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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1922
Page
1
Railroad workers and miners meet tonight in Cincinnati to discuss a common defense against a possible strike. Leaders warn courts and government interference could trigger joint action, with talks focusing on a cooperative plan and potential injunctions to block financing or interstate disruption.
Hollywood bigamy probes widen with grand jury to start June 28. Rudolph Valentino case prompts district attorney to press a broad inquiry into more California divorces. Deputy DA Carter Toy urges public tips on bigamous marriages as investigators seek to cleanse the county. Valentino’s first charge was dismissed after a preliminary hearing. Attorney W E Gilbert says Valentino’s case has been bolstered by new evidence and potential witnesses.
The Civil Service Board lists George W Dunkle and others as passing the promotional exam for police chief and recommends D Dunkle for the post. Mayor Alexander supports the nomination. council confirms. A petition from George Thon Construction seeks partial street use during remodeling, granted with bond filing. Utilities and street repairs proceed, including bridge work over Bene Creeks. Public safety chief directed to add two street lights on Hust Bond and West Washington. Commission adjourns.
The Tagur agency notes Russia will be invited to send representatives to a conference at The Hague. Powers drafted an organization to inform the Soviet government of the preliminary decision and to name personnel for committees. The message asks Moscow to send spokesmen June 2 to address the Russian problem and complete Genoa work, but lacks a discusion basis and omits terms allies reject.
Next Monday has been set for the hearing in the action brought by Smith Austin against A. B. Foster, farmer, Corry Aman. The shooting affair near Spars sansburg last week prompted the hearing to be held before Justice Thompson of Spartaneburg.
United Press dispatch from Trenton reports Col. Mar Colby Hi Thompsons and seven other men face trial in September on charges of conspiring to ship arms to Ireland in violation of the neutrality law. The piece also mentions figures tied to the Auto Ordnance Corp and Col. George Harvey in relation to the case.
Philadelphia June 20 The action of the Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner denying a public adjuster license to Beidler and Bookmyer Inc a Delaware concern was upheld in the Court of Common Pleas today The court ruled the Commissioner may exercise his discretion in license matters and the public adjuster license was properly denied.
United Press reports Sing Sing killer Charles Greer, who escaped from Sing Sing yesterday, was captured near Harmon, New York, after a massive manhunt. Authorities say he will be returned to Sing Sing to continue serving a twenty year sentence for murder.
Health Officer Dunkle announced city will enforce the new milk production and distribution ordinance this week. The board delayed enforcement pending a new health officer and revised city health rules adopted by the health board last night. Mayor Alexander recommended new appointee GW Ditkin, with five hundred copies of updated regulations ordered for printing.
Clifford R. Jourdet son of Mr and Mrs Jourdet of West Wayne Street Corry wed Mary E Mirron of Valley Guy N Oak Cleveland Ohio yesterday afternoon at five o clock The bride a former Corry girl and 1918 Corry High School graduate plans North Dakota study in two years The groom is a Corry man engaged with his father in the grocery business They will reside on West Wayne Street after a wedding trip
Ben Sisey and Pramotter were bound over after a Sunday night attack on Mr and Mrs Farland in the west end. They pleaded not guilty at arraignment before Alderman George Gordon, and were ordered held for the next year of the county court.
Franklin County, Ohio, 9 year old Henry Gackenbuch was executed by electric chair for the murder of John C. Boon in Station, Ohio, after declaring innocence in a brief statement to the warden. He uttered a prayer and asked for blessings as the sentence was carried out.
American Minister in Beijing warns Rear Admiral Strauss that American wife and property in Canton need immediate protection amid intensified bombardment as Washington and the State Department confirm the notice.
Dr J. G. Saggis, a prominent physician, is under arrest on a murder charge after a coroner's jury found he poisoned his first wife and Charles Wilbanks to possess the latter's wife. The story also notes a cyclist badly hurt by a truck accident in London with a young rider sustained injuries and a broken collarbone.
A garbled report notes a threat against a Pennsylvania Day Chief and a suspect named Pilladelph USA. An official received the warning yesterday and was advised to resign within ten days. Authorities describe the message as a violent motive linked to political tensions and plan further inquiry.
June 1 report warns coal supplies may run dry in days if the ongoing strike continues. American Railway association data released today by the commerce department indicate imminent shortages and potential impacts before the war.
President Harding reportedly will not undertake a summer visit to Alaska due to pressing governmental matters. The White House stated today that the trip is unlikely this season.
Heavy flood damage reported along the Rio Grande with Donna Texas levee giving way. The town’s population rushes to shore up other levees and prevent further breaches as rescue and relief efforts intensify amid rapid spread of floodwaters.
A Kansas harvest toll is reported with several deaths among harvest hands traveling near Wichita and Newtown on Santa Fe rails. Victims were from St Louis and Buffalo Missouri, with one possibly fatally injured. Also notes the Prince of Wales returning from India aboard the Renown to Plymouth. In Charlestown West Virginia, defense rests in Rev J B Wilburn trial for Deputy Sheriff John Gore’s Logan County mine war killing.
Dublin reports indicate treaty supporters gain in Irish results with 12 pro treaty candidates elected to the constituent assembly in Cavan, including Arthur Griffin and Sener McTiray. A separate note from Washington says the Farm Bloc suffers defeat as Copper Tight grain futures bill faces delay in the House rules committee.
Chicago readers learn of a controversial procedure involving purchasing glands from young, healthy men to rejuvenate older individuals. Medical authorities note surgeons in large cities experimenting with gland transfers, claiming some patients show improvement while debate surrounds ethics and safety.
Jess Willard plans a heavyweight title challenge, agreeing terms with Tex Rickard and promoter Ray Marshall for a match in the Hollywood area. The eager contender says preparations are underway, with Jack Dempsey and Jack Kemp named to support the bout’s promotion. Georges Gahi on may travel to assemble a team for the event.
Report of hearings in Marri saurg shows agents examining a revolving fund and cash reserves in the state treasury. Witnesses including Joseph Armstrong and Earl DeWald describe transfers of about twenty five thousand dollars and large cash funds held in safes, with questions over why the funds were kept and how they moved.
Reports from Augusta Maine and St Paul Minnesota detail primary returns. Hale Kellogg leads in Maine Republican voters with about 58 percent, while rivals and unfamiliar names trail. In Minnesota Frank D B Retlog tops early Republican returns for Senate, with Democratic contest showing modest margins among several contenders.
The Cunard liner Solmaria, leaving Liverpool last Wednesday, slowed by engine trouble and is returning to England. Cunard officials reported the ship’s move to repair yards abroad and a cable was sent for instructions.
A fractured Senate battle over immediate consideration of the veterans bonus bill ends with Republicans and insurgents clash. About 30 reform-aligned senators pledge to stall action while Democrats led by Ashurst and La Follette push for immediate floor debate. McCumber and Kellogg among Republicans pressing for delay. several GOP members remain undecided.
Three youths 17 to 18 playing a circus pyramid near Wilkes Barre were electrocuted when a wire arc light caused a short circuit. George Wiebban 17 Michael Tetrus 18 and Walter Luboxitski 17 died after a chain touched live wires as the top of the pyramid was reached. The accident occurred near a hay field and the body was found in a ditch.
Washington June 2 Medill McCormick, chairman of the Republican Senate campaign committee, urged voters to support the party in the upcoming reelection efforts. He framed the campaign around defending the new administration and emphasized confidence in the voters.
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