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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1923
Page
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The fragmentary note outlines a vague event with names and numbers erased. Readable elements suggest a decorative or symbolic theme centered on petals and a confrontation or match indicated by verses. No clear date, location, or participants are identifiable.
United Press dispatch from Lausanne reports renewed Turko Greek tensions risk a broader European conflict. Greek delegates threaten to abandon peace talks as Turkish forces move toward the Maritza river while Greece seeks reparations and pressure from allies.
Dublin May 17. Heulah Crocker’s attorneys reply to the charge she was married to Guy Moronne before Croker’s death. They deny any bigamy and contend the widow, left with the Croker estate, is under attack by the Croker children. Moronne’s whereabouts are unclear. Northampton and Dublin figures are cited in the turmoil surrounding the Croker will.
A 1928 United Press account describes the staged life of a presumed king in a Michigan "Valley of the Kings" with luxurious feasts, private attendants, rare wines, jewels, and ornate living quarters. A 20 year old survivor narrates the ruler’s opulent sequestered world and nightly writings.
The Corry Choral Society offered a fine program at the high school auditorium during Mind Week. Under director R. Barth the concert drew a capacity crowd and included varied vocal numbers, praise for the choir, and performances by the grade-school operetta cast led by Mabel Larsson.
Governor Fiorello La Guardia signed a bill providing pension payments to Pennsylvania veterans. The measure allocates 45 million dollars for wartime veterans with monthly stipends of 200 dollars plus 10 dollars for each month served, administered by the adjutant general’s department.
Keystone Construction of Meadville wins the paving contract and starts work on West Washington Street. The Washington Street pavement between Center Street and First Avenue is nearly complete and to be opened soon. Only tar filler remains on the traversed stretch as crews plan rapid progress on other projects, with Hart Street paving remaining venorate.
An appointed official from Colorado, Adams, chosen by Democratic leadership, is described as a mild progressive. The selection comes amid party considerations and intra-state discussions over policy and governance.
Theo B Wils of this city ranks among the leaders of the equitable agents for the opening period of 1923 with 9 800 cases insured. Williams placed third in the number of cases handled, earning new honors in the Equitable field and prompting praise for better service.
Fragmented OCR text portrays a chaotic report on President Harding amid debates over federal authority and states rights. It references prohibition enforcement, political friction, and potential intervention to stabilize the nation.
Cleveland, March 17. Famed Chicago financier Mack completes purchase of the Portland Star at a public sale. Jeanne Walbying, accused of complicity, allegedly valued at eighty five thousand dollars. McGawW expressed doubt about completing the transfer but agrees to payment terms at the port city auction.
In Wilkes Barre on May 17 a series of liquor cases were dismissed after prosecutors and the hotelkeepers commission reported progress. Judge McLeins reviewed returns and denied a permit sum for several defendants as transcripts showed varied outcomes.
City residents fill Erie hall for hearing on a pending bus permit request. Officials discuss route lines and compliance, with questions about safety, service area, and funding, as neighbors await the commission’s decision.
An alleged gangster was killed on Galuthin Avenue as a crowd watched. The event caused panic with several women fainting and a male suspect firing a weapon into the crowd before escaping. Police are investigating and reviewing footage.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference people such as Leona Withield and Leona Withield near a place called Meadville. Mentions of trails, motor vehicles, and a distant reference to a Mevlent event or meeting are present, but most details are garbled and unreadable.
A complex extradition case unfolds as Clara Batigie, accused of murder, faces capture after a foiled liberty bid. Officials report tangles involving Tegvowalpa and connections to San Salvador and Los Angeles. Legal steps continue with hearings and cross border coordination amid public intrigue.
A fragmented report outlines committees and discussions for a major alumni party and missionary conference. The piece notes efforts to finalize the program, with attendees spending two lavish days at the event and a concluding meeting by Ghwen Bathoy Kele.
The fragmented text describes an executive committee meeting of the Manni and nearby groups. It mentions a feast at Maroatee Hill and references various figures and events, but the exact purpose and participants remain obscured by garbled wording.
Rey Bighmy will visit Columbus May 20 to speak at the church about a pastorate claim and window display honoring Hadward Crapwer. The event includes a fundraising wine sale and a dedication to Comrade Lanston’s retirement efforts. Union City leader W. Smith noted.
Dr James Jackson of Erie underwent stomach surgery and received light blood transfusions along with two saline infusions in an effort to save his life. He reportedly showed fainting spells during recovery.
Moscow reports a sweeping campaign to root out bribery under Premier Lenin. Of 3,205 found guilty, 61 were condemned to death, with others receiving sentences from death to ten years in prison. roughly 2,600 got two to ten years.
A boy was born to Mrs Creighton wife of Joby Creighton who is indicted for murdering Carlos R Avery. The couple face charges of poisoning Avery to collect life insurance. Exhumations and tests for poison follow leads from an anonymous tip. Preliminary tests show no single cause of death for the parents.
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