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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1925
Page
1
Reported collapse of rum running amid blockade leaves crews hungry and fearing weekend surrenders. Five ships report broken crews and stalled relief as authorities plan intensified patrols and possible searches along key river mouths.
Health officer reports six cases of scarlet fever under quarantine in the city. Officials warn the outbreak is serious with several surrounding areas under caution and the public urged to avoid contact. A few chicken pox cases also in quarantine as the health situation remains fragile.
Kyher Millet, 78, hanged himself in Beaverdam today after a period of mental distress. He climbed to a hay mow, looped a rope over a rafter, and killed himself. Deputy Coroner Malt Pulton ruled no inquest was needed. Survived by brothers Elijah and Lewis.
Milny school officials announce multiple staff resignations and transfers affecting the High School and Concord and Open Fortunity schools. Principal Brown intends to relinquish duties, Merrill Doc Vitgle plans to quit for Western Reserve University, and other instructors including Agriculture, Economics, Health Work, and Music depart or seek new posts.
In Warren May officers Pope and Hirts searched a culvert along the Pennsylvania railroad tracks after residents reported a man lying there for nearly three days without food. Victor Spete of Pittsfield, a former Warren State Hospital inmate, was found and taken to the county home for care. He had been wandering from the woods toward Warren in very weak condition.
Residents who were victims of the Continental Grocery Company stock promotion await the trial of another company official in federal court at Pittsburgh. The firm, based in Erie, sold thousands of dollars in stock through its representatives across northwestern Pennsylvania via the Crager Corporation, whose officials are also on trial.
Mrs Elizabeth Ladinsky aged 34 was acquitted in a criminal court term securing her release after a 20 hour plus jury deliberation. Abraham Ladinsky, a wealthy jeweler, was the deceased in the trial that drew United Press coverage from Pittsburgh on May 8.
Readable OCR lists multiple major companies across sectors including American Smelters American Woolen Anaconda Bethlehem Steel New York Central Southern Pacific Union Oil General Motors Studebaker Westinghouse US Rubber US Steel and others. The fragment shows a snapshot of diverse firms in energy, metals, transportation, and manufacturing sectors with no clear narrative.
New York May. Loree, famed railroad builder, proposes a giant merger to create broad transportation networks based on the Delaware and Hudson and other lines. He aims to unite Lehigh Valley, Lehigh and Hudson River, Central Railroad of New Jersey, Lackawanna and more under a central plan.
At least six to eight Cory citizens are expected to testify as character witnesses for Willie White in Pittsburgh as he faces highway robbery and attempted robbery charges. White denies involvement and claims he was in another city during the reported robberies. Cory witnesses will travel by automobile on Sunday afternoon.
Teachers and school officials plan a May 10 meeting at the High School to arrange for a Northwertens Zone gathering of the Pennsylvania State Educational Association. The Erie zone event is set for October 16 and 17 with a national speaker and football game attendance, as part of statewide zone meetings. Mrs M B Savage, visiting from Cleveland, was in the city en route home.
Tokyo May 8 A 470 ton steamer Toyo Mari wrecked near Sashho Japan. About 100 feared dead as three destroyers search for survivors. Signals of fire reported aboard the vessel while crews and passengers are unaccounted for.
The K of C state convention gathers in Gettysburg starting Sunday with leaders including Governor Gilford Pitchot and U S Senators Pepper and Reed. Delegates from many regions will attend despite two Columbus affiliates unable to travel. A Monday field trip to the Gettysburg battlefield is planned.
Mrs Jutie Gr Shepherd charged as accessory to the alleged murder of Mrs Erin McCtin was released on a $5,000 bond. She and her son Billy Meeimtoed were freed as she prepared to appear before Judge Jacob Mepkins for bail arrangements, with strong opposition from the State's Attorney.
Testimony at the Public Service Commission hearing in Pittsburgh questions a 20 percent rate increase for Peoples Natural Gas and Equitable Oil Company. Attorneys argue gas costs to consumers are unfair while experts debate the valuation of Peoples gas territory and the cost per thousand cubic feet.
Brokenstraw Valley Chapter of the D A R met at the Regent's home with a brief business session and annual reports. Officers for the coming years were elected including Regent Mrs Thomas P Giblin and Vice Regents, secretary, treasurer, registrar, and historian. The next meeting is set for June 10 at 302 South Street, at Mrs Melvin Parkhurst's home.
Morgantown West Virginia May 5 The counsel for the United Mine Workers appeals to the State Supreme Court to retain Rosedale Coal Company from evicting union miners from company houses. The action automatically halts dispossession until the high court renders a decision.
The report states Michael Narey and Henry Nelson of Boston claim involvement in the Denver mint robbery years ago. Nelson admits a San Quentin parole violation and says Narey is a convict and one of four bandits. Detectives connect the pair to other escapes while local hotel incidents surface.
Police pursue a thief believed to have rifled the cash register in the Tax Coeur office and Alderman Gordon’s, with about 170 dollars in currency and checks stolen during the noon hour. Investigation pushed from multiple angles with possible arrests soon.
A special Mother's Day service is set for Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Presbyterian Church. The choir and pastor will present a songique titled Mothers of Men. A rehearsal for His offering will be held Saturday evening at 7 o'clock in the lunch.
Officers announce that learners permits issued to ten new drivers are valid for thirty days and may be renewed upon application. Tests may be administered with careful handling of the applicant and vehicle details.
A fragmented item lists radio features from stations such as KDKA East Pittshureh KGW Portland 1050 with mentions of Eastery Daylight Gilbert Sih jivan and WGY Schenectady 74. The text also references KOA Denver WOS Jefferson City and a Denver Music Week.
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