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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1926
Page
1
A chaotic OCR fragment reports scrutiny of Illinois pardon processes. The garbled text mentions state systems, officials, prisons, and examinations, with references to political figures and investigations, but specifics are unclear. The piece reads like a clipped, error-filled early draft of a political accountability report.
A fragmentary listing of radio features and stations across the United States. Mentions WAME New York WAXE Detroit WSM Nashville WLIT Philadelphia KOA Denver and others with references to times meters conventions and broadcasts. The readable text is dense with station names and cryptic notations.
Representative Wallin S Ware, a Republican from Vermont, visits the White House to offer praise for President Coolidge and expresses longstanding support for the vice presidency. The exchange touches on ongoing political alignments and future elections.
Fragmented ballot count figures show Fisher's lead shrinking as results trickle in. Reports cite official canvases from various precincts and lingering uncertainty about final margins amid ongoing statewide vote tallies and party affiliations.
In South Bend on May 20 experts discussed how to care for Lucie and Bessie Medich, two conjoined sisters who died Saturday after burial. At St Joseph’s hospital they appeared healthy, but doctors warned of complications from their spinal connection and shared organs. The case, long studied, centers on their single, joint torso and how to separate medical facts from legend.
The Transport Commission heard arguments on May 20 regarding removing four crossings. Disagreement between interested parties delayed settlement as officials pledged to issue orders for the removal.
In Pittstorough United Press dispatch dated May 25, Filings Scarpellini, 40, believed assassins planned to kill him after earlier attempts. A letter to a brother was found on the body, revealing fear of death. He died by suicide during the downtown rush hour yesterday, police said.
Abe Van O'Brien, a floater, was found dead with lead in a harp on the Rubin property at Naxteentt and Holland streets. The body rests at Palmer Hanley's morgue awaiting identification. Hanley cites moonshine indulgence as the cause. Rubin, owner of the property, reported the discovery as police investigate.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars plans a Saturday Poppy Day sale at the old St James Motel property on South Meter Street. Proceeds fund maintenance of the local veterans home and veterans’ treasury. poppies are made by disabled veterans and sold to support the campaign.
In Harrisburg on May 20 the state court issued seventeen decisions in the Cameron case and related matters. Appeals included the Carnegie Trust Company affair against Walter J Christe and several other actions. Some rulings affirmed Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas judgments, others reversed or altered prior outcomes with specific justices named.
The Meder MW Sugar Refining company raised wholesale refined sugar prices by five cents per pound to SAB cents. Later, American Sugar Refining announced a ten point rise to 570 cents per pound, setting a new high base for the year.
In Washington on May 26 the Senate voted 64 to 12 to take up the House bill authorizing 165000 dollars to aid states in building roads but debate delayed the measure, forcing resumption on the regular calendar under the rule.
A Tokyo disaster unfolds as a volcanic eruption and quake claim numerous lives. Officials report about 100 bodies recovered with many more injured or missing. Rescue teams and troops continue relief efforts amid chaotic scenes and shifting casualty estimates.
Police report Belief that juveniles were behind a string of thefts at Fairview and Lipton areas. Court date scheduled as youths face robbery charges after waking days and late night burglaries. Local officers tie suspects to Stee store and Raw shop break ins during past weekend.
Spirited church dispute in Baltimore looms over Liberal versus Fundamentalist factions at the Presbyterian Assembly. Key figures include Dr. W. Thompson and Dr. L. McAfee as moderatorial contenders. The debate centers on Liberal biblical interpretation and the party lineup for the coming year. In Washington a separate House bill seeks 9 million dollars for coast guard cutters and measures to curb liquor imports.
Abd el Krim, leader of the Rif rebels, surrendered to French and Spanish troops after lengthy siege actions. French and Spanish forces parlayed, moving prisoners to a safe line as Rif tribesmen faced heavy losses in a desert campaign under endured heat and drought.
United Place reports Baldwin locomotives will run at half capacity unless Sampel Vaudelain returns from Europe with funds. Vaudelain, a resident of the Arm, says business now relies on credit but he plans to curb lending. He expects locomotive demand to improve this year and denies selling Philadelphia real estate valued around 30 million dollars.
Thirty Jumtoe students accompanied by their instructor Mr. Smith toured the Corry Brick and Tile Company plant yesterday afternoon. They were guided through the facility by W Shaver, an engaging and informative host, making the visit very interesting.
All members of Norry High School's graduating class are asked to meet at the high school Friday afternoon at six o'clock. Principal Shera calls the meeting to organize graduation preparations and distribute caps and gowns. Senior students are urged to attend.
A wide set of U S Senators including from New York New Jersey and Maryland voiced opposition to a proposed referendum on a poll move. The debate drew input from West and Southern states with many Republicans and Democrats weighing in on potential impacts and voting intentions.
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