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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1926

Page

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La Follette Leads Move In U S Senate

A Senate committee subpanel debated reform measures on campaign finance. It discussed limiting campaign expenditures to 26 000 for candidates and considered amendments from Senators La Follette of Wisconsin and Neely, with senators Jarolie and others slated to vote later.

United Pros Washington Senate Kulee WaPollette Wisconsin Nesdy Virgil Cal Eantrida Bedi Pnimiting Saxtotors Watvie Republican Indiwiay Hate Ee Pailsteady Turiscin Demspert Mosissippie Jarolie Neely Syd Seavion Li

New Canadian Ministry Falls in Ottawa Political Turmoil

In Ottawa on July 2 the new Canadian ministry collapsed amid parliamentary tension. Senior figures including Watts and Gilly McTeen faced questions as Conservative forces challenged the government, signaling a volatile shift in federal leadership and party dynamics.

Governor Refuses Clemency To Ponzi Figure

Boston dispatch reports Governor Pullen declines clemency for a Ponzi scheme suspect held under a nine year sentence. The fugitive inmate pleads for mercy as defense papers accuse oppression and persecution, but the governor maintains state authority.

United Press Boston Goseenor Fithag Jug Meolinei Ewatotens Weston Vinivi Thiol Oy Felows Ace Pullen Marssarthiverta aMvinlis

Alimony Proceedings For Bud Fisher Wife

Historical news item notes $250 weekly alimony and related claims in a suit involving Mary O. Fisher known as Bud Fisher's wife. The document references temporary allowances and pending court position along with fees and expenses in the ongoing divorce or separation action.

Bud Fisher United Prom Law York S Fisher Marry O Avis

Senate Passes Radio Control Bill in 1920s Reform

The Senate approved a radio control measure granting the Commerce Secretary authority to regulate broadcasting. The bill would create a five member commission with a $10 000 salary to oversee airwaves. An amendment seeking to prohibit broadcasts of speeches on evolution failed.

Senate South Carolina

Road contract awards for Warren 0 road and Route 208

Harrisburg reports awards for road work including Butler firm Charles Winterson Construction Co at $287,168 for 287,000 feet on Route 88 and Tower Brothers of Warren at $21,000. The awards involve Berkel and Gilven townships and target state highway construction in Annsiring county.

United Press Harrisburg Conrady

Education Department Advocates Curb on Obscene Literature

A state education department report outlines resolutions from a legislative assembly. It urges curbing interstate distribution of obscene literature and supports stricter regulation as part of broader cultural and youth protections. The document notes a rise in athletic contributions and reports the association’s total membership reaching about 140,000.

Pulladalpgda Anverston Mauinbly Cilidenahip Rhe Association Setremey

Union City Man Is Fined for Disorderly Conduct

Laurênes Wursin of Union City fined 25 dollars and costs yesterday for disorderly conduct. Watson was taken up on charges of liquor influence in a patrol stop, though not driving the machine when cited by Police Chief Dunkle.

Allegert Laurénes Wursin Union City Watson Phiet Dunkle

Slaying of Policeman Mynner Leads to Death Sentences

Philadelphia report of Prant Thovis and three companions linked to the murder of Policeman Marty Mynner during a May robbery attempt. Thovis, 85, was sentenced to death after a refused new trial. others received death or related penalties as the case unfolded.

Philadelphia Prant Thovis Marty Mynner Turing Danis Ank Warly Cooper

Five Best Radio Features Listings

Radio highlights include a Richmond mill daylight recital by Maurice Garrabrant at WLShicago at 1 PM Eastern Daylight. WBAL Baltimore airs Stephen Foster program in the afternoon. KOA Denver schedules concerts and municipal events at 8 PM Mountain Standard. WGY Schenectady and WMAK Buffalo feature WGY Players at 18:00 Raster Standard.

Wang Richmond Mill Maurice Garrabrant Wlshicago Stephen Foster Sonig WBAL Baltimore Eastern Standard City Park KOA Denver WGY

Corryites Visit Fire Ravaged Greenfield Village

Corry residents toured Greenfield eight miles south of North Hast after a disastrous blaze that started in the E. M. Sweet general store and razed a blacksmith shop, grange hall, and several homes. Fires from the blaze left five families homeless with damages estimated at $100,000.

Greenfield Freewear North Hast Lye Mae E. M. Sweet Destroyer Bay Rage Rod Weight James Wright Frank Gristen Charles Wariind Alice Raymond Sweet Lise

Meat Packing Scandal Exposed in Federal Indictments

Federal indictments charge Chicago Packing Company president Ignatz Katy and superintendent Willian J Tate, plus Melvin R McManon, a government inspector, with conspiring to defraud the United States by improper claims over destroyed cattle and wool resources used for compensation funds.

United Press Higago Chicago Packing Company United States Ignatz Katy Willian J. Tate Chicago, Packing Company Melvin R. McManon

Tosull to Appear Before Senate Inquiry

Jub. 2 United Press reports Samuel Tosull, tied to Senator Caraway and Col. Smith, will appear before the Senate investigating committee in Illinois related to the recent primary. Tosull says he has nothing to say and would not evade service of subpoenas.

United Prew Chicago Samuel Tosull Caraway Dem Arka Haying Rants L. Smith Senate Tlinois Thsull Woulin

Plans for Labor Day Celebration in Stanford

Local firemen and merchants discuss staging a county wide Labor Day field meet in Stanford. The Eternity Volunteer Firemen’s Association plans a Wednesday meeting to extend an invitation, with the Stanford Hose Company hosting. Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce pledges active support for a large celebration with a potential State Armory hall finale.

Eternity Volunteer Firemen’s Association Aormal Stanford Hose Company Devon Thurdway Merchante Phamber of Vaninertey Stanford Close Company Cony Murry Merchants Division Chamber of Ommerce Stanford Mose Company Wey Alteay Armory Bremen

Art Bandit Gang Suspects Sought After $375,000 Rug Stolen

Detroit, July 2 Three men were arrested after police recovered a $375,000 Persiar rug stolen yesterday from the Institute of Arts. Suspects Paxus Howard Salomon Cohen and William Trackeray confessed after Howard’s arrest in Webster Hall. The rug was found in a suitcase at Michigan Central Station following a getaway clue.

United Press Detroit Mich Aiy “Art New York Tepit Desrott Amiéy William ‘Trackeray Highland Park Michigan Central Station Howard Webster Hall Wélge

Scott's Wife Plans Fast Exhibition Amid Murder Case

Mrs. Riv sell Scott won a temporary injunction preventing Detroit police from interfering with a fasting exhibition planned to support her husband, convicted of murdering a clerk in Chicago. The display, staged in a local theater, aims to endure as long as possible, with proceeds to fund his defense and related fees. Glenn Klinger, held in Adirondacks for eight months, has returned home.

United Pro Detroit Rivsell Scott Detroit Chicago Sent Glenn Klinger Adirondacks Linger

Eight-Story Building Planned in Detro nd

DETROIT MID July 2 plans announced for an eight-story building towering 873 feet above street level. The design, by architect B Brod Jra of the Book Batate, includes a book-themed tower crowned by a giant statue. Construction will require a deep foundation and long-term office space.

United Press Bistory Seine Heights B Brod Jra

Rail Police Offer Day Enforcement Aid

A garbled United Press dispatch discusses rail police aiding daytime enforcement and federal secret service coordination. It references Treasury officials and efforts to enhance rail security, mentioning investigators and potential joint actions against illicit activity.

Alabama chapter holds enjoyable meeting with guests

The Alabama chapter hosted a friendly gathering at Hotel Min Wis with numerous attendees and speakers. Mrs Davyson Olmstead gave a welcoming address, discussing history and legends of the islands, while members and guests from several towns joined in the event.

Rex Davyson Olmsteal Ofan Loveland and Aire Gibbis Islands Lith Richarris Mies Charles Marin Mony Rogualde Clisina Fox Columbus Macolf Wuirtsbures Rio Mathee Marion Mavid Harper Mt Red Baotherton

Briand Regime on Verge of Collapse in Paris Crisis

Reports from Paris indicate Premier Briand faces a near collapse as the government struggles with a persistent slump in the franc. French officials debate austerity and a revised financial scheme to stabilize the treasury and debt fund amid wartime loyalties.

Briand Tardieu United Press Paris Rii Cirmendeais France Rome Chamber of Denutiv Briandaril Luis Tusllelt Panliaspent Tasca Brie Amic Liriadd Rainiflil

Corry Angler Lands Record Setting 274 Pound Catfish

Corry anglers crowded the window as a huge 274 pound catfish was weighed and displayed. The notable catch drew praise from local anglers, with reports highlighting Western New York waters and notable names among the crowd witnessing the moment.

Wes Muscallonige Corry Patel Kid Musk Stowe Joey Font Pinilléy New Yorke Yastertay Hsliermes Prom Vorey Fadesninsky Suisun Westenra

Flood and bridge collapse claim 17 in Bucharest area

Dispatches report 17 people perish as a bridge fails during floods near Bucharest. Weary rains continue as waters rise threatening Galate port and prompting evacuations. In Greenville a resident returns home amid wreckage and loss.

United Press Bucharest Klansenburg Chile Tom Galate

Wheeler Sues Over Primary Probe Testimony

The transcript shows Wayne J. Wheeler of the Anti-Saloon League testifying before Chairman Reid as lawmakers probe the 18th amendment’s passage and enforcement. Wheeler defends coalitions with federal agents and denies aiding liquor interests while listing payments and roles of various figures in the anti prohibition effort.

Congress Suingson The Anti Allopine League Walstead Apt Wayne J. Wheeler Sun Salon Senaty Reid Feaure Vou Reed Sid Reel Wheeler Roy Flames Prohibition AntiSulbiin League Hindden Yates AntiSatoon League Cave Headdquitrits Westeville Ohio Widenlér Alsi Avte Salem Teague Trad Vissi Peason Hobson Hichsalt Copkress Fyssifour Jonson Obson Shasy

Warning to Bootleggers Stuns City Neighborhood

Reported arson warning in a small town as a fiery cross burned at Shady avenue and East South street at midnight. Neighbors saw two figures near the scene while residents note prior cross burnings near St. Thomas cemetery as warnings to moonshine violators.

Fiery Cross First Ward Shady Avenue East South Street Weis Tournal Wits Som Rteport Tournal Scen Idda St. Thomas Safar Nho

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