12 May 1924
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1924
Page
1
A thrilling account details the hardships faced by round the world fliers after their plane wreck near the Arctic. Exhausted from a week of trudging, they reach a trapper's cabin seeking aid and instructions for survival and future steps.
May 12 San Diego reports Major General Musi M. Patrick orders Major Vis de Martin and Sergeant Alva Harvey to rejoin the army and proceed to Europe or Asia by routes available. The Seattle airship, which crashed near Port Moller, prompted a large search with destroyers and planes. Martin and Harvey endured Arctic storms, reaching Port Moller exhausted but alive, while crews chase any trace of the Seattle amid severe weather and heavy loss.
United Press reports in Halle on May 12 that ten people died and many were injured as monarchist demonstrations clashed with Communists. Iron barricades and barbed fuel filled streets while police dispersed crowds to protect city officials and speakers advocating a monarchist return under the old Kaiser.
Police report a group under 18 admitted participation in stealing saxophone and other instruments on East Pretovick Street. A $25 reward renewed for recovery prompted the youths to confess after questioning by Chief Dunkle, with names withheld for publication. They received reprimands and were released on parole after the case proceeded in police court.
In Cleburne Texas May 12 Mrs Luther Harvey, mother of Sergeant Harvey among the missing World War II airmen found in Alaska, expresses faith and prayers for her son Alva, age 24, one of seven children, who served five years in the air corps. The family clings to hope as reports reach Norwood and the public eyes the long, anxious wait for news.
Bangor reports a deadly fire in May killing five adults and ten total, with three injured at the scene. Mame Brogan and family are among the deceased while four children and two others survived by leaping from a second story window. Doctors describe severe injuries and limited hope for recovery.
A garbled 1924 Pulitzer prize story lists winners across journalism drama and biography. Mentions Magner White of San Diego and Harry Hyndidge of the St. Louis Star among others, with prizes including editorial and cartoon awards and several $1,000 prizes.
City residents are urged to prepare all rubbish for removal by the street department. Trucks will make one trip to each street, so owners should have waste ready early. Cooperation is requested to ensure all debris is hauled to the city dump.
Hospital Day observances featured remarks by City Solicitor and officials. Dr Wiebe and Dr Graham presented talks on hospital work and laboratory methods while community groups and civic clubs participated. About two hundred attended as a benediction closed the exercises and a savings drive announced $100 for each day of Hospital activity.
Washington May 12 Progressive lawmakers outlined a legislative program they insist must be acted on before Congress adjourns. The plan includes farm relief measures and tax relief proposals, with Senator Brookhart leading the effort as acting chair of the party group. Arrangements were being made for action on sections of the Community Act and Farm Relief bills, Brookhart said, expecting Congress to adjourn no sooner than seven.
York Pa May 12 John E Whisler cashier of the York Haven State Bank admitted embezzling between 8000 and 1200 dollars and was sentenced to four to ten years in the Eastern Penitentiary.
fragmented OCR summary notes a French demand for reparations settlement and hints at political upheaval under Mitterrand era. Mentions resignation and a bid to end militaristic postwar policies. References Le Poincare and county coverage.
United Press reports Pittsburgh streetcar strike ended this afternoon by a vote, with workers returning to service after approving a proposal. The deal confines the current wage schedule for two years and sets working conditions, while the company covers costs of uniforms for each employee annually.
In Palo, NY on May 12 a girl bandit with bobbed hair and two companions were arrested within 24 hours of attacking a jewelry store. They allegedly killed Pufue Eller, 24, during a diamond robbery Saturday night. A dropped jewel price tag and scattered details hint at a swift, high profile caper.
Reports from Tokyo on May 12 indicate Premier Kivoura appears defeated by a split opposition as incomplete returns show significant losses for his cabinet. Government aides say resignation unlikely despite party setbacks and ongoing Seigshon surveys.
May 12 reports show Premier Poincare and the National Bloc defeated in national elections. Leftist parties gain a strong majority in the Chamber of Deputies, pledging moderation toward Germany while many foreign policies may be changed. The result signals a broad shift amid cost of living protests and tax increases.
In Lebanon Pennsylvania on May 12 two more deaths are reported from diphtheria in the family of Charles Roth. Nine members of the family refused medical aid, part of a group labeled a fifth healing cult. Grave Roth, six, died Saturday and Margaret Roth, five, died today as investigators link the illness to the family.
Corry parents and the Parent Teachers Association appeal for donations via a tag day on Wednesday in May. Fishable children will sell tags to fund playground equipment and supervisor salaries, aiming to provide safe, instructional play spaces for local children amid street traffic dangers. Signatories include James Clark, Mrs Desmond, Mrs Doolittle, and Mr Colegrove, presidents and chairmen of the PTA.
A severe flood on May 12 endangers towns across Maryland and Virginia. Widespread rainfall swelled rivers near Cumberland and Pittsburgh, flooding the Allegheny Monongahela region. Reports describe submerged farms, rising crests, and rail disruptions as trains are diverted and bridges struggle under water.
Philadelphia May 12 A sixty year old woman described as having a girlish look, Mrs Margaret Plank, is charged as the teacher and leader of a gang of five men accused of robberies. Police say she directed the operations that yielded 1800 in shoes and clothing. The arrests followed a robbery where the thieves were dividing the loot at the site. Also taken into custody was a 21 year old man identified as her accomplice.
Listings cover programs on WOR in Newark and WHAZ in Troy with relief telethon for German children, KDKA Pittsburgh from the American Guild of Banjoists and Mandolinists, and WDAF Kansas City presenting ibhan Club music. Includes a Washington event and a cross continental midnight broadcast.
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