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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1922
Page
1
A heavy snowstorm blankets Gotham and eastern Pennsylvania causing demoralized traffic and crippled communications. Snow depths disrupt travel and power lines, with officials warning residents to stay indoors as authorities respond to outages and road closures. Local schools and services suspend operations through the day.
New York and Pennsylvania report record snow with four inch to ten inch depths across cities including Harrisburg Wilkes Barre and Philadelphia. Roads blocked rail traffic delayed and hundreds of workers hired for snow removal as storms threaten continuing precipitation and rail disruption.
The Hinterleil Circle met yesterday afternoon with Mer Eliaubleth Hemtley on East Pheasant street for its regular weekly duty. The program included Gallf Curel’s Toords, roll call, songs, and talks on life and sayings. Pictures and views connected with Hin fii fire Khiboey were shown. The next meeting will be held with Mew Wortley to observe Washington's birthday.
In New York a grand jury began a probe into boxing promoter Rickard and alleged witness misdeeds. District Attorney John O’Neil led the inquiry as jurors heard testimony from witnesses exiting the session.
United Press reports a Republican push to fund a service bonus through taxes or bonds as White House aides weigh a concrete plan. Lawmakers consider options like a sales tax or naval savings, with proposals facing farm credit and disarmament tensions.
In New England textile circles tension rises as mill owners and union leaders hold talks in Boston. Officials say progress is uncertain with debates over conditions and workers’ rights continuing to loom over the industry.
William Soper of Corry sits on a county jury for the murder trial of George Maerwatghmaiy at Minewold Manufacturing Company. The case, described as one of the county’s most bitter, opened after a prior mistrial, with HL Blair and John McKnuts among jurors. The proceedings proceed as the attorney plans to hear all evidence presented.
The report quotes William Jennings Bryan saying he would consider running for the Senate if Florida Democrats desire his candidacy. He notes his duty to the state and party and says he will decide in the coming days. The piece also mentions drilling operations at a Water Company property and local businessmen supporting the project with Barnsworth as drill supervisor.
Coroners jury pins responsibility for the Kicker Locker Theater blaze on nine men. Each man is held on $5,000 bail as grand jury convenes next week to hear the case and consider further action.
A morning collision at Eighth and Poplar streets left Kenneth Thompson and Lovie Biogid fatally harmed or gravely injured. Thompson suffered possible chest fractures and internal injuries, while Biogid, with a concussion and other injuries, showed no clear recovery early. Witnesses indicate a Ford occupied by five, colliding with a coupe, sending Thompson through the car interior as the crowd waited for aid.
Beidleman declares candidacy for the Republican nomination for governor of Pennsylvania. The statement comes in a late afternoon meeting of the county Republican committee in Harrisburg.
Last evening seventy five men of Company A under Gorry unit at the Pennsy Faria National Guard were inspected at the Grove City armory by Cal Davids of the Regular Army and Major Melby of the PsN. They praised the unit and its progress. A banquet at the European Hotel followed the inspection with Col. Davids Major McCoy and other officers attending.
A compilation of brief reports from Berlin New York Los Angeles Altoona Washington Pittsburgh London and others. Incidents include a vote in the Reichstag over government confidence a secretary of state traveling on vacation a Los Angeles attorney killing his wife and her mother then dying by suicide a freight train wreck with minor injuries and a local homicide in Pittsburgh. Washington discusses a four power Pacific treaty information request. Churchill cites hope for peace talks amid Irish issues and kidnappings.
Corry and nearby cities plan a music week from April through May 6 with concerts, choral items, and student recitals led by Mrs Bosworth and school committees. The program includes sacred songs, home songs, colonial tunes, and patriotic songs, with involvement from public schools and a high school orchestra under Mr Wallet.
Montreal police report Father Delorme, a Catholic priest from Adelird Delorme, is in custody charged with murdering his brother Raoul Delorme 23 Ottawa University student. The body with six bullet wounds was found in a Montreal alley January 6. Authorities allege a $25,000 life insurance and a will linked to the estate yielding about $10,040 yearly income.
Mise Zeliin Towes entertained friends at her home on Park Street with Valentine decor. The engagement party announced the marriage of Miss Starr Stam of this city to Mr. Ben Stam of Ripley New York. The ceremony took place December 2 in Abbey Rijvley.
Reports from Belfast on the clashes describe intense fighting across the city as troops move in. The toll from the day includes twenty one killed and sixty wounded in hospitals, with many more injured in the latest rounds of combat.
United Press reports Sennett was questioned by District Attorney Woolwine in the William Desmond Taylor murder probe. Eight alleged blackmailers and gunmen were arrested and to be questioned. Slim Stewart, a key witness, vanished after confessing details and claiming immunity before cooperating.
The Pennsylvania Board of Pardons granted life sentence pardons to James N. Strait and Ivy De Foster with reduced terms for larceny. Strait aided in quelling rioters at Weslers penitentiary. De Foster, armed with a hammer, helped prevent a prison attack near the hospital housing 85 invalids. Strait was convicted of murder in Franklin county on December 13, 1907. the death sentence was commuted in 1908. De Foster was sentenced in Allegheny county.
Chicago authorities mobilized to shut down a ponzi financing operation run by Raymond J Binchoit known as the "Wizard." The scheme reportedly used gullible savers to funnel up to 40 000 a day, with about 100 percent interest promised. Warrants accusing legal operation of confidence games were served, and arrests were expected as investigations continue.
Indianapolis report from Feb 15 notes government intervention as the United Mine Workers warn a nationwide coal strike could begin April 1 if wage negotiations fail. Operators reportedly resist concessions, while union leaders press to maintain the current wage scale amid mounting local demands.
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