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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1922
Page
3
Corry Evening Journal published daily except Sunday from West South Street Corry PA. Arthur Cotegrove publisher. Postal matter at Corry PA. Subscription five dollars per year by mail. Single copies fifteen cents. Advertising rates available on application.
The article details a sweeping controversy over appointing political allies to high posts, with Sen Senate investigations accusing the Taft administration of improper influence. It cites Secretary of the Interior and Attorney General targets, alleged oil and railroad ties, and possible corruption totaling tens of millions of dollars. It notes calls for accountability and potential political fallout for the administration.
A turbulent discussion on motion picture censorship questions the impact of film on free expression. Public figures criticize and defend policy as scholars note historical context and potential for artistic merit amid political pressures.
Fragmented 19th century style prose describes New York mining schemes and social chatter. The piece hints at investors, “planters,” and public figures amid scandal and financial speculation. It references Henry Ford, Senator McCumber, and various city names and events in a dense, oblique narrative.
Irregular reports describe state police patrols on county roads to curb highway thefts in Erie county. Major Jenn G. Liaras oversees the effort, coordinating with county officials and law enforcement to address ongoing thefts and position units for potential arrests.
Ridgway resident Jar Miller, former sales manager for Meri Palpaid Paper, was badly injured this morning and later taken to a Dayton hospital where he is recovering rapidly. A report notes Miller suffered an arm injury and lists his prior Ridgway ties and employment.
Local notes report social gatherings and meetings in Clymer N Y including Mrs Ryan and Mrs Roy Thipher visitors from Chicago, a school election plan at the North Center schoolhouse, teacher selections, a youth group social, and updates on residents and families with mentions of Joshua Thayer and Jacquiny’s birthday.
The message notes the recovery of a missing individual after a recent incident. Pronk, the chief of police, and family members are mentioned in connection with the case. The report references a hospital and a visit related to the event.
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