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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1928
Page
1
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United Press reports a U S submarine disappeared off Cape Hatteras during a gale as a two mile deep ocean swirled near the coast. Search continues with Saratoga and Camden supporting tenders and other subs nearby. Navy notes no distress yet and cites possible storm-related damage.
Leonard Stockton narrowly escaped an attempted hold-up near the Patterson farm on Columbus Avenue on a Saturday evening. Three masked men flagged his car, he sped away, unintentionally striking one robber who was then carried into a waiting vehicle. The other attackers fled. Stockton tried to read a license but could not. He alerted Corry police, who involved Warren authorities, yet no clues emerged. Reports of a body along Wrightsville Road proved unfounded.
Field Marshal Douglas Haig, commander in chief of British forces in France during World War I, died suddenly at his London home. He collapsed after nightfall while retired in his room. Doctors cited overstrain from war service. Haig, 84, is survived by his son the new Earl Haig. His death sent England into mourning as papers announced the loss.
In Renovo Pennsylvania on January 30 Richard Schroat, 16, died after being accidentally shot by his brother John during a trapping trip. John carried the wounded boy more than two miles through ice filled water to reach a hospital, but Richard died a few minutes after admission.
Harrisburg January 40 NINE road projects were awarded by the State Highway Department from bids opened January 27 Approximately 18 miles involved The awards include Warren County Sheffield Township Oak 487 Test to D L Deri ng Galeton $40 185 50 The department will study bids for construction in Elk County Houte 1 Summit and Mill Creek townships and in McKean County Houte 212 spur Springfield Township Erie county ordered to construct grade crossing removals on Route 5 over main tracks of the Besgemoy and Lake Erie railroads relocation of highway and construction of a subway at an estimated cost of 552 218 county to pay 4 000 to railroad company and highway department 33 000 to railroad company Over compensation for property damage to be assumed by county J W Masterson of Ou City visited Imba city this morning about a bolt period Masterson formerly resided here
Harrisburg reports say Senator elect William S. Vare will support Senator David A. Reed for renomination in the April 24 Republican primary. The move follows talks among Pennsylvania leaders and Washington developments, with Reed and Kephart courting Vare support. Governor Fisher conferred with Vare in New York before returning to the state capitol.
United Press reports Senator Hiram Johnson of California introduced a resolution for a Senate investigation into telephone companies. The proposal, referred to the Interstate Commerce Committee, seeks a five member panel to examine interlocking holding companies, shared assets and rates, and spending to influence public opinion or elections. Also mentions local social visits and a Pittsburgh trip of Mr. and Mrs. Fox and children with relatives.
In Los Angeles on January 30 the Hickman murder case saw a new defense bid to appoint American Psychiatric Association alienists to examine William Edward Hickman. Judge J J Trabucco overruled the motion as defense attorney Jerome Walsh, who testified Hickman lacks funds, argued the state’s resources give it an unfair edge. The court denied the request.
In Ottawa Ontario January 30 a derailment halted President Cosgrave of the Irish Free State's train from Philadelphia near Limoges about 30 miles from Ottawa. No injuries to Cosgrave or his party, but two crew members were killed. Authorities say the engine Canadian Capital struck an open switch. A special train was dispatched to resume Cosgrave's journey. Rumors of a life attempt prompted Mounted Police, officials, to rush to Limoges. L Auer, after a business trip in Baltimore and other eastern cities, returned home tonight.
Havana June 50 Delegates began the third week of the sixth Pan American conference with 48 representatives in sessions. Five key committees met to address intellectual cooperation economic problems communications social issues while a public international law panel prepared to discuss controversial chapters in the draft code. The Pan American Union panel debated amendments to its convention draft, proposed by Mexico Silvamor and Nicaragua, as governing board members seek flexible accreditation rules.
Pottsville Pa January 30 nearly all collieries in the anthracite region operated at full time to meet a flood of orders after the recent cold spell. The Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company runs 39 mines in the Pottsville area and many had not operated at peak pace this season. Lehigh Coal and Navigation Co announced plans to reopen all Panther Creek region collieries tomorrow morning after a week of shutdowns. Robert King traveled to Jamestown for a day's business.
A tip on the Legters grist mill fire at North Clymer North Carolina earned a $5 prize for the best story from the Jour nal as presented by Francis Slattery of the American Railway Express Company. Slattery, the News Editor, was first to tip the journal, with several other tips following.
United Press reports another explosion near Pittston within six weeks at the Ewen colliery of the Pennsylvania Coal Company. Police extend the search as authorities believe the same gang responsible for a prior blast carried out this act, causing heavy damage but no injuries.
Radio listings promise diverse programs across stations. Highlights include President Coolidge and Budget Director discussions, a gang-themed feature with Millinlent Abu, and major shows on General Motors Hour and Pat. Program times vary, with late evenings across WHAP, WOR and KPAX networks.
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