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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1927
Page
7
A partial OCR fragment suggests a city fire or emergency incident involving a boiler and furniture damaged by smoke. The text mentions a building, an engineer or inspector, and a lengthy repair effort with costs or penalties, but details are unclear.
Incomplete text suggests a school or education theater event with a promised 3,000 amount. Readable names, places, or dates are not clear due to garbled OCR. Further context needed to specify participants or exact action.
Det. 24 Iennke caugiyil 4 of rio held in county prisom vnce Dec. 5 attempted to commit death by own action after Christmas dinner. He battered his head against cell door then unconscious. Dr Felix Schubert ordered Humot hospital where condition improved Tuesday. Prison staff say despondent over family gorrien. Another prisoner aided. He will recover.
Witnesses report a violent struggle Saturday night near the Mrie railroad tracks as a large woman about 260 pounds knocked down a local patrolman after she resisted arrest and tried to flee. She was handcuffed amid the frenzy and money allegedly exchanged hands during the incident.
In Philadelphia last night Alexander Murray, a contract worker, wrestled with his assailant and killed him after the attacker drew a gun. The assailant, known as Pete or Frank Pione, was discharged earlier that day and allegedly returned to confront Murray, who then seized the weapon and fatally shot him.
Pittsburgh Chinatown mourns Tong leader George Lee a major warlord and Yiidlot figure. Reports say he died suddenly of natural causes after years of power struggles with rival Tong factions and police actions tied to the Tong wars across the United States.
Three persons were injured when a car and truck collided on Deveaus street near St Marys Road. The injured include Mrs Henry E Hanes and Mrs Mutya with fractures and lacerations. All were taken to Kaul Memorial Hospital and are reported to be doing nicely.
In Pittsburgh two women were robbed in separate late afternoon incidents near Pitt Stadium. Dorothy Alexson, 24, was held up and her purse and $20 were taken before a passerby intervened. The report notes a hero helped subdue the suspect and prevent further harm. Police seek leads as the wave of robberies continues.
Two Franklin men were stabbed Tuesday evening in the Third ward. Frank Grettiey, 42, of Bleakley Hill, is in City Hospital with a punctured lung and chest wound but not in serious condition. Tony Skiba, 140 Pag e yest, reported a left shoulder injury and is not gravely hurt. Skiba told police he was attacked while walking on Grant street. officers search for his assailant.
Captain and Mrs. Fred Reif extend thanks for support to Salvation Army Christmas relief efforts. Gratitude goes to churches civic and welfare groups police departments and many individuals for aiding extensive evangelistic and welfare work through public contributions and the Corry Community Chest.
In Springbild Ulinois a spelling contest crowned a boy after others faltered on tough terms. Words such as sacrilegeous capillary and nitrogenous challenged contestants while Nelson Cuba and a school team competed for top honors.
Beginning January first Coroner Daniel Hanley will succeed himself and draw a $2500 four year salary. Governor John Fister signed the bill placing Erie and other city coroners on the pay scale, while the coroner fee system will be eliminated. Records show prior annual pay never exceeded $1500, with fees from viewing bodies and inquests. Card of thanks expresses gratitude for sympathy and flowers during illness and bereavement.
An advertising snippet promises a skin treatment that combines Mentha and menthol for relief. It claims quick healing of pimples and irritation, with a free sample offer and low price at a local drugstore. The language imitates vintage print ads.
A notice describes a sample mailed for testing related to Mentho Sulphur and Wyeth Chestival procedures amid a trial. The item mentions denestrait and REE trial context.
An evening reunion for the 1922 and 1928 classes was held at Hotel Corry with decorated hosts, a chicken dinner for thirty five, and a program of toasts and short talks. Robert Donaldson served as toastmaster while Lyle Belding, Ralph Jewell, and Gerry White gave short speeches. Larson's Orchestra supplied a dance program after the banquet.
An investigation began in Milton Pennsylvania into the death of Vincent Hansen a corporal in the State Highway Patrol who was killed when his motorcycle skidded on slippery pavement while trying to avert a collision with a trolley car. His skull was fractured in the crash and authorities are determining the cause of death.
The piece extols a war narrative as richly realistic and moving. It claims the entire American overseas force will recognize its truth and dialogue, calling it a magnificent record whose story value will repay readers.
A note announces the journal will begin publication on Tuesday January 2nd. Local staff and readers await the new issue with anticipated contents and features to be unveiled in coming days.
An index of classified ad categories and instructions for submission in the journal. It lists announcements monuments personals autos and other departments with rate notes, editorial rights, and copy preparation tips for advertisers. The text also mentions a specific memorials firm and a Corry Pennsylvania address.
Advertisin g claims water deters corns and relieves pain instantly. The copy touts wafer thin sheets that supposedly ease footwear discomfort and remove corns at the roots, urging readers to try the product with guaranteed results.
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