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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1922
Page
1
Mis reads as a war fan in Pitts rota, reflecting local sports discourse and community chatter. Names and concrete details are sparse, but the piece hints at fan activity and regional interest without explicit events.
A theater and adjacent structures were wrecked in a local blaze at Erie on December 28 as a bitter gale carried flames toward the Zeig block and piano store. Firefighters battled the hot blaze, with totals estimated at 75 000 dollars. Fireman Joseph Roe reported being caught in a stairwell and rescued.
Long delayed by heavy gales, several ocean liners dock in New York after a turbulent voyage. Ships La Savoie Cunnecter Carole Mount Carroll faced rough seas and strong winds delaying their scheduled arrivals. Officials and harbor crews coordinated efforts to resume normal port operations as passengers and freight cleared the piers.
Penniman elected project head of the university bond trustees in a meeting that also named 16 elder administrators to offices. Major General Wood, recently resigned as university head, will carry government work in the Philippines, with new hires in executive posts.
Congress discusses a farm aid measure and an Interior Department proposal. A naval committee debate considers petitions from naval officers as lawmakers push possible appropriations and policy actions amid ongoing fiscal negotiations.
Hy Alexander Herman Ner Service Staff Writer describes Findley Slayer’s near death experience in Sing Sing prison. He recalls the final moments before commutation and the emotional impact on visitors, guards, and the condemned man as he faced execution.
Baltimore dispatch reports Dr. B M Multain, former mayor of Mer Rortae, was refused bail by authorities after being held on charges related to the murder of John M. Parker of Louisank. The case involves U S District Attorney Robert R Carman and local officials as Louisiana authorities prepare extradition and legal motions.
Hamburg Dec 28 The 5,000 ton rigamor Heinrich Kayser en route New York to Bremen has been given up for lost. She carried a crew of 44 and was last sighted December 6 near New Zealand where she reported a broken rudder. Wireless appeals failed. vessels rush to locate her.
Corry Lodge No 365 V and AM installed officers in a ceremony at the Horn Block with Wilson J Edwards as installing officer. A joint St Johns Day banquet by Cory Lodge 65 and Columbus RA Chapter 200 followed, served by Eastern Star members. Remarks praised Americanism and a Masonic Home movement in the area. event described as highly successful and well attended.
Eight men in Luzerne county Jail await conspiracy charges tied to the dynamiting of a Lehigh Valley Railroad dam last September. Benjamin Red Bowman of Lehighton was arrested and jailed, as state police pursue a broader case in this wartime era crime report.
California Senator Hiram Johnson moves against Borah's economic conference plan, signaling a split with former allies in the Versailles debate. President Harding weighs opposition as Lodge is summoned to the White House for talks on the Borah proposal amid party tensions.
The Senate, by unanimous consent, passed a resolution to convey pleasure and joy over former President Woodrow Wilson’s recovery. Introduced by Senator Harris of Georgia, the message honors Wilson on his birthday and notes widespread greetings and good health wishes.
New Jersey police hunt a Black suspect after the body of Eleanor J. Brigham, wife of a New York businessman, is found slain in her Puller Terrace home. Detectives report evidence of a brutal attack with the victim’s clothing torn. husband Charles F. Bright alerted authorities.
In Washington Pennsylvania residents faced strict water rations with a six gallon daily limit as drought worsened. Officials warned of fire and health risks and urged rain to replenish supplies despite hopeful forecasts.
Special to the Journity from Meadville reports a fire at the Watisburg saw mill. Authorities investigate arson as the mill of Rent Brothers is destroyed with all equipment. Insurance coverage unclear while the blaze also caused losses at the Joseph Gilmont farm on Creek road, including horses cattle and property damaged by the morning fire.
Mary Atuc Schteyr and Gertrude Vessels represent the Irish republic in the War of Nass Street. They claim the consulate offices are the republic’s property and threaten decisive action this afternoon. Crawford, the consul, faces opposition as tensions rise over control and access.
Dec 28 report from London notes multiple Austrian bombs in transit exploded killing several workers and the famous comedian Margaret Cooper and singer Port Largehern in separate incidents. Police confirm a fatal blast caused by the wartime bomb scare as a disturbing casualty toll rises.
Allied dispatches report Britain and Turkey near break over Mosul oil as Lausanne talks threaten. Britain plans to move Admiral Brock toward Constantinople to pressure a peace outcome while Turks resist ceding Mosul. Greek plans to rush troops to Basra Thrice in potential front with Ottoman forces.
Corry ministers plan Watch Night services from 8 to 12 across five locations this Sunday. The program features short sermons, prayers, and music with youth groups and parishioners from several churches taking part.
The Pennsylvania Grand Lodge orders members to avoid Klan affiliation. Grand Master AM Weller condemns the Klan and asserts no Mason will maintain membership with the outlaw group. Representatives present at the Grand Lodge meeting confirmed officers elected on December 7.
Detroit report states a Pittsburgh gang member known as Ryan, jailed in Wayne County, died from a wound received last night. Detectives say Detective O’Keefe and other officers aided the arrest and faced questions as the inquiry unfolds. Authorities promise further details as the case develops.
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