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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1925
Page
1
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A damaged OCR batch from a Scranton Pennsylvania page advertises cures for skin irritations sunburn itching and minor maladies. The garbled text mentions church, doctors and sickness but few clear specifics or dates.
A gas entrapment in a pit during construction of the new American Insurance building leads to the deaths of workers Jack McCarthy and three companions. McCarthy rescued one man before succumbing, as rescue efforts pulled bodies from the shaft amid a throng outside the police hotel quarter. The company identifies victims Jub Smith, White Poetson, and Fe Brows among others in New York City and Cofimbing.
Terri residents bury dead as state troops take over to restore order after a violent clash in Herrin leaves four men dead and two wounded. Deputy Ora Thomas and Klansmen Ed Forbes and Homer Warner killed. Glen Young wounded. bodies moved to church for public viewing. Militia patrolling streets, no gatherings allowed along main drag.
A new cold wave will sweep Wetter Pennsylvania tonight driving temperatures near zero at many points. The Weather Bureau reported high pressure and general cold temperatures across the northern states as the front moves rapidly eastward from a weather system centered near North Dakota.
In Harrisburg the dispute between Auditor General Legic and Attorney General Wodmi delays first bill to be reported to the Home when amendments preparse. The governor’s budget and hospital and institutional appropriations face action after legislative committees clear the way. Governor Pinchot and dry forces seal a final deal behind closed doors with the saloon league and WCTU as the legislative session watches.
Health authorities warn of a possible scarlet fever outbreak across the region, urging immediate quarantine in affected areas. The advisory notes rising cases of throat rumbles and fever, with emphasis on seeking medical care and calling a physician if symptoms appear, to avert wider contagion.
A jewelry store near the Bronx county jail was attacked by burglars who opened a safe and escaped with $25,000 in valuables. Police hunted the suspects after the break in, with reports of a four foot rear entrance used to reach the shop.
A Pittsburgh man died in hospital after injuries from a Saturday auto collision. The car was owned by David Robertson of the city. The injured man’s wife arrived soon after. authorities deem the incident unaviodable and no questions will be held.
Governor Pinchot unveils a plan for a stronger drink law enforcement drive in Pennsylvania. The proposed measures include a new statewide supervision network for distilleries and a supplementary act to bolster the Snyder-Armstrong strong act, with input from city leaders and reform groups.
Tonight officials finalize arrangements for the Corry Motor Club membership campaign. Members from various committees will gather at the Municipal Building to organize the drive and recruit new members. Secretary George Patterson says the goal is five hundred new members.
Emil Daeschner, newly named French ambassador to the United States, presented credentials to Secretary Hughes and began informal talks on the French debt issue. Previous discussions included Jules Jusserand and the Clemenceau memorandum, with calls for a concrete French proposal before negotiations proceed.
Washington Jan 2 The administration will move when Senate convenes to send Attorney General Store’s nomination to the Supreme Court for return to the Judiciary Committee for further study. Senator James Watson, Republican, said after a conference with President Coolidge that the move will delay open executive session.
The Corry building and loan association holds its annual meeting at 7 30 PM in the Ajax building offices. All stockholders are urged to attend as officers for the coming year are elected. Current officers include A L Poster as president He Manley as vice president Maire Tones as secretary and Pi R York as treasurer. The annual reports are expected to show strong progress and the officers will outline the year’s achievements.
Alice Cornish, 20, of Tormer Curry, tried to kill herself Saturday night after her husband a disabled veteran was away at a movie. A hospital ambulance rushed her to Hamet hospital, where doctors report she is improving though weakened. Her brother and neighbors note years of hardship, with the family living on a small pension as the husband has been out of work.
Clyde Westren was taken into custody Sunday by Chief of Police Dan Ele on complaint of Ralph Chirionaio owner of a grocery on First Avenue who charged Westren with larceny. The Averive grocery was reported to have missed a circle after a visit by Westren and Ben Si. Westren denied stealing but is understood to have told police he saw Sisley’s involvement. He will be given a hearing this afternoon and Sisley may also be taken into custody.
United Press reports in Weestawken New Jersey that Father George P. Bennett, a crusting Catholic priest and key prosecution witness in a police and civilian rum running trial, vows to continue anti rum efforts. After a jury reported a hung verdict, he pledged further action and dispatched five patrolmen overnight to guard the waterfront following an anonymous liquor tip.
New York on June 2 Barnard College student Tholen EB Vosburgh aged 28 reportedly overwhelmed by religious mania before telling classmates she was Christ’s daughter. She leaped from an eighth story window of Brooks Hall and died later at Knickerbocker Hospital.
Roberta Jean Price four years old daughter of Mr and Mrs Price of East Congress Street died Saturday evening after a week long illness with whooping cough Miranda price six year old sister also ill with the disease at the family home. Funeral services in memory of the ill will be private and will be held from the house at eight o clock this afternoon. Rev A Roth of the Happarer Church will officiate and interment will be made at Pine Grove Cemetery.
An invitation to the general public announces a week of union services at several churches. The opening service is at 7:30 PM at the Presbyterian Church with Rev L Mycaster delivering the sermon. Subsequent evenings feature Rev A Le Roth, Rev William Hall, Rev William Bart, and Rev J A Martin at various churches, closing Friday at the Lutheran Church.
New York January 20 scientists studied Saturday's total eclipse and agreed the observations will push earthly knowledge of celestial movement and future data forward by about 4000 years though they debated corona shape due to weather.
New York news desk reports that President Uolidy will address the Mt. Lord of the Midget Bureau. Speeches to be delivered in Continental Memorial Mail tonight begin at 7 80 P M. Stations WEAF WOO WIAR WERT WDBH WA and WOS will carry the program.
Berlin reports suggest German officials closely monitor Poland as Warsaw signals possible military mobilization. Officials confirm heightened alert and readiness measures under cautious signals from major ministries.
Geneva June 26 The League of Nations conference reached a favorable accord on the American program after Viscount Cecil and Congressman Stephen Porter agreed on key points. A joint conciliatory commission will seek a start date for a year period to suppress opium smoking and production and to limit manufactured drugs. Separate conventions will cover both subjects.
Pittsfield lost gas service for about five hours this morning after the big main broke between Pittsfield and Youngsville. The gas supply was cut off at about 4 p.m. and service was restored around 9 o'clock.
In Tiffin Ohio Miss Frances Leng of Froxville Tennessee won custody of a girl aged 10 to study nursing. The girl, who said she wants to earn her own way, told reporters she cared little for the outcome and preferred independence. The case drew public attention as the child had been in the care of Mrs Ladwyn Howie of Attics Ohio after birth three years ago in Cleveland.
Radio listings outline Today’s Five Best and related features across stations KOA Denver WDAF Kansas City WEAU Chicago KEEX Hastings WNAC Austin and Grand Opera Company performances. Notable names include Verdi works with Raisa Marshall and Van Gordon in a Central-Scotch program.
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