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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1927

Page

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Marines Cut Off By Liberals In Nicaragua Siege

United Press reports Marines isolated from supply lines near Morita and Chinandega as Liberal and Conservative forces clash. Telegraph and railway severed, with 800 troops under heavy machine gun fire awaiting reinforcements and better weapons before assault continued toward Chinandega.

United Press Managua Nicaragua Morita Chinandesa Carin Parajon Liberal Amisary Chinundegs Pataion Uie Aieke

Deceased Kin of Corry Woman Mentioned in Jamestown Fire

George Morton Jamestown fireman who died in the Woodard block fire is named as a cousin of Miss Mayme Crowley of this city. Crowley left Jamestown this morning to attend memorial services in memory of the deceased.

Corry George Morton Jamestown Yeek Mayme Rowley Mies Crowley Jaméstows

No Trace Found of Stolen Car in Franklin Street Theft

No trace has been found of the Buicke dassenger coupe owned by La J. Kelley, international news dealer, stolen from Franklin Street last Wednesday evening. Police of surrounding cities have been asked to participate in the search, but no trace of the machine has yet been located.

la J. Kelley Intnl Franklin Street Nariallin Pennsyvania

Pinchot and Fisher Fight Over Budget

In Harrisburg Pennsylvania on February 7 Governor Pinchot accuses Governor Fisher of budget deficiencies and criticizes the Fisher administration. A letter from ex Governor Pinchot delivered by P G Stahlecker claims the budget lacks accountability. Fisher responds defending the budget as made and sealed without contest or personal issue.

Pinchot Fisher Tarrisburg Gilford Pinchot Goveror Fisher P. G. Stahlecker Washington Tither

Wage Increase For Engineers And Firemen Across Railroads

Engineers and firemen on eastern railroads will receive a seven and a half percent wage boost, covering about 27 major roads and two subsidiaries. The settlement, reached before US Board member G Wallace WoHanger under the Watson-Parker act, sets a one year agreement with termination possible after that period. Major carriers include New York Central, Pennsylvania, Baltimore and Ohio, Maine, and New York New Haven and Connecticut.

G_ Wallace WoHanger United States Board of Mesa Congress Chicago Ohio River New York Central Pennsylvania Baltimore and Ohio Haste and Maine New York New Haven Connecticut

Kitts to Take Office Tonight in Harrisburg With Erie Delegation

Erie Senator Miles B. Kitts arrives in Harrisburg to be sworn in as a State Senator with a local Erie delegation. They visit Governor Fisher at noon as Ellis is elected to fill the Griswold seat. Also to take oath is Dr. William Munsicker, senator elect from the Third Philadelphia District.

Erie Harrisburg Philadelphia United Pros Warrigburg Miles B. Kitts Mem. Kitts State Senate Fisher Ellis Marvin I. Griswold William ©. Nfunsicker

Mayor Bracken Establishes Weekly Office Hours

Mayor C. W. Bracken announced weekly office hours at the city building every Tuesday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. Taxpayers may bring municipal concerns or petitions for discussion with the mayor, who will be available to provide information on city matters. Henry Green travels to Buffalo this afternoon for a business visit.

C. W. Bracken Bracken Mruticipal Heny Green Buffalo

City Council Holds Meeting This Evening

City council to debate a possible amendment and strict enforcement of building poles within fire limits. Bids will be opened for purchasing fire hose as preparations for North Center resurfacing and Columbus Avenue road project move forward. Monthly items including bills and reports also on the agenda.

North Center Street Columbus Avenue Cimicil

Odd Fellows at Clarion Meeting Conferred Royal Purple Degree

Northwestern Patriarchal league gathering in Clarion saw thirteen encampments represented by 128 Odd Fellows. Ninevaly Encampment of Union City, with Corey encampment drill team, conducted the Royal Purple degree during Saturday night ceremonies. Visiting Three Linkers joined in the lodge social session afterward.

Pourteeh Odd Petlows Northwestern Patriarchal League Clariant Odd

Skaters Hope for Cold Spell at Columbus

Reports say Columbus ice skating may reach record length if continued cold weather holds. Citizens enjoy good skating conditions as temps permit long sessions at local rinks despite fragmented OCR wording.

Columbus

Improvements To First Avenue Garage Under New Ownership

Extensive improvements are underway at the First Avenue Garage after its acquisition by John Wiggers, local Neath distributor. A new display front is to be erected and additional renovations are planned by Mr Winger.

First Avenue John Wiggers Neath Automobile Winger

February Term Opens at Corry Court

February term of county criminal court opened with grand jury organization in Corry. Eleven of 72 cases slated for grand jury submission this afternoon include burglary robbery and larceny charges against listed defendants. A B Posten faces assault and battery awaiting grand jury action Tuesday afternoon after waiving preliminary hearing. Dust Griffin of Corry held for grand jury on larceny charges expected to enter guilty plea.

Erie Grand Jury County Criminal Court William Atnsld Mile Lucki George Zbach Ralph Miller Norman Meley Towis Rominski Joseph Turner Jorah Hoffman Alexada Anto Jaws Efsie Tamop Fisorderly Kowsey Dan L- Satornie A. B. Posten Aire Foster Car Peterson Dust Griffin Corry

Pick Jury for Second Trial of Daugherty

Harry M Daugherty arrived in federal court to select a jury for a second trial on charges tied to the return of seven million dollars in assets from the American Metal Company to German magnate Richard Mertort. He appeared fatigued with his left eye vision reduced since his first trial, while Miller faced related charges. A panel of fifteen jurors was called.

C. J. V. Murpey United Press New York Harry M . Daugherty Once & Power Washi Rane Thomas W. Miller Daugherty Sunwest Harding Miller Wie American Metalk Company Richard Mertort Nee Speed

United States Proposal Considered in London Discussion

Premier Baldivin and his cabinet weighed Secretary Kellogg's plan to neutralize the Shanghai area to safeguard foreigners and property. An audience with King George followed. A British spokesman said the principle had Britain's approval but warned of unclear practical results.

Clifford L. Day United Prous London Baldivin Cabinet Today Frank B. Kelloge Shanghai China Baldwin Alo Wad Kging George United Press Kelloge Britain

Anatomical Scramble Revealed In This Lad

West Chester Pa A medical report describes a 15 year old boy studying at Westtester Hospital who underwent an operation for suspected appendicitis. X rays showed the appendix on the left side and the heart reversed with the liver under the right ribs. The youth was discharged after indigestion relief.

West Chester Myearold Stewshelay Westtester Hospital Shieller Billy

Close Escape for Venango Corp Workers

Three Venango Public Service Corp workers escaped serious injury when their truck went into a ditch near Scott’s Crossing between Corry and Lines. Laird and Clark were hospitalized with painful injuries including a broken rib and shoulder damage. The Erie hearse following the accident was undamaged. The driver of the oncoming car left the scene without stopping. no headlight use noted. State law requires lights on vehicles on the highway. investigation status unknown.

Venango Public Service Corporation Scott Pelle Laird Clark Curry Hospital Benng Burton Funeral Company Erie Collowine Corry Venings Cheploration Stirling

Youth Perishes as Home Burns in Philadelphia

A fire at the Berg home in Philadelphia claimed Michael Terg twenty in his room likely from suffocation after sleeping. His sister Elizabeth twelve and brother Harry were severely burned while fleeing in night clothing. The blaze is thought to have started at a cigar store above the residence.

United Press Philadelphia Michael Terg Elizabeth Harry Berg Fin & Cigar Store Bergs

Fighting Continues in Portugal as Rebel and Loyal Forces Clash

Rebellious and loyal troops renewed fighting around Oporto as the government claimed reports of a surrender were premature. The clash involved infantry, the Republican Guard, and a naval unit allied with the rebels, signaling ongoing turmoil in Lisbon and Porto.

Ly United Lisbon Oporto Carmidna Republican Guard

Missionaries urge conciliation amid Shanghai neutralization plan

United Press dispatch from Washington reports 5000 Americans at risk as the Coolidge administration awaits Chiang Kai-shek and Sun Chuanfang positions on neutralizing the Shanghai international settlement. Kellogg proposals cover foreign sections only and officials warn force may provoke further danger. Nanking supports negotiating new treaties and coaching in China while urging the State Department to preserve peace and avoid escalation.

Paul R. Mallon United Pronk Washington Red McNary Congress Sen Senate House Gooding Ludwell Denny United Press Tel Shanghai International Settlement Ta Chane Tso-Lin Chiat Kai Shele Chiang Chang Sun Chue Ang Pang Gree Porter House State Department China

Two Bank Robbers Captured After Knox Holdup

Clarion county bank robbers seized $8,000 from the Knox bank early today after forcing cashier George Berlin to ride to the bank. They tied up bank employee Raymond Willie and escorted Berlin home, where state police from New Castle surrounded the residence and arrested the pair. Police credited New Castle officers with supplying crucial information leading to the siege, and twelve troopers aided in the capture. The suspects, S. C. Tarel of Warren and George Gil of New Castle, were photographed and processed at the barracks.

United Press Clarion Clarion County National Banke Know Butler Barracks Newcaster S. C. Tarel Warren George Gil Youngstown Hat Earel Clarion Clarion County National Bank Knox New Castle George Berlin Berlin Raymond Wilie Hiad Tnsyens

Nearby road projects advance in state legislature

Plans for highway improvements across the region move to Harrisburg this week. Proposals include widening East Columbus avenue, creating a scenic Allegheny river route from Tionesta to Oil City, and linking Oil City with Warren via a strengthened route through Pleasantville and Warren with delegations likely from Warren, Pleasantville, Titusville, and Oil City to advocate for the changes.

Main Burg Sornaghs Tionesta Oil City Tonesta West Hickart Pidhonte Warren Harrisbuirg Pleasantville Rowe

Whipping Post Advocated in Pittsburgh Sermon

Rev. R. H. Barker urged the whipping post as a remedy for social ills in a Point Breeze Presbyterian Church sermon. He linked divorce rates to societal degeneracy and criticized modern women's clothing as a marker of broader freedom of movement, not immodesty.

United Press Pittsburgh R. H. Bapleer Point Breeze United States Barker

Pardon Board Faces Case Of Philadelphia Bank Bandits

Martinburg February 7 The state board of pardons will rule on whether Frank Boris, one of the Obiey bank bandits tied to the Philadelphia payroll heist, should be executed after his death sentence appeal. Four bandits including Doris, Curry, Bentley and Julian seek clemency. the group planned the March 7 execution at Rockview penitentiary.

New State Board Philadelphia United Press Martinburg Boris q_muyeder wile Doris Rockview Joseph Curry Harry Bentley Wiltiane Julian Harry Cooper

Radio Features Schedule Across Stations and Orchestras

Listings show WABE New York and WEAF connections with programs like Cavalleria Rusticana and Henry Hadley orchestral pieces. Multiple stations including WEAF, WIZ, WOCO, WDAP present evening offerings from 8:30 to 9:00 PM with hosts and performers such as Lewis Richards and Fred Patton featured in central time slots.

WABE New York Stern Lewis Richards Sharps Chord WEAF PAL Weaf Grand Opera Company Cavalleria Rusticani Wiz Paster Henry Hadley Fred Patton WOCO Minneapolis St. Pat Centrall Univerity Procnim WDAP Kansas City

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Tn Senate U.S Corinto ODD Fellows AT Patriarchal League Corffer Colubus Aterse Venango Corp Portugal Pardon Board
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