Hare on track for opening game in November
Fragment readable mentions a postponement and a venue change. Key names or groups not clearly readable. The text hints at scheduling and location details for an upcoming event.
23 Nov 1928
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1928
Page
1
Fragment readable mentions a postponement and a venue change. Key names or groups not clearly readable. The text hints at scheduling and location details for an upcoming event.
United Press reports Chief Engineer Adams testifies that firemen deserted their posts as the Vestris sank, leaving engineers unable to maintain steam. Investigations continue with District Attorney Tuttle and Commerce Department hearings detailing passengers' fear, lifeboat moves, and the captain's final moments.
New York officials announced the stock exchange will close tomorrow to allow brokers to catch up on bookkeeping. The New York curb exchange will also be open for stock deliveries and member depositories will remain available.
Four bandits robbed the First National Bank of Trafford City pulling about 15000 in cash. A Duquesne yard master named Kimmel was captured after a pursuit by police and the stolen money was partly recovered as investigators tracked the car through McKeesport to Duquesne.
The Stanford Hose Company appeals for support on Thanksgiving Eve Ball ticket sales. Funds fund the Breen’s children’s home and other activities. past year responses have declined, especially from chain store managers. If support drops, a paid department may be needed, increasing tax burden.
Radio listings highlight five features across networks. WIZ NBC presents Great Moments in History at 7:00 EST followed by a Wrigley Review at 9:00 EST. WOR Columbia lists The Story Hour at 10:00 EST with additional opera and service hour segments.
Glasgow dispatch reports the crew of the Herrin ship were rescued by the Danish steamer Estonia after heavy seas and darkness hindered aid. The Anchor Line Transylvania stood by as a severe northwest gale and heavy seas prevented launching lifeboats. the Herrinwijk was enroute to New York.
Nine members of Troop No. 2 and Scoutmaster Harry Sower visited Cambridge Springs Troop No. 1 for a scout work demonstration in the high school. After handwork demonstrations and a play on scout tasks, they enjoyed music and refreshments at Mrs. Smith’s home.
Reports from city markets indicate scarce native turkeys for Thanksgiving with prices around 65 cents per pound. Local traders warn supply will be tight, though enough birds may remain for communal dinners as farms face unusually low yields this year.
Overnight freeze left roads glazed with ice causing numerous near misses and minor crashes. Police investigated a crash at North Corry with a masked stop sign at Columbus avenue and another skid near Roosevelt Highway where drivers avoided serious injuries.
A large Lincoln, carrying Jamestown men on the way to a football game between Carnogie Tech and NYU, skidded off the highway near Whevlock and struck a tree. occupants escaped with minor injuries. coach Dentoh Moon and three others were in the car. Moon intended to continue to Pittsburgh in a following Jamestown car while the others traveled by train.
The New York Stock Exchange witnessed record highs in forenoon trading before a late afternoon retreat. Gains ranged from one to 12 points with a rare move exceeding 50 points in some cases as tickets dried to the bare quotes and sales activity lagged. Federal Reserve news: Harrison elected Governor of the New York Fed, succeeding Strang. Robert Sweet, visiting with his parents in New York, studied at the University of Alabama and Ohio.
An explosion from a spark filled a Mars Company gasoline unit at a Hampton station, causing a fire that burned nearly three hours and ruined about $50,000 in property. Firemen from nearby towns battled the blaze, using water to curb fumes and prevent spread. The Mars Company, a subsidiary of United Liberal Gas, runs one of western Pennsylvania’s most modern gas and gasoline plants.
Philadelphia mayor Harry Mackay announced the resignation of Harry C. Davis as Director of Public Safety and named District Attorney Schmield as his successor. The move follows a police corruption probe linked to underworld activity and a broader intent to have the police department cooperate with the district attorney’s office. Senator-elect Ware and Republican leaders commented on the reshuffle amid ongoing investigation.
Lt Mendezight leads a Seaplane flight voyage funded by South American goodwill. They will fly from Jacksonville to Colombia via Puerto Barrios Guatemala and Colon Panama, covering about 1 040 miles to Bogota, weather permitting. The mission honors Col Charles Lindbergh and involves Todhunter and Carleton at Export Corporation.
State Highway Department in Harrisburg opened bids on nine projects including a 31 mile Tidioute Road construction and a major bridge in Warren County. Ninety bids were submitted with Work Engineering and Construction Company of Warren County among the low bidders for a $425,779 concrete section on Route 93 at Limestone Wat son Pleasant and Brokenstraw Townships. The Tidionte highway is slated for construction next year.
President elect Herbert Hoover relaxed on the Maryland during a November voyage, watching deck golf and Ben Hur films chosen by Hoover. Ambassador Mietelsen impressed sailors with his play as the party planned a reception in Corinto Nicaragua for Hoover and Diaz, while shipboard field day showcased deck maintenance and discipline.
London reports that King George III’s condition deteriorates with signs of infection and weakness. Doctors describe the illness worsening as crowds gather outside Buckingham Palace and a royal bulletin confirms the decline.
Worcester G H Gordon continues campaign against delinquent school and county taxpayers. Payment warnings were served in recent days. Tax collectors report better response as assessments are heated up. similar drive is under way in Erie against county delinquents.
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