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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1927
Page
3
A fragmented OCR item mentions a gate and a halted event with unclear participants. Core names and details are unreadable, leaving only scattered phrases about a scene near a gate and an upcoming appearance.
The Corry PA paper discusses a proposed libel law to protect the memory of the deceased. It would define libel of the dead as writing or imagery that exposes a departed figure to contempt, with penalties up to 500 dollars and six months imprisonment. Opponents warn of policing truth and warn against restraining free discussion of historical figures.
In British Columbia a dry period preceded a temporary beer system allowing 4 per cent beer. Beer parlors flourished briefly, then patronage declined. Vancouver saw outlets shrink from 19 to 42 and still falling. Citizens, once deprived, grew indifferent as prohibition eased. People are funny, says a village philosopher.
A. D. Ross sold his fine team of Percherons to Kane buyers. they weighed 3200 pounds and were the best draft span nearby. J. B. Bayle, Erie schools superintendent, visited Wayne township. Rev T. B. Swann preached farewell at Emmanuel church and left for Connellsville. Automotive talk dominates news with rising car registrations and consumer optimism. Several local names appear including Dennia Sullivan, W. Wass, Tom McGrath, Ira Pierce, F. McCray, Frank Webb, and the R. J. Livermore Dry Goods Store sold to Cory Department Store Company.
Washington January 15 Five idle States passenger vessels of the UT Lines would be private but for Senate hold up Their May to November profit averaged 277149 a month The Shipping Board proposed leasing the Jet for 5000 a month The October profit of 8540 shocked observers and the line’s May to November period showed the first sustained profit. the month’s surplus of 212358 was larger than budgeted losses.
A special teacher in London trains young women in the art of courtly manners and the etiquette of the throne, preparing them for a formal presentation at the British court.
A Washington dispatch discusses whether the Monroe Doctrine will be upheld through voluntary regional cooperation or U S force. It notes Mexico and Nicaragua tensions, and suggests Americans favor multilateral action with Latin American partners, aligning with Pan American ideals.
A Saturday morning fire destroyed a Kane garage owned by Bran Verey at 123 Yarnell Street and a Chevrolet owned by Bart Bepson, with total losses near $2000. Firemen arrived to find the blaze difficult to control before the structure and vehicle were consumed.
The Warren YWCA dedicates its new weave ties building with a 4 40 PM program led by Rev. G. Greer at First Methodist. Miss Mildred Corbett of the National Board will speak on Open House and Generous Living as the Glee Club from the local school provides music.
The Beaty Building at Liberty Street changes hands as Murphy Five and Ten Cent Company becomes owner of the Beaty buildings on Second Avenue and Liberty Street. The deal, near $100000, places the Murphy chain in charge of mixed-use properties housing Davidson Company, Warren and others with apartments and business spaces. Occupants include Mrs Mary Hogan, a milliner, and others renting rooms, with tenants like Dr William C. DeForest and Edwin C. Alexander in the Liberty Street Stein building.
An unclear note questions whether Hays will withhold a verdict in the Chaplin divorce until full facts emerge. The fragment hints at a public statement by Hays regarding movie industry interviews and a visit by Glenn Orr in El Paso.
Fragmentary note cites a bungalow advantage as a selling point per the Boston Herald with unclear phrasing and damaged OCR text. No clear names, dates, places, or events are legible to confirm specifics.
On the seventh anniversary of Prohibition, advocates cite industrial alcohol curbs and lowered deaths as proof of success, while opponents demand modifications. Treasury enforcement chief Andrews notes reduced smuggling and beer supply, but critics warn of unworkable rules and ongoing hardship. Classified ads mention rooms and furnishings.
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