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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1926

Page

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Storm and remodel plans shift use of Benidr High auditorium

Storm and cold wave sweep eastward prompts limited use of the Benidr High School auditorium. Superintendent A W McCoy proposes extensive remodeling to allow school programs only, including widened aisles, new exits, fire curtain, and emergency lighting. Board weighs feasibility and future access for public gatherings.

Benidr A. W. McCoy Meadyiile Supeignor Mes Coyting Audi McCoy Havinie Auditoriain

Two Die One Hurt In Erie Auto Wrecks

In Erie, an eleven year old, Nova Johns, was run down by a motorist J. J Spacher and taken to St. Vincent's Hospital after injuries in a crash. Addie Woods of Bunn Valley died after a brain operation aimed at relieving pressure following injuries from a September automobile accident in which her husband was killed. Leroy Shepherd, 25, of Cambridge Springs, died at St. Vincent's Hospital from injuries after a vehicle he drove overturned on the highway.

Univen Nova Johns St. Vincents Hospital Julien J. J Spacher Erie Addie Woods Bunn Valley Nose Hux Gan Tocal Woods Fileté Consciousnais Leroy Shepherd Cambridge ‘Springs St. Vincent's Hospital Cambridge Springs Josph Véach Panda Wily Lely

Radio thief given sentence in prison

Ryn Stoddard known as radio thief received an additional sentence of less than two years and not more than five years in Auburn prison after pleading guilty in Mayville Supreme Court to third degree burglary and second degree grand larceny. He had earlier drawn six months in Monroe county penitentia ry for stealing a radio set from a Remus Point garage. The case involved multiple stolen sets linked to Louis Kelsey and Glen Ruggles, with authorities citing ties to a wartime city dispute and an automobile purchase default.

Ryn Stoddard Tory Auburn Supreme Court Mayville Edward R. O'Malley Stoddard Monroy County Remus Point Varius Aubury Tiogin Monroes Louis Kelsey East Main Kelsey Glen Ruggles Columbus Phantangia SIU

Westward Ho Grounded Off Liftshoro Light

Miami dispatch reports the steamship Westward Ho run aground two miles south of Liftshoro Light. Tug Warbler, with Captain Show aboard, stood by and efforts to refloat the grounded vessel were under way.

Miami Fla United Press Westward Ho Warbler

Rotarians To Join Erie Club In Joint Meeting

Corry Rotary Club members will join Erie Rotarians for a dinner meeting in Erie next week. Ed Kelsey of Toledo will address the group. Corry members and their ladies will attend, replacing the regular Tuesday session. A December 14 visit by District Senator Joseph Hanley is anticipated with plans for entertaining the district leader.

Corry Rotary Club Erie Rotarians Erie Kelsey Toledo Corry Club Gorry Club Yanifouteny Edinboro State Normal School Corry Nau Lester Strohim Lucile Murray G. W. Aburnhnobst Dunkirk L. J. Albrecht Cleveland Cory Cory Rotarians Are Looking Forward Fn Keer City Joseph Hanley Finley Perry N. Y Hull

Dennis Cas Delayed in Prohibition Case and Related Matters

The VeNus prohibition case did not go to trial this afternoon with District Attorney Davis reporting. The Corry bodtloner was expected to face trial Wednesday. Theodore Holligter's case for allowing a drunk driver to operate a vehicle also not taken up, with a plea of Guilty not yet pursued. Joseph Nemit of Belmont, New York, attends services for his sister Mia Edward Met, held this afternoon.

James Venus Apanil & Delage Davis Aithough Bolie Way Corry Bodtloner Theodore Holligter Fiplliater Joseph Nenit Belmont N.Y Mia Edward

Izaak Walton League Rally Held in Corry

The Corry Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America held its annual rally at the East Main street hostelry with a supper and a session. G J Shafer was renamed president, Ralph Ely vice president, and G A Gilson secretary treasurer as officers were reelected. Honorary president WE Wright, a famed local sportsman, was named and praised for conservation work. The chapter endorsed the Anti-Partition bill and condemned vandals destroying property near fields, while plans discussed for dam repair at Lake Columbus and funds to rebuild Simicttire next summer.

Corry Walton Leagie America East Main Street Shaffer Cove *Ry Winder G J Shafter Ralph Ely G. A. Gilson Sind Freasurer WE. Wright Wright C. L. Pitchford Lake Columbus League Teast Wiltoh Cate Ghinter Tiong Willis

Amateur Athletic Union Plans Policy Discussion in Baltimore

United Press reports in Baltimore that amateur athletic leaders will meet to discuss policy after an invitation by Murray Hulbert president of the organization. The meeting aims to chart future directions for the association and address governance matters.

United Prom Baltimore Pnat Dion Vere Saratelay Murray Hulbert

Derry School Board approves routine matters and repairs

Reports to the Derry School District Board show 85 072.01 in the treasury as of November 2 and tax figures around 895 000 in property tax. Per capita assessments hover near 25028 with 12 491 uncollected and 15 579 due for district payment. Board members Monroy Loveland Hillstrom and Mrs. E C Barnes attended. A Valley Camp Coal Company request to raise to 6.0 cents per ton was referred to the property committee. Auditorium and junior high needs, repairs, and railing plans were discussed. Superintendent Dewey filed a routine report including 58-59% October attendance and new equipment orders for the Commercial department. Funds transfers and rental rates for the Junior High Gymnasium were adjusted to allow class work at 3.40 per hour. The meeting proceeded to bills and adjourned.

Derry Board of Education Ogra Bon Utica Wetool Treasury G. J. Gordon Messrs Monroy Loveland, Hillstrom EC. Barnes Valley Camp Coal Company A. W Macoy Geiger Dewey Ishino Sekoo Genera

Youth Freed of Slaying Youth Freed of Slaying

Charles Wise known as the fresh air kid walked free after a jury acquitted him of the murder of 15 year old Niba Vion, a case that marked the youngest defendant to stand trial in the county. The verdict came at dusk with Wise leaving the courthouse for a new home and life.

Vaneureess Montigellg Charles Wise Niba Vion Fenehér Burl

Radio Features Tonight From WIC WGN WJE And More

Today’s five best radio features present a mix of classical and symphonic programming. Musi in Hartford offers a D A exploration at 8 PM Eastern. Central orchestras and European tour highlights air on WGN and WJE with performances and guest conductors.

WEAP Houp Musi Wic Martford Ardl WGN Chicago Gentral Wje Bastic WAEAQ Gayral Women’s -Semphons

Nine Die On Crossing In Houston Morning Tragedy

Nine persons are killed and 25 injured in a crossing disaster in Houston this morning as a Southern Pacific train approaches a level crossing. The incident involved a crowd awaiting a debut of riders at a local event.

Sy United Rre Houston Tey Southern Precilie Nexrods

Paul Harvey to Speak Here on Thursday

Paul Harvey former publisher of The International Interpreter will lecture on The Latest Phases of Our International Problem under the Woman's Club April at Hotel Derry. Admission fifty cents for club members and a public audience is invited.

Hotel Corry Woman's Club Paul Harvey Interational Derry Harve Harvey Oue Institute of International Politics Williamsport International Chamber of Commerce Chautaucqua Institution Chautauqua

Daugherty to Be Retrial Amid Delays and Conspiracy Claims

United Press reports a retrial date for Harry M. Daugherty and Thomas Wye Miller, former Handing administration officials, likely to be filed next Tuesday. Judge Julian Wy Mack set December 10 as the trial start after defense arguments claiming witness delays in Germany. the pair face conspiracy charges related to misused services and the handling of approximately seven million dollars in American Metal Company assets.

United Press NEW York Harry M. Daugherty Thomas Wye Miller Julian Wy Mack Furcdl Germany Daugherty Miller

Pleads Guilty In Ohio Case Draws 750 Fine

Criminal proceedings against Geo W Stone and his company dropped in common pleas court at level after Stone pleaded guilty to two charges of violating Lie Ghia binesky law. He was fined 750 by Common Pleas Judge Starn in Cleveland. Former Wooster resident Stone led the Stone Co collapse, with several associates nolled or pressed as prosecutors drop seven remaining counts.

Geo. W. Stone Commonn Pleas Fevel Stone Ohio Common Pleas Starn Wooster Cleveland Court Stone W Cotiity Grand Jury George W. Stone Co Stanton Nolles Bex

Veterans Concert Ahead as Tax Cut Plan Draws Fire

Veterans prepare for a concert before the ball as President Bridge's tax rebate proposal encounters opposition from Senate leaders and key figures. Norris and Borah attack the plan, arguing surplus should reduce debt rather than cut taxes. Republicans and Democrats see politics in tax relief amid treasury surplus.

Paul R. Mallon United Press Washington Bridge Treasury Congress Norris Republica

Armistice Day Dance Plans At State Armory

Lieu. A. W. Thompson and Veterans of Foreign Wars members arrange a concert at the State Armory before the Armistice Day dance. Ralph Munsee chairs the cancer committee and lists program selections including solos and dances by Misses Costello, Rita Ressler, Myra Betts Fance, and Miss Garie Johnson. Larson's orchestra will provide music. dancing ends around 1.00. War souvenirs will be displayed at Williams and Nichels Insurance window from the Corry chapter.

Lieu. A. W. Thompson Veterans of Foreign Wars Vta State Armory Ralph Munsee Cancer Committee Myra Betts Fance Costello Rita Ressler John Boland, Jr Juartette Carolina Rose Tare Comects Biey Oleh Larson Anvsie Dancity Post Williams and Nichels Insurance Office Corry

Uncle John Urges Cal to Return to Farm

Washington November 9 Uncle John Wilder voices support for Calvin Coolidge returning to Plymouth Vermont to take charge of his farm after touring the nation in vaudeville style to entertain the White House. He praises the president’s hard work and notes Coolidge looks better now and should stay active on the farm.

John Cal United Washington John Wilder White Horse Calvin Coolidge Plymouth Vermont Joni White Howe Wes Uncle John Ihi White House

State Probes Herrin Clash In Double Murder Inquiry

Williamson County faces a broadened double murder probe as State's Attorney Arlie Boswell orders the coroner to delay the inquest into the Colp killings of Jeff Stone and John Milroy until more evidence is gathered. Mayor Stone and companion were slain by machine gun fire, suspects fled by car. the report hints a wider scope than planned. Also notes Jamestown to Westfield motor bus service opening on Chautauqua Lake's west shore.

Thearres Herrin Williamson County Soroner Yor Jeff Stone John Milroy Colp Arlie Boswell Bell Mayor Stone

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