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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1926
Page
1
Paris dispatch reports political reprisals feared if Briand declines to form a new French cabinet. Ontrial figures say Briand has been invited again, with Tardieu or Poincare potential to assume finance posts, as the Left coalition seeks a reformist ministry amid ongoing political turmoil.
Fragmentary report notes a Climax worker involved in an accident at TIS AW with references to a medical consultation and specialist Dr Dennis. The text is garbled and lacks clear names, dates, or locations beyond general mentions of a layoff and recovery dialogue.
Reports from Beirut say French forces storm Rankous in Syria, with over 100 rebels killed or dispersed as clashes widen. Druse tribesmen are said to be beaten back while Damascus and surrounding areas endure shelling amid the French mandate.
A wreck near Erie claims the lives of Velis Notte, 20, and Mes Tile Peters of Novil Springfield, with another victim and a fourth injured. Details are unclear due to garbled copy, but emergency crews transported the injured to a local hospital as investigators began work.
An investigation into the operating practices of motor carriers finds possible violations by multiple firms. Officials probe truck and bus operators for compliance with safety and wage rules, with data collected from inspections and interviews in several states and agencies.
United Press reports three youths, aged 16 and under, charged in an assault on a girl in the East Livera ward area. The victim identified the defendants and described an April 11 car ride during which the attack occurred, with authorities pursuing possible leniency requests.
Warren lineman James Ainte at the Olive Solider power plant suffered severe burns when he leaned against a high tension wire. His clothes were burned away from the upper arms, and he was transported to medical care for injuries described as serious.
A fine program of exercises is arranged for the annual commencement of Corry Hospital School for Nurses at the junior high school. The event will include songs and readings with faculty and board members present. Key names include directors and staff, and invitations are issued to attend.
Miss Mary Arman, 18, postal clerk at Rankin, testified in U S district court about rifling the mails and theft of money from the post. Several individuals were held for the November term as postal inspectors testified and faced charges amid a death related to the case.
United Press reports the spring business climate improved overall from the prior year but remains hampered by unseasonable weather. Retail and wholesale price declines continue as shipments lag and merchants hold back stock, though farm product prices rise. Analysts see no depression but warn of possible price cuts and higher living costs.
Harrisburg reports Cornelius Waggerty of Philadelphia was seated chairman of the Democratic state committee. Details mention a rumored challenge by Dan Corbin of Joaron county and concerns about money influence within the party as the session opened.
June 16 Washington Democratic leaders call the $2,000,000 primary exposure a major issue. Legislation is urged to address Pennsylvania’s primary events amid Pennsylvanian opposition to the Ware Pepper Mitchell campaign costs. Senator Robinson cites excessive campaign spending as a focal point ahead of the adjournment deadline.
New York June 18 The brilliant reg and silver train bearing the nobility of the Roman Catholic church to Chicago for the eucharistic congress left Grand Central Station at 1 a.m. Thousands gathered to glimpse the two cardinals and the papal legate aboard the royal train as it rolled toward its route, with crowds greeting it along the way.
A fragmentary report notes a group of missing airmen believed to have departed New York toward Buenos Aires, with a Coast Guard search and authorities inquiring after Sunday morning sightings. The fate of the crew remains uncertain as radar and flight path details are unclear.
Reported plans describe a large Catholic congress with more than 1,000 attendees expected to join rites at a Michigan cathedral. Delegates and priests travel from eastern ports to welcome guests and escort Cardinal Menideleyn to the Holy Name Cathedral for a high church reception and service.
Members of the Lady Rebekah Lodge met last evening to plan a picnic for July 7 at the Farmike Cottage Findley Lake. All members and their families were invited. A social hour followed the business meeting with refreshments served by Mrs Dryckes and Mrs John Obrn.
Alexander Brown died suddenly at his home in Eldred Township Warren County at about 11 o clock after a lingering illness. He leaves a wife and three sons Dan Arthur and Marvin all of Three Bridges. Interment will be in Excelsior Cemetery near East Branch.
George Stone formerly at this Audider Attye company will be examined by creditors. The proceedings concern bond issues totaling up to 450 000 dollars, heavily bought by small banks in the state. Reports by the State Securities Department show only three bond issues are first mortgage real estate based, with the rest tied to stock and household assets.
Lisbon dispatch reports 300 pirates killed by organized Portuguese attackers on the Chi-Kiang river. Tse Wing, pirate leader, and many followers were captured after weeks of harassment of Macao colonists. The expedition aimed to end the base of operation off Maca, sixty to seventy miles from Canton. Miss Ethel Smeikey of New York arrived today as a guest of Mrs Armitage and family.
Tonight the station lineup features Gilbert and Sullivan works The Yeoman of the Guard on W Light Opera Company and The Gondoliers on another key outlet. WSAI and WMAQ schedule strings and quartets with Central Daylight broadcasts to reach Cincinnati Denver Chicago and East Pittsburgh audiences.
The Denver Rotary club reports several officers to be nominated for the presidency. Three men named for potential nominations are Mary Hy Rogers of San Antonio Texas Thomas Davis of Balis Montana and Arie H Sapp of Bunting Indiana.
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