03 Feb 1923
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1923
Page
1
Premier Poincare reports progress as German actions in the Ruhr raise hopes for reparations talks. French officials express willingness to reopen conferences if co operation continues and disturbances subside.
A French report states Germany hopes to reopen negotiations on reparations payments after protests against a European commission motion. The note suggests a staged resumption of Ruhr coal shipments contingent on progress, with Berlin indicating continued willingness to pay only if German vital needs are met.
Premier Lloyd George warned of trouble from the Ruhr as the world faced instability. He suggested Allied nations must share responsibilities, noting America’s role in relief and debt matters may not fully offset global risks. Baron Harriott and social figures were noted in city visits and arrivals.
Senate debates a spending bill and probes into various investigations while agencies face scrutiny. House committee discussions touch on naval affairs and interstate commerce amid immigration questions.
Fragmentary OCR depicts tensions in Ruhr area with negotiators over Germany’s ability to pay reparations. French control tightens around oil and iron basins. rail lines used to move coal despite guards and telekin references. Train routes and gates suggest blocked transit amid Allied occupation.
United Press reports a planned Senate rally to support Harding policy with a record vote indicating Senate majority backing the President and Secretary of State on international policy. Lodge blocks Robinson request to recall Mugha on Boyd/unnamed delegation activities as changes in administration and Senate stance unfold on European station policy.
The article notes that a large share of students fail new posture tests set by the Physical Education Department. It describes the two step process and the goal of earning medals after months of steady effort, with most pupils currently not meeting the standards.
Police report two Black individuals and a woman involved in a drunken orgy leading to arrests after disturbance near the roundhouse. Investigations traced the incident to a home party, with one suspect captured after a chase to a city residence and the woman found intoxicated at the Sisley home. City officials vow action to curb depravity and protect children.
Senator Heflin of Alabama attacked press coverage in the Senate gallery after being twice called to order. He warned he would move to exclude “impr esentatives of the mobilized press” from the galleries if the conduct continued.
The Queen Esther Circle announces a tureen supper and first meeting in this city. All young women ages 0 to 25 are invited to attend at the NM 1 church on Monday evening. Each guest should bring a tureen and a dish to share. Mrs W F Gehihert will speak on Young People's Work and outline plans for the organization.
United Press reports John D. Rockefeller improved during a winter illness while raids in 18 counties of Pennsylvania backed Governor Pinchot’s prohibition push. Rockefeller remained confined to his room as officials noted progress amid a crackdown that yielded over 100 arrests.
Reports from Washington say federal agents will cooperate with Pennsylvania authorities in enforcing prohibition as the state prepares for a dry era. Campagin observers note unprecedented enforcement rigor with arrests and cordons along routes from the Jersey coast to Pittsburgh and the Ohio Valley.
An attempted grave robbery at the grave of James Jones failed as guards challenged intruders at a cemetery in Brooklyn. Authorities opened the casket order to verify the jewels valued at $5,000 hidden inside while smugglers and ghouls were suspected to have plotted the theft.
A large group of citizens are named as possible commissioners with several former members of the commission also mentioned. The council may name a successor within thirty days and a decision could be made at the upcoming meeting next Monday evening.
London datelined report says Lithuania refuses to comply with an Allied ultimatum ordering withdrawal from Afemi after capturing the city from French troops. The dispatch notes the Lithuanian government will not withdraw its forces.
Local interest grows as Charles R Davis a former Union city man connected with the Lition Produce company is expected to seek the county commissioner seat in the November elections under the Prohibition banner. Party leaders say the campaign will be robust with likely announcements forthcoming in the next week or two while local supporters pass along word of his candidacy.
The city reports a renewed flu outbreak with many students absent from schools. Doctors warn the spread continues and authorities have not yet closed schools, despite higher absence rates and increased fever cases.
In Lock Haven Pennsylvania Wheeler Capello and Leo Kitchen were found not guilty of murder in the case involving 15 year old Elisabeth Warley. The jury faced three requests for discharge before delivering the verdict. Prosecution alleged assault and death following a crash. defense claimed no murder occurred.
News from Schenectady New York notes Dr. Linton N. Flexner of the Rockefeller Foundation announced discovery of an influenza germ and the pursuit of an anti-toxin. The report credits Frederick Gates and Peter Kolitski with the year long investigation, mentions animal testing in rabbits, and cites alarming mortality figures from May 1918 to March 1919.
A Mexican interior official signals deportation of Clara the hammer killer not for murder conviction but for immigration law violations. Mexican agents in Juarez identify and shadow her, with police and reporters recounting tense near encounters including a pistol sighting and close surveillance by U S and Mexican authorities.
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