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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1913
Page
2
Authorities report a complaint to the district attorney about a recurring poker game run in a local social club. Erie officers were said to be involved yesterday, though not confirmed. The complaint allegedly came from the wife of a young man losing heavily, with at least one club trustee resigning amid the inquiry.
The No 1 7 club and Company A held a dance Thursday evening at the Armory. Attendance was smaller than hoped but the event was highly enjoyable. Dancing lasted until one o clock, followed by a luncheon prepared by Mrs Hoenes. Music by the Eastern orchestra of six was praised as the finest in Corry for years. A future party is anticipated.
A strong rumor in Marquette Mich suggests Theodore Roosevelt versus Geo Newett editor of Iron Ore could settle without going to a jury before Monday. Roosevelt’s attorneys deny the report when questioned by correspondents.
United Press reports Secretary Burleson criticized the Republican regime in the Post Office Department. He revealed portions of the Postal Survey Board report alleging misreporting by former Postmaster General Hitchcock to create the impression of a $200,000 surplus when the actual deficit was $750,000.
Tokio May 31 The foreign office is preparing a long message to be cabled to Ambassador Chinda in Washington. Upon receipt at Washington it will be turned over to Secretary Bryan. Americans in Tokyo await the message and the advisers of the Mikado deal with the California Taud bill.
Hhirhilo May 21 Writz Green Wald a Buffalo Ball player for the Holland N Y team died today. He was being taken to a Buffalo hospital for an operation after a game accident. A foul ball struck him on the head yesterday fracturing the skull and injuring the brain.
Joo the Milllbells family dog belonging to the late Matthew Mulheirmn was struck by an automobile yesterday morning on North Center Street and killed after injuries. The pet had tracked a daily route to places once frequented by its deceased owner since his passing several years ago.
United Joss Greensburg May 14 The accused James McBrad a farmer, linked to the death of Grace Johnson, will seek to prove his alibi that he was absent from home during the time of the crime. Relatives of the fifty one year old suspect defend his innocence as the investigation unfolds.
A May Norfolk report notes several missing and presumed dead after a tornado. Rescue teams found capsized craft on Tarbor Creek, with at least two confirmed fatalities and ten people unaccounted for. Naval yard property sustained minor damage while authorities assess the broader impact.
Mr P F Hunt died about six past six Thursday evening at his home on First Avenue. He was seventy eight, had heart trouble, contracted pneumonia this week, and his relapse led to death. He was a long time businessman and widely known. Survived by his wife and a few relatives. Funeral at home Monday 9:00 and St Thomas Church 9:30. Interment in St Thomas Cemetery. Flowers omitted per request.
A horse driven buggy dashed onto a sidewalk near Lewis confectionery after a train frightened it. The young farmer and his girl companion were thrown from the rig. the man suffered a badly bruised leg and the girl endured bruises and shock. They left the fractious animal in a local livery and returned home by other means.
A boy named Henry Nantes was running across Main Street when a dog trotted beneath a bottling works wagon and leaped, tearing his left arm near the shoulder. He was taken home and given attention. doctors said the injury did not seem serious or cause alarm.
Major J. B. Brown spoke at Dunkirk yesterday delivering the Memorial Day address in the Opera House. A large parade preceded the services with hundreds of Dunkirk school children taking part in a pantomime depicting the song Star.
A Memorial Day program highlighted a May Brown solo performance of the Spangled Banner and a strongly delivered address that was well received by attendees according to reports on the day’s events.
School Bonds for sale offers or subscriptions addressed to the undersigned will be received up to June 16 1913 for any part of fan issue of $20,000 Corry School District Bonds bearing interest at 4 per cent free of taxes dated July 1 192% due July 1st 1983 or at the option of the school District after one year from their date. The Bonds will be issued in denominations of $200.00 each. Interest payable semi-annually, No offer at less than par will be considered and the right is reserved to reject any or all proposals. R. He Palmer, Treasurer, Twl
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