31 Dec 1920
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1920
Page
1
City commission approves a contract for office fixtures and diaphone repair. The Gamewell Co and other bidders submit proposals for wiring, furniture, and vault equipment as the city plans upgrades to municipal and fire buildings.
Duveland Bly and George Panner, officers of the Bly Stn fanticrog Co, were shot and killed by automobile bandits on a highway today. A man named Swvilzer was killed and his helper Hiward Ridell wounded during a separate raid on a whiskey sales crew as they resisted en route to a drugging site.
Reports from Marion indicate Argentina remains tense after a strong quake two weeks earlier. Last night a five minute tremor disrupted work and caused limited injuries while authorities consider ongoing measures amid regional unrest and international political lines.
United Press reports from Rome that German officials deny any agreement on Fiume terms while signaling caution. Diplomatic maneuvering and asylum offers dominate the scene as expectations rise for a Rapallo treaty clarification and potential shifts in territorial control.
Reports from New York state that opera star Enrico Caruso is better today following a medical procedure. Bruno Yarato, secretary to Pho Lamomnonor, described Caruso's condition as serious but not grave, with operations performed to drain pus from the chest cavity.
United Press dispatch reports Cuba preparing for a grand New Year celebration in Metropolis with thousands of visitors mainly from the United States. Officials expect hotel tables to fill, cabarets and theatres to host crowds, and tax receipts from admissions to boost government revenue.
A garbled OCR fragment references a South region event with mentions of Molt, Jailer, A. tay, a sled and glass jugs. Context and specifics are unreadable, leaving unclear persons, organizations, places, or dates.
Doo.sli onator Penrose of Pennsylvania, back in Washington, virtually killed all hope for emergency military bonus legislation. He said tariff and revenue questions would be carefully considered, delaying any action. The senator linked the bonus to broader tax questions, signaling no quick passage.
Eamon de Valera arrives in Ireland today returning from exile. The return comes amid ongoing political negotiations and reactions from party supporters.
Paris report states Marshal Foch says Germany did not fully comply with Allied disarmament provisions. Civilian guards, artillery, naval equipment, factories, and munitions remain incomplete or withheld.
Analysis by J. W. T. Mason argues American dominance in naval power shapes global balance. It discusses imitation of naval construction, warship limits, and a proposed conference of world powers led by the United States, Britain, and Japan to prevent expansion and war.
The War Department appoints George C. Rickards as head of the militia bureau. He will oversee National Guard employment under the army organization and join the general staff with veteran guard experience guiding reform and efficiency.
A resident on East Main Street reports an attempted hold-up by two men near King Street. The victim described being grabbed and struck before the suspects fled toward town, triggering police inquiry led by Chief Frank and Alderman Potter.
France signals willingness to participate in a universal disarmament conference only after Germany has disarmed and paid the cost of taxation. An official said Paris backs a conference once Germany halts its naval buildup and reduces its military program, noting wartime burdens and pistols in pockets.
Corry City lodge Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters plan a hold open house at the Pythian House for New Year’s lay and evening. A large attendance of members and families is expected with sociables and entertainment prior to the event. Information from Shefford thin afterneys notes Robert Wolngrove is critically ill at his home, with his parentin in sed.
An item by Henry L. Farrent lauds 1941 as a peak year for American sport. It highlights Tilden and Davis Cup triumphs, American success in polo, sailing, rifle, rowing, swimming, and boxing, plus tennis milestones with William J. Tilden and William M. Johnston aiding the Davis Cup return.
A lone daylight robbery at the People's Bank in Sartschnbud resulted in a fatal gun duel with Sheriff A. Ty Sete. The bandit Hobart Austing reportedly died, and bonds valued at 950,000 were recovered.
Five suspects, all apparently former seamen, were arrested for stealing Sutterline’s $72,000 payroll. The loot, destined for Walter Johnson, was recovered today after they appeared at the American Railway Express office in Norfolk. Police described the arrests as decisive in recovering the stolen funds.
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