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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1922
Page
1
Readable fragments describe a local event or notice with unclear details and missing names or dates. The text hints at a brief public notice or classified item but lacks actionable information.
United States and Allies face strong Turkish resistance over protecting Christian minorities in Turkey. Armenian independence and safety remain central issues as wartime diplomacy stalls, with warnings that Turkey will not permit a nationalist Armenian state and aims to limit Armenian migration.
In Jamestown City Court Judge Bargur arraigned Joseph Graziano 80 Harrison Street and others on liquor selling charges. Graziano paid a $250 fine, his daughter paid $100, Cotero $180, and Mary Katina $100. Police found a haul of Hauon at Graziano's place, and reports note a prior grocery store incident on Bask Main Street.
The Corryites attend the 89th annual Pennsylvania Society dinner at the Waldorf Astoria. Honoring new U S Senators from Pennsylvania George Wharton Pepper and David A Reed, speakers include Governor Sproul and Governor elect Pinchot. Notables and guests headlined the event with musical entertainment and a large crowd.
Mrs. George Hi Peck led a campaign as more health bonds were purchased today and yesterday. Subscriptions included eight dollar contributions from Graham, Dr. G J Honnert, Dr. G W Jones, Dix W. McKelvey, and Dr. George G. Pevle, among others.
The Keystone and independent squads halt their season as Armory rental fees surge to over 500 dollars, prompting cancellation of games and practices. City officials announce the Armory board action amid party control, with no compromise on monthly terms.
A Reading Railway train wreck near Port Clinton last night injured many passengers, with coal dust and a broken rail causing the cars to crash and plow into four coaches. Deputy Coroner Wirscheld and Philadelphia officials are investigating. several passengers are named among the dead and injured.
Senate committees hold hearings on subsidies and appropriations amid banking currency and cultural policy debates. A major focus centers on proposed budget items tied to the Justice and State departments, with discussions touching on suspected misconduct and the impeachment process.
A damaged dispatch reports that the American Federation of Labor plans to impeach Attorney General Daugherty. Federation leader Sam Gompers said labor supports three aims in the proceedings and criticized access to all impeachment phases.
A blaze swept the Lake Priest area early morning destroying the Chihture de Phetinent store and neighboring buildings. Total damage runs into thousands with the department store block heavily gutted, plumbing shop and jewelry store damaged, dental office destroyed, and firemen battling for hours to prevent spread.
Delays in seat and organ shipments push the formal opening of St Pauls Lutheran Church to mid January. Construction by HC Miller Co. nears completion but interior fixtures and exterior work halt services until then. Officials praise the architecture and modern church quarters. Opening events to be announced.
The Red Cross chapter held a monthly meeting in the Cameron Block. Miss Sullivan presented November activities including 18 enlistments for the city and talks on health. The chapter supplied clothing and footwear to East Main Street School pupils whose families could not provide. An effort to correct physical defects in school children began with glasses fitting. two pupils accompanied Miss Sullivan to a commission for a specialist.
Muti Batty aun veen Remar J W Baldy of Titusville and Mier Sarah Arthurs united in marriage at 10 oclock Tuesday morning at the Bride’s home, Rev H M T Bate officiating. Groom is a traveling salesman for Dawsnor Bros Wholesale Co. of Big City. They plan a wedding trip to Buffalo and will live at 807 East Main Street upon return.
A young boy testifying in a Muncie Indiana murder case blames a woman for the killings of his uncle Will Shaffer and aunt at their New Canton home. Authorities say jewelry valued at $4,000 was the motive in the crime committed Monday night. The child described the scene with help from investigators as they piece together the motive and timeline.
A chaotic European crisis looms as London conference collapse heightens tensions. The United States weighs responses with White House in close contact, Britain, Germany, and allies signaling reparations and possible action.
Central and eastern states endure record cold with temperatures near or below zero in many cities. Major peaks include Detroit at 8 above, Chicago at 8, and Indianapolis around 1 below zero, while Warren reports a destructive fire at the Crow Leyiols refinery causing heavy losses. The weather slows travel and fuels concerns, with New York seeing 21 degrees and other locales reporting frigid conditions.
Postmaster CS Heatley announced an advisional supply of applications to convert tent saving stamps into treasury certificates. Citizens were urged to present certificates at once as delays could delay cash pay during the holiday mail period. The Post Office faced a backlog and warned that rental workers may be affected for weeks if stamps are not promptly presented.
A damaged OCR item reports on Clemenceau returning to the United States aboard the liner Paris with a tense exchange about when he will speak again. The piece mentions Adrian Bittleberger in Pittsburgh and a local incident on Main Street with J. M. Woodside and William T. Dale.
Reports from Brownsville Pittsburgh New York and Avella detail fatal fires. Victims include Louis Eller and Immett Fainter in Brownsville mining camp barracks fire. In Pittsburgh two children perished in a house blaze on Raymond J Brewkle street. In New York an elderly couple died in a tenement fire while another child perished in a separate blaze. Fire and rescue efforts caused extensive property damage amid severe cold.
Authorities in New York and federal officials indicate the investigation into the William Desmond Taylor murder may restart. They seek to determine if drug distributors or eight prominent movie stars tied to narcotics were involved or knew of any conspirators.
The Birthday Camp Fire Girls held a Tuesday afternoon gathering for fourteen old Comrades and thirty Corps members at the WRC. A Christus tree, banquet, recitations, songs and war stories followed. Mae Carmcke received a $1000 check from Post 70 for the Corp. The event honored members with December birthdays and looked ahead to January meeting.
Directors of Corry Jamestons Manufacturing Company held a meeting yesterday at the offices in Chicago Gary and Boston with officers present. Plans and policies for the coming year were discussed and satisfaction noted with current business and development, as the firm expands its plant and facilities in its field.
Washington December 11 hearings in the Dinigherty impeachment probe resumed with former Attorney General Wickersham and Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor invited to testify. Wickersham’s 1912 letter criticizing the Bureau’s Oregon land fraud jury fixing will be reviewed. Gompers may testify briefly and avoid political speeches per lawmakers.
A Quaero club social at Misa Sarah Powall's home replaced the Christmas party with a birthday celebration marking 24 years since the group's founding. Performances featured The Fickle Professor with Miss Nellie Wight and others, a writing contest, a thronging salad supper, and a decorated birthday cake as centerpieces.
Philadelphia December 13 funeral arrangements for John Wanamaker pioneer merchant are announced. Services will be held Thursday at 2 PM at Bethany Presbyterian Church with interment in the family lot at the churchyard and the vault to be at St James Schuylkill. The family will receive visitors from 10 AM until service time.
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