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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1920

Page

2

Insane Man Jumps From Penny Train Near Florida Route

A man on a Penny Train near Florida leapt from a moving coach between El Bot and Livelli stations shortly before a clock. He suffered injuries and was taken to Corry Hospital. reports say he appeared mentally unsettled and may have had other distressing conduct before the fall.

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Billboard Opposition Near Cemetery Sparks Local Debate

A report notes T Teimble speaking for Holmes on blocking a billboard near Pine Grove Cemetery. Residents fear the sign will degrade the area, drawing opposition from neighbors and triggering a public interest push reported by the Journal.

T. Teimble Holmes Mr. Molmes Nu Grove Trim Polo Weryone

Dental Firm Improves Office In Wright Building

The second door of the Wright building on North Contoe is undergoing extensive remodeling to improve offices for Dotiste Curtin Halleos and Touws. New fittings include a private room for a patient, with a waiting area and conveniences. Mr. Mitch and daughter Virginia arrived from Jacksonville to stay with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Jamon MyCule, Park Play during the summer.

Sfamps tf.Wright Dotiste Curtin Halleos Touws Thor Mitch Virginia Jacksonville Mee Jamon MyCule Park

Man pinned under wreckage writes will after train crash

An injured railroad engine man in Covington Kentucky was pinned beneath his engine after a train wreck. He summoned a paper and pencil, wrote his will, and died before medical help arrived. The incident caused a delay in the morning train from Pittsburg due to trouble between Mushargh and Ol Witty at the wreck site.

United Prom Covington Reqouita Hogan Pitts Hurgh Mushargh Ol Witty Tharnod Ron Torarail

Agreement Reached Groups to Unite on Third Party

A conference between the Commissioner of $4 and the Labor party announced a third party will be formally launched today. The platform includes government ownership, opposition to compulsory military service, tax measures to mobilize idle labor, civil liberties, guaranteed rights, and abolition of injunctions.

Harold D. Jacobs Tabor

Conference on Coal Crisis Planned in New York

Representatives of 2100 bituminous coal operat ors will meet railroad executives tomorrow in New York to propose a plan to relieve the coal shortage. President Wentz of the National Coal Association announced the arrangement by William Willard, president of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. The conference aims to assist the National Railway Appreciation.

Swabeington Suis Iorrow New York Wentz Cop Wentwaul Daniel Willard Baltimore Nail Olio Ayateny Na- Hontal

Autoist Kills Self After Shooting Driver

A Boston party of autoists arriving in Laworchester Massachusetts faced a fatal incident on Main Street. W Ayer of Worcester shot at driver Harald Ayer and at others, then killed himself after a struggle for money. Police detained the group including three men and a woman as investigations continue.

United Fron Laworchstor Mass W. Ayer Wochester Boston Himarlt Ford Harald Ayer Clivic Ovil Abrahams Smith Tox Myeu Ryeo Hartford Sontinus

Warships Ordered to Pekin Amid China Turmoil

United Press reports that the battleship Huron and accompanying destroyers were sent to Taku to present a show of force if the Chinese capital is threatened. Reports from MeKin indicate factional fighting and a declared law in the Changhal district as forces seize stations.

United Press Washington Huron Taku Porka Vale Amerlowwy Navy Department Polly Hetween Chineay Bhangehal Kia Datohin

Will Not Admit Profiteering Evidence Says Court

United Press reports the authorities claim no power to admit profit related evidence in hearings on advertising wage controls. Transcripts show representatives and opposing parties presenting exhibits while the commission argues lack of authority amid wage disputes.

United Press Antyra“Ligopal Iite

Americans Menaced by Bolshevik Threats in Turbulent Era

Fragmentary report claims Americans faced Bolshevik danger as Red Black Guards purportedly staged terror attacks in a Siberian theater of conflict. In a disputed account, an exiled figure and a consul describe bomb incidents and political peril amid wartime accusations.

United Press Wallington Lily Tohn Proodlman Wis

Amalgamation Agreed Upon By Political Parties

United Press reports that a national convention of the committee of 48 voted unanimously to amalgamate with the labor party and fixed 2 p m today for the joining event at Carmon's hall. Florence Andrews arrived home in the evening from a visit in Detroit and will spend time in Buffalo with two companions.

Tby United Chicago Amo Tony Labor Party Oarmon’s Minn Plorence Andrews Detroit Mich Buffalo Old City Niagara Palla

Babbitt Defends Chinese Against Deportation

Byron W. Bobbitt, an attorney for Ku Hai Chong a Chinese merchant, fights deportation under the Chinese exclusion act. Judge Brickor ruled immigration authorities lacked jurisdiction to deport without court review, noting Chinese immigrants face special exclusion rules and the case mirrors a prior Supreme Court stance. The outcome hinges on whether Chong can remain in the United States as legal under treaties and exemptions.

Byron Bawhitt Corry Toul di Ku Hai Chong Lee Mubbitt Bearsary Internatiiauel Imyort China Sui Chung Lung Sing Com Tay South Bignivouth Street Amo Wong Kong Deemer St. Louis Landey Page Avenue Chong Bobbitt Chung Marchant Lik Sing Ko Hy Go Avenue Img Konehnys Astylant Libor Briobor Hon States Supreme Court

Publicity Drive Planned for the City

A city publicity drive was outlined by a committee appointed by the Board of Committee to conduct a booster campaign. Plans call for schools and Gerryt materials to lead the campaign, with territorial coverage of Corty’s natural advantages, and a five day phonist effort likely beginning with the Journal Aid. Weather outlook predicts showers tonight and Wednesday.

Commiitton Win Corty Aid Phonist

Bolsheviks Accept Allied Armistice Proposal

Report from London states the Bolshevik government accepted the Allied proposal for an armistice. The note mentions Lithuanian troops mobilizing against Poland, with fighting and disruptions to communications. Casualty and displacement figures are cited as part of ongoing hostilities in the region.

Firms Eye Findley Road Project in Local Bid Talks

Campbell and Mitchoosk of the Care Campbell Company, a leading local contractor, discussed the Findley Road project with officials of The Anglymy Construction Company of Bele, weighing subcontracting options as preparations for the Water yard to Erie highway route continue. Officials expressed optimism the job, described as extensive, may proceed with a completion timeline discussed during yesterday’s city visit.

Campbell Mitchoosk Care Campbell Company Erie Highway Ytory Woktoniny Eric

New firm leases Baeder block property in town

Robert A Patterson announced a long term lease for the Baeder block roof space by a distant firm arrange d to oversee the adjoining business setup. He said the deal is closed but details remain confidential while town rumor hints at an electric retail chain establishing a significant tenant.

Tony Robert A Patterson Hay Dixitny Ray Nest Adath Pattersin Rhosterosta

Bolivian Revolt Claimed Complete by Rebels

United Press dispatch from Santiago reports Bolivia’s government toppled by revolutionaries. Provisional presidency assumed by Savera or Savera, with capital La Paz in upheaval as forces rallied nationwide. Unclear if other regions joined. reports of cabinet members fleeing.

Fressy Santiago Hile Revolutiontaia TaPax Tugilal Hyatt Othors

Ajax Buys More Property On Washington St

Ajax purchases additional property on Washington Street at Monk and West Washington. The deal covers frontage from the alley behind I.R. Livermore Co. to Mott Street, with city fire lot exception. Negotiations ongoing to secure city property and finalize transfer. Mr and Mrs Jilt Brooke depart for Erie with Cleveland friends for a lake outing.

Ajax Washington ST Et Jn Amit Food Stable Monk Washington Max Yoonovo Ani Washington Street IR. F. Livermore Co Third Ward Agus Jilt Brooke Ake Erie Cleveland Friends Lake

Submits Report On Legion Fund Drive In Corry

A report by the Corry Board of Commerce on the American Legion post funds was submitted yesterday with a summary of committee actions and a total raised of 3673. An approving certificate honored the Patriot service by Avenue Champion Post No. 89. A local committee organized ward chairs and lists of volunteers to support the drive, detailing names and ranks of workers and the campaign total.

Paw Corry Board of Commerce A. W. Thompson American Legion Corry Board of Commerce Urough Ity Seth Prowynte Avehue Champyon Post Corry Board of Sampaign Raisin Amorianr Legion Carrie Tausio Wy Olde Harry B Smit Bratley Smith Smith, Iy Dtuarcouric G. Sweet Beyond Aver Gleen Glyde D. Wilcox Jotun EL Martin Atesamdlers Rank Babbitt Tov S. Paveth Ward O. Mtalae Spiewman C.C. Autos

Broker's Wife Killed by Chauffeur in New London Incident

New London Connecticut alignmentearly today report says Bernard Guisler a chauffeur killed Mrs DeCordova wife of a New York financier while driving near the family summer home. Police found the body with a bullet wound and seized $80 in cash and jewelry. authorities say the chauffeur was in the employ of the DeCordova family for years and a close relation to the case is being investigated.

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No Game Here Tomorrow Erie Nine Saturday

Fragmented OCR text mentions a Saturday contest with Erie Nine and Brig All Stars. Names like Donovan, Hinewp, Sul, Latons appear in unclear context. Event details are garbled, but imply a scheduled game or lineup on a Saturday with multiple team references.

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