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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1925

Page

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Sterrett Wins School Director Contest in Local Primary

In a heated primary race two thousand votes were cast with Major Sterrett carrying the city and Corry by large margins. Campbell, Monroes, and Shier factions split support as Loveland faced a strong challenge, leading to Sterrett’s party victory and a reshaped school board.

Werdily Cory Sterrett Corry Harry Moomy Sherit Suttle “Rossiter MT. Davis Mista Vher Sterratt Liehulf Moony Ag Bolts Sterrete Wilhie Democratic Fairlawhy Willie Woit Wwe Deeaik Shier Willis Voue Campbell Jim Sar Moe Tou Mr. Loveland Board of Education Loveland

Blind man battles for assembly seat

In a district race Louis Seinepel, a blind man on the Democratic ticket, challenges for the state assembly seat. The contest centers on his bid despite his visual impairment and party backing.

United Preas Louis Seinepel Aheat Democratic

Radio Features Today and Stations Listing

Today’s five best radio features highlighted across New York and nearby markets. Notable station IDs include WOO WCAP WIAR WWAR WGR WWJ and WECO OP. Program notes mention Wor Af Rasusni progress and a WOR Newark talk on aircraft by Captain Anton Heinen. WLS Chicago airs at 8:5 P.M. Central with the Chicago Little Symphony Orchestra iral-string Quartet.

New York WOO WCAP WIAR WWAR WGR WWJ Wor WECO WBZ Springfield WGY Schenectady Newark P.M

Sterrett Wins Erie Sheriff Race by 2000 Majority

Special to the Journal Erie November 4 Major Thomas G Sterrett, columnist, elected sheriff of Erie County by an estimated 2000 majority. Sterrett carried Erie by over 4000 votes, winning nearly all precincts. Harvey M Wil lis defeated Joseph Leshie for county controller. Harry E Wagner reelected treasurer.

Journal Erie Najor Thomas G. Sterrett Yi Tits Ere Counly Harry Moomy Sterrett Tivich Pol Mmade M Levant Davis Liarvey Mt Willis Joseph Leshie Harry E. Wagner

Columbus Township Voters Reject Road Bond Proposal

Voters rejected a road bond proposal by two votes, approving up to 20000 for two miles of concrete highway on a cooperative plan with state funding half, county and township quarters. Affected sections include the bridge east end and the main road north of Manwarren toward Clunis. Returning officials and other township results are listed, including Cunningham for Judge of Superior Court and Eddy for District Attorney.

Polymbus Loch Puie Clunins James Woodring Columbus Superior Court Cunningham Ney Eddy Wilder Whiting Lowry Rensink Dodi Trisket Hindley Ewer Wickwire

Republican wins in Boston mayoral race

Complete return from yesterday's mayoralty election shows Malcolm E B Nichols Republican won from ten candidates with a 22 756 plurality. Nichols received 64 718 of about 181 000 votes. Glynn and Curley candidate James M Curley ally finished second with 41 959 votes.

Boston Malcolm EB Nichols Theodore A. Glynn James M. Curley

Four Kentuckians Die In Election Quarrels

United Press reports from Kentucky recount fatal election clashes. William Gilbert and a man named Maples allegedly dueled at High Spring near Martins, fatally wounding each other. Another fight at Bagby Station near Whitesburg left one dead and four wounded. Robert Goss of Poor Fork was shot by Robert Dayidapany near Harlan in an election incident.

Louisville Noy Borw William Gilbert Maples Matlin Bagty Staton Whitesburg Robert Go

Bracken Wins Mayor Post in Close General Election

In a tight general election Bracken led with 1919 votes for mayor while city comptroller Wales tallied 1703 votes and Leach received 1746. Frank Loveland and D. B. Leach won all nominations for commission positions amid widespread support.

Corry Olin W. Bracken Frank Loveland D. B. Leach Elett Bracken Charles Wales Leach Jack) Loveland

George Gordon Re-Elected First Ward Alderman

George Gordon won re election as First Ward alderman in a bitter race against Charley Merrow. Gordon secured a large majority with 318 Republicans and Tl Prohibitionists backing him. Merrow had 108 Democratic and 24 Socialist votes. The First Ward turnout was strong and the Tipst Ward vote was also heavy.

George Gordon George N. Gorrlorw Alder Ely Gordon Charley Merrow Jwise Allérman Tl Prohibitionis Merrow Tipst Elbo

U S Destroyers Ordered to Beirut for Precautionary Duty

U S destroyers Lamson and Coughlan near Alexandria were requested by the State Department to proceed to Beirut Lebanon as a precaution amid the Swan situation. Consul Paul Knabenshue in Beirut notified the department of an immediate need for their presence.

Washington U. S Lamson Coughlan Alexandria Paul Knabenshue Beirut Syria State Department Aldrin Gueattar Roabenshye Department Meirut

No Trace Found of Crew of Lost Yacht Sunny II

Rescue ships and fishermen pressed search for three missing men from the yacht Sunny II of Wilmington Delaware after it was believed burned off Cape Hatteras ten days earlier. The Bunny carried Secretaries and officials from Wilmington on a Miami run when contact was lost.

Vassels Carolina Sunny Wilmington Del Miami WG. Taylor Jelawire Pincey

$75 000 Loot In Daring Hold Up At Vandergrift

Vandergrift police pursue three men who robbed Janes Waithour, a passenger for the Vandergrift Savings and Trust, of a satchel containing 375 000. The bandits leaped from a Hudson touring car, struck Waithour, and escaped toward Pittsburgh as bystanders watched. Waithour, age 25, was to deposit weekly funds in Pittsburgh when attacked at the station. Police from Greensturg and Pasharracks joined the search.

United Press Vandergrift Weasinus Landits Janes Waithour Pnssenger Vanderwailt Savings and Trust Company Waithour Mittsburgh Panyay Walthour Greensturg Pittsburgh Walthiur Vanedergrift

Mitchell May Be Denied Use Of Testimony In Court Martial

War Department and Navy Department witness list and defense clash over 74 subpoenas. Mitchell insists he is not guilty and will not change his plea. Public defense counsel Frank R. Reid argues the case hinges on the conduct of the trial and admissibility of testimony.

Mitchell Washington Wiliam Mitchel War and Navy Departments Tempe Tores Attehell Repre Frank R. Reid

Woman's Club Lecture on Forestry Tonight at Junior High

Charles Maguire of nee will address the Woman's Club during their meeting in the Junior High School auditorium this evening at 7 30. The program follows a business session and the talk promises to be informative for members high school students and Corry teachers and others interested.

Charles Maguire Iiie Cluh Priory Juniée High Corry

Torek Freed of Assault Charge by Grand Jury

Ernest Tore, jailed for liquor law violations, was discharged by the Erie Grand Jury on assault and battery charges. Costs were charged to the county. The case stemmed from a liquor raid last spring involving federal agent Edward Smith.

Torek Ernest Tore Erie Mounts Erie Edward Smith George Snell Elton Clare Totay

Wheeler Says New Jersey Vote Not Indication of Wet State

Wayne Wheeler of the Anti saloon League says the New Jersey outcome does not prove a shift to wet sentiment. He notes election of governor elect Monta reflects enforcement focus, not broader prohibition changes, and criticizes Governor elect Moore's stance on Volstead Act reforms.

Anti-Saloon League Moore Jersey Chicago AL Harry Monta Nott New Jersey Wayne Wheeler United Press Today Voters of Wheeler Caf Paikn Congress Wheeler Coy. Edwards

Arcade confectionery store partnership change notice

Announcement records Philip Jeffrey purchasing Theodore Nicholas interests in the Arcade confectionery store and restaurant on North Center Street Meg Teffies will partner with his brother John Jeffries while retaining his own interest. The establishment expands its daily business lines under new ownership and leadership.

Philip Jeffrey Abe Theodore Nicholas North Center Street Meg Teffies John Jeffries Liu Frank Gaving

Chapman Named Warren Burgess Wins Burgees Race

In Warren Crawford county the election yields show Dr Lo Chapman defeating Greenlimd for burgess in a highly contested race. Carlson was reflected mayor of Tumestown and the bond issue for the burned school building carried at 90 000. Unofficial returns list Samuel A Carlson for mayor and Chapman ahead in the burgess contest.

Chapman Warren Burgess Carlson Burgess Warren Pqmestown Samuel A. Carlson Malor Tumestown Tevarlas Minere 7 Jobnenes Ssville Che Bond Sehour

Passengers Injured As Liner Rides Gauntlet of Waves

The unarmed liner Berenparia arrived Southampton Saturday with about 25 passengers injured as 70 mph winds and high seas battered the ship. Flooded dining rooms and damaged furnishings valued around 1000 dollars disrupted passengers as the crew fought to secure the vessel and prevent further harm.

United Press Southampton Berenparia Sodluy Ward Salon

Believes girl slain despite death by own action verdict

PILA DEFils reports the jury believes Anna Newhix 25 was slain not by her own action despite a police theory. Karl Wagner 28 says they planned their wedding and found in Champi bushes. Anna, a domestic who came from Wortemberg Germany ten months ago, died from poison.

Pila Anna Newhix Linkila Karl Wagner Anna United States Wortemberg Gers Mmany

Right of Father to Kill Cripple in Court

Twelve jurors are chosen in a district court to hear the case of Dr Harald Blazer charged with ending the life of his severely disabled daughter Mate To Blazer, who has been labeled an illegitimate challenge to life since birth.

Littleton Olo Noy Harald Blazer Blazer

Tammany Hall Wins in Jersey Election

Practically all Klux Klan endorsed candidates were soundly defeated yesterday. Stith carried amendments if New York State. Election result underscores Tammany Hall influence and shifts in political power across the region.

Tammany Hall Jersey Stith New York State

Philadelphia Candidate Dies as He Is Elected

A Philadelphia candidate died as ballots were counted in the election. Across states strong wins emerged for candidates linked to reform and racial issues. In New York and New Jersey elections, governors and mayors faced a climate of tension and shifting party lines amid reporting of extremist group activity and unexpected upsets.

Philadelphia New York City New Jersey A. Harry Moore Arthur Whitney Ku Klux Klan W. Smith Detroit Tharles Bowles Klay Gane Trenre Ford Wits Smith Havfale Rose Gravee Louisville Wiliam ‘S Bakers Tore O'Neil Trastile Arthur Will Jit Hinghaminn Charente Pook Charles Yeomans Hanter Kian Tailiserapolis John L Duvall Walter Ni Ste Malin B Nichols Rey Cay Allimg Mie Julia Pratt Nina Pittsburgh Werime Wis John gSuvacuse

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