21 Nov 1924
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1924
Page
1
The widow of the late president died this morning after years of illness and public ordeal. The death follows a long period of convalescence and public attention surrounding her husband’s death and the events after.
United Press reports Marion obituaries detailing Mrs Flor Harding who died after a long illness. The former First Lady Warren G. Harding endured a career marked by public esteem and private hardship. Observers noted the nation’s sympathy and the presidential circle paid tribute to her life and strength. Continued on Page 7.
Jury in the Lamberton Davie bribery case discharged after a week of deliberation. The panel reportedly stood seven to five for acquittal, with one juror ill. Foreman William L. Lockhart led the Beaver Falls manned jury as proceedings paused amid renewed uncertainty.
London reports a royal government move to press Cairo for complete satisfaction following the assassination of Sir Lee Oliver Stark, governor general of the Sudan and prince of the Egyptian army since 1910. Stark died in Cairo from wounds after Wednesday street attack, creating a tense situation in official circles.
George Clark of Columbus Township reports teased acreage and farm land in Columb and nearby Pittsfield townships may be opened for oil and gas rights. Officials say test wells could be drilled next summer after years of dispute and consideration of waivers and land use.
Seer on Washington reports Wheeler, head of the anti saloon league, claims 600000000 lions of government alcohol have reached bootleggers this year. He estimates the market value at 5 million dollars, with whiskey at 50 percent public content. He says the alcohol was diverted from storehouses by manufacturers posing as bona fide industrial users.
The Baltimore Post intends to contest a federal suit over publishing income tax returns. Attorney Thomas Le Silos and partner Newton D. Baker plan to move swiftly to trial. Eleanor Ames Mead has returned home from visits to Louisville and Indiana.
Reading November 21 report details an unknown arsonist who for five weeks set fires at High farm and nearby properties in Burke county destroying crops, buildings, and $26 000 in property. police remain without clues as to the arsonist identity.
The Hesey School board plans a special December session to decide on a proposed trade school. Dr P W Stichrow outlined a part time cooperative system for vocational education, detailing costs and equipment while answering questions from the board. Action on the proposal is anticipated at a December meeting.
Schwab predicts a bright era for the United States amid prosperity worries. He comments on national confidence and upcoming election plans during a visit to Pittsburgh and remarks attributed to Andrew Carnegie era events.
Frank P. Litz announces the acquisition of Crapser Grocery on East Main Street and will move operations to the South Center Street site, with plans for a long term retail business and shop facilities. The move follows years of local operation and expansion in the Arlington area.
The La Enforcement League led by Dr T. C. Shaw former Corry pastor secured a victory in a Sunday closing campaign at Rice Wesleyville last night. Two peatroom proprietors pleaded guilty, were fined, and promised to stay closed on Sundays in the future.
Dr. C B Kibler heads to New Haven for the Yale Harvard football classic expected to draw a 75 000 plus crowd tomorrow. The premier gridiron clash pits Yale against Harvard in a marquee rivalry.
President Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge send condolences to the Wardings family upon Mrs. Warding’s death. They note her brave fight, pride in her courage, and the lasting memory of her helpful friendship to the nation and President Harding's administration.
Progress continues on the Cor ry express station with the contractor starting roofing work. The new station is slated for completion and occupancy in early May December.
Corey’s Community Players staged Three Live Ghosts at the high school auditorium to a large audience. The comedy blends British and American figures as ghosts believed dead return, drawing laughs from a cheering crowd and earning praise for direction and cast.
At Lincoln Park bridge in Youngstown an estimated $517 800 in Liberty Bonds and other securities were found by three workers from the Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company Postmaster E Westwood took charge of the fortune Investigating officials suspect an auto bandits gang stole the bonds and hid them after a robbery spree with further arrests anticipated
Radio stations WEA New York WEAT Boston WIZ New York and others present the Navy Band concert and a Yale Harvard musical clubs joint concert. The schedule includes a Pacific Anniversary program from WNAQ Chicago and a University of Wisconsin rally at KSD St Louis with the Sixth Infantry Band in the 8 PM slot.
Seven burned buildings at Plymouth yesterday left five dead as police found a battered moonshine still among the ruins and a barrel of mash. Neighbors heard an explosion before the fire swept the Sheralo hotel, where the victims died. Coroner Thomas ordered a public inquest.
The jury in the Meyer Gall ential prohibition case failed to reach a verdict after 17 hours of deliberation. The judge sent jurors back to continue as the defendant, Meyer Goll, was held after recent arrest by state troopers amid countywide attention.
The French government approved a 100 million dollar loan arranged by J P Morgan & Co. Finance Minister Clementel to present a bill for ratification. The bill contemplates a 26 year loan and bond issuance. Miss Emms Crook returns from Girard where she visited May Faulkner and Miss Noble.
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