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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1921
Page
1
United Press reports a nationwide anti treaty drive with Democratic and Republican activists forming committees to oppose the pact. Organizers push anti treaty clubs and mass meetings across regions including the Pacific coast to rally voters before the coming election.
A dubious Christmas message from a war hero urges an end to all war. The text, attributed to United Prom Jamigtown Tennessee, contains garbled lines and references to a hero named York and a Pennexee Mountaineer, with unclear dates and details.
Washington dispatch reports the naval arms talks with France reached a partial success. Briand agreed to drop the demand for a fleet exceeding Japan in size and to accept limits on dreadnoughts, though the accord faces serious objections from the royal salve committee and pending meetings.
An alderman in Wilkes-Barre was killed in a violent assault at his office on Third Street. Police reported the victim suffered fatal stab wounds as attackers fled, with officials launching an investigation and urging public assistance.
In the wake of a statewide tightening, 179 drivers have had their licenses revoked by the State Highway Department. About 70 percent are convicted of driving while intoxicated. Seven names were added to the department’s blacklist, marking a public effort to curb alcohol impaired driving.
A blast at a New York City tenement caused alarms and evacuations but was later found to be a false alarm. Police moved quickly and ambulances stood by while investigators identified the source as a lone individual in a nearby headquarters.
Wen ailed Dail session erupted in dispute as women members clashed over the treaty. Debates focused on the British Empire, defiance amid calls for restraint, and questions directed at the Lord Mayor of Limerick regarding leadership and policy.
President Harding will announce pardons for political prisoners Friday from the White House. Officials learned the decision on this matter at the White House. no details on names or numbers were provided.
The commerce department announced a plan to reduce coal export freight rates to regain foreign markets lost to British competition. After months of negotiations, railroad executives agreed to lower routes, with American shipping firms pushed to follow the policy.
Lancaster report states Karene Shulte of Detroit allegedly seized her nine year old son Jamie Hirwin near Mountville and threatened guardianship custody. The child had previously been placed with grandparents after a habeas corpus dispute. Police pursue the mother on kidnapping charges.
United Press reports a scheduled London conference among Prime Minister and King George VI about Germany's ability to pay reparations. The briefing notes the discussion spanned about two hours and the prime minister indicated a decision on action would come tomorrow morning at 9 a.m.
The Ryhal murder trial for 14 year old Clara Lennox nears its close in Newcastle as defense and prosecution present final arguments. Ryhal testifies amid intense cross examination after a tense session in which he described abandoning the body in Greer woods to avoid mob violence. an auto expert later challenged his account of the car crash.
In a midnight clash off the New York waterfront customs officials and Prohibition agents battled rum smugglers from the Italian steamer Regina de Talia, exchanging shots before the smugglers fled by leaping into the water. Fireman Rafael Granardo of the mer was the only arrest reported.
United Press reports that Will H. Hays denied resigning from the Post Office to accept the presidency of a movie concern. A statement from a source said he received orders and that he had not resigned, with mention of his location at Col. William Boyce Thompsons home in Yonkers and travel plans to White Sulphur Springs, Virginia.
United Press survey across multiple cities finds higher holiday spending this year with more money spent on luxuries in New York and increased average sale values in San Francisco. Chicago and Boston report stronger department store activity while Washington and Atlanta show solid sales with a shift toward essential goods.
Statistical tabulations from Harrisburg show the state gasoline tax may yield about 837 800 annually in Erie County. In two months of September and October the tax collection totaled 13 010 20 in Erie County, forming a base that supports an annual statewide figure near 3 000 000, with half distributed to counties where gasoline is sold.
Norristown Pa December 20 Coroner Neville�s inquest into the Athyn wreck leaves the door open to criminal prosecutions. The jury blamed the No 1 train crew for the crash and warrants are expected for engineer Yeakel and conductor Bryan of Train 151. Former Tammanian hall leader Croker appears recovered and able to sit up, according to a Dublin report.
Washington dispatch says the First Lord of the British Admiralty will urge abolition of submarines as a threat to commerce and global security. He aims to win broad support from Britain and the United States public opinion during a plenary session on the submarine issue. The report notes New York and Syracuse connections and holiday family visits.
United Press reports in Dublin a discussion of a new set of proposals related to the British Empire. A parliamentary representative insisted on revisions and questions over the treaty terms and imperial control.
Fragmentary OCR lists global troop counts and conflicts as Christmas nears. It notes forces from Avia Minor to Bolsheviks and various regions facing fighting, with figures including 60,000 Turks, 140,000 Africans and Spaniards, 400,000 Serbs, 25,000 Armenians, and 7,000 Russians in a broad war context.
A two story frame grocery store and dwelling on South Main Street in Union City was wrecked by a fire and explosion late at night. Fire officials say a forge accident or under investigation for possible causes as residents report damage and loss valued around eight thousand dollars.
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In an unusual move the Panty Asylum for Indigent White women of Philadelphia returned a state aid check. The trustees stated Dec 9 they would not accept future funds, prompting the state treasurer to acknowledge the return.
Five women linked to the Amarion Army riot face new charges as state and federal authorities widen crackdowns in Pittsburg Kansas. Officers report broader actions targeting alleged disturbances and associated “undesirables” in local mine districts.
The Interstate Commerce Commission adopts a plan to dissolve the existing rail directorates. Key figures including Vanderbilt and others are mentioned in the consolidation effort with offices and staff affected by the restructuring. The timetable calls for actions to begin by March 8.
Last night the City Commission approved first and second readings of an ordinance regulating keeping chickens and other fowl. The measure sets permit requirements, minimum pen distances, sanitation standards, and fines up to 2500 with possible jail time. The ordinance will be finalized at a future meeting.
Marry Lodge and G. J. complete plans for a charity ball to be held Monday evening after a hike home. A social dance with Messenger’s Orchestra is set with decorative features and extensive preparations including invitations and literary displays.
Two people died when a Southern Railway train struck an automobile near Atlanta. The victims, a man and a woman, were not identified. Mrs Lucy Schley had been visiting her sister when the accident occurred.
The United Press report details testimony before a Senate committee on alleged executions by U S soldiers in France during World War I. Witnesses describe hangings behind stockades and a sergeant killed, with Major Opely accused of ordering a fatal shooting after a retreat order amid shellfire.
Authorities in Columbus charged James Lindsey and his two sons with thefts including honey and other items. The trio were ordered to leave the community within days or face further penalties as police enforce the demands.
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