07 Feb 1923
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1923
Page
1
Fragments describe an event involving ng Wing and an ob spring navy near Vila. Readable details indicate a return or completion of a task dated in the period but OCR quality obscures exact names and places. The items suggest a local notice or brief about a past action or shipment with maritime and military references.
A passenger liner Wilhelmina and freighter Sierra collide about seven miles off the Golden Gate. The Wilhelmina suffers damage and water intrusion while the Sierra sinks. Coast guard and salvage crews respond as the two-vessel wreck is reported by the American Audi Corporation.
A Harrisburg report notes a house introduction of a measure allowing state funds to cover road costs for streets tied to the state highway system. The bill proposes the highway department may improve city streets adjacent to state routes where access or parcel improvements benefit the state.
Chicago February 7 bread price war widens as eighty eight grocery stores of a chain offer a loaf free to every purchaser. Officials claim the move aims to prove bread cheaper, signaling a bold pricing tactic in the market.
President Harding presents the debt settlement to Congress in a joint session. He stresses repayment of Huntloh debt, warns against new spending including British soldier bonuses, and urges swift Senate passage to honor pledged obligations.
A night school meeting at the high school announced an extension of the program with a new course on industry and how to study effectively. Expert teacher Lilley from Toledo will lead sessions in the evenings with instruction on Mondays and Fridays and a $500 fee covering materials. Enrollment is open at the high school Thursday evening.
Four men face federal bootlegging and conspiracy charges in Pittsburgh. Indicted by the grand jury are Vincent Sehonhardt of Tenors Brewing, Johnstown. Pat Maurice Po McGrath, former prohibition agent in Pittsburgh and Johnstown. Orville R. Stifter, former prohibition agent in Pittsburgh and Johnstown. Adelbert D. Summer, a deputy sarsfy of Washington, D.C. Also named is John B Bailey, former corneiman. Read as a probe into illegal liquor activities and violations of national prohibition statutes.
The Atlantic seaboard from New England to the Carolinas was hit by a major storm with five inches of snow in New York and vicinity. The system, seen inland and into the Alleghemet region, caused freezing temperatures as far south as Raleigh, N C, and left streets clogged as about six thousand workers cleared snow in New York.
The new St Pauls Lutheran Church, erected over the past year, is ready for occupancy and will be dedicated next Sunday at 2 30 PM by city Lutherans. Out of town clergy will attend, with a Lutheran choir providing special music. The dedication program will be announced later. services were held in Municipal building during construction under Rev. William Hall.
Washington reports a House move added 20 million dollars to the rivers and harbors appropriation. The extra funds lack a stated purpose and provoke questions from Senator McCumber as to its destination and decision makers. Officials cite budget figures and Army engineers for the contemplated improvements amid partisan commentary.
Indictments were returned against Paul Sturtevant, former president of the Bank of Conneautville, and Gravin Company officials in Meadville. Charges include false written statements and conspiring to publish a misleading asset report claiming the bank had $0,000 in assets and $50,000 paid in capital, with allegations of knowledge of the bank’s insolvent condition.
The United States army of occupation in the Rhine region has arrived in America, docking near Savannah as the steamship Saint Mihiel, carrying 1,200 khaki-clad troops, prepares to berth and the city welcomes them with enthusiastic scenes.
Michiel Hannay and John Dun, firemen, were killed when an express train struck a Bre trucks stalled on railroad tracks at a crossing. Witnesses reported the signal indicating clearance but gates remained down as the collision occurred. District Attorney Wallace ordered arrests to probe railroad hiring practices and gate operation.
United Press reports French troops advance deeper into the Rhineland occupying seven towns including Revervormald Lenhep Rychworge Wenmelsiirchen Overath Bergivechhorn Swaberi Lippe. Berlin government plans to pause the Ruhr vote and protest French actions while Britain weighs response and railway movements.
Washington February reports anticipate swift executive action on Henry Ponty’s proposal to supply Musino Shoote Nya. Georgia Representative weighs the project amid hopes the House will grant prompt approval in the upcoming session.
In Washington the Hall of the Americans at the Pair America building, the peace conference of Central American Republics completed two months of work by signing seven conventions and three protocols. The accords aim to limit land and armament and to promote peace and progress among the American nations.
In Lausanne and at Constantinople a web of tensions tightens over the Near East. Turkish and Russian delegations depart, while Britain readies ships as Ismet Pasha warns allies and the Smyrna harbor ultimatum looms. Dispatches hint at tentative alignments among Turkey Bulgaria Greece and the Entente as war clouds gather.
Local investors in the Parent Company gathered in Corry for a stock plan meeting led by Thome Tones Sharon and Farrell pespie. Mr Weeks urged all stockholders to attend and learn details of the plan affecting the Buffalo related concern and future steps.
The Alleghiny tiania appears in Anie city under Junior claex at the High school for a fine program at the auditorium this evening. This year’s offering is the least ever vruranted by Mondviin collegianly. Advance notice reported a large crowd expected for tonight’s concert by the glee club.
The Elks Club hosts another Wednesday dancing party with Messengers orchestra providing music. A large attendance of members and friends is expected as several novelty dances are planned for the evening, aiming to make this event highly enjoyable.
United Press reports Valent worthquatee shocks captured by seismographs at Naples and Bari observatories. Readings indicate strong quakes measured around 00 and three hundred kilometers apart in the two places.
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