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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1928
Page
3
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The editorial condemns lengthy trials and sensational coverage of murders, praising Michigan for an expedited process that led to conviction and confinement in an insane asylum. It argues for swift, decisive action against violent crime and criticizes sensationalism and legal theatrics. It also touches on anti capital punishment sentiments and broader calls for reform.
A compact feature presents grammar questions and sample errors from W L Gordon's exercise set. It lists miswritten phrases, pronunciations, and spelling challenges with partial answers and a stray note about a postal case involving Summy Bentley.
Washington notes probe Andrew Mellon as the great secretary since Hamilton, or the best since Carter Glass, while he sidesteps comments on party visions. The piece jokes about motives, mentions Boss Vare’s Philly influence, and speculates Mellon’s cautious stance toward Hoover.
A fragmentary item notes Noodles Fagan entertaining crowds at the Amusement Palace with clever acts. Plans from Millsville discuss a memorial on the Drakewell site. Mrs Mary Whittlesey hosted guests with Miss Ryiydod Mandeville and Mrs Nellie Beardsley as they enjoyed an evening. George W Heywang visited from Corry. A Fourth Ward constable race draws five candidates with Capt Dan Mitchell leading.
A garbled quiz page lists questions on religion time zones geography and history. It asks if there are more Christians than non Christians, the noon time in Atlantic City versus San Francisco, how many sections a history is divided into, who is the March king, a Canadian city famed for winter sports industries, and a reference to Herbert Hoover.
A square pyramid height 19 feet with base edge seven feet asks for its volume. The article verse mixes garbled figures and solution steps. It notes weights and measurements, mentions a meeting of The Choir Leaf Olas and a plea for attendance, and references Tracy White.
A large power boat weighed down by ice lies wedged along Lake Erie shore near the mouth of Canaday Creek. Holy Cross College students labored hours to free it but could not reach the gunwales. The vessel’s cargo and equipment status remain unknown.
A campaign to raise 50000 for a modern Playhouse to be built on 125 West Street site was outlined at a noon luncheon. Campaign committee members of the Players and press representatives attended to begin the drive, with February reserved to fund the project. Seven businessmen including Wm. M. Spencer Edwin W. Nick George R Metcalf Jr and George Dudley are pushing the effort.
In Surrogate's court Monday an order set the inheritance tax on the estate of Agnes R Whitney of Jamestown widow of John J Whitney. Total property valued at 208094.65 with bequests of 2000 to three granddaughters Agnes Barrett Jean Barrett Evelyn Barrett. Estate passes to Afra Whitney's son and daughter. Willis K R Whitney of Schenectady receives 14047.32 and pays 4131.42 tax. Caroline W Barrett of Brookline MA receives 145047.82 and pays tax.
The body of Z. H. Winans, late resident of Spartansburg, who died in Philadelphia after an operation, was brought home today for burial. Mrs. Winans and daughter attended, funeral set for Thursday at 2 30 PM at the M. E. Church in Spartansburg, with Rose Hill Cemetery interment.
Columbus Grange will hold a regular session Saturday evening January 28 with a varied program. Opening song roll call and reports describe radio heard, month’s sights, and recent readings. Topic Building up Reen down fins How to go about it by Brother Paul Trisket. Duet Sisters Hit and Page. Question What do you think are now the two male important issues before the American public. Brother B A Went. Closing song.
The Franklin Criminal court trialist session reduced the January term list to about 25 cases as Judge Parker granted nolle prosequi on motor vehicle code violations from 1927. Pleas of guilty were entered by Edward C. Smith and others for concealed weapons possession, forgery, and liquor possession.
Friendly advice aimed at young men urges preparation for the future. The Equitable Life of Town touts a plan to help build financial security and start a successful career, encouraging readers to consult a local agent about life insurance for a specific purpose.
Pittsburgh reports federal grand jury indicted Thomas M. Baker vice president and James P. Hutzier cashier and director of the Merchants Nation Bank of Butler on twenty four counts including perjury and false entries. Charges cite entries dated April 16 1925 and August 15 1925 alleging missing funds and unauthorized withdrawals. Warren County dairy awards announced with diplomas for 1014 herdmen for butter production. names listed on honor roll and ribbons awarded by state dairy groups.
R c Kiser of Virginia is hospitalized in Lancaster after a constable shot him in the leg as he tried to flee while being taken to jail after a hearing in an alderman's office. Kiser is charged with stealing clothing.
Mrs J B Fulp hosted ten members at the regular Readers Club gathering on Monday afternoon at Franklin Street. President Mrs Amelia Ross led the session with roll call noting Noted Sons and Daughters of Pennsylvania. Mrs Fulp read excerpts from Dr Will Durants civilization. Miss Crook to host next Monday.
Managua January 24. Three peons were killed near Geanada Sunday as two U S forces, Sergeant Harold J. Crowell of the Marine Corps and Chief Pharmacists Mate L F Newton, attempted to separate four peons wielding machetes. The four allegedly attacked the two Americans after the men were said to be intoxicated.
Notice seeks 20 to 36 year old men to join a pioneer settlement in a Central American republic coastal territory of about 50 000 acres. Describes outdoor life, primitive conditions, camp discipline, and friendly natives. Applicants pay $1 and receive detailed papers, maps, and a questionnaire. send to Henry R. Lange Chicago.
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