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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1922
Page
3
The notice lists mailing options for Corry Pennsylvania, including rates by mail and carrier. Advertising sales are available upon application.
Speech critiques an amendment tied to soldiers benefits and swamp reclamation. It argues the plan would mislead soldiers, push land schemes for political gain, and waste taxpayer money. Warning that freed homesteads and road jobs would not justify destroying desert and swamp lands for settlers.
The Lefors juvenile court notes a 1918 lack of playgrounds and supervision led to more court cases. An afterschool and twilight playground program opened in 1919 reducing petty issues and later expanding to older children, with citywide supervised play helping curb youth crime and disorder.
Reports from Erie and nearby towns recount social events and political notes. Mentions Mayor Pattison of East Palestine and various local figures, with remarks on a Philadelphia delegation and a Democratic congressional nominee from Crayntor and Aire counties.
A fragmented eclectic page notes social quips about a mat humorist, Mars distance, rover hints, and everyday tech, plus a humorous aside on adding machines. It mentions The Fairmont express refit, jokes about shopping and bathing suits, a Pittsburgh crime mention, and stray global musings including Lenin and counterfeits.
Mrs Sara Gackenbich on behalf of her son Frank Henry Gackenbach declares his innocence amid a Marion county case. She describes his actions the night of the alleged crime and appeals to Governor Davis for reprieve, noting the penitentiary visit and legal delays.
A man aged 49 from Mt Jewett fell about 16 feet from a walking beam near Mt Sewett injuring his back. The helm reportedly broke from its fastenings. he was hospitalized in Bradford awaiting further medical care. Community notes mention a Sunday service at Whitelocke church with a children’s day program.
A wild report claimed Havelet and nearby residents faced water cuts as a Waterworks issue allegedly left Wayak with a remaining supply while others along the Lawn Creek awaited updates. Telegraph center chatter suggested the reservoir revived and water reaching Haikes Creek.
Junee 23 reports an anthrax outbreak affecting cattle near Corydon. Nine cows in a local herd died last week as the disease appeared in the early part of the month. Dr. Chrieman, the veterinary authority, notes deer and other livestock show signs of infection and movement is monitored.
Drivers threaten to close the Sugarcreek parkway by speeding through damaged sections. The State Highway Department repairs bricks and depressions to ease the old pavement while notices urge slow driving at both ends of the affected stretch. A few motorists ignore warnings and speed, endangering workers on site.
Syracuse police investigate charges that newborn bodies were burned in the yard of Niccat sanitarium. Miss Martha Weaver 22 and Miss Elizabeth Stelle 18 say the babies were burned, with Mrs Vipler A Lott 68 guarding the sanitarium. George Lott was detained overnight as investigators pursue the strange tale. No charges filed yet.
Washington June 23 The department of agriculture investigates packers and stockyards law to curb wartime profits in meat sales. Reports say commission men in packing houses may be profiteering, which could lead to charges and stricter enforcement.
Taxpayers in Wayne Township urged to pay road taxes this month before Saturday July 1 to receive a 5 percent rebate. Road supervisors and official Lyons note the deadline and rebate policy.
An advertisement extols Rheuma as a powerful, safe remedy that dissolves uric acid and relieves painful swollen joints within days. It claims money back if relief is not achieved and cites N. F. Ames and Co as the supplier.
New York stock exchange ordered a probe into Mexican Petroleum price fluctuations amid claims of manipulation. It marks the second investigation within a week as traders note sharp gains and brokers suspect corners. John Sessle returned home from visits to Citi ville and Oj City.
The Privy Council discusses the four power Pacific treaty from the Washington conference. Japan is understood to act without waiting for other nations’ moves.
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