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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1926
Page
1
The Pine Grove Cemetery Association held its annual meeting with officers and trustees in attendance. Plans discussed include improving participation by property owners and potential future actions. the meeting concluded with hopes for broader member involvement and a review of past and upcoming activities.
A United Press dispatch reports widespread frost impact across the county. Farmers fear significant losses as fruit orchards and crops suffered a severe freeze, marking one of the season’s lowest temperatures and hampering early growth prospects for grain and fruit. Local weather officials caution ongoing damage assessments expected in the coming days.
Fragile OCR text mentions Flaherty and grand jury proceedings slated for Friday. Disjointed lines reference lawyer Levant, attorney figures, and possible medical notes about a patient’s condition. No clear secondary facts or dates beyond Friday.
The United States State Department reports action after a naval incident near Bluefields in Nicaragua. An American warship engaged a target vessel from the Liberal party, with several injuries and deaths reported during the confrontation. The dispute centers on sovereignty and intervention amid regional tensions.
May 4 reports the initial clash of a general strike beginning at midnight with strikers throwing stones. Widespread disruption follows as workers confront authorities, highlighting escalating tensions in Glasgow.
Corry residents attend Pepper rally in Erie as candidates from the Republican slate visit. Event at the Biles auditorirum outlines support and campaign aims with Eric Pepper and fellow nominees, including state and local officers, scheduled to speak to voters.
Private services were held for Mrs Stephin Flaherty and Miss Helen Taylor at Pay eme Morning Tome. Relatives from out of town attended the double rites at the cemetery and home, with numerous mourners from West Spring Creek and Garland present.
Reporter in Floyd Collins case wins $1,000 Pulitzer Prize for best story. Aniten Fress reports in New York on Miller’s win and the Louisville Courier Journal coverage. The piece also notes other 1925 awards including Arrowsmith, biographies, verse, and editorial prizes.
City council met last night in the Annivipal Building with Mayor C. W. Hray presiding. Bills approved, treasurer's report given showing a balance of 2,507 on March 1st. petitions from Tilth and Kings streets for street improvements discussed. water main extension, tree work, and fire hydrant placement addressed. bridge repairs and street widening approved or referred. meeting adjourned after considering municipal matters and repairs to bridges and avenues.
United Press reports from Washington that President proposes caution on a third Hague peace conference. Officials say a favorable climate and concrete proposals are needed before any international gathering.
The Irish Free State announces a possible takeover of road and food supplies if Britain’s industrial war continues, signaling government readiness to control critical resources.
Radio listings note New York stations with 14 outlets and a 1 P M feature. CKGL Toronto airs 7 P M Eastern Daylight Anniversary program. KCO Oakland 8 P M Pacific Standard Music Week. WGN Chicago broadcasts Central Standard Opera Bohemian Girl. KDKA East Pittsburgh and KDKA Little Symphony Orchestra appear in Eastern Standard times.
A chemical plant explosion at Grasselli injured several workers with two men confirmed dead. Authorities report losses valued at about 25 100 dollars. Names and exact circumstances remain unclear due to boilerplate OCR text. The incident drew emergency response and is under investigation by local authorities.
An article reports on calls to strengthen gun availability to confront a Chicago gangster conflict. Oscar Carlstrom outlines plans to appeal to city officials and finance committees as the war intensifies. Names like Prisecamp Billy, Jimmy Diherty, and Tom appear amid the upheaval.
A May party organized by the Woman's Relief Association and the Maccabees drew about five hundred fifty couples to the State Armory. The event featured singing by Mrs Frank Berl and others, dancing, acrobatic stunts, and a lively May pole performance by sixteen girls. Roy Lirtson and others provided music. numerous accompanists joined in the program, and the evening closed with a lively dance and encore performances.
Reports from Erie detail grand jury actions with no true bills returned against Dennis and John Amoroso. The proceedings touched local traffic concerns and a separate liquor violation case, with preliminary remarks and scheduling noted for the upcoming sessions.
A Falls Rotary gathering draws ten members to the conference at Niagara Falls, with attendance by notable district officials. Reports mention Frank Tabtore delivering remarks and assessments of the event, while local press coverage notes the week’s unrest and a sale being organized.
Pasadena notes a Pasadena school board plans a special session this evening to review applications for the office of superintendent of schools. The meeting follows a May 4 note about the superintendent search and an inventor Thomas B. Slate discussion on dirigible airship ideas for government use.
After four hours in a northwest gale the Erie fish tug Mayer 1, with Captain Charles Hoskins, crew Dovidson and Movers aboard, barely stayed afloat near the harbor break wall. The light station crew towed the vessel to port after the engine failed in heavy seas.
London reports describe a nationwide labor stoppage with 50 million workers involved and widespread disruption. Premier Baldwin shuns direct comment as government mobilizes all resources to quell the strike while urging unions to unite and maintain order.
In Fairbanks on May 4 Captain George Wilkins of the Detroit polar expedition, with Pitor Evelson, faced repeated failures to start from Point Barrive in a single engined monoplane. A third attempt yesterday ended with the Maskan crashing in a brushy area, causing damage.
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