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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1925
Page
1
A national council of women leads a sharp discussion on disarmament and policy toward Germany. The vote centers on a pacifist stance and U S opposition to German aggression amid international tensions.
A fragmented 19th century probate note describes Charles Woe Dooritik or Willacy Deering, an inventor, leaving his estate to three women including Anna Rupers Mille. The text hints at contested division and a probe into the will, with references to varied names and possible misreadings of the document.
The Presbyterian Church hosts a Mother's Day program this Sunday afternoon featuring a nine-piece musical program centered on motherhood. The yearlong vesper services have drawn community praise and will include readings and musical numbers, with the pastor and choir leading.
Members of the Dairymen's organization will meet at the Municipal Building in this city on May 28 to elect a president for the local branch. They will also select eight delegates for the parent society and discuss important business. Secretary Ft Dodd will report outcomes and plans to be sent to all members.
Reports swirl that the infamous Gerald Chapman has escaped while awaiting status in Superior Court. Local police and officials deny confirmed details as rumors circulate about the money heist and an attempted robbery.
Washington dispatch reports Prohibition forces tightening the blockade on Rum Row along the Atlantic coast. Navy outlets aim to disperse liquor runners from New York and New Jersey, with operations centering near New York Harbor and Chesapeake bays. Rear Admiral Willard directs the blockade while multiple vessels strive to halt smuggling into inlets over the next week.
Corry Odd Fellows learn a contract was awarded for a modern two story brick home on North Main street Meadville. A. Wishart and Sons Co of Sharing submitted the winning bid of 8208.879. Construction to begin at once with completion planned by fall as the old facilities are replaced and the orphanage continues its long tradition.
The Navy airship Los Angeles returning from Porto Rico flew via Miami to begin a 1000 mile northward voyage to Lakehurst New Jersey. The crew reported an uneventful night flight from San Juan and expected to reach the hangar near dusk. Navy authorities estimate the high ship may pass over Washington in the afternoon.
Investigators probing a baby farm run by Mrs. Tylene Ariuste Geisen-Voll report 22 infant deaths over the past year. Authorities may seek exhumations to determine cause, while Geisen-Voll insists the deaths were natural. An associate, Hurley Shuss, has returned from Jamestown after attending the Primum Show.
The international traffic conference considers prohibiting arms sales to private parties and restricting commerce under League of Nations terms. Turkey opposes a complete ban and ministers differ over allowed exceptions for self defense and small states.
Federal prohibition agents seized a large beer consignment after intercepting two men unloading beer from a box car at Nineteentry and German streets. John Kerp and Martin Hohrer, both held for charges of illegal possession of intoxicating beverages, face U S Commissioner proceedings.
Three men cuffed four Roost Jewelry Co employees on Grand Street in New York and robbed the store of gems valued at about $90,000. Police took half an hour to free the workers and pursue the suspects, who escaped.
The Danish steamer Hank Jensen under Captain Kotred from New York to Montreal ran ashore on Whiteswall ledge near Guyshorn last night. The hull was pierced by rocks and two holds filled with water. The captain and crew stayed aboard overnight awaiting daylight before assessing damage. The Canadian Marine Department offered aid.
Medina Ohio May 2 The court in the triple murder trial of Mrs Martha Wise paused for a funeral as Edith Insley the last victim in the so called poison widow family was buried. Mrs Hasel slashed her throat Wednesday, her mind collapsed and Fred Label her husband will attend the funeral. The defendant reportedly collapsed yesterday in a courthouse corridor.
Warren Pa veteran dies on a Pennsylvania railroad train while en route home from a Veterans hospital in Dorsey Springs Kentucky. He had been ill with tuberculosis and was being rushed to his wife and parents as the race home ended fatally.
The Corry Hotel Company reports interior plastering nearing completion and shifts focus to furnishing purchases. Manager TS Moran and directors visited Jamestown to review floor coverings and materials for an estimated 35 000 dollar furnishings contract. sample pieces will be reviewed soon. The project aims for an August opening.
May 9 report says Mrs Laura Merriam Curtis, daughter of Minnesota Governor William R Merriam, remarried her divorced husband James Freeman Curtis two days after announcing engagement to Harrison Williams. Ceremony by City Clerk Michael Cruise. few intimate guests present. Col James A Logasi, U.S. rep on European reparations commission, attended. Engagement to Williams previously announced in Washington. This marks a second broken engagement for the bride.
In Moscow May Day statements Trotsky rejects rumors he attacked the Communist party following Lenin's death. He denies charges raised after Mao Eastman's book alleged his opposition to Soviet leadership. Trotsky's remarks came during a period of media attention and intrigue among Communist leaders.
Premier Painlevé announces France and Spain will jointly strike Rif tribesmen in Morocco. Cabinet says reinforcements are ordered, details kept secret, while asserting decisive action and coordination with England and Spain.
Providence police describe a brutal double tragedy after a husband attacked his wife with a monkey wrench when she refused money, then killed himself. The scene involved gas jets and a graphically violent assault, with the couple connected to a recent second marriage.
Berlin May 9 The entry of Marshal von Hindenburg into the city for his presidential inauguration arouses fears of disturbances and violence. Officials intensified measures against possible outbreaks as the ceremony approaches and a nationalist group reportedly plans concealed acts during the event.
Commissioner in Brie district notes four alleged offenses held for the September term of federal court. Prohibition agents conducted raids last week and four men, Hoppa Larry Lindsley Tony Notte and others, remain held under bail of under $1,000 for appearance before the federal bench. Next hearings set for Wednesday Thursday and Friday before Commissioner Wiernest Torek and others.
John J. Simpson owner and publisher of Simpson's Daily Leader Times died at his home in Kittanning Pennsylvania. Born June 9 1852 he was Armstrong county's oldest editor and a notable western Pennsylvania publisher. He founded the Valley Times in 1870 which later became the Kittanning Times.
Mother's Day will be observed in Ord tomorrow with services at most churches. Rev W E Burtlest will address the 11 o'clock service on Mothers and evening sermons will honor mothers with related topics. The Presbyterian church dedicates vesper services to the day and many pews will be filled with flowers in tribute to mothers.
A government engineering boat named Norman sank in the Mississippi River one mile below this point. Officials say the master and Connally were responsible for ensuring the craft was not overloaded. A board will be appointed after Connally’s official disaster report.
A heavy ticket sale is reported for Tuesday performances at the high school auditorium. Glee Club will present the operetta Pocasionts and the grade schools will perform The Childhood of Hiageatha. Rehearsals show strong progress with over two hundred pupils in the productions under Miss Dorathe My Waller.
Six suspects, three men and three women, were held in connection with the Camden jewelry firm robbery last Monday. The break was set off by nitroglycerine, jewels valued at $10,000 were stolen, and burglars’ tools and explosives were found at the suspects’ address. Police arrested them after a tip from Marmute Moran, 17.
A digest of radio features airing in New York Worcester Philadelphia WA R Providence and other markets. It lists program times in EST and notes stations such as WHT WAR KYW and KSD. The piece mentions editors and program directors and a Grand Central Theater reference.
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