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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1923
Page
2
School district officials announced that despite increased city valuation the millage will be reduced to offset higher assessments. They stated the plan aims to avoid larger tax bills for residents while preserving school funding.
An attempted holdup by two Black men near Franberry Street ends in gunfire injuring German tenant Germ an German at Hallot Hospital. Police detain two suspects as witnesses assist and ambulance responders rush the wounded man to care. The bandits fled east along the New York Central tracks at dawn.
In San Francisco a man described as Mire Werrind accused of filing divorce data created a scene at a fashionable hotel. He alleged his baggage and letters were tampered with by a person named Hieral. Police were informed as investigations proceed, with references to connections involving Bios LeBlans and EvIn Burrows. Sonny Whitney, son of Harry Whitney, is noted in a related thread.
An unconfirmed report from Constantinople states the Italian flagship Mond is aground in Turkish waters after a collision with an unnamed vessel amid a storm. The two ships reportedly tangled and swore to avoid further contact as rough seas raged nearby.
The British Broadcasting Company reports it relayed a full day of KDKA Pittsburgh programming across England. A midnight test was successfully received despite atmospheric obstacles and was audible even on the cheapest receivers. Further tests were promised for tonight.
Washington dispatch reports Leonard Wood Jr claims his father Gen Leonard Wood had no involvement with Acme Production Company. Senator Caraway will forward data to Frear for the Pine inquiry. Leonard Wood Jr says some soldiers may own stock, but no organized sale. he plans to resume operations when finances allow.
The club announced today tickets for a turkey dinner at the Elenix Hotel in January are selling quickly. Officials urged early purchase to ensure seating and support for the public safety item.
A daylight robbery occurred at Queensborough Hall when two armed men forced clerk Albert Vought to open the safe and stole 1500 dollars. Vought said two men assisted by a second pair appeared, aided by revolvers, and compelled him to operate the safe combination.
Detroit report notes gasoline price up two cents to 16.8 cents per gallon. Wagon prices also lifted from 1.98 to 1.48 dollars. Miss Harriet Myers visited Ware Ren this afternoon to spend the rear end with relatives.
United Press reports a flurry of political moves as the presidential year opens. Highlights include Coolidge declaring South Dakota support, Johnson denying withdrawal, preparations for Alabama primary entry, and endorsements from Ohio and North Dakota Republicans. Johnson signals a nationwide fight while Coolidge gains strength despite Johnson’s stance.
Report from New York on church leaders debating forms of peace as a rift grows within the Episcopal scene. Critics criticise invitation and include claims of modernists seeking reform while conservatives urge restraint. A Fort Worth priest is accused in a separate row over religious views.
New York reporters witnessed Dreher De Forest and Dr De Po rest describe the Ther mphone device to photograph and amplify sound waves. The scientists predict talking pictures will replace pantomime within a year or two as sound waves are captured on film and displayed alongside images. The demonstration showed sound waves being photographed with the action of faces and mouths.
New York reports a vast estate of the Clyde family ship finé, valued at several million dollars, filed for probate. Six children and two friends may share the assets after legal costs, with Will Freeon stating the plan is uncertain and a formal date is not yet set.
The George J. Gould mansion at Fifth Avenue and Sixty seventh Street sold for about 825000. Built in 1908 at a cost over 1 million, it was a famed New York showplace hosting many social events. Purchaser’s name not disclosed.
Ambassador Cyrus E Woods the American envoy to Japan is confined to his hotel apartment with an inflamed right shoulder. Mrs Woods is staying with him as doctors evaluate the arm and consider possible surgery. The condition may delay his departure from San Francisco to Tokio planned for June 10.
Victims in Chicago were promised elaborate New Year cards as part of a scheme linked to Koretz who vanished on December. Authorities allege he drained about 10 million dollars from friends and acquaintances. The promoter claimed hundreds of cards would be sent, but the fraud collapsed as Koretz disappeared amid mounting losses.
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A fragmentary dispatch from London reports a U.S. ship lost near Athens with a crew of around forty. The note cites a maritime incident and ongoing rescue attempts, with unclear details and a focus on recovering personnel and confirming vessel status.
A disrupted riot tale describes four of ten girl captives rounded up in Delaware with guards and locals providing aid. The scene reports about a jail or gymnasium setting as authorities attempt to restrain disorder among onlookers and rescuers.
The campaign lagged weeks with little response to pleas for help and donors, though the effort raised a total around $360 in a neighborhood. City leaders regret the poor turnout and note the drive did some good work locally despite limited support.
A hospital fire at a burned asylum became a deadly incident with multiple fatalities. Witnesses describe a chaotic scene as nurses and staff attempted evacuations while authorities investigated the blaze and its cause amid a crowded hospital wing.
Funeral services for Will J Damon were held with a large attendance at Grove Cemetery. The ceremony featured Rev Ade Rothymastin of the Baptist church and pallbearers Franken Minard Creoppe Thimass Hast Barta John Le bihbs Hal Taye Achat Murttigary among attendees. Flowers filled the home setting as mourners gathered to honor the memory of Will J Damon.
United Press reports ongoing mystery over the fate of the airship Dismind or Dirigible after a fateful voyage from Germany. The article notes recoveries among crew, speculation in France, and official updates from authorities about the commander and wreck location near the northern coast, with dates tied to World War I armistice era events.
Cadet Van Tassel, training with the Army, will speak at several Salvation Army meetings in New York City during a voyage of 15,001 kilometers. The address aims to bolster forthcoming work while noting the Diamante was not expected to be toxic.
A chaotic, OCR degraded report describes a caucus maneuvering over a first move on a bonus right of way and related funding. It mentions President, House leaders, and potential budget figures, with dense but unclear references to dates, places, and individuals amid a tense political process.
A scrambled listing of radio programs across stations WOY WHN WOR WOKA and others outlines tonight’s schedule. Multiple cities including New York Chicago Detroit St Louis Princeton Toronto and Dallas feature concerts plays and educational segments with various times and hosts.
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