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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1920
Page
1
Senate leaders plan a conditional showdown with Senator Lodge signaling a delay until final Senate approval. The White House and congressional factions prepare for a dramatic fight over ratification with party leaders pressing for unity and a swift resolution.
Washington reports the Bureau of Investigation began a probe of private wholesale pricing in meat, ordered by Attorney General Palmer. About 1,000,000 voluntary workers in the fair price drive could be affected as the department warned of possible fines.
A garbled report indicates a fatal strychnine incident involving a child in Franklin County. Details are severely obscured in the OCR text but imply a poisoning case with an arrest or inquiry, mentioning local places and individuals.
Fragmentary notes indicate Sheen to perform with the Keystones. Text suggests a planned event or lineup change, with references to locations and players, but the readable facts are fragmented and unclear about dates or exact lineup.
Olympic AC Club reports traffic back to normal after temporary suspension. Weekend conditions caused by illness and travel disruptions affected service to Columbus. Officials urge customers to plan ahead as crews restore regular hourly routes and safety protocols.
A Washington dispatch details the formation of a Gas Saving Commission to study and promote economical use of natural gas. Director Van Manning opened meetings outlining committee work across production, distribution, and utilization, with members from Went Virginia, Iowa, Pennsylvania, and Pittsburgh. The group plans investigations into reduction methods, device development, and regulatory matters, with initial sessions set for March 27 at 10 a.m. in Pittsburgh.
Services held this morning at St Thomas church for the late Charlon Whotehon. Speeches praised his memory and emphasized community ties. Attendees included members of the Stanford Mose Company and Gorey Lodge, with remarks from Mr Paul Hone Mina Aten Barry and Frank Dnodup.
United Press report from Rochester presents delegates at a national convention pushing for reduced autocracy in schools and expanded democratic methods. The article details discussions on educational training reforms, teacher roles, and governance, with emphasis on broader participation and practical curricula.
R R unions express confidence as veto battles unfold over a presidential measure. Observers note labor groups mobilizing, with key figures debating the administration’s stance and potential congressional actions in what could shape national policy amid ongoing labor unrest and political pressure.
William Phillips, the assistant secretary of state, was sent today by President Wilson to be minister to the Netherlands. The appointment was announced during a formal briefing in Washington.
The Corry Bayshall Club plans a Thursday meeting to discuss driving arrangements and recent appointive observations. Members urged full cooperation and to address pending topics from the last session.
A former recruiting party arrived by air at Venon and will spend a week at local meetings. Officers said the group will tour the area, seek volunteers and discuss enlistment opportunities with residents during the week.
A mother and her son perished from pneumonia following a blaze that damaged their home on Spring Street. Neighbors reported a rapid exposure to smoke as firefighters battled the flames, with authorities noting the couple had lived in the city for years.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a fatal incident with a person burned on a cinder pile. Details are garbled, unreadable names and dates. The fragment references a Sunday event and an unidentified sun seay burned to death with theories about the cause.
Fragmented wires report a League plan to send a commission to Russia while France maintains a firm stand. Reports cite British and Soviet tension, with Millward and Dayne arguing diplomacy remains key as the weather and political climate complicate actions.
A local committee reports low donor turnout for a Loom city pledge drive. They cite 84,000 in funds targeted for a joint effort and note extended efforts failed to cover the second and third wars, requesting 4 percent pledges from key groups to reach the total. An appeal for volunteers and a special coupon plan were arranged to boost participation and publicize the drive.
A partial entry records a nine dollar bid for the Arohia W Thompson Pout, with unclear names and terms. The snippet shows fragmented payer and recipient references and lacks clear event details or dates.
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