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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1926
Page
8
Unclear OCR text reports a shooting incident in Jamestown with two people held in custody. The fragmentary account mentions suspects, witnesses, and possible weapons though many details are unreadable. Authorities investigated at the scene and secured the area for further questioning.
A rural community mourns after a couple died when a live electric line snapped and struck them as they approached a damaged property. Investigators determine the deaths were accidental and attribute the event to a downed utility line near Liltinl 4 Ms Gingte.
A fragmented item references Presbyterian efforts to establish a home in Harrisburg during a February meeting. Mentions names such as Bilmy Parker and Save les Was, with unclear details on timing and exact actions. The readable text hints at planning or support for a facility associated with the Presbyterian group.
A garbled police blotter note reports fireworks theft with several unreadable fragments. The text mentions Trevlye and Keapraig in a context suggesting prohibited items and a public disturbance, but details and exact actions remain unclear.
Hedda Hoyt surveys fashion trends and fabrics in a June feature, noting popular silhouettes, fabrics, and detailing. The analysis highlights skirts, dresses, shirts, and accessories, describing color directions and trim choices seen in the season.
Warden Hess reports a new jail attendance peak of 128 prisoners, saying the rise reflects liquor law violations and disorderly conduct cases. He notes previous daily counts climbing from 102 to 128 and expects a decline once the criminal court reopens in September.
In Pittsburgh a suit to recover damages for expenses from the Pittsburgh baseball club allegedly failing to honor a contract to deliver World Series tickets has reached Common Pleas court. Attorney Henry Miller claims the club refused tickets he contracted, forcing him to buy at scalper prices for friends. the court ruled a World Series ticket was merely a license and revocable at will, giving Miller no grounds for action.
Residents complain about poor dirt roads north of the city citing almost impassable streets from Clymer to Tomie corners. They report ongoing washouts and dust, asking for funding and urgent paving to improve safety and access.
The article discusses copper silver and gold as principal money metals in the civilization world. It notes a transition from cheaper to dearer metals signaling growth in exchange and wealth and the consequent need for larger money units.
Spring Valley notes list visiting relatives and neighbors across town. Many residents recount weekend gatherings at various homes including the Linneay, Avery, and Cardine families, with trips to Philadelphia cattle show and local events. Several couples are mentioned visiting family and friends in Garland and Fort Worth, reflecting a busy social scene.
Fragmentary notes show Mrs Bar and Mrs Hank Hates with a son visiting Carry fage Tuesday. The Tate and Dems Suite of Wishasin TM are mentioned as visiting Spring Valley farm for a few days.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions a person possibly Mrs Sting related to a farmer's sister and a home setting. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
Fish Culture Plants America reports fewer than eleven establishments for artificial rearing of fish with only a small fraction reaching maturity. The brief notice highlights rapid failure to achieve full growth and industry challenges.
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