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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1926

Page

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McDermott and Stranger Testimony On Murder Plot

Witnesses in Canton Ohio recount a plan to assault a newspaper editor linked to an underworld code. Steve Kaschold describes McDermott proposing the murder, their movements to a publisher’s home, and a failed effort to back out.

McDermott Kascholk Seer Couroleh Canton Ohi Tees Don Mellory Nanty-Olo Pena Underworld Steve Kas Chol Tal Des Féndant Mil Mellett Kaxchold Tal Pat Kaschold Withers Pat Howe Anil Auld Mex Clintock Moreland Caschielle Butte Dover Oil Amino Lovie Mazer Magut

Corry Autoists In Accident At Union City

A possible fatal automobile crash occurred near the Meth Juliet Church on East High Street Union City after a Corry party returning from a dance collided with an Olds Coupe driven by Glenn Water. Both cars swerved to avoid impact striking a light pole. occupants suffered only minor injuries.

Welock Methjuliet East High Street Union City Fuoim Buncle Corry Glenn Water

Woman's Club Meeting This Evening in Corry Hotel

The Corry Woman's Club will hold a general business meeting this evening at 7:00 in the Hotel Corry. Members are urged to attend as by laws and constitution will be read and voted upon with attendance requested.

Corry

Oil Scandal Case May Be Given Jury Today

The case against former Secretary of the Interior Albert J. Fall and F. J. Doheny moves toward a jury verdict as prosecutors wrap closing arguments. Prosecutor Owen J. Roberts portrays the defense as evasive while urging the panel to see the scheme as a serious government conspiracy.

United Washington Albert J. Fall B. J. Doheny Owen J. Roberts Forrmer F. J.doheny Robarts United States Doheny Dgheon

Compensation cases heard at municipal building

State compensation referee G Scott Smith presided over two hearings. Earl L Brown vs Brown Lumber Co involved a knee injury and ownership issues. decision withheld. Edna Har en vs City Hospital Association involved an elevator incident. Travelers Insurance sought termination but a supplemental agreement for partial disability pending further treatment was reached.

G. Scott Smith Kane Smith Goldstein Warren Earl L. Brown Brown Lumber Company Brown Edna Haren Chestnue Street City Hospital Association Swigrein Travelers’ Insurance Company

P T A Leaders to Meet Here Wednesday Afternoon

A meeting of Parent Teachers Associations and school leaders is set for 4 o clock Wednesday afternoon in the library basement. Supt R S Dewey will confer with association presidents on general pupil and parental matters and discuss a diphtheria antitoxin campaign adopted in other cities.

Supt Dewey and Association R. S. Deway

Claude Kelly Improves After High Voltage Accident

Claude Kelly, a lineman for the Verango Public Service Connector, suffered severe injuries from contact with a 5000 volt line near the reservoir on Sunday. Reports from Corry Hospital indicate further improvement today, with a full recovery expected by attending voters.

Claude Kells Veriango Publi Service Coonnration Corry Hospital Kelly Cozy

Dr J W Wright Stricken at Erie Dies After Short Illness

Dr J W Wright, long time health officer at Buoy and a respected physician in the Erie area, died at his home today after a brief illness. Though he had diabetes for years, his condition worsened suddenly following a busy day at his office Monday. Wright was a well known figure in county health work and in the western section of the state.

Buoy

Tragedy Claims 58 Laborers Aboard Arauco Tugboat

In Chile near Puerto Lorey a tugboat Arauco with fifty eight laborers and crew members aboard reportedly sank. The incident is described in a terse dispatch from Santiago, noting the heavy loss of life in southern Chile.

United Prose Santiago Chile Puc LH

Corry High to Build New Football Field East of Junior High

Charles H Geiger secretary of the Corry School District said ground east of the Junior High is being filled for a new football field. The district owns the area to East Wayne Street and expects turfing this summer. A Board of Education vote will likely settle completion and use for the 1927 season. Vic Shampys East Washington Street grounds had forced local games to Jewell Field.

Charles H. Geiger Corry Wayne Street Board of Aoveation He Gilling Vic East Washington Street Acto Jasti¢s Jewell Field Columbus

District Governor Manley Visits Perrys Rotary Club

District Governor Joe Manley of Perrys New York delivered an official visit to the Rotary Club at the Corry Hotel. He spoke on Loyalty to Rotary Accomplishments and Future Outlook, drawing keen attention from members including Claire Crandall president of the Rotary Club Cambridge Springs.

Joe Manley Perrys N.Y Rotary Club Offeens Corry Ateam Haptey Rotary Manler Hunley Corry’ Dub Informaq Lion Py Rotary Organization Claire Crandall Cambridge Springs

Christmas Seal Campaign Drives Schoolyard Fundraising

Miss Katherine Auer chairs the local Christmas Seal campaign as students are prompted to buy seals in a two day drive starting Wednesday. The effort aims to push the total toward the $400 mark with many children collecting stubs and teachers supporting the drive at participating schools. The Community committee notes strong student participation and hopes to conclude the appeal by nightfall. Proceeds will support the Anti-Tuberculosis Society through school activities and fundraising efforts.

Katherie Auer

Boy Scouts Honor Members In Court of Honor Event

Nine members of Troop One pass their Tenderfoot tests and four achieve Second Class during a large Scout ceremony held at the Sunday School building. Local leaders and guests witnessed the proceedings as awards were presented by Rik Davison and Ralph Jewell. A separate note reports a house fire on Riverside Avenue near Beaverdim Elqiq intersection with no injuries recorded.

Presbyterian Ory Tropp Rony Iadgee Rik Davison Besig Forial Tarry TE Spleen Davin Ralph Jewell

Ship Crew Perishes as Vessel Goes Ashore in Bay

A steamship sailing from Berwey to NonKuy ran aground near Paxe Bay. All crew members and patrons were lost in the incident, with reports indicating total loss of life aboard the Viettiuliini. Officials are investigating the wreck and weather conditions at the time.

United London Viettiuliini Berwey

Izaak Walton League Plans Year’s Program

At a meeting of the Izaak Walton League chapter held last evening, President J Shaffer announced chairs for the coming year including Ralph Martin for constitution and bylaws, Bill Lonford for publicity, and OL Pitchford for station work. The group reviewed national data on freshwater pollution and noted 108 Pennsylvania chapters with about 60 members overall. An outdoors and conservation expert will be secured for a visit, with an outdoor program and plans for the year discussed.

Walt League of America Municim J Shaffer Ralph Martin Bill Lonford CL. Pitchford OL. Pitchford Nu Jones R- 0 Shaffer Teague Pennsyllvania Kmh. Sports Permade

Disorderly Conduct Measure Introduced For City

A proposed ordinance to replace an old disorderly conduct rule seeks new fines and prosecution power. The measure mirrors ordinances enforced in eastern Pennsylvania towns and awaits council review after data from other cities prompted its introduction.

Wiessilre Pennsylvania Connell Weel Soliet Top Bisine

Corry Ladies to Take Part in Program at Knights Hall

Corry ladies will participate in a rally at the Knights of Pythias Hall today. The program includes the Money Masks and a violin accompanist, with initiation of candidates in the afternoon and a luncheon served later. Guests include people from Treie Mdadvilte and Cambridge Springs. J C Jackson went to Union City for a medical consultation.

Erle Association Knights of Pythias Hall Corry Fudge Terie Mdadvilte Cambridge Springs J.C. Jackson Union City

Ferrin's Death In Train Collision At Enissing Street

Ferrin a faceman for the General Ponsizsetion Company died in a railroad collision on the Enissing Street crossing near Union. Deputy Coroner Mack Fullum plans an inquest. Ferrin's body was taken to Youngsville for funeral services at his in laws home. His wife and a child survive.

W C. Ferrin General Ponsizsetion Company Ines Erie Croesing Ay Union Dan Wattles Bre Jerrin Mack Fullum Thts Hansey Journal Fullom Perrin Alfred Henning Youngsville Ferrin

Inquest Finds John Constagnino Dead From Head Injuries

An inquest in Warren ruled John Constagnino died from head injuries believed to be caused by a blunt weapon. Jurors Aubrey Todges Gerald Wright George S Marker and others found the death was from blows by unknown assailants. Coroner Lawes Spars and District Attorney Le Ron Edily led the investigation with Dr Ball detailing the head injuries observed. Relatives said the body was found on the outskirts of Warren last Thursday.

Warren John Constagnino Aubrey Mtodges Gerald Wright George S. Marker Pinan B FL Putmam Richard C. Wal John Lawes Spars le *Ron Edily Ball

Corry Man Reported Arrested in Florida

Erie authorities received a telegram that Charles J Webb, alleged Corry resident, is held in Florida for authorities. County Detective Le Roy Search says Webb is believed wanted in Corry on a charge of manslaughter filed by his wife.

Erie Ronuwang Florida Charles L. Webs Hds Phive R. P. Bibby Delands Phc Charles J1. Webb Aligses Viery le Roy Webbs Corry Manapport

Five Best Radio Features Listings and Programs

Radio guide lists today’s top five features with station lines and times. George Gershwin program from WEAT with orchestra. Bruins vs Red Wings hockey on WZ Springfield and related stations. An evening Paris segment on WGY Schenectady. Lincoln KPAB hosts Verdil’s Trovatare lecture.

WEAT George Gershwi George Inset WSAT Cincinnati WSAP WZ Springfield Boston Bruins Detroit WJZ New York WGY Schenectady Paris KPAB Lincoln Cetral Verdils

Winter's Severe Weather Hits Much of Nation Tonight

Storms push in from the Rocky Mountains toward the Atlantic coast with a sharp cold wave. Temperatures plunge across the Midwest and Northeast as winds rise and fog clears, prompting school closures and emergency measures from Chicago to Minnesota and coastal cities.

United Suns Rocky Ontario Atlantic Stont Ingewer Wilmington N.C Eastport New York City Sandy Hook Wweithyep Bureau Ives United States Canada Nonthrop Mins Neor Jersey New York North Carolina New England Ohio Valley Atlantic Seaboard Chicago Weather Bureau Datuth Minn

Clark Rice Slated for Journal Clerk Appointment

Union City was reported to have Clark E Rige slated for appointment as journal clerk of the State Senate. At a meeting of newly elected members, a friendly patronage arrangement was discussed with Harrisburg bosses.

Clark Union City State Senate Tistes- Enterprise State Assembly Brie Jase Geneold Joh King of Corry Joseph M- Schilling Jg Merbist Pred Ziesenhéim Harrisburg George Duentuchar North Hust House C. Co Rige Senate Erie

Authors Club Have Christmas Party

A merry Christmas party was enjoyed at Mrs J N Norton’s home at 115 Franklin Street Morday when fifteen Authors Club members gathered for their annual event. Readings by Mrs Burlingame Mrs Graft and Mrs Mary Whittlesey complemented instrumental music by Mrs Hess Curlish and singing by Mrs Frank Gillett. A decorated tree and misting added to the festive atmosphere with a delicious menu closing the evening.

J. N. Norton Franklin Street Authors Club Burlingame Mra Graft Mary Whittlesey Hess Curlish Frank Gillett

Also Mentioned on This Page

M’dermott UNION Baelly Woman’s Club Joan Roberts Pallsis Wallington Franke J. Hagar Deters Atlee Pomerenys Claude Kelly J. W. Wright Tn City Junior High DIST Joe Hanley Perry, N. Y Beaverdim-Elqiq, Raul I Union Chis Izaak Walton League Unich City Middle West Clark Rice
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