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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1926
Page
1
The article notes a wage conference in Cleveland drawing national focus as engineers discuss wage and working conditions after a union survey vote. Firemen also debate wages amid broader labor movement activity and political attention.
The article reports a renewed attack by La Guardia on enforcement policies in Washington and New York. It critiques claims of viability and cites signs of political maneuvering around policing and public order, with references to proposed reforms and slate dynamics affecting administration.
Walter Howard, 40, of Maydenville died from a stab wound after a confrontation in Orbensburg. Mrs. Pallie Chandiot, 28, of Hay Jwpvilley was arrested at the county jail on murder charges. Authorities allege she used a garden fork to puncture toward the heart.
The Corry High School commencement lists eighty graduates marking the largest class in the town’s history. The ceremony honors students including Marcella Heeler Dora Werte and many others with diverse future plans and occupations.
The village high school held commencement exercises Friday night featuring Miss Vyrosha Williams delivering the address. The program included the choir, diplomas for graduates, and remarks from the principal with music from the high school orchestra.
A tentative plan to resurface Norik Coster Street was discussed at a city meeting. Officials discussed bringing an ordinance to authorize resurfacing and appointing commissions for board approval.
A special Senate committee tasked with investigating primary campaign expenditures for Pennsylvania and Texas will meet soon, likely tomorrow. Senator Reed leads the Democrats, with Missouri listed, as investigators press the inquiry amid ongoing political tension.
Reported results show Bonniwell of Philadelphia leading Shull of Styser for the governorship with a decisive margin as final returns come in from the Derroervine primary. Voters in Harrisburg and surrounding counties respond to the tight contest.
A garbled report outlines police traffic control at two city intersections on Saturday evenings. Officers will man Washingt on and central streets to guide drivers and restrict turns as a safety measure during rush periods.
In Columbus Ohio Senator King denounced the Republican administration for infringing state rights. He labeled President Coolidge's executive actions a violation of local autonomy and prohibition enforcement powers, arguing the central issue is the preservation of state rights.
Former Iowa solon Smith W Brookhart accuses outsiders of plotting to frame him and corrupt the election machinery in the June seventh primary. He cites alleged letters and telegrams aimed at swaying Senator David Reed and others, urging Senate action and investigations.
Miss Rose Kinch slipped on a stair at her home on the corner past and ifeh streets this morning and fractured her right arm at the wrist. The injury is described as not serious and she is resting comfortably this afternoon at home.
In Harrisburg reports show Pepper spent $2500 of his own funds in a political campaign. The piece notes expenditures for printing mailing and related costs. It lists other candidates like Berwin Pepper and Vare committees with small balances and various receipts.
A hastily organized bucket brigade by nearby farmers saved the home of Wy Bemis north of the city when wind driven fire threatened the structure. Fire damage exceeded $100 and was confined to the attic and roof as neighbors fought the blaze before the fire department arrived. A spark is believed to have started the roof fire amid strong winds.
White Plains New York stockholders of the General Baking Corporation sue for the return of 7.4 million dollars in stock alleged to have been diverted by president William B Ward replacing it with Ward Securities stock. The transfer reportedly occurred in January.
A fragmentary account describes a trek from Chicago to New York by a traveler who reportedly faced food shortages. The narrative mentions Gary and a night toast, with unclear details about dates and companions.
Corry School officials announced the election of new teachers for the coming term. Stephen Brooks will teach first grade at Lowel Elementary at 1200 dollars per year. Maryn Champlain is slated for a high school position after completing a college course at Universiti. Miss Tomothe Kosenk Saegertiwn will join the staff as a French instructor in the senior high.
Report says Randall Tubbs and son Randall Jr killed two wood choppers in a farm brawl after a deal on a film near a Tubbs farm house. Medical examiner confirms bloodstained axe found near the Tubbs residence. Both Tubbs and his son are held on a technical charge.
Widespread listings show WBEC and WSAT presenting a lineup of operas, organ recitals, string quartet performances, and military band sets. Notable entries include Boccaccio and the Lynnwood Farnami organ recital with Central Daylight timing across New York Chicago and Boston markets.
The article outlines multiple Republican contenders for the presidency in 1924, listing Frank Lowden, Herbert Hoover, James Cox, and others as possible nominees. It notes factional dynamics, farm relief policy debates, and signals a competitive race with support from party organizations in the Midwest and farm belts.
Stockholm reports Jot E. Trygrer resigned today following negative votes in both Houses over the government’s unemployment policy. The move comes amid continued political pressure in Parliament.
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