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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1911
Page
2
An exchange asserts about 100 children in Washington D.C. have been barred from public schools due to Luberca Aosis. The claim ties the health condition to school access amid ongoing public concerns.
An unknown man died after choking on food at the Athens restaurant, Fourteenth and Peach streets, while being taken to Hamot Hospital. An ambulance rushed him to the hospital but he gasped and died en route. The body was sent to Berkenkamp's undertaking rooms awaiting identification. Restaurant staff recall the man as a former cattle owner who spoke of his holdings.
Avia tor Rodgers completed the final leg of his cross continental flight landing on the Pacific shore at Long Beach California. He began the trip in Compton after a fall on November 13 left him injured. About sixty thousand people witnessed the finish as his machine touched the sand and rolled into the surf. Rodgers stated the Atlantic to Pacific crossing took three days ten hours and fourteen minutes.
The Confession, seen at the Library on Wednesday December 18, features noted names including Mortimer Snowdon Clifford Dempsey and William Sheehan. James Halleck Reid's play explores themes of church, confession, love, hate, and revenge with uplifting purpose and dramatic power.
Three lake sailors reported a companion named King dead after a freight incident near Silver Creek New York. A telegram from Dunkirk later identified Fred King, 60 years old, of 04 Ohio Street Buffalo, found on Lake Shore tracks east of Van Buren. Coroner took charge as identification followed through papers in pockets.
The Home Watchmen have elected officers for the ensuing year. Commander Gretsch Vier. Wit and Marshal James Tuturno. Recorder John Sullivan. Treasurer Mrs. Groth. Patroller James Tuturno. Sentinel Mrs. McNulty. Warden Mrs. Kally. Musician Mrs. Rhodes. Drillmaster Ed Wountain. Supervisors: John Ithe, Eugene Mortal, and W. Hasbrouck serving terms of 3, 2, and 1 year respectively.
Attorney Mino said he will ask for arrest of judgment and a new trial for the Piplies convicted of aggravated assault with intent to kill Louis Rose. Ross remains at Wherry as authorities have not moved, and a court contempt issue was raised after an earlier discharge by Judge Hinesley.
Warren Pa December 3 O C Sparks found not guilty by jury in Quarter Sessions after about 40 minutes deliberation. Jury charged the provoutor Ira Withama with three fourths of costs remaining one fourth to be paid by Sparks, who faced charges for failing to report collection of fees as Corydon collector. The case drew wide attention due to the defendant and complainant's prominence before the board of supervisors.
Big money for furs and hides proclaims Corry Hide and Fur Co. The ad invites beef hides horse hides and raw furs seeking the best price. It directs readers to the receiving department on Kinley Alley rear of City Hall Corry Pa opposite Taylor's Livery Berliner Building the largest dealers in the East.
Three men held in Cleveland for the Cohen diamond robbery identified via recovered key and recovered goods. George Brutford, Judson Hogan, and George Taylor linked to the theft. Harry Frogai identified in the window. Alderman Bassul issues warrants as detectives pursue extradition and remand papers.
In Warren Ma December 1 the jury found John and Mike Pipies guilty of assault and battery in a case tied to a former murder charge. They were sentenced to hard labor in the Western penitentiary with terms not less than nine months nor more than three years and fined ten dollars with costs. Additional sentences include Ley Latley Lovie for larceny from Warren Credit Company two months in jail and a 50 dollar fine, John McDonough for larceny 350 fine and six months in jail, and George Gray for assault and battery 40 dollar fine plus costs. A separate case against Mike Mlaberty versus Bud Crippen over apples involved costs assigned to the defendant.
Erie Pennsylvania reports that John J. Selbert former Mint ward representative may seek the assembly seat held by F J Detzel in the second district. Miles Kitts has announced and is gathering signatures for a primary ballot, signaling a contest with Selbert and party leaders watching closely for who gains the field.
The newly elected county officials will be sworn in the first Monday in January. Most old officials were reelected with little change. New district attorney J. Orly Wait and two county commissioners J. W. Waterfonie and Joseph Rogan hail from this city. Commissioner Great Bruich was reelected for a third term. Vincent B. Gitford is named as district attorney nominee. Judge Benson will take a ten year term sworn in by Judge Walling.
In Franklin, Hegles steward, Carmichael, faced trial for belting liquor without expense. Judge Delawell relieved a prior sentence, then later imposed a $500 fine and three months in county jail. Attorneys pursued an appeal, with certiorari needed before bond and release. Meanwhile, the steward remained in sheriff’s custody.
The Amuse! presents two notable acts this evening a Rural Conqueror comedy starring Florence Lawrence and Arthur Johnson and a top biography The Long Road. The bill promises a strong program with both entertainment and depth for cinema goers.
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