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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1927

Page

8

Date Set For Snyder Gray Execution In January

United Press reports Albany court fixing the week of January 9 for the execution of Ruth Saver on Money Juryd Gray, condemned for the murder of Albert Snyder. The high court refused retrial, Governor Smith may grant mercy, but clemency is rarely issued after a unanimous appeals court verdict.

United Press Albany Rith Saver Gray Mbert Snyder Sing Sings Chiles Smith Alice United States Supreme Court Lkely Pit Haseen Snyder-Gray

Davis Fails On Gridiron Yet Shines In Jazz

Kmile Rockne, Notre Dame coach, tried to mold Charlie Davis into a football star, but Davis finds his genius in jazz. Davis, grandson of Mrs. Marc Crowley of West Frederick street, leads the Indiana stage band in Indianapolis while expanding his repertoire beyond hokum to classics and original works.

Davis Great Rockne Kmile Rockne Notre Dame Charlie Davis Marc Crowley West Frederick Street J Dut Charlie Iitvia Indianapolis Rockne Kaute Rockne Charlie Nevis Jarey P Watling Rockne al H Roberto Jeader Indiana Rackne The Publix Annabel Lee

Erie Youth Convicted in Involuntary Manslaughter Trial

Robert Smith a 19 year old Erie youth was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter by a county court jury Judge U P Rossiter ordered Smith held on $1900 bail and to appear for sentence November 28 An investigation is planned by Sheriff deputy Leroy Search into Smiths conduct on the stand the verdict followed the September 10 crash on the Cambridge Springs road near stop No 1 with Joseph Grignoll the killed youth in the car Joseph Harber a second boy was not charged

Erie Robert Smith U P. Rossiter Smith Leroy Search Cuty Twdge Rossiter Verdic Smith Joseph Grignoll Cambridge Springs Stop No 1 Joseph Harber Smithy Sink Byaungl Lini

Former patrolman Graham found guilty of payroll murder

EW YORK Nov 23. "Lonesome Dan" Graham must face the electric chair for the murder of payroll guard Juison J. Pratt who was killed during a payroll transport carrying 4700 dollars. The jury delivered a first degree murder verdict after 18 hours of deliberation. Graham, a former patrolman, had been assigned to guard Pratt. Pratt was killed while Pratt carried a payroll for his company. Graham had requested relief from duty and was later arrested after lavish spending and a new car purchase.

York Lonesome Dan” Graham Juison J. Pratt Graham Pratt Her

Doctor Gave Her Mixture To Stop Coughing Spells

A description of a woman plagued by a harsh cough, neighbors staring, and morning phlegm. She recalls a doctor prescribing Linonine a flaxseed and eucalyptus tonic touted as superior to cod liver oil. The ad touts Kerr Chemical Co and Brentwood Maryland for larger bottles, with a note about room and board in classifieds.

de. Hares DR. Shadwell Hille Tove Meeoigh Kerr Chemical Co Tery Chemical Coy Brentwood

Mother's Friend aids expectant mothers in birth prep

A vintage notice promotes "Mother's Friend" as a pregnancy aid praised by three generations. It urges using the product to ease childbirth and offers a free booklet "Things to Know Before Comes" with plain envelope secrecy. Sold by Bradfield Regulator Co. in Atlanta, Ga, and available at drug stores nationwide.

Bradfield Regulator Co Aulanta, Ga

Man Smothered Under Grain in Erie Elevator

Erie reports a death at a grain elevator at the foot of Holton Street as William Murphy, 261 East 6th Street, was found smothered after being missing for ten hours. Coroner Daniel Janley announced the investigation, noting Murphy had been moved from the docks to help unload the Harvey Brown grain carrier.

Erie Weiag Wm. Murphy East 6Th Street Pennsylvania Hol Vian Street Ghkin Daniel Janley Murphy Senator Pennnsylvania Harvey Brown Munday

Darken Hair Naturally with Sage Tea and Sulphur Compound

Old time remedy improved with extra ingredients promises to restore natural hair color. Apply nightly with a sponge or brush, using a small strand at a time. By morning gray fades and hair looks thicker and more lustrous, with a youthful appearance. Available at drug stores or home mix for 75 cents.

Wyeth

Poor of City to Be Remembered Thanksgiving Aid Planned

The Corry lodge of Elks and the Salvation Army will distribute baskets of food to about 35 needy families in Corry and nearby areas for Thanksgiving. School children donated food, with twelve baskets set for distribution and arrangements to aid 52 families at Christmas in the city and vicinity.

Elks and Salvation Army Corry Christus Army Vity

Stars Outnumber Humans In The Sky

The Topeka Daily Capital notes the scale of the universe with a figure of 80 billion stars, contrasting with human census efforts. The piece ponders humanity's insignificance in the vast cosmos and the futility of counting stars versus people.

Topeka

Well Known Spring Creek Resident Dies at 63

A well known Spring Creek resident, Dejuins well kervawet, died after five weeks illness at Corts hospital. He was 63, formerly of Spring Creek, a longtime employee at Aubotteldermay milk Plant, and a member of the Congregational church. Survived by son Walter and other relatives. Funeral services set for Saturday at the Congregational church with Rev. Sturdevant officiating. Interment in Spring Creek Cemetery.

Spring Creek Corts Hospital Aubotteldermay Congregational Church Spring Greeks DeJeans Cory Iew Sturdevant Wilhiery Spring Creek Cemetery

Historical Society Holds Regular Meeting at Library

The Historical Society met Tuesday afternoon in the Library Building. Members responded to roll call with Thanksgiving sentiments as the president read a card from Wilcox describing Florida climate and scenery. Mrs Tooke reported on present day world events and others read on Thanksgiving before adjournment.

Weeny Yyeeuns Uyueenistorical Society NIWT Wilcox Tooke Rive Fingame Kinenieh

Quaero Club Members Entertained at Nellie Waitt Home

Miss Nellie Waitt entertained the Quaero Club yesterday afternoon at her home with a regular weekly session. Mrs Sarah Powell shared an interesting story as the group observed Thanksgiving sentiments and roll call responses during the gathering.

Nellie Wailtt Onuere Club Abite Regulan Sarah Powell

Entertainment Notes Preview for Tuesday Night Event

A social Waggoner show is announced for Tuesday November sixth with a light, informal program. The item hints at a general mood of doubt about ongoing fan turnout but promises a brief, informal gathering with audience engagement.

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Goveror Smith Dan” Graham the National Bank OF Corry Federal Reserve Bank Historical Society R. F.bender Quaero Club Dlswicht Waggoner Avery Fan Toyland J. A. Lanston N. Center St Chevrolet Che Alessio Sk Chevrolet Mint Corry Motor Sales Company W. E. Bricker MGR East Main Street Corry, Pa Eb Nysserr
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