spoke. The limb broke above the knee and he received medical care and was resting comfortably later today.

Fred Haesel Byzarold Meg Willa Maenel West Pleasant Street West Main Street Huon

John Sheely Dies in Florida With No Details

Reports confirm John Sheely died in Florida amid court activity surrounding the death of his wife Mrs. Mullie Thlair Sheely. Police and officials noted the body was found by local authorities, with Sheely held for the November term on related charges. He was committed to DeLand jail pending further proceedings.

John Sheely Florida Folin Sheely Cburt Vhs Mra Mullie Corey Aor Sheety Stu Beurine Davtond Bea Deland

Forest Fires Rage Unabated on Coast near Pasadena

Forest wildfires roared through Tijunga canyon ten miles from Pasadena on August 21 as 700 firefighters battled to control the blaze. About 5,000 acres of Angels Reserve suffered fire damage by morning. Twelve men were treated for severe burns at relief stations staffed by Red Cross nurses.

United Press Pasadena Calif Tijunga Canyon Angels Reserve

New Parochial School To Be Dedicated Soon

St Edward's parochial school will be dedicated with formal ceremonies next Sunday at 3 30 PM. Rev A L Meffride of St Ann's Erie will lead prayers and addresses on Catholic education. Opening for 1925 26 term set for Sept 8 with seventy pupils. three classrooms in rear building. Sisters of Mercy will oversee classes. Miss Theodora Cornell returned home to Sherman after a visit.

L. A. McBride Erie St. Edward's School St Edward's Parochial School Order of Sisters of Mere

Requirements for Registration in Pennsylvania Elections

A historical notice outlines voter eligibility: U.S. citizenship for one month, 21 years old by election day, joint property ownership does not guarantee voting rights, must show tie receipt, must own a cowfly tax, one year residency in state, six months residence if returning after leaving, must reside in the precinct two months before election, pay two state or county taxes within twenty two years of age, and be assisted 62 days before the election.

United States Bck Pennsylvania Oes

Voter Registration Rules for Age and Deadline

The notice explains when citizens over twenty one or under twenty two may vote, how to register by affidavit of age, and the importance of avoiding peak days. It notes that those born around November 4 can vote if registered and qualified, with last registration dates and suggested early registration on August 17 to prevent congestion and delays.

Chautauqua Guarantee Met as Course Opens

The Corry Chautauqua opened on Washington School grounds with a full house as the Russian Cathedral Sextette performed a robust concert. Guarantors announced all tickets sold and the guarantee raised, marking a 14 year repeat of meeting the goal without individual subscriptions.

Corry Washington School Weir Henry Chantsuaua Frederic Poole Colume

Troy Bandit Shot to Death in Worcester

Walter Deromer, linked to the noted "Troy" gang, was found dead near a stalled car on Whithan Street at 5:30 a.m. after a five hour gun battle with police. He was struck three times in the chest as officers pursued a trio after a robbery at a local rooming house.

United Press Worcester Mars Walter Deromer Troy Whithan Street Aidle Potiée Derosier

Andrews Increases Prohibition Officials With 24 Appointments

Washington Aug 21 The Treasury secretary Lincoln Andrews announced 24 new prohibition administrators and added a new chief investigator role. Eight area directors, five regional chiefs, and three acting officials are retained from prior regimes while seven appointments are temporary. Walter H. Green named chief prohibition investigator to lead a global bureau. headquarters regions span Maine to Delaware with assignments in New York Boston Philadelphia Baltimore and more.

Washington United States The Treasury Lincoln Andrews Mhynes Aadhin Andloe Global Prohibition Nay Walter H. Green America Hannay Maineshire Vermont Massachusettns Rhode Island Hosticies RB Sins New York Bost Buffalo D. Merrick Uctingh Western Peneyivanty Bittsburgh Frederick Baird Eastern Pennsylvania Philphin—Wilam G Murdock Maryland Distr Columbis Delaware Baltimore Edmund Burinus

Motive of slaying wrapped in mystery unfolds

A coroner's verdict and charges loom in a case involving Jol Gobel a wealthy Miami realtor linked to the fatal shooting of HB Wing also known as Mary de Vitto authorities say the motive remains unclear as details surface from the jail visit and alleged pursuit.

United Press Miami Fin Jol Gobel Huge HB Wing Mary de Vitto

California records new quake shock in Berkeley

A Berkeley earthquake on Aug 2 caused shock readings from UC seismographs. The epicenter and exact intensity remain unclear as observers report tremors felt across the city. J Partridge of Erie noted the event. seismograph data recorded an afternoon quake at 2 visits to a local home.

Berkeley Shiock Lis City Wis University of California J. Partridge Erie

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