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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1920
Page
1
A House committee assesses world naval strength, comparing Britain, Japan, and the United States. The briefing covers tonnage, ship classes, armament, and building programs, with projections through 1925 and 1927 plans shaping policy.
Reported jail escape occurs as Carpentier shows interest amid opening of new show and crowded theater plans in Tulsa. The article mixes escape details with upcoming attractions, audience expectations, and local happenings around February.
An account describes Constantine’s return aboard a cruiser amid a royal welcome and naval escort. The voyage included a convoy and a departure ceremony as the Greek king arrives home.
A U.S. Navy airship and its crew disappeared in a blizzard over northern New York after being blown off course by strong winds. Reports say the vessel and several aboard were lost near Lake Champlain or Pork Mountain area, with birds released from the airship not returning. Commander Walter Hinton led the mission, while radio contact with crew failed.
Senator McCumber of North Dakota, acting as Senate War Veterans Committee chair, attacked a proposed bonus grant for World War I veterans. He warned it would burden taxpayers and questioned whether Congress will approve extra duties for pay. He urged the Senate to adopt a plan not funded by new taxes, while veterans groups pressed for action this session.
Four games are on the slate this week featuring Union Guy in action. On Friday Nila Weeks leads the High Rehoo! quintet against Fay IPituaville High, and Saturday evening the Legion yilnya tte faces a PDinwerifia oxacriie Mina squad. A Hart babi is protected by the Keyetonds as the season's opening matches loom.
In Washington on December 15, Senate probes the cable crisis with the United States Britain France and Italy. Secretaries Davin and Landon prepare to testify while Western Union chief Newmont Qudeton may be called. A provisional pact to stabilize cable links remains under negotiation as officials weigh limits on Allied powers.
United Press reports Berlin halted monthly payments to about 800 Corky residents and 420000 total in checks as lenders blocked withdrawals. The Money Crisis hits 800 residents and includes roughly 10000 tied to a National Bank. In other notes, elderly Henry Mirehall Adams dies at 78 in Washington Street home after illness. four grandchildren survive. Weather outlook mild with no major changes expected.
The State Department said tradition was upheld as it refused an attempt by the American company Miami to extend a cable service without government approval. Secretary of State Norman Davis indicated the department would maintain strict control, citing wartime parallels and historic disputes over transatlantic cables.
Marion Ohio December 15. Raymond Clapper reports Harding weighing revolt rumors within the Republican ranks as party leaders seek unity. Harding in close touch with various factions and considering a middle course with the progressive wing. Talks focus on labor shifts and potential alliance with Coolidge faction before a Western conference.
J T Patterson with a crew from the local KPL and former D B Chait gluta has been at Clinton for part of reviving Canton Furniture Manufacturing Co. stock and equipment. Seven vats of Jumbar ise shipped to Misely, machinery to be started in ten days. The plant will move to the Copy plant, new lines to be built at Corry plant, with dancing school opening nearby.
A damaged report shows Sinn Fein urging foreign nations to intervene in Ireland. Claiming covert pressure and broadcasts from Cork and Dublin, the piece notes debates within the party and warnings against renewed violence, amid calls for external mediation.
A Cleveland judge named William Helenno faces a murder trial. The case centers on garage proprietor Kagy’s shooting, with testimony from McGannon and Joyce. Prosecution hints at a possible third participant and a valuable diamond as motives amid courtroom drama and past acquittals.
Henry J. Forrent describes a brutal twelve round boxing match in Madison Square Garden. Brennan, carrying extra weight, endures a punishing onslaught from Dempsey with heavy right hands and sustained combinations. In the 12th round Brennan staggers, falls, and struggles to survive as Dempsey relentlessly presses the attack.
The heavy winds yesterday disrupted street lighting along Cripple Street, leaving the residential block in darkness. City lighting manager said repairs began immediately and a backup generator was deployed while crews locate the fault. several residents blamed a blown fuse or transformer issue.
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