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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1912
Page
1
A fragmented query explores the meaning and embodiment of strength in varied contexts. It contemplates how resilience, power, and integrity manifest within individuals and communities, inviting reflection on the nature of true strength beyond mere force.
Erie May 27 1 p m A. Mook Raymour Taylor and J Thompson Warren county commissioners testified in Andrew s murder case refuting Erie witnesses William Messenger and Tonoph Thor The Warren county testimony tended to support the defense and contradicted the Commonwealth witnesses Judge Walling sustained objections during a voir dire while Starr Babbitt and J S Mayer the Warren undertaker corroborated timelines The court room remained crowded with a Warren delegation visiting to support Andrews as jurors were housed on the hotel’s third floor under guard and meals provided in a special dining room
In Hrre Pennsylvania on May 1 the direct case for the defense closed and Commonwealth rebuttal began as John M Andrews faced rapid-fire cross examination. Prosecutor Cochran pressed facts about P H Hall while Andrews resisted and the court ruled on probes into motive and note for 2000 pounds. Proceedings adjourned with juror scheduling and anticipated continuation noon today.
The Corry bowlball team won its first Sunday game at the Fair grounds against Warren by 1 to 1. The event drew strong church opposition from Methodist, Presbyterian and Havint groups. A police-assisted committee pursued possible arrests under an 1875 act banning sports on the Lord's Day, but no immediate action was taken. A large crowd attended with orderly conduct and a special police presence.
Fire destroyed Mrs Lillian Warren’s home on Vine Street in the Third Ward Sunday afternoon about two o’clock. Neighbors aided as clothing and a few household items were saved. Victim’s pocketbook with money was taken by a suspected thief. authorities seek the culprit. The Warren family, left destitute, receives community aid offers such as food and clothing.
New York reports professional forecasters expect Senator Root to be named chair of the national convention by the committee and ratified by the convention despite Roosevelt opposition. Willem Barnard Jr. and other NY Republicans argue Root’s leadership would unify the party, while Dixon and Roosevelt supporters doubt his chances. Other names like McHenry, Hurley, and Johnson are floated as alternatives in Chicago discussions.
Moonavelt begins final day of campaign in New Jersey as he tours towns from Morristown to Princeton and nearby stops. He plans speeches across multiple towns urging support for his presidential bid, with expected stops and events noted for the day.
The fragment suggests a dispute over what he likes in territory beyond President Hib bes's jurisdiction, implying a claimed or limited authority that does not extend to that area.
May 27 report from Washington states Hil li Root denies any plan to decline the role of temporary chairman of the Republican National Convention in Chicago. He explains Roosevelt campaig n managers circulated false claims and confirms he accepted the designation after committee notification.
Roosevelt declares he would have won more states under preferential voting and accuses Taft managers of deliberate maneuvers to defeat the will of the people. He cites missed opportunities in 38 states versus 11 and points to campaigns in Washington Kentucky Indiana Michigan New York and the South.
In Blairstown Frelinghuysen Township a woman milking a cow died instantly when lightning struck a barn during a severe storm. Her brother James Corin was knocked unconscious, later crawled to the cow to find her dead, and remains paralyzed with injuries possibly permanent. The region suffered significant damage from one of the worst storms in memory.
A severe May storm drenched the northern state for two days, disrupting early cherry shipments and ending strawberry shipments for the season. It ruined much of the Sacramento valley hay crop and is described as the heaviest May storm in years, affecting California agriculture and transport.
A fragmented promotional notice urges wives and daughters to persuade husbands and fathers to order pumping or lighting from a local firm. It claims ready installation and references "JohuwOR Brie, Pa." as a source.
Automobile owners who will use the services of the G A R on Memorial Day are requested to notify Mayor L. Sine at 124.
Fragmentary ad text shows a request for more girls for a local venue on an 94 floor area. The garbled lines reference hiring and venue location with unclear specifics. The readable bits suggest an employment or staffing notice for a night club event.
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