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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1928

Page

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Slayer Confesses to Murder in Jammer Attack

Bradford Pa March report details Wic Burnett admitting he killed his wife by hammering her after a three day violent quarrel. Mrs Burnett, 46, died soon after midnight. Burnett, 50, surrendered to county police and confessed. He previously served time for an attack and the couple had moved from Salemenen to Lake Geneva recently. Police say he will be formally charged with murder.

United Prose Bradford Mar. J Burnett Lite Valley Lake Geneva Salamenen

Old Cory home era details from L L Briggs letter

L V Briggs recalls Corry's origin tied to Hiram Cory and the Cory house, once on the site later occupied by the U S Radiator shop. He describes early days from 1859, Downer Oil Works formation, and family upheavals including routes to Pine Grove Cemetery and the Downer Refinery.

U. S. Radiator Corp L. W. Briggs Corty Hiram Cory United States Radiator Corporation L. V Briggs Briggs Corry Familly Cory Downer Ghia Downer Company First Avenue Tibball Pine Grove Wayne Street Tne Powner Company Anokyon Ed Tohnson Clare Lumber Yard

Narrow auto skid causes near-fatal wreck near Kepbel farm

A Willys Knight coupe skidded on a slick East Columbius Avenue and overturned, narrowly missing Mr. Kent of Buffalo who was nearby. The car struck a fence post, punched a hole in the top, and threw four occupants clear as the wreck damaged the vehicle. one salesman suffered leg bruises while Kent escaped serious injury.

Gerioug Miso Kent Callier Kepbel Farm Sippery Miller

Morin Withdraws From Senate Race in Pennsylvania

Washington report states Rep Mari M Marin of Pennsylvania, a Republican, has formally quit the race for the U S Senate against Sen Keer Repi Means. Marin did not confirm plans for a House bid but is expected to file before the filing deadline Monday.

Unite Press Washington Mari Japan M. Marin Republican Pennsylvania U. S. Senate Keer Repi- Mean Marin House

Big dirigible Los Angeles moored after fierce wind

The dirigible Los Angeles returned from the Panama Canal zone and was walked into its hangar at Lakehurst after a pre dawn landing in a blizzard. A 49 mile wind snapped the mooring cable, crew of 150 battled the gale as the ship rose twice before a successful ground landing. Four crew members clung to the cabin rails during ascent and one man was injured in a fall. Miller Shoop and Richard Shoop were spending the day in Etna before departing.

Los Angeles United Prose Lakehurst N. J Panama Canal Zone E. Rosendahl

Severe Storm Hits City With Snowfall and Auto Wrecks

A March storm moved through the city bringing several inches of snow and sleet. Auto travel became hazardous as windshield wipers failed and roads grew slick, with multiple accidents reported but no serious injuries. Nearby towns saw similar snowfall totals. forecast promised warmer weather later. Miss Katherine Desmond returned home from Brie after a visit.

Old Man Winter Simday

Shock of Auto Accident Near Fatal Strains Family

A late Friday crash near Culling involving a Madison brougham driven by Bilis Harvey, injuring Mrs. J. O. Spencer whose shock or possible stroke left her critical but improving. Ed Harvey and parents were present. the bus involved, driven by H. V. Gleason, escaped serious harm. Separate note: H. Kroger, founder of Kroger grocery, engaged to Mrs. Farrington of Washington. Kroger sold his grocery interests for 15625.00.

J. 0. Spench East South Street Ed. Harvey Hier Bilis Harvey Rist Congress Street Harvey Latler B. C.spencer Lulu Spen Jech Findley Lake Madson Brougham James H.V. Gleason Brockville N.Y Cincinnati H. Kroger Kroger Jana Mrs. Farrington Washington

Millions In Income Taxes Paid In First March Installment

United Press reports millions of dollars began flowing into the treasury as the first March installment of income taxes was transferred from Federal Reserve Banks. Officials expect about 3,500,000 individuals and 250,000 corporations to contribute over 4 billion dollars, with total March collections near 480 million, down from last year. About 4.5 million filers will submit returns, but roughly half have taxable income. 256,000 of 430,000 corporations pay taxes. All singles with net income over 1,500 and married couples over 3,500 must file by March 46th to avoid penalties. Continued on page IVEY.

Joseph Waasneey United Press Washington, Mar Treasury Federal Reserve Banks Samlin

Open Trial of Missing Teapot Dome Witness

Washington March 3 The trial of H M Blackmer missing Teapot Dome began with his lawyers seeking dismissal of contempt charges The defense argued Walsh Act subpoenas extended jurisdiction beyond U S borders and that Blackmer though American citizen is a Paris resident Miller contends Blackmer is a France resident keeping citizenship ambiguity while government cites affidavit of American citizenship and asserts court jurisdiction despite international reach

Herbert Little United Press Satf Washington Mar H. M. Blackmer Teapot Dome Nathan R. Miller New York F. L Sid‘dons District of Columbia Supreme Court Blackmer Paris Sinclair Oil Tess Miller France United States Atlee Pomerene Denver Congress

Cars Crash At Intersection In Morning Collision

The intersection of North Cen and Frederick streets saw a minor auto accident at about 10:30 this morning. The Chrysler driven by Frank Ven Tassel was slightly damaged while Miss Florence Plittner in the Ford coupe lost a rear wheel and sustained other damage.

North Cen Frederick Streets Frank Ven Florence Flittner Chrysler

Gifts to Relief Fund Reported and Totals Updated

Emergency Relief Fund receipts increased this morning with new donations. Mr Hillstront reported a total to date of 2138.75 dollars alongside contributions from the Gorty Nurses Alumnae Association and PJ Hopkins among others, bringing the running total to 4188.75 dollars.

Hillstront Hopkins

D Annunzio Stricken With Serious Illness in Italy

World famous poet and war hero Gabrielle D Annunzio is seriously ill in Gardone Italy with bronchitis. A prior report that he was confined to bed was corrected as his condition worsened prompting hospital care and ongoing medical updates from local authorities.

United Press Gardone Italy Gabriele D'Annunzio Hell

Parts of amphibian plane found off Cape Charles City

Parts of an amphibian plane used by three naval airmen who disappeared last Monday were located by the Navy four miles south of Cape Charles City on Chesapeake Bay's eastern shore. The rudder and starboard horizontal stabilizer were reported, suggesting the aircraft went down between Muddy Roads and Annapolis, Maryland.

Washington Mar Navy “Department Cape Charles City Chesapeake Bay Navy Anmugiolls

Death of Dr. C. C. Waggoner Shocks Corry and LA

Word reached Corry and Los Angeles today of the death of Dr. C. C. Waggoner. Former Corry resident and son of the late Dr. G. W. Waggoner, he had lived in California for about twelve years where he built a successful medical practice. Survived by his wife Helen Bagley and two sons, funeral plans not yet announced.

Los Angeles Calif Waggoner Corry G. W. Waggoner West Smith Street Cory Mise Helen Bagley

Pneumonia Fatal for Johnstown Rector Stronbom

The Rev. Charles A. Stronbom, 54, rector of St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Johnstown, died suddenly last Sunday of pneumonia after receiving communion. Born in Bermuda, he studied at Cambridge University. Survived by two sisters in Nassau, Bahamas. He came to Johnstown from Rosemont Philadelphia in 1923.

Johnstown

Tonight's Five Best Radio Features

WJZ presents Hook up and P. M with the New York Symphony Orchestra. WEZ Springfield lists 88 B10 P. M. Boston Symphony Orchestra. WiJZ Hook Up and P. M with Philco Light Opera Hour and Victor Herbert's Sweathearts. WDAF Kansas City 12 45 A. M. Nighthawks. WIP Philadelphia 9 59 P. M. Lulu Temple Band features in listing.

New York Symphony Orchestra WEZ Springfield Boston Symphony Orchestra Philco Victor Herbert WDAF Karsua City Nighthawks WIP Philadelphia Lulu Temple Miss Ciune

Ten Stores Destroyed In Lorain Fire Ruin Downtown

A major blaze swept Lorain's business district destroying ten stores and damaging three large buildings. The fire caused an estimated loss around $500,000 and cut the city power, forcing firms to halt operations. Firemen were injured, including one seriously, while helping contain the blaze that began at the Newark Shoe Store and spread rapidly to nearby shops and offices.

Heart of Business District United Press Lorain Mbyney Nie Dimes Cater Ay Limited Jimaer Content Hague Une Deysstotest Bililitiniga de Stroye Bililins Lorain Banking Company Newark Shoe Sipys Liberal Credit Clothing Company Herken Irentiy Cowpany Nem Balu Samulies Hiebane Uiliiding

Walsh assents to plan for Democratic primaries in three states

Senator Walsh, a Democrat born in Wisconsin and long a New Yorker, said he assented to friends’ plans to enter him in the Democratic presidential primaries in Wisconsin, South Dakota, and California. He stressed he has not pursued a campaign, has no campaign plans, and does not intend active campaigning, though he notes his party service merits consideration.

United Press Washington Mar i Séraloe Thoms J Walsh Monfans Wisconsin South Dakota Californ ‘Iin Wall Roe South Dakota California War San Francisco New Yor Duc

Also Mentioned on This Page

Slayer Cory Home Beys W. L. Trill Jourtnal Mr. Trill Morin Miller Shoop Richardd Shoop Ete Katherine Provefiee Desmond Brie EO. Spencer Ellis Harvey D’annunzio C.C. Waggoner Senator Walsh
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