02 Feb 1923
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1923
Page
1
A correspondent reports that desperation grows in the occupied zones as both women and men vow to risk their lives against French bayonets, predicting an imminent uprising that could flare up sooner rather than later.
Westphalians fear a bloody war as German and French tensions rise in the Ruhr region. Reports describe rising anger and shortages, with women grieving and residents awaiting a definitive response as troops amass and propaganda circulates.
United Press reports at New York that two days of backlash by financial interests stalled W. G. Durant's Wall Street operations. The Pornnt Motors venture opened to fit at 44 12 with a closing rate at 14 yesterday, amid market wobble and investor scrutiny.
In New York on February 2 Minnie Limehite nearly died when her throat closed and breathing failed. Dr Leon Aptell arrived without proper tools and cleared the airway. At the hospital she was reported to be improving.
United Press reports a calmer congressional mood on debt funding for Britain and the United States. President Harding plans to press prompt action next week while stressing debt funding is necessary to aid passage. Congressional opinion shifted to a more favorable tone as details of interest comparisons emerged and officials underscored the need for timely legislation.
FAIB Pa February 2 United States reports no decision yet on charges against Rev John Derbinski rector of St Casimi Chaire for the killing of Sophia Zym angwaki, while the priest remains jailed on an open charge. The coroner's jury found the priest guilty of firing the photo while temporarily. Weather alerts issued for Ohio Kentucky West Virginia Western Pennsylvania and western New York amid cold wave warnings.
The Wat Text City Council prepares for a long Monday meeting with major items. A temporary commissioner will be named to replace the late George E. Ream, head of parks and public property, as several yearlong city projects loom. Fire station construction on the north side and Third Ward property street work are expected to be discussed. The session will also address West Washington street repairs and other monthly municipal affairs.
In Washington on February 2, Senator Heflin of Alabama faced a sharp rebuke as colleagues demanded he withdraw remarks and denounced his language. The incident marked a rare, sharp clash during a sprawling Senate debate seen as among the fiercest free for all battles in memory.
Private detectives report a murderess linked to a December killing in Los Angeles has fled to Chihuahua City, Mexico. The suspect is said to be accompanied by a companion and is being tracked by authorities. Eyewitnesses and police from Paso and Los Angeles are coordinating with Mexican security to locate her.
N Shuss, long time manager of the Curry City Electric Light Company, is promoted and will assume a new post in the General Management andraginesring: Qorport tion, New York. He will leave Corry for the move. Moore, current superintendent, to lead the local plant temporarily.
Little Rook Ane and four others were sentenced to die at daybreak. G Bullen was electrocuted but survived a first firing and was placed back in the coffin for a second attempt. Physicians later pronounced him dead after a second electric shock.
A gas plant blast in Springhisedon today killed three workers and the bakery truck driver, with sixty injured. Firemen and guardsmen combed the ruins of the boiler and purification building as police imposed crowd control. The blast shattered nearby windows and caused estimated damage over millions in value.
New arrival in the city this afternoon from Jamestown visits sister Mrs Biwan Safford of Watt Washington street. The message notes ongoing business with the Rogers company Mize Evelys and other local affairs.
Snowfall totals soar in a confusing weather wrap with January 888 inches, far above 1981 and 1923 figures. Groundhog sightings stir local lore as Old Sa i forecasts six weeks more cold and snow amid a mixed monthly summary of temperatures and precipitation.
A garbled Eastern Penna item notes Philadelphia and local figures in a June style context. Mentions coal supplies and a groundhog event, with unclear actions and outcomes.
From Punxsutawney home of Brer Groundhog, the famed prognosticator emerges after a sluggish burrow crawl to glimpse a faint shadow on the dirty snow. The legendary rodent's murky groundhogese hints at six more weeks of cold weather.
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Post Office investigators focus on anonymous letters sent to nurses at Corry Capital and doctors, with several people receiving the communications. Authorities have obtained some evidence about writer identities and expect developments soon.
Melbourne reports indicate Premier W M Slughes of Australia resigned amid bitter clashes over policy. The weakened coalition faced pressure from the Country Party as political defections and internal strife mounted. Bruce, secretary of the treasury, was reportedly invited to form a ministry after December 27, 1921.
The Colry Choral Society will resume rehearsals after the winter rotation period next week. A dinner at Parish Mall precedes the next rehearsal, with all members invited. A fee of 75 cents per plate will be charged and officers plan a large attendance for the first rehearsal Monday evening as a new season program is outlined. A. Ausnehimer returned home from Youngstown after his sister Ming Littl Ausnehimer died.
Washington orders exhumation of the body of Seaman John Jones at Brooklyn naval cemetery after rumors of dollars worth of Russian crown jewels hidden in the coffin. The effort aims to recover the jewels, allegedly smuggled and liable for customs duty, with authorities investigating the case as a smuggling item linked to wartime duties.
Concord township supervisors plan a conference with county engineer Hill and the commissioners to discuss a proposed highway. Residents show split views on routing with a possible east west option and a Crawford Street connection. no formal filing for county cooperation until after Monday’s Eris meeting and further discussion.
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