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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1926
Page
1
United Press reports the Doheny oil lease conspiracy case draws to a close as closing arguments begin. Judges will then charge the jury, with witnesses and prosection rebuttals already delivered in a tense trial.
The Rt Rev John G Wart Bishop of Erie will make a special visit to Emmanuel Church Sunday morning arriving to be present at the church school session and address the children. He will also attend the vespers and confer confirmations and baptisms tomorrow followed by a vestry meeting Monday at eight.
In New York City last night Nicholas Murray Butler, president of Columbia University, spoke at the Ohio Society annual dinner. He named the capital of the United States as Westerville, the home of the Anti Saloon League, and referred to its influence in reform efforts.
The schedule shows WB IVE Best Radio featuring Wagner opera Die Walküre acts 2 and 3 with Walter Damrosch on WHA Springfield and WGY. Also Boston Symphony Orchestra, Minneapolis Chorus, and Grahu Mace Name and Artists listed with times around 8 PM Central across Chicago WLS and Atlantic City station 1300. A National Bavarian Dance program is noted on another route.
United Press reports the Republican conference moved to restore Lynn Frazer and reassign committee posts. Frazer to chair Indian affairs. Northrup of Nebraska to lead the judiciary committee. McNary to head agricultural committee as assignments were made in executive session. The 10th slate was not finished and another meeting was planned.
United Press reports Kenneth G. Ormiston will surrender to authorities with a proper warrant but will oppose extradition to the Pacific Coast. Asa Keyes of Los Angeles wired Chicago police to arrest Ormiston, a former Philadelphia radio operator, as extradition proceeds.
In Harrisburg on December 11, the State School Retirement Board must continue disability compensation to a former teacher who retired for disability even after her marriage. The Attorney General’s Department ruled the retirement pay continues until the disability is removed, applying to Esther Johnson of Pittsburgh who retired last September and subsequently married.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Damcott Jones American Legion post at Clymer collects gifts for disabled veterans and their children for Christmas. They ask helpers to drop toys candy and other articles at Wal Schmitts and Necker Brothers store in Tiymen.
Police say a Black man acting suspiciously drew a public safety item and fired two rounds into Officer Joseph Bell, 98, in Philadelphia. Bell collapsed and two more shots were fired, missing the assailant. Bell, a father of five, was believed dying by hospital doctors as police rounded up more than fifty suspects.
United Press reports Washington struggles as Congress enters its session with multiple probes and a pending election investigation. Senate committees aim to solidify Republican ranks. some leaders oppose elevating insurgents to key chair positions, hoping to delay action until after broader Senate moves.
United Press reports Judge George W English of Milingiy quashed proceedings against Toomer Vet erns. English resigned days before his impeachment trial was to begin in the Senate. The House adopted a resolution instructing its Board of Managers to inform the Senate court of impeachment, signaling a push to press charges further.
The Secretary of Commerce would gain authority to regulate radio and broadcasting stations, including wavelengths and the number of stations permitted. The resolution, introduced in the Senate by Democrat Louis Copeland of New York, was referred to the Interstate Commerce Committee.
City officials move to halt trains passing in opposite directions over mile crossings on Renovo division. Mayor Bracken orders notices to crews, threatens fines or arrest for continued violations. Council reads third reading of a funding bill while railroad changes face city protests over crossing safety and signaling.
On Monday the court will begin presenting evidence in the degree murder case against Pnt McDarmonet, charged in the slaying of Don R. Mellett, editor of the dant Daily. The proceedings start after preliminary remarks by prosecutors and defense. The case centers on allegations tied to the editor’s death and the motive behind it.
General J S Cumming told Congress that health conditions across the United States are very satisfactory with the nation free of plagues and communicable diseases in general decline during the fiscal year ended June 30. Citizens are taking better care of their health overall.
Rome dispatch reports a deadly fire at Apullo rabarets haunt of Unuiriats. High flames engulfed the pen and woodwork, trapping women in dressing rooms and blocking exits. Four victims perished in the blaze as responders struggled to reach them.
The meeting of the Marry Mote Chiby organization last evening elected a board of governors to guide the club for three years. Members include CP Brown GW Patterson James J Wright and others for two years W E Marsh A E Griswott Dan Depew Stanley Nichols nine year terms Rass Charles Dahlstrand and Walter L Peshe. The board will select officers and organize soon. Mayor Bracken reported on traffic regulation efforts and LUBA influence. A buffet luncheon followed the voting, described as one of the most enjoyable in months.
One man died and two others were badly wounded when four bandits armed with guns and automatics robbed a Detroit street today. They escaped with about $4,000 after trying to cash checks at a nearby factory. The dead man was Sam Reace a waiter who died from shotgun wounds. Ralph ODel a second waiter was in serious condition with gunshot wounds to the abdomen.
A three foot gap in the dam at Cymer Power Corporation caused loss of electric light and power in Mymer today. Officials rushed repairs as heavy rains undermined the structure and there were fears of prolonged curtailment if rainfall did not relieve the mill pond. The plant’s bailer previously failed weeks ago and new equipment isn’t due until early next year.
General Charles Miller files libel suit in Mercer county court seeking 3000 dollars punitive 2000 dollars compensatory damages over a December 4 item alleging a relationship with Miss Alves McCir of Omaha. Miller denies knowing her and says he did not consent to publication. Case to be heard at February common pleas term if tied to trial calendar.
Altoona December 1 A Pennsylvania Railroad Red Arrow express train No 6 pulled into the train shed at night with speed only slightly reduced The conductor Hess pulling the emergency brake cord halted the train Investigation showed C B Cram of Harrisburg found unconscious in his seat badly hurt and died after admission The train under perfect control a few miles east of the station A swinging boxcar on a passing train is blamed for the head injury causing death An investigation is under way.
Washington lawmakers clash over using the current surplus to reduce the public debt rather than pursuing a temporary tax cut. Representative Tilson argues for applying any excess beyond government needs to debt reduction, while opposing calls for a permanent tax revision in the short session.
New York with daylight late today as a dense fog and smoke blanket lower Manhattan. Tops of skyscrapers show only office lights. unsighted buildings vanish beyond four stories. Traffic incidents rise. ferry and street delays disrupt morning rush.
The wartime Chicago mayor candidate William Hale Thompson outlined a tough platform promising to discharge any police officer who enters a home or business without a warrant. He stressed defending the Volstead Act and search and seizure limits, and pledges a strict enforcement stance. Naomi Bartlett visits Meadville over the weekend with friends.
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