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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1922
Page
1
A Detroit based report weaves crime lore with a claim of a murder tied to William Taylor. Police probe centers on changes to a $1000 bill and a suspect linked to Ferguson Alley. The piece blends sensational detail with official doubt as investigators pursue leads.
Fragmented text describes government security actions and contested leadership amid turmoil. The piece mentions administration personnel, relations with allies, and unclear timing of a response. Clearest reading notes internal pressures and potential shifts in policy during a period of instability.
United Press reports more bucket shop operators face indictments as part of the district attorney’s sprawling probe. Dozens of brokers, clerks, and stenographers are affected amid suspicions of fraudulent practices and firm failures.Several firms including Ruskay and Co and Rasmussen and Co suffered collapses, with branch offices in principal U.S. cities.
Five transmen were killed when the Winn pag Wee Nay 10 collided head on with Annowslow, about three miles east of Wayserly, Winn, along the Great Northern line. Nine persons, including a passerby, were injured. The Winnimeg Filer was doubleheaded and the impact knocked the snow plow free. The three engines and one mail car plunged over a 20 foot embankment.
Knox, famed character impersonator and entertainer, appears at the High School auditorium tonight after eight years on stage. He has given over 3500 entertainments, with many returning patrons. Adjutant Staith reports in city today on late Mrs. Douglas case and Taylor’s alleged involvement in drugging an actress, tying to broader criminal activity.
Keen interest grows for Old Folks Concerts to be held next Monday and Tuesday at the Cory High School auditorium. Soloists include Mileson Austin and others with duets by June McCray and Sara MacInnes. A patriotic medley may be added. Prof Barth conducts. Tickets go on sale Saturday at Conita's drug store and at the door.
Carnegie Tech runic club combined with senior class presented a high school auditorium variety program to a large audience. Members delivered graceful, accomplished performances with harmonica numbers and a brief comedy, eliciting repeated applause and marking the event as a standout for such clubs.
A Washington case centers on a blackmail plot targeting prominent women. Police report two suspects Maurice Sle Cosy and Harry Collins arrested on forgery charges. connections to threatening letters demanding large sums under death threat. Investigators say letters were sent to several elites and forwarded to the Department of Justice for safety checks.
Readable fragments show lawmakers and officials debating killing or authorizing a sales tax to boost revenue. Report mentions President Harding, committees, and funding aims amid opposition and procedural talks in Congress.
A large crowd attended the auto show with up to a thousand visitors and stronger evening turnout promised. Cleveland dealer Mas Graves from Meadville boosted the program with his whistler acts. Jory Kelley held the winning ticket for a $10 prize drawn by dealers. A drawing prize was scheduled for tonight at 10 o clock, as dealers anticipated even bigger attendance for the final day with awards slated Saturday evening.
Health Officer Weak announced this morning that mumps cases are declining citywide. Over forty cases were reported to the Health Department during the past month, with officials urging continued caution and vaccination to prevent a resurgence.
Crosslin real estate man on trial for assaulting Miss Matthews 15 was shot in court by the witness. She testified the revolver killed him after the shooting near the chair. The tragedy occurred as Catholic Daughters held a costume party and tureen supper at Knights of Columbus rooms with a school program and juvenile dress.
Pittsburgh February 24 Christ Clare John Loge chief of the bureau of Economics suffered an apoplectic stroke in his office in the current Cowary Building this afternoon.
British Prime Minister Lloyd George and French Premier Poincaré plan a secret conference along the Baltic coast tomorrow. Reporters await as both leaders aim to secure an accord, with the outcome likely shaping postwar policy and Franco British cooperation.
Philadelphia February 24 United Press Rev Jon Davis state prohibition director suspended chief prohibition agents Harry B Ellinger Harrisburg and Charles Marks Read ing Ellinger under review of duties pending investigation Marks suspended for being asleep no one could wake him Davis cites substitution of water for alcohol as alleged method prompting federal probe of Wilkes Barre incident and truck driver arrest for illegal transport of car d r without turning over to authorities
A powerful storm struck the city last night leaving streets dark as lights failed across the area. Repairs were underway today while city manager Shosons assured residents a quick restoration to enable operations tonight.
New York police report three murders in one night, two victims slain in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Santos, a Manhattan jewelry store proprietor, was killed resisting a bandit. Gillan, a Brooklyn resident, died during a confrontation at a different store. Police question two suspects as they pursue leads in the cases.
Franklin faces a fight over an illegally appointed police force that would stay on duty. city officials contest the method of selection as void for noncompliance with civil service law. the issue follows resistance from Mayor Biller and action by the city solicitor.
Harrisburg February 24 Democratic conference passes a resolution to appoint a Committee of 72 to choose candidates for the coming election. The selected candidates will receive party support in the primaries. The gathering also noted the harmony drive amid factional splits with prominent figures in attendance and many women participants shaping policy.
The text reports male residents resisting a wife’s school tax levy of 85 han. City officials threaten steps toward collection as collectors note several refusals to pay the $6 levy. District officials express anger at apparent indifference and plan drastic measures to collect the taxes.
Gifford Pinchot, state Forestry Commissioner, was boomed for governor at a Philadelphia dinner. He said he had not decided whether to run, despite urging to enter the race as a leading candidate. He cited Prohibition enforcement as a major statewide issue and noted tension between all enforcement and those who resist it.
United Press reports London on February 1 that Queen Mary has improved and will not postpone the wedding of Vikas Lescglies and Ake jis. The ceremony was threatened by a medical setback but proceeded as planned with royal attendance and formal arrangements in place.
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