15 Dec 1928
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1928
Page
1
Readable bits mention rooms and rent figures and an address style line. The text lists rooms for rent and a contact like 112 Main or similar, with vague references to availability in a town setting. This item appears as a damaged notice or classified snippet without coherent details.
The Corry and Erie Motor Clubs discussed a county wide consolidation at a meeting last evening. No firm action was taken, but board sentiment favored study with power to act as Erie Motor Club officials and delegates attended, presenting a service car and case for unification to broaden reach and funding.
The influenza outbreak spreads across the country with warnings from Surgeon General Cummings. Hospitals note new cases and deaths while officials urge avoiding crowds and maintaining health measures.
United Press reports that hunting for deer, bear, rabbits and turkeys will end at sundown today. The advisory cautions hunters to wear visible clothing and follow safety rules to prevent accidental shootings and injuries as the season ends.
A fragmented listing shows today’s top radio features across NBC and other networks. Entries mention National Symphony and Philco Light Opera Hour with references to WEAR NEG Lucky Strike Orchestra WGN Chicago and several time stamps.
President-elect Herbert Hoover received unprecedented hospitality in Buenos Aires on a second day of visits. President-elect Trigoyen hosted a presidential banquet with personal courtesies and lauded U.S.-Argentina friendship, noting a bond dating to independence and mutual trust between the nations.
United Press bulletin from London reports King George VI remains in the same condition at Buckingham Palace. Doctors note the pulse is steady after a long consultation, with no sign of retrogression. observers await further updates as medical staff monitor his state and reschedule appearances.
A Rocheste r archaeologist report details an ancient fort 42 miles southwest of Kunnin County revealing Iroquoian war sites and fortifications. The enclosure measures about 260 by 200 feet with three foot high earthwork and a log palisade. Artifacts include weapons, warfare implements, hearths and pottery, suggesting a military outpost rather than a village with scant domestic items.
Richard James a 17 year old from Plushie High School finished a cross country flight from Sunbury Pennsylvania to Curtiss Field. He was welcomed by his parents and students and later to receive a $1,000 prize from the American Society for Promotion of Aviation at a ceremony in New York City next week.
Washington December date early report notes two major Senate actions. Naval appropriations bill moves to floor while Senate Foreign Relations Committee schedules daily sessions to push the anti way treaty before naval legislation. Efforts to resolve differences with House measures continue amid political maneuvering and possible presidential intervention.
City Council to hold regular session Monday to finalize levies for 1929 and approve the tax assessment and appropriation bill after readings. Budget figures include $1,800 and pending items from municipal executives readings. Special year-end meeting likely to address remaining business and the 1929 organization meeting set for Monday, January 1st.
Two automobile crashes near North Corry left drivers shaken but unhurt. Tot W. Obet of White Street narrowly escaped when a rig returning to the city after service was demolished after a collision with a car driven by Me Stoddard of Sylmer on Noviti Center Street. A bubble car driven by James Hamel Swannon of Leel Gight era wrecked when the driver failed to hold the curve near the fist mill at North Corry. the driver escaped with minor injuries and shock.
Reported daily figures show five deaths in the last 24 hours and 257 new cases, with pneumonia still tolling. Comparisons note declines or rises in various regions including Portland, Kansas City, and St. Louis, as health officials stress control measures amid ongoing illness.
In Chautauqua County authorities investigate a possible murder after a decayed body found in a creek near Kennedy is identified as likely Mike O'Brian a former Ira worker. Coroner Penny A. Bowers leads the inquiry while Clark's Corners youths Jerome Mike O'Brian and Gerald Ferran Josh Johnson assist in noting foul play signs and a broken skull. The body lay submerged for about a month, withCommerce Department papers among clothing.
On Thursday December 20 the Gorsy Basingas and Professorwl Womens Club host their annual Christmas party in Hater Cony rooms. Each member is invited to bring ten cents for lunch. Reservations required by Monday evening. Miss McCray and her committee oversee the program.
A garbled report from United Press shows references to large charitable donations, mentions names such as James A. Puttin and Agnes Wild, and notes a week of events with substantial giving. Several garbled phrases obscure details but indicate widespread philanthropy tied to an estate.
A three act comedy will be presented at the Senior High School auditorium on Tuesday evening by the student body under the direction of Ruhovei Mess of the High School faculty. The show features Genie Curtis Durth Doolintle and others in a joint effort with the Athletic Association and the Library.
Odd Fellows from Brie County attended a meeting in Union City for the Brie County Patriarch League. The gathering drew county participants while officials discussed welfare and community concerns. A favorable trade balance for the period was announced by the Commerce Department with exports valued at 5,665,480,000 and imports at 8,702,451,000.
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