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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1923
Page
3
The Corry Evening Journal notes its publication details with South Street address in Corry Pennsylvania. It lists second class mail matter at the Corry post office and outlines yearly and per-copy carrier charges and advertising rates, to be provided upon application.
The article lists many orchestral instruments favored by a renowned American jazz ensemble. It mentions timpani, kettle drums, bass drums, wind and string families, and a range of percussion including triangle, cymbals, chimes, and a variety of rattles and novelty devices.
A fragmented report discusses using mobile police squads and gas powered transport to tempo rarily augment law enforcement. It argues a system of rapid response units across the city, enabling quick calls to action and faster deployment of officers to curb crime.
A city leader Pred 8 Susith speaks at the Federal Council of Changes of Christ in America urging enforcement of prohibition. Supporters back him while others echo concerns, stressing a strong push to weaken liquor laws and resist immediate national ticket alignment.
A garbled old ad promotes Ban Cure Antiseptic Ointment as a remedy for sores cuts burns bruises and skin complaints. It mentions a money back plan and lists rumored uses, including burns, chapped skin, and various skin conditions, with mentions of multiple firms and a related Ban Cura Soap for skin care.
Authorities report a daytime assault in Jamestown where a young man attacked Woear A. Wellington Anderson, repeatedly beating him before fleeing. Investigators believe a local employee was hired for the job and warn of further consequences.
A vintage advertisement touts Mentho Sulphur as a quick relief for eczema and embarrassing skin troubles. It claims rapid cooling effect and germ destroying properties, noting immediate comfort after first application and noting affordability via a small jar from any good druggist.
Dee Kane of Gerrnwood died after falling from a moving Pennsylvania Challenger train near Rathbun while clinging to a seat. The 88 year old, who left behind his mother and three children, died at St Marys Hospital a few hours later. The crew knew nothing of the incident until the train reached Kane. Additionally the Pennsylvania Highways Department vows $10 million for counties that partner to build primary or secondary highways, with funds redistributed if counties miss December 31 deadlines.
Erie December 27 1923 first deputy engineer Aitken will become city engineer January 1924. Steel Director Theodore Eichhorn announced an ordinance raising the engineer salary from 4400 to 4000 a year and noted changes to the engineering bureau with council support to boost efficiency and better administration.
A Superior Court reversal announced by Clerk Annette Young reverses Judge Hirt in the Commonwealth v Vescuso case. The higher court found Judge Mire erred by instructing the jury that the defendant bore the burden to prove how he came into possession of a stolen automobile. Vescuso was convicted in Erie County after trial in Buffalo for stealing a car in July 1922. The car’s possession was established later in September 1922 and the defense was led by attorney Sam Rossiter.
Louise and Hermoine Turner and Wilbamy Turner traveled to Tinian City this morning to spend the day at the home of Mr and Mrs B A Shreve.
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