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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1928
Page
1
An OCR text fragment describes a public sale action with partial details and references to local officials. It mentions a sale at a location tied to State or county land and notes approvals and waivers by a board and corporate payments. The readable portions are scattered and lack clear dates or complete names.
United Press reports in Copenhagen on July 24 say General Umberto Nobile and his Italian crew, stranded after the Polar flight disaster, will be hurried home via Narvik and Malmo, with trains to Italy. Seven crew members remain missing or dead. Nobile injured but aboard plans to reach Italy. Mussolini ordered the return and silence, as rescue ships and icebreakers pursue remaining crew.
In Chicago on July 24 Jon Catranatta an Italian man was shot six times by two men near Townsend Street within a block of his home as he headed to work. Police found two bullets near the body. Two men were seen fleeing the area. Police suspect another Black Hand related murder in the same district following two prior killings in recent days.
Cedar Island Lodge Wisconsin July 24 Secretary and Mrs Wilbur depart for the Pacific coast after a White House visit with President and Mrs Coolidge. Navy report on the Nicaraguan situation notes plans to withdraw some marines while Cochran signals possible Morrow appointment as commerce secretary.
A French seaplane on a Brest to Bermuda to United States round trip faced a dead front motor near the Azores. Pilot Paris and crew landed at Horta after a 1600 mile flight, repairs possible but a full restart awaits a new motor from France. One motor remained functioning to glide over the Azores, delaying the mission and raising the chance of dismantling the vessel. Dr. C B Kibler has returned from vacation.
Radio listings show an evening lineup across networks including Lewisohn Stadium concert at 7 30, The Continental at 8 20, Hawke Simmon Showboat, Ready Hour on WHA K, and Voters Service at 6 from various stations. Networks WIA WOR WEAF and WHAK are referenced with times and program names.
The Corry Building and Loan Association reports a June total of $76,950 in outstanding mortgage loans, a strong rise from $16,000 at year end. Directors declared a six percent semi annual dividend, with A L Foster presiding as reports show rapid development and rising member investments. Applications on file indicate demand for several thousand more loans limited by capital.
Twenty three planes in the national air tour left Fargo's airport for St Paul starting at 8 AM in brief intervals. The flight day included demonstrations to be held again tomorrow, showcasing the event across Minnesota.
An early yesterday burglary at Cross Roads Filling Station on Columbus Avenue and Boott's Crossing Road led to a large theft, with Roy Skinner and buyers the Readings from Ohio involved in a pending property sale. Sheriff Jefferson and Warren County officials investigated recovered evidence and expected arrests soon.
New York July 24 Jonn J Raskob chairman of the Democratic national committee has resigned his post as chairman of General Motors finance division while remaining VP and director. The move reflects duties as manager of Gov Alfred E Smith’s presidential campaign. A GM board note indicated the resignation may be temporary and he may resume the chairmanship after the campaign. Eva Sundean and children from Cleveland arrived in the city for a vacation visit to Mrs A Sundean and Mrs Moffitt.
Speculator reports Gene Tunney eager for a knockout win at Yankee Stadium Thursday night as champion Heeney faces potential disappointment. Tunney says he will not accept a decision and believes he could have finished Dempsey in 16 rounds, vowing to prove his power against any champion.
Union Oil Supply Company moves forward with a gasoline service station on West Smith Street beside the Pennsylvania Railroad after removing the old dwelling. The company claims state permits are secured, while curb-cut permits await city action. Some neighbors protest, others accept the project, and a legal challenge from property owners is possible but not expected to come from the municipality.
St Josephs orphanage band of Brie will furnish music on the garden party evenings on the lawn of St Thomas church Wednesday and Thursday nights. Preparations are tepidly completed for one of the most elaborate social events in church history with concessions amusements and refreshments. Proceeds go to the church and radio music is planned for Thursday.
Albany July 4 Governor Alfred J. Smith announces Aug 22 as the date for his nomination ceremony on the steps of the state capitol at 7 p.m. eastern daylight time. The event, broadcast nationwide, aims for a brief acceptance speech under an hour. Senator Key Pittman will deliver the notification. Smith dismisses Republican talk as speculative.
Word from the afternoon session indicates the Mutual Telephone Company stockholders meeting delayed the director vote results until Wednesday morning. A stormy meeting pits Culbertson and English against Miller, with speculation that Culbertson, Hayes, English and Spencer will win four seats, while Weight, Paul D Weight, Paylor and others are possible electees.
Mexico City July 24 Ivis Morones resigned as labor secretary and Obregon faction ally, prompting reports of a full confession by Toral the assassin of General Obregon. General Zertouche said Toral’s story would be released soon with clergy cooperation, while Morones and aides left cabinet amid party blame. Observers foresee a possible peaceful path to Mexican political resolve as Obregon supporters claim a large share of national backing.
Thousands gathered in Mexico City for the funeral of Captain Emilio Carranza, the famed airman killed while attempting a flight from New York to Mexico City. The nation mourned as his casket was borne through the streets, with an estimated 500,000 lining Avenida Madero in the day’s grand procession.
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