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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1923
Page
1
Twelve people were injured when a Pennsylvania rail line crossing collision near Warren sent six to hospital. A Mayburg girl was listed as most seriously injured while other named victims and witnesses were described, with later reports noting hospital confinement and ongoing care.
Despite poor conditions, thirty to fifty children enjoyed skating on the South Street rink as volunteers led by Director Wolf improvised a usable skating area. The venue, picked for a school holiday, brought a happy day for youngsters and volunteers, with plans for more sessions if weather stays favorable.
The United Press report from Narris Hur t details a new Pinchot administration initiating state reforms. Prohibition draft funds of 28 million dollars are noted for the next two years as lawmakers prepare for a legislative overhaul. The administration targets reorganizing state government and budget cuts, including a reduction of eight thousand dollars from the Census Bureau and cost-saving measures in salaries and supplies.
United Press reports a defendant convicted again in a $65,000 bank holdup. Fragmentary text from an early 20th century source describes prior charges and a trial, with disjointed references to courts and a penitentiary. The garbled prose omits clear names, dates, and locations.
A bobsled carrying about a dozen people crashed last night in Altoona injuring five, including Roy Kolth who remains in serious condition with a concussion. The incident occurred after the sled struck a horse. Moo Teant reported multiple injuries and hospitalizations.
Court records reveal additional names linked to a kidnapping gang led by Hastrop. The report lists Hay, Skinertly, and others as associates, noting involvement with the Septic Powers and the abduction of Want Thurtel and Photnae Richards. A masked group reportedly pursued Husueh Bastrop, capturing two prisoners on August 24 during a car chase.
United Press reports vigilantes in northern Arkansas plan to extend their rule until the county grand jury adjourns. At Harrison on January 20, they met with business leaders and railroad workers to defend against strikes on the Missouri and North Arkansas line. Police held fifty others in jail after grand jury actions as the group sought to control local government and promote open shop policies.
United Press reports a plot to tunnel from a nearby house to Mount Joy prison was frustrated today by state forces. The plan aimed to release Irish political prisoners detained there and was thwarted in Dublin.
Washington June 20 amid a three month rise in the cost of living driven by seasonal conditions and abnormal factors. Hoover reports the April to December increase ranged from one to over three percent while yearly figures show a general decline, with food prices up in December and continued pressure on eggs butter and vegetables. Reports from various cities indicate mixed movement in goods with housing and utilities among the main contributors.
United Press reports urgency in addressing reparations as German troops move toward the Ruhr, prompting fears of a German coup and French occupation. Dispatches note mentions of armed shipments and German leaders arrested. League of Nations faces pressure to offer a dignified exit and resolve the Ruhr crisis through payment terms discussions.
In a simple catafalque ceremony at First Congregational Church Wallace Reid, famous film idol, lay in state as kings and queens of film paid final honors. Hundreds filed past the bier, the flower-covered dinette bearing his casket as mourners passed in a slow defile.
A Pittsburgh area probe centers on Garnett and associates accused of conspiring to loot an express company train near the Wert Uitte line. Witnesses from Aldernss, Withwsurre, and neighboring towns link the group to thefts totaling thousands of dollars. The case, tied to railroad and express firm losses, hinges on testimonies in a Pittston court meeting.
United Press dispatch from Marion reports Williamson valinity today prepared for the second Herrin massacre murder trial. After the acquittal of five defendants in Howard Hotman’s murder, the state plans to prosecute 18 men for Antonio Mulkovich’s death. Indictments against five of the original sixteen will be nolle pressed, including Hugh Wittyls, Charles Rogers, Percy Hall, Dallas Mooros, James Brown, Jesse Childers, Oscar Howard, and Philip Footansta, with the remaining defendants held without bond.
Eleven insurgents were executed in Ireland today under the Free State government for offenses against the state. Five of the condemnations occurred at Athlone for bearing arms. In Washington, January 20, assurances were given that a post‑session of the new Congress soon after March is highly unlikely.
A lengthy feature describes the Kurtz company expanding in bedroom furniture production. It notes a planned spring panel-board plant, added case goods, and new equipment at the Kurtz plant. Five expert cabinet makers are employed and new styles include burl walnut and redwood finishes with two-tone lacquers. The piece highlights modernization, increased orders, and potential market growth for the Kerry industry in the city.
A deadly blaze at a Furnace building in Lawrence traps residents as fire crews arrive late. Victims include Angeline and Mary among others. several children die or are severely injured. Fire spreads rapidly from a coffee shop area to upper floors, forcing occupants to seek escape through smoke filled hallways. Fire department teams confront intense heat and blocked exits, with tragic scenes as bystanders assist the injured.
A large Erie County delegation joined Corky citizens in Warren for the Northwestern Pennsylvania Good Roads dinner today. Speakers included Thomas R. McDowell and D F A Wheelock with H W Cooney as toastmaster, amid reports of Allied troop concerns and mine union delegates in New York discussing proposals with operators.
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