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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1926
Page
1
Tornadoes slash across Oklahoma causing multiple deaths and extensive damage as violent storms disrupt primary campaign events. Reports cite at least three dead and numerous injuries while authorities deploy troops to patrol affected towns and safeguard ongoing political activities.
The Concord Township commencement of the grade school was held Friday evening May 7 at the Steray chapel. The program featured students, music, and a display of graduation outfits as Valodietary J. Jimballine Prise addressed attendees.
Funeral services for Alpheus Damon were conducted from the Hidehouse in West Plains Street with burial at a local cemetery. The Rev John H. Reed officiated at St. Hitp List Church, and relatives gathered for the service, which reflected the deceased’s piety and family ties.
Announcement from Aquilawork of Wert Washington Street states the Corry Auto Exchange is now open. The business offers wrecking parts and a full line of automobile items and supplies for all models. Lester Bergen is mentioned in connection with the opening.
Reported nationwide disruptions spread from London to other cities as workers strike actions swell. Authorities argue protests target government policy and call for negotiations while public services face delays and safety concerns.
A lively musical program featured students and teachers presenting songs and selections. Performers included Miss Ar Voetyy Dibba and Miss Lucife Murray, with numbers like Land of ahi SKY Hine Water and Spring Moon.
Funeral services for Mrs J A Covey were held at 2:30 p.m. at her home on Uivanue. Neighbors and friends attended the service as members of church and civic groups shared memories. Seated observers included relatives in Pine Grove and the city paid respects to the deceased and her survivors.
A church choir director, long serving in the Presbytery choir, will resign this week due to a move to another city. Sue Milas will lead the choir during a transition period and take up a new post in the neighboring town, while the Abning churches appoint a new director.
Oslo reports final preparations underway for Roald Amundsen and crew as they prepare to steer Norge toward the Arctic route toward Waichiks Muska with thirty days of supplies. The airship aims to brave rough seas and lingering storms, turning back if severe weather blocks the approach.
Reports indicate Steve Flaherty, accused in the fiendish slaying of his wife, will be moved to the county jail next week. Officials plan to proceed with the May term trial, aiming to conclude the case within this term and then transfer him to the state prison for confinement.
Millionaire college graduate Leopold, serving life for the murder of Bobby Franks, may be called in the probe of seven convicts who murdered Deputy Warden Peter Klein and escaped from the state penitentiary. Leopold claimed he was not invited to join the escape but was in solitary confinement when the breakout occurred. The coroner's inquest into Klein's death will be reopened Monday to determine conditions that enabled the escape.
On a satirical street action in New York, participants depicting liberty faced public attention as banners and photographs traced a route from the Battery to Bedloe's Island. The display involved citizens in plain clothes and drew spectators and curious crowds along the way.
Members of Corry High School's Junior class hosted the annual Junior Senior Reception with the Senior class. A banquet and program in the school hall preceded a dance in the gym with Roy Lapson's Orchestra.
Harbormaster Jordan said Lake Erie is clear of ice around Erie and most upper lake ice has disappeared. None of 23 freighters that left Buffalo last week have broken through the ice on their first attempt to reach Upper Lakes ports.
The campaign heats up with Fisher, Pepper, and others touring Western Pennsylvania. Fisher plans visits to Browneville, Uniontown, Connellsville, and Jennerstown. Pepper resumes statewide swing aided by Edward Mastin. Pinrose to visit Pittsburg. John Lewis to lead speeches in Johnstown and nearby towns.
Washington May 3 The plan would exempt home brewing and distilling for personal consumption from federal interference under proposed changes to the Volstead Act. The measure aims to allow search warrants for private dwellings only after identifying commercial production, drawing fire from bootleggers and reformers alike.
Radio listings show programs across multiple stations with time slots and call letters including KGO Oakland WIG Hartford KSD St Louis WBZ Springfield Tufts College WSB Atlanta. The schedule highlights feature segments and classical and theatre program blocks throughout the evening.
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