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13 Dec 1927
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1927
Page
1
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Washington dispatch reports Secretary of Labor Pagis opening a conference on coal with United Mine Workers led by John L. Lewis in evidence from Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. Operators including John H. Jones of Bertha Consumers Company and Harold Hughes of W. H. Hughes Co attend amid terse remarks on declined invitations. The meeting aims to address productivity and labor relations in the coal industry.
Arrangements for Christmas decorations on Center Street include illuminating ULMe trees on the south side and main thoroughfare. Merchants between Main and South join the effort led by Merle Israelson. Kiwanis Club originated the movement with strong merchant support and aims to continue decorations through Christmas and New Year.
Philadelphia dispatch reports 15 bandits hijacked a Reading freight train near Nashoming Falls early today seizing a $50,000 silk cargo after a pitched gun battle with train crew. Conductor George Daney said the train halted suddenly as brakes were applied, bandits forced their way aboard, several crew members fired in defense and escaped. One bandit is believed wounded. six truck hits noted near the road.
Daniel Campbell of Meadville, employed as engine hostler by the Erie Railroad, escaped with minor injuries when the yard engine nose dived into a pit at the yards. The engine dropped three to four feet, with the tender buried. A Meadville wrecking crew lifted the engine back onto rails. Campbell’s injuries included the left side and right leg. he was treated at Corry Hospital and discharged. Initial reports of fatal injury proved false.
Fifteen persons were injured when two Pittsburgh Railways Co trolleys crashed head on two miles from Tinleyville, Pa at noon today. Company offices did not know the cause. Nearby towns were alerted for physicians as passengers were cut by flying glass or pinned in the wrecked cars.
Dr. BE Maitland surgeon at Spartansburg died at Curry Hospital this afternoon at 3 o clock after an operation weeks ago. He had been improving until about x weeks ago when his condition worsened, ending in his death. Local reports note extended fines and ongoing medical care surrounding the case.
Dr Norman Koontz Titusville Public Schools superintendent spoke to the Rotary Club at the Hotel Corry Wr about education progress in the past decade and home influence. Harry Auer reported on the Christmay Seal drive and club goals. New member Harry Spicer joined the club as guests James Eggleston and Claude Kelsey attended. the Christmas party was planned with a boy from each member invited.
United Press report from Washington quotes Mary Norton and Pro. Jones P. Kahn on women in Congress. Norton recalls fighting for family tax exemptions while facing opposition. Both say women are increasingly accepted as regular members, though Norton notes resistance remains.
Washington dispatch reports Senators elect Vare of Pennsylvania and Smith show no interest in a proposed inquiry by a primary investigation committee. They left the Capitol after the Senate refused them oath, and neither has publicly stated intentions. Vare plans to seek reelection in April. Smith’s course remains uncertain as he returns to circles of friends.
Duane Bemis narrowly escaped serious injury in a morning crash on North Center street when his Chevrolet coupe skidded off the road to avoid hitting another car and crashed into a tree. The vehicle was badly wrecked with front axle twisted and engine damaged. Bemis escaped with minor injuries.
The Corry Woman's Club Current Events Department will meet at Mrs. Besa iincaid's home on N Denton Street Wednesday at 10 o'clock with Mrs. BR. E. Roelofs in charge. Members are invited to attend. Keel A Bickel, president of United Press Associations, spoke in Pittsburgh about the international situation observed during a recent trip.
President Coolidge sent Henry J. Stimson, former secretary of war, to the Sea veto for nomination as governor general of the Philippines. The choice surprised some due to Stimson’s reported reluctance to take the post, though he is a longtime associate of Coolidge and friend of the late Governor-General Leonard Wood. Stimson has visited Nicaragua as Coolidge’s representative and is regarded as well informed on Philippine affairs.
Washington dispatch reports the Senate debates deficiency appropriation and proceeds to assign committees while Ware and Smith face Reed committee scrutiny. Hearst Mexican documents probe looms as ground shifts amid efforts to sidetrack the consul general row and keep Mexican-American relations calm.
Radio schedule notes Dorothea Fiexer soprano Alberta Salvi harpist at Atlantic City WEAF Eveready Hour hook up Seiberling Singers WCCO Minneapolis St Paul Gilbert and Sullivan Opera 10 30 EST Stromberg Carlson Hour on WIZ list of programs for tonight.
Oklahoma City December reports six charges of impeachment were voted against Governor Henry S Johnston in a secret morning session of the Oklahoma House. Chief Justice Fred Branson was also named in charges as the impeachment process progresses toward the Senate. The action came amid a district court injunction and National Guard concerns. Charges allege intimidation, incompetency, improper appointment, issuance of certificates, misuse of funds, and a conspiracy to extort money relating to a highway claim.
John Berger of Los Angeles, partner of George Remus, sues Chas Taft in Hamilton County Common Pleas, claiming damages related to an indictment charging Berger with perjury from Remus testimony. He states he will be busy with the case and will not be bothered by flea bites.
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