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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1928

Page

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Landslide Toll Strikes Santos Brazil Hundreds Feared Dead

United Press reports a massive landslide in Santos on Saturday and more rockfalls today threaten the city. Over 100 bodies have been recovered with estimates of up to 200 dead as workers, volunteers, and firefighters continue digging through debris under threat from shifting boulders along Mont Serray. Police urge nearby residents to evacuate as the disaster paralyses the coffee port city.

United Press Santos Brazil Mont Serray HIN Santa Casa Miser Cordia Hospital Wille Dock Tor

Settled on Carter Hill in 1824 and pioneer life tale

Mrs Currie M Johnson recalls Elijah Carter one of the early settlers after whom Carter Hill is named. The 1824 move from Clymer area began a hard frontier life with near isolation, rough shelters, and minimal neighbors. A 1862 letter describes July 4th in Corry with a war speech and rope walker. Local National Guard units formed in 1869 1872 are listed with officers and armories.

Elijah Carter Carter Hill Clymer Currie M. Johnson Irving Street Carter Hum Carter Clymer Village Tollel Dld Bay Mr Carter Greeley Fill Hy Fe Avia Waterford Beaverdam Mir Wilde National Guard of Pennsylvania Corry Guards T. H. Alien W. J. Schuster Lattimer Armory Crosby's Bloc King Greys Miller Pirst George W. McPherson Charles Archibald Crosby's Block Hudekoper Rifles Hn, Geer C. B. Gleason W. Trimbie German Blues Charles Burleklery Charles Smite Charles Windt ' Fimmet Guards Pepriiery MB Gist Wirst James Montgomery Morgan McGray

Fire in Cleveland Ruins Downtown Fur Store

A downtown Cleveland furniture store fire today caused eight injuries and an estimated loss of $100,000. Firefighters battled the blaze through the afternoon, with authorities inspecting the scene for hot spots and cause.

Cleveland

Spring Arrives Early as Robins Return to Town

Weather forecasters proved prescient as warm weekend clears streets and invites outdoor activity. Robins appeared across the city signaling an early spring. mild, sunny conditions graced the day with higher temperatures expected tonight and into tomorrow.

Three Injured In Auto Crash South Of Erie

Three persons were injured Sunday afternoon when the Kylomo car carrying them was forced off the Waterford road near Erle. Nellie Morrow, 2719 Brandes Street, is in St. Vincent's hospital in serious condition with internal injuries and head and body wounds. Irene Mitchell, 101 Host Ninth Street, is also at St. Vincent's with a severe wound but reported in good condition. The driver, Bimon Hay, 340 East Ninth Street, Hull, received minor injuries and was discharged after treatment. No patrol report yet on the accident. The auto reportedly was forced off the highway by another car and overturned.

Waterford Road Erle Nellie Morrow Brandest Street St. Vincent's Hospital Irene “Mitchell Ninth Street Bimon Hay East Ninth Street Hull State Highway Patrol Authority .Ies St Vincent's

Educational film booked for Rex Theatre showing

Superintendent Ralph Dewey arranges a Wednesday and Thursday evening screening at the Rex Theatre of the educational film How Pennsylvania Educated Her Children. The program runs with the regular evening show and showcases school activities from various parts of Pennsylvania.

Nave Vursuvin Plotoss Ralph §. Dewey Rexheatre Pannayhyania Pennsylvania

Youth held for manslaughter in New Jersey crash

Camden March 12 Donald Middleton 21 nephew of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange president was held on manslaughter charges in the death of Mrs Laura Lacker 85 of Merchantville N J Middleton allegedly drove away from a Merchantville officer at about fifty miles an hour when his car struck the woman and killed her in a traffic incident.

Camden N. J Donald Middleton Pailadelphia Change Laura, Lacker Merchantville Ballcs Middleton

Supreme Court Schedule Announced For March Events

The United States Supreme Court released the forthcoming schedule naming March actions and a key date set for early April. Officials advised careful attention to the official calendar and the public notice.

Washington Mar United States Supreme Court Mahdey

Confesses Slaying Three Women in Weir Home

Tessy Mae Newton Burns confessed today to kidnapping and slaying Mrs. J W Juergens, her daughter Myram, and Mrs. Juergens' mother, Rose Solna. Sheriff Flippen announced the brutal killings occurred last Saturday night at a Weir home in Ban Angulo.

United Press Sulpher Springs Tessy Mae Newton Burns

Moore Named Envoy to Peru

President Coolidge sent to the Senate the nomination of Alexander P. Moore of Pittsburgh to be envoy to Peru. The appointment follows Moore's previous ties and interest in diplomacy, contrasting with Miles Pein Muster, recently speculated as a Senate candidate from Washington state.

United Press Washington Coolidge Senate Alexander P. Moore Pittsburgh Peru Miles Pein Muster United States Senate Washington State

Five Best Radio Features Tonight at 9 40 P M

A list of programs and times for New York station WLS Cincinnati and Pittsburgh listings. Boxing bout Sharkey v Risko at Madison Square Garden announced by McNambe. Radio station wrap includes General Motors and notable programs.

New York WLS Cincinnas Ikdea Pitts Dokysh Sharkey Vs. Risko Madison Square Garden McNambe Ueneral Motors Maris Kurenko Roger Willams WIZ Roxy Roa Weaver M. Opera Martha

Faulty Compass Blamed for Sea Disaster Near Manomet Point

A pastwise liner named Honerttee wrecked off Mary Ann Ledge after a blinding snowstorm as it neared New York with 118 crew and passengers aboard. Rescue crews saved most, but three Coast Guard members drowned when a surf boat overturned. Captain Robinson blamed the faulty compass for steering the ship a mile off course. Frank Griswold, missing crew, was found washed ashore.

United Press H. W. Robunson Robinson Frank Griswold Shebourne Manomol Tpoint Coast Guard Griswold Qed Robert H. Lee Plymouth

Dollar Line President Lincoln Survives Pacific Hurricane

The Dollar Line President Lincoln docked in Tokyo after riding out a fierce Pacific hurricane. The ship, long overdue from Seattle, faced grave fears as the storm aged across the ocean at about 100 miles per hour. radio was destroyed, preventing an early distress signal. Captain H L Jones led the giant liner through the crisis.

Woneu Cross Tokyo Mon Dollar Line Lincoln Pacific Seattle HL. Jones

Charge Rail Conspiracy to Kill Unions

Washington March 42 Test mining to support road operations conspired to destroy the United Mine Workers. Senate investigation heard testimony from Roseville Coal Co and Pennsylvanian party figures. Key figures included Thomas Sagh, Henry Owens, Penrod, and Sagle detailing alleged railroad price schemes and union opposition.

United Press Washington Waite Jacksonville Sagle Ogeons Quitroniné Roseville Sule Chester Penrad Robinon Cost Company Crooksaie Pennsylvania Robinson Company Penrod

State Highway pays township reward claims total 74 thousand

State Highway Department announced township reward claims totaling 74 705 dollars as the states share of landship rent projects. The list names townships in Allegheny, Erie, Greene, Lawrence and Somerset counties with payments ranging from four hundred to several thousand dollars. In Philadelphia two hotel deaths occurred from gas, identified as Mrs Harrington and John Gostelto.

State Highway Department United Press Harrisburg Allegheny Silbucie Indian Township Ste Crayford County Rocklale East Pallowield North Shenango Wes Erie County Greene County Morgan Township Lawrence Shenango Township Morove County Sugar Grove Somerset County Stoney Creek Shade Stan Summit Shau Brothers Malley Philadelphia Mar Cate Martin Harrington John Gostelto

Resignation Demanded Over Teapot Dome Scandal Fallout

Senate calls for Secretary Mellon to resign amid Teapot Dome disclosures and Democratic denunciations of Sinclair contributions to the Republican Party. Norris signals a drive to urge Myjan to quit. reports claim bonds totaling $50000 from Sinclair tied to party support, with ongoing questions about treasury actions and political favors.

Sinelary Mellon United Press Washington Wat Mur LY Prna UF Trenury Harry Slits WieFepublican Norris Senate Myj- Jan Tenpor Dome Mullan Liberty Luinde Fiat Justin Nti

Fate of radio bill at stake in Congress race

Congress wrestles with a radio bill as partisan factions and regulatory changes loom. President, House and Senate face timing and veto risks while debate centers on the creation of a Federal Radio Commission and the scope of federal authority. The House may delay final action. a conference is likely if controversial provisions survive. In Washington, the situation strains party unity as supporters push for swift action before midweek deadlines. In Fort Bragg, an aviation mission continues as top officials depart for a Panama tour to review military communications and transport plans.

Congress Bill Thomas L. Stokes United Press Washington Mus Lughlin Hill Railio Hoover Federal Fasia Commissi Republiway Ins Enamies Kmony Hin House Fenders Senate Weill Vce Irep Davis Beni Tent Oldsie Radio Commission

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