22 Nov 1923
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1923
Page
1
Measles cases rise in the city with several new infections in recent days. The Health Department notes the outbreak began in the eastern section and spread southward, affecting schools visited by agents of the Education Department.
Brookhart plans to press a Senate inquiry into the alleged sugar market manipulation by the sugar trust. Senator Smith W. Meockbnet of Iowa leads the push, aiming to uncover what critics call a snumipsization of sugar prices that spiked to 60 cents per pound, costing Americans an estimated 600 million dollars.
Greensburg dispatch reports Amelia Hoyer and Mary Nicholsly, both 18, acquitted of murder charges in separate cases. In Wilkes-Barre, Hughkowekiy walked free after an eight year old testified about a wife shooting her husband and herself in the family kitchen.
A Philadelphia prom party reported the theft of valuables and antiques valued at 250000. A detective agency offered a 5000 reward, up to ten percent of the value, for return of items. The robbery occurred about a month earlier and involved a high value gem and other artifacts.
Washington dispatch reports Major General Maody Mo Patrick warns the Army Air Service faces critical conditions and deterioration. calls for prompt action, higher appropriations, and a stronger frontline air force. Navy moves to build up naval reserve aviation to supplement squadrons in war zones. Congressional debate expected.
The grand jury in Hartworn investigates malpractice claims and prepares bench warrants for arrests of alleged quack doctors who used forged diplomas to practice. Suspects are placed under surveillance as the statewide probe resumes.
Chancellor Stray mannii announces lifting the state of siege proclaimed recently while police guard the Reichstag. He thanks America for interest in the reparations problem and warns foreign powers the world would stagnate if Germany's wounds bleed.
Paris commentary says the accord on German armaments and crown custody is temporary and driven by political needs. British and French leaders face opposition at home with critics accusing the pact of being a ballot tactic to aid Baldwin and Pollackes during a looming election.
More than four hundred parents and friends toured Corry public schools last evening as all buildings opened from 7 to 8 pm to observe Education Week. The High School drew twelve visitors while the touch building reported 191, theCon lelor 115, Fairview 66, Walton Street 60, and East Main Street 2. Dr and Mrs Kibler returned home after visiting Brethren.
Superintendent Aghaoliy Mematrect and the Board of Education discuss draft plans for a new junior high school in New Castle. Architect Archinect submits schematics showing a towered structure with skylights, auditorium and gym, seating limits, and window lighting. Construction aims to reuse existing Wright Street property with site work and reported progress toward completion.
Medina county authorities cite confession by Lucille Renner that Ku Klux Klan investigator coerced her into sending threatening letters to Frew Thompson, a missing Ohio farmer. Prosecutor Weber said Renner admitted writing two letters after Thompson disappeared October 20, with the Klan allegedly planning to drive him from the county.
A letter to the police claimed a backroom gambling operation and a small poker game were run at a West Main Street joint with a fish market front. The site was visited by officers but no evidence of gambling was found. a resident urged action and offered to provide further tips.
Parker Cramer, Clarion flyer known for past passenger runs, escaped serious harm in a fogbound landing attempt. while flying from Bradford to Clarion he circled to regain bearings, narrowly avoided houses, and crash landed in a tree on the Irvin Farm near Reidsburg with minor damage to the plane.
Indiana Senator contests for the GOP nomination aiming to curb Hiram Johnson in the free for all. He would even oppose Coolidge if needed to gain the presidential bid.
Fragmented report recounts Senator Tinatron and Waliington's entries and party leaders in Washington weighing a challenge to Calvin Coolidge. It notes debates over Indiana delegation, unity warnings, and the risk of siding with Jamison faction.
Reports indicate a surge of applications for auto title certificates this week at the city notary office. Officials warn that the high volume risks delays as applicants rush to complete required documents before the November deadline.
Fort Worth Texas Nov 22 Doctor Wiederigk A Poole and associates face appeals after guilty findings for misusing the mails in an oil promotion scheme linked to Petrolust Producers Association Poole sentenced to MM years and fines while treasurer Wood Smith and others receive multi year terms and fines in a broad racketeering case involving investors across the United States.
Berlin reports a sense of relief as Germany agrees to the Paris conference terms. Observers note the accord centers on restoring German military control under an interallied mission tied to the Versailles treaty. Prince Friedrich Wieder is mentioned among figures cited in discussing the potential implementation.
Corry Game Club held a dinner at Stivebird restaurant with ten members present. Fred Meeriom returned from a hunting trip in Canada and Dr G. Fe. Bennett spoke about experiences from the northern woods. Members listed include Des, G. J. Bennett, Kibler, Wy Graham, H. A. Curtis, J. M. Hodges, GH. Brooks, Wesley Piro, AL Jacobs, CN. Jones and Fred Hones.
An OCR fragment notes Mrs Harrold of Americas Georgia as President General of the United Something of the Confederacy with a ceremonial mention of a November date. Details are sparse and OCR unreadable.
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