22 Nov 1928
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1928
Page
1
Reading shows a damaged listing for rental and utility notes, referencing heavy equipment, rooms, electricity, and street details. It mentions monthly rates, dates, building units, and positions, with scattered numbers and place names indicating a public housing or rental ad from a mid 20th century paper.
A garbled preface hints at an event: Walden sits at 181 while a Double Shington premium looms, potentially Monday, with unclear venue and specifics.
Partial, garbled text mentions relatives and a husband, with names and dates unreadable. The item appears to be an obituary or family notice but lacks coherent data to identify individuals, locations, or exact event details.
Chicago dispatch reports a mulatto named Harry Gonsha held under guard in a Chicago hospital awaiting Omaha detectives. He was captured by fireman Alfred Samuelson after a struggle in which Gonsha attacked with an ax, received a blow to the head, and fled with $15 in a drawer. Omaha police were alerted that an ax murderer terrorized the city, with three victims slain and two others wounded.
New York shares surged with Wright Aero leading gains up more than 54 points to a record 250 18. Other industrials like Curtiss Aero and Radio Corporation climbed while profit taking trimmed prices later. Traders noted rapid tape flow and a late tightening of odd lot transactions as the market cooled after a brisk rise.
City Council and City Solicitor Blaine Kinania inform state fire authorities that the Hewitt barn on Mill Street is in unsatisfactory condition. Demolition of the structure is now expected, with Attorney W. L. Benke reported in charge of the property as the case draws city interest.
In Gallipolis on November 22 a strong gust capsized the steam er Charles R Wilson. Captain Loyal Wright chief engineer John Huber and the cabin crew of ten including two women escaped in a yawl. The vessel valued at 40000 dollars.
An ammonia tank explosion at the Pittsburgh Plate Glass plant in Barbertown injuries at least eight workers as a safety valve failed. About forty men were in the process department when the tank ruptured, with others believed buried under debris. Hospital reports later warned that at least four of the injured could die, naming Louis Reese Frank Gerwick Paul Underwood and Mr Shaw among the injured.
President Coolidge prepared a concise message to Congress stressing economy and urging action on farm relief, Boulder Dam, naval needs, and the antiwar treaty. The item notes anticipated support for a 15 cruiser naval bill, sugar duties, and limited sugar imports, with emphasis on avoiding deficits before June 30, 1929.
Citizens National Bank reports a rise in its Christmas Savings Club distribution with about 45000 to be paid early next month. The 1025 sayings club closes November 20 and arrangements for next year’s opening are under way. This year’s payout marks an approximate 5000 gain over 1927, with continued annual increases noted by bank officials. The 1928 dues open December 3, and 1838 savings checks will be distributed December 3, while figures from the National Bank are awaited for final totals. The distribution aims to boost holiday shopping as the season nears.
Indictments charging Edwin Flick former cashier of Pleasantville National Bank with burglary and larceny were among the true bills returned by the Venango County grand jury yesterday. The indictments prepared by Dan B Goodwin Albert J Thomas and others were presented Wednesday morning with six cases set for trial before Flick.
The Erie city authorities were ordered by the Public Service Commission to compensate David Schlosser 35000 dollars for property damage caused by elimination of grade crossings on several railroads across multiple streets. The Schlosser firm's claim for damages to property on Sassafras Street was rejected while compensation for damage to a dwelling and land on Fifteenth Street between Sassafras and Penn streets was approved.
George Jones, chairman of Standard Oil Co. of New Jersey, died early today in a New York sanitarium after weeks of illness. A frequent visitor to Corry, he stayed with Mrs. Wesley H. Howry and visited residents here, with funeral services planned in Titusville for Joseph Seep. Jones, hospitalized since late September for abdominal ailments, had a blood transfusion recently and his death followed a relapse. He joined Standard Oil in a minor role years ago and became chairman in November 1929.
Snow shovels return to use as a light to moderate snow event blankets streets and sidewalks. City awoke to inches of snow with flurries and intermittent sunshine through the day. Temperatures rose from subfreezing overnight conditions, bringing slushy walks and cautious pedestrians. Weather forecasts suggested an early end to the unsettled spell.
Local officials and the Dairymen's League in this city urged dairymen to increase daily milk output to meet a regional shortage. Telegrams requested an extra 2000 pints daily across districts, aiming to stabilize tomorrow's supply and prevent a market shortfall through the coming summer.
Kiwanis members heard a Erie man recount an incident when he was struck by a Pennsylvania Railroad train at the Bh Street crossing. He and a companion were carried about 200 feet with minor injuries. Both were taken to St Vincents hospital.
George K Pimley of Brie spoke at the Kiwanis luncheon at the Hotel Corry on The Constitution of the United States. He described his Europe trip and the high regard Europeans hold for Amelia and the Constitution. The program featured Miller Shoop and his mother with trombone numbers and Miss Harvey on violin, with Alice Messenger accompanying. Guests included Davidson and Wilson of Bank of Pittsburgh, Mr. Girard of Erie, and C H Spitter. The meeting drew a large crowd and was warmly received.
Ralph Saraceno, arrested on a warrant from Warren County police over a forcible detention charge involving a girl under sixteen in a roadhouse, was released after charges were withdrawn. He was to face a hearing before Justice Stark Nelson, but the withdrawal led to his release.
Radio schedules show five top features across networks. Listings include Columbia NBC WABC and WIZ networks with time slots from morning through evening. Details are fragmentary but indicate program names such as Milady's Musicians and Song Shop with regional times.
New York November 22 The Artmutiny accusation marks another day of testimony against the Lampert crew in the government inquiry into the Vestris disaster. Walter Brows aide to the Department of Commerce and Captain Johnson testified about crew actions and ship conditions as passengers repeated charges of mismanagement and failed SOS signaling.
A freight train derailment on the Allegheny division of the Pennsylvania Railroad near Brocton last night detoured Train No 812 and delayed its southbound run for several hours. Rain likely contributed to the incident, with trains diverted via another line and arriving late today.
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