22 Mar 1924
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1924
Page
1
The article recalls Sinclair’s dramatic dismissal from the stand and denials of secret stock holdings as the Senate probes Attorney General Daugherty. Wheeler and Chamberlain demand his suspension amid clashes over testimony and the justice department inquiry. Stinson faces emotional testimony and references to Stock dealings.
Londoners faced crowded subways and streets as forty thousand transport workers halted trains and buses at midnight. Union leaders called for a wage increase, with government officials and unions in talks as possible sympathy strikes loomed. The disruption affected Belham and Clapham routes and left commuters awaiting service updates throughout the morning.
Arlington NJ March 22 The mystery of Roy W Wingate’s death widens as Mrs Wingate, wife of the wealthy contractor, fights for her life with a bullet to her heart year 16 years after the blaze or incident, details unclear.
fragmentary listing of radio features across multiple stations. notes performances and concert programs by institutions in New York, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Glen Clib, and Omaha with times ranging around evening hours.
March 20 Pittsburg is in a grip of a slow atmospheric phenomenon causing dense darkness. Headlights struggled as air temperature hovered around AQ degrees and ground at 82 degrees with a blanket of snow, fog reducing visibility and delaying travel.
United Press report from Washington on March 22 outlines investigators probing favoritism in tax procedures affecting major firms including Aluminum Corporation. Testimony before the committee questions whether confidential advice and privacy practices expedited certain actions and whether bureau oversight contributed to perceived abuse.
March 29 report states Sinclair remains subject to contempt certification as Senate committee members debate abeyance terms. The matter could proceed to Washington with Atlee Pomerene and Owen J Roberts assisting, while grand jury actions loom for the District of Columbia. Local figures Joby Maloney and Frank Maliney noted in passing.
The first woman jailed in the county for nonpayment of taxes is Mrs Maule Sinley of Corry. She was brought in by Policeman Spencer after refusals to pay taxes and will be held until taxes are paid or released by due process. Erie women have largely failed to pay taxes for 1028 and face further action.
Roxie Stinson hurls denial at Daugherty during Senate inquiry testimony. She counters alleged frames and threats linked to Attorney General Daugherty and asserts what she earned from Mary Smith. Senator Wheeler pressed for President Coolidge to suspend Daugherty amid power concerns in the Justice Department.
General Tobin, head of the mutinous force, issued a statement disassociating from an attack in Queenstown. The mutiny led to widespread desertions as the government moved to trim the army from 21,000 to 18,000, with thousands of officers and soldiers discontent and mutinous.
The actress Mabel Normand, amid scandal under investigation for the William Denmond Taylor murder and the Courtland Dined shooting, defends herself arguing she is a victim of false tales. She states no intent to flee or hide and plans a Newark appearance before returning to New York.
Washington March 23 TheWatergate era style claim involves Mary Binelair of Hays admitting Sinclair supplied 75000 to the Republican campaign after the 1920 elections. Investigators report that Hays and Hays law firm aided the oil magnate during cabinet years though Hays had stepped back from active duties.
A March 22 statement highlights ongoing bird, tree, and forest studies in Harrisburg and surrounding areas. Officials note activities include shrub toggling, bird fire studies, and exercises aimed at greater appreciation and understanding of local wildlife. Governor Gov. Gifford is mentioned in context of Bird Day observances.
Announcement reports theEuropext Hotel on East Main to transfer to Mr and Mrs Vinnie Graham who will take possession April Ast. J Te Cass current owner sold the property after a public sale. The Grahams plan redecorating and to open a dining room later. Cass says he will leave for the immediate future.
New York March 94 Passengers on the Olympic and the Mort St George collided in the North River. None were seriously injured according to the line offices. The Olympic backed out while the Mort St George moved down river. the Fort Sty Grorge sustained a twenty foot mark on the port side and a mast was carried away. The Olympic was undamaged and proceeded.
Warren March 22 reports a planned network of bus lines to span the region as roads near completion. Citizens Transit of Oil City and allied interests including Titusville Light and Power plan to seek bus franchise rights once roads from Oil City to Union City and Warren are finished, with several cars already in operation. Applications face opposition from Titusville Traction, Citizens Transit, and Pennsylvania Railroad, with a decision reserved after night hearings.
James Maven, a year old Civil War veteran from Lewiston, committed suicide at his Kin home on March 1. Guided by his daughter to a wheelchair, he used an old revolver to end his life after suffering months of illness including spinal shola. Relatives noted the relic gun he found on the battlefield.
The Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania plans a new rate schedule with the Public Service Commission in Harrisburg. The changes, effective May 1 after 30 days’ notice, aim to cover growing telephone numbers and capital needs to maintain service standards, dividends, and future investments.
In Paris on March 22 the Baroness D'Erlanger widow of Weta Mopper Hewitt says he cost $50 000 a year in upkeep as he never had a cent and cannot be held responsible for debts. She answers a newspaper ad by D Erlanger claiming no further liability. She plans a reply asserting Hewitt never contributed any money.
A fast minibus attackers in Dublin Cork area, wearing officer uniforms, killed one British soldier and wounded several others near Otoorstown. The gunmen used a machine gun and fired into marching troops causing scattered fear. Dublin government denies these assailants are regular military, linking them to rebel groups amid ongoing military reorganization.
Funeral services for Nira Q F Drwislep were held Friday afternoon at M B church conducted by Rev. M M Redinger. Vocal selections by Alea Clarence Miller and Mrs O A Jones. Interment in Pine Grove cemetery. Attending pallbearers were R Wark Frank I F Chane hyd Hy A Manley BA Rickue and We M Seat. Relatives from out of town attended including I S Alargs Detroit Mich Mrs Ira Taylor Di Ald Pa Mr and Mrs Dorothy Bates New City Mrs Drewater Amy Kontadt Briss Mr and Horn Titnaville.
A damage claim is reported in Philadelphia with a stated amount of 18100.009. The brief note references a march event and activity involving United Pray PHILADELPHIA, but details are unclear and names or dates beyond March are not specified. The item reads as a fragmented notice with limited publishable facts.
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