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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1923
Page
4
A rock was thrown through a Pullman car window on train No. 4 of the Buffalo and Pittsburgh line near Shossenger station early Friday. No injuries reported. Railroad police pursue unknown rock throwers as Detective Mooney investigates with no leads at noon.
Arthur Lorenz former editor of the Illinois Staats Zeitung was found guilty of criminal libel against American Legionnaires. He asked for a new trial. a hearing was set for July 12 by Superior Court Judge Mayo Pam Lorenz faced a year in jail and a $500 fine for writing an editorial calling Legion members bums vagabonds and tramps.
The Gentry Brothers and Patterson combine shows announced a new wild animal cub joining their act at the fair grounds. The cub will be named Miss Corry to honor the nine day old cub whose eyes will open soon and attract hundreds of spectators.
The Corry Choral Society records the death of member Robert Akam a young man of excellent character and courtesy. His acts of kindness and service endeared him to all and his future they predicted as brilliant. The society extends deepest sympathy to his parents Mr. and Mrs. William Skans Corry and will send a copy of these resolutions.
July 7 London report says the dock workers strike that imperiled Britain’s food supply is collapsing. At Liverpool fewer than 500 men remained at work and full restoration along the River Mersey is expected by Monday.
The benefit card party held Friday at Mrs. Sidney V Stewart’s home drew 152 ladies. Thirty eight bridge tables, prizes from Mrs. Frank Ames, and musical numbers by Mrs. Dayson Olmstead complemented refreshments at 4. Out of town guests included Mrs. Arthur Ragan and Mrs. Charles Moore. Receipts topped 165 dollars with several new memberships.
At the morning service at the M E Church Mrs. Dawson Olmstead of Brooklyn will sing. Olmstead's brief stays in Cory are praised by music lovers who will again hear this splendid singer who freely gives her service to Cory during her stay.
A Detroit Free Press line notes a wife’s long marriage has taught her that evenings with an excellent dinner often end with her husband being late or not coming home at all. The tongue in cheek remark reflects domestic humor about compatibility and expectations in married life.
Erie County Picnic planned for August 4 at North East with thousands expected. George H. Pierce named chairman to oversee arrangements including parking, seating, concessions, and athletic events. North East volunteers and county teams to compete for a large silver loving cup with juvenile stunts and farm bureau information booth planned. For sale notices appended.
A large crowd filled the streets as Corry Kiddies and Gentry Circus elephants led today’s parade. Mammoth elephants wowed children, with camels, lions, and a wagon cage of monkeys drawing attention. the steam organ also impressed the tots.
The drive for a prohibition enforcement fund of 250000 progresses slowly, with only two donations of 1000 received so far. Mrs Marion notes local gifts are accumulating toward a statewide goal and urges district and county efforts, Philadelphia pledges 50000 and Allegheny may follow, as she stresses the need for broad support within the state government.
The Morden Tractors defeated Radiator club 2 to 1 in a tightly contested Twilight League match. The Fordson team claimed victory with a narrow margin, and the next league game is scheduled for Wednesday evening.
An abbreviated report notes Ivy activating a test program amid fluctuating markets. Officials say the move aims to study effects on pricing and investor response without revealing broader strategy. Public details remain limited while observers watch for further updates this week.
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