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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1928
Page
1
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Chicago faces political violence as threats of bombings escalate during the mayoral primary period. State Senator Herman Haemisch reports a threatening letter, later linked to bombings at the homes of Senator Deneen and Judge Swanson. Police offer rewards totaling $65,000 for bomber arrests while security tightens around candidates and officials. Meanwhile the Bremen expedition from Ireland to New York grapples with Atlantic weather delays as crew refuse to abandon the perilous flight plan.
The Senate today passed the flood control bill after a ninety minute debate with two minor amendments from McKellar and Ransdell. The measure now heads to the House, setting a speed record for major legislation. Leaders brokered a political agreement to secure bipartisan support in committee.
George Haldeman and Iddie Stinson launch an endurance flight from Jacksonville at 7 36 A M in a Stinson Detroit monoplane loaded with 550 gallons of gasoline aiming to exceed a 52 hour record. They previously failed in Michigan attempts.
City officials lack strict enforcement of the fire zone ordinance limiting repairs to wooden structures in the business area. Insurance underwriters suggest equipment such as a hook and ladder truck could reduce rates, potentially paying for itself in five to six years. Experts found water pressure and capacity may soon yield rate drops, but broad reductions hinge on further underwriting recommendations. Mrs. John Martin returns home from Newark City after visiting her daughter, Miss Sara Marin.
Three American aviators died when their plane crashed in Mexico City after departing from Nogales. Injured pilot Walter King likely connected to Douglas, Arizona, and governor Riva Palacio ordered shipment of the bodies with escort. The crash occurred midair as the craft plunged into the center of the city, killing two on impact and the third soon after.
Mercer Pa March 28 largest mortgage ever filed in Mercer county was recorded for 12 million dollars by Dollar Title and Trust Co acting as trustee for mortgage bonds of Shapon Steel Hoop Co. Bonds in 600 and 100 denominations paying 112 percent mature in 20 years. Properties include plants in Sharon Warren Ohio Louisville Youngstown and Wheatland.
President Coolidge signed a radio bill extending the Federal Radio Commission's authority for one year and setting rules to equitably allocate broadcasting power and wavelengths among the se radio zones. Licenses for postal point-to-point technicism training experimental ship and amateur radio licenses will expire August 3, with earlier extensions pending wavelength allocation. New or renewed transmitting station licenses must be filed before July 1, and no formal licenses for definite periods were affected.
County road delegations from Corry and Concord township press for Spartansburg road funding while Erie county officials weigh two main projects for the year. A state survey is urged for a Frankin Center to Lavery Corners stretch, with Davis opposing the plan despite MacLean and Rogan backing it. Persistent efforts by local boosters may be needed to secure county aid.
Clarence Commandery No 51 Knights Templar hosts Grand Commander Musser and staff tonight at the Masonic Temple. Right Eminent Sir Boyd A Musser of Scranton expected by motor this afternoon. Dinner at Hotel Corry at 6 o clock followed by an exemplification of the Temple order and a dessert by the Ladies Auxiliary.
Austin Smith, cashis er of Monroe National Bank at Moorog, near Middletown, was shot and killed by an unidentified bandit who ordered him to empty the cash drawer. The robber drew a gun and fired. Local authorities search for the suspect.
Police reported what may be a triple murder or two double murders and a self-inflicted death at the Newark residence of Franke Warren. The house was partially burned and the Warren couple were found badly burned. their 14 year old son Jackson lay dead with a bullet through the heart. Firefighters found the scene after a farmhand reported the blaze.
Ambassador Dwight W. Morrow announces a likely settlement of the Mexican oil laws dispute through new enforcement regulations. The changes affirm pre 1927 rights, define positive exploitation, allow foreign firms to operate without forced Mexicanized control, and restrict sales of resources to Mexicans. Reuben Clarke aided the envoy, with ongoing negotiations at the embassy.
Mayor Olin W Bracken and city councilmen of Corry will attend a Harrisburg conference on May 7 to discuss extending the second class city tax to third class cities. John Mestoore of Lancaster, president of the Fair Tax and Assessment League of Pennsylvania, prepares the meeting. Also on the agenda is uniform assessment laws for cities and counties. A formal invitation has not yet been received, but a delegation from Corry is likely.
Twenty persons were injured when a Long Island railroad train derailed at Sunnyside Queens. An electric locomotive and five cars left the rails. track damage extended about 46 feet. Several passengers were taken to St Johns Hospital with seven later discharged. Fire forces aided the rescue as reserves worked the scene.
Charles Lindbergh plans to depart Washington today or tomorrow for an unspecified destination, possibly Chicago, St. Louis, or San Diego. He has completed a seven day tour delivering air demonstrations to congressmen and diplomats, carrying over 1100 passengers in seven days, and made three unannounced trips yesterday. He dined after a conference with Acting Secretary Olds, labeled important, while work on a new plane in San Diego progresses at the Spirit of St. Louis manufacturer’s facility.
The page lists WEAF programs including Maga zine Hour at 8 P M and Opera Ernant at 10:30 P M. WMAQ in Chicago hosts a Zona Gale lecture at 4 P M, WOR features Columbia Hour at 10 P M, and Wiz Hook up 11 P M. The schedule emphasizes variety across music drama and lectures with station notes and times.
Eighteen persons were killed yesterday in earthquakes that struck several Italian towns. More than sixty people were injured, with damage reported across multiple areas as rescuers worked to reach survivors. The report cites casualties and widespread disruption.
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