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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1924
Page
1
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Readers learn of rapid progress with concrete pouring on the Corry Union Road and near completion of grading. The article details highway improvements linking Union City and Waterford, with related construction and scheduling notes for the coming week. It also covers a statewide protest against a gas rate increase led by Erie and Corry officials, outlining the joint complaint plans and anticipated filings with the Public Service Commission.
United Press reports Majk A. Stuur Maclaren the missing world flyer was found today safe on Urupy Island north of Japan after a perilous drift. A Japanese destroyer relayed the discovery as Allied and Japanese vessels tracked the drifting plane and prepared for recovery.
Britain rejects a League of Nations disarmament plan and favors an international conference instead to study practical disarmament projects. The move comes after a draft of guarantees for arms reductions was prepared in Geneva and discussions shift to broader international talks with all members invited.
Report says West Virginia figure Shaver may be named Democratic chairman amid party consolidation. The notice notes Shaver’s long involvement in nomination battles and his role as a campaign manager, with an expected announcement soon.
The text reports a poor corn crop near failure with crop conditions far below recent years. It cites federal estimates showing total production around 2680 baskets, lower than prior years, and notes drought and poor yields affecting farmers across the region.
Troops clash as rebels hold Sao Paulo while federal forces mass about 20,000 with tanks and planes. Reports from Buenos Aires and Montevideo say communications with outside are cut and shelling damages civilian areas.
A faction within Senator La Follette’s movement mulls running mate options including McSparran and James Maurer. The group, meeting in Owosso, discussed likely candidates and sought broad farmer labor support for the national ticket.
The morning session of the Northwestern Intercounty Institute of the Waran's Christian Temperance Union opened at St Pauls Lutheran with Mrs Mabel Dallas presiding. A debate on whether cigarettes are a greater menace than liquor traffic followed, with Mrs Maul and Ales Ranta arguing affirmative and Mrs Tate and Mrs Dorothy McIntyre negative.
An investigative thread emerges in Oakland County as a Berkley minister linked to branding is referenced in a letter read by Edward Davis, a stock farmer. The note hints at departures and greener pastures while authorities probe Davis's farm case amid reports of pursuit by cars and a pursuing party.
Owners on Eagle Street and adjacent streets will be allowed to view the sewer assessment notes at a council hearing next Monday night. The Eagle Street system includes Eagle, West Wayne, Delaware, Essex, Main, Washington, Worth and Gerard streets as construction proceeds.
Corry Rotary members will travel to a fishery on the Erie peninsula next Wednesday. A special invitation is extended to Corry residents. Departures from the dock at 8 o clock with police protection and ample provisions. Secretary Welk urged to be notified before Monday.
Reported by campers near Tor Sidivik east of the rite describe a large bear near their site. The animal approached the Gann before retreating into the woods as observers kept watch.
Washington July 1 The presidental advisory committee formed to bridge gaps with secretary Bascom Skemp and National Chairman William Barter has expanded beyond initial plans The president declined to name officials but intends to consult a wide group of Republican leaders including trusted confidants who have early access to information and campaign progress
Reports from his physician say the wound is fast healing and no serious results are expected. The incident involved a dog owned by Charles Huberte and occurred a few days ago.
Five Corry women were arrested for nonpayment of taxes amid ongoing efforts to collect overdue school and other local taxes. The group includes Florence Hetinett, Antonia Usvuttalgl Mot street, Elizabeth Daralfolulates street, Vernice Pinos, and Tavis West Smith street, with five more to be summoned next Monday evening.
A band of black Australian Aborigines sank the 8X ton schooner Douglas Mawson at an unnamed location. They murdered male survivors and carried off unknown numbers of white women. A strong force was dispatched to the Northern Territory in hope of retaking captives. Palmerston communications are limited. Palmerston is 2M miles north of Southport with about 1,000 Europeans.
Rev L E Cass of Erie spoke to Kiwanis Club at the Bluebird restaurant on Play Ball as life. He urged clean living and noted the club’s role in fostering better citizenship through fellowship. Guests included Mrs E Griffin of Westfield and Mrs J Fuller visiting, with others departing for home.
A reckless driving action against Joe Cohien of this city has been withdrawn. Turbin’s action against a Corry youth followed an automobile smashup on Hare Creek road. No further proceedings have started yet as plans for a different action are discussed.
Radio listings outline evening programs across cities including New York Pittsburgh Los Angeles and Davenport. Featured acts include Wagner Tecuikowskey Goldman Symphony band Ernest ADEA and local groups such as the Maron Warde Players and Harmony Serenaders with times ranging 7:15 p m to 11 p m Eastern Pacific and Central times.
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