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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1920
Page
1
Governor Cox travels through Oklahoma and Kansas denying charges that the League of Nations is misrepresented by political opponents. Reports indicate focus on labor conditions and the international body amid a Western tour.
An advocacy group urges a formal school of instruction to improve election practices. The proposal focuses on educating voters and officials to uplift pilots, reduce confusion, and expedite election board work by better training and processes.
Federal agents cracked a large liquor ring in Pittsburgh with a raid at 109 1th street, seizing whiskey and grain alcohol valued at more than 900,000. The operation targeted illicit whiskey distribution linked to Lucit Wovre and Falcon United, amid ongoing prohibition enforcement.
Auto racing events delayed as the Warren Deslors Amodlation announces nine postponements. The rearranged program will be held tomorrow, with the main race slated for October.
Babe Ruth sustained minor injuries today after a mishap during an athletic event between Bforidée and Woltingford. Reports indicate cuts and bruises but no serious harm. Belth will speak at Jantoweera on the Delphyr 10 speaking program.
United Press dispatch from London reports the British cabinet plans measures to end violence in Ireland. Major General Maudslay and Secretary Greenwood would be summoned to explain actions as Sinn Fein supporters in uniform alleged police reprisals are investigated. In Dublin, a constable and a sergeant were killed and two wounded in an ambush attributed to Irish resistance amid ongoing turmoil.
Unclear dispatch reports a Republican speaking campaign halt. The note from Wastlengdon cites an unnamed party leader saying he will not take further engagements under the National Committee’s auspices, with details gleaned from a local correspondent.
British industry sources report a nationwide miners strike postponed for another week after receiving information that prevented immediate action. The Slograph company stated it understood the strike had been delayed and echoed assurances from labor leaders.
United Press reports a further price reduction by the Hares Motor Company affecting Locomobile models and related lines. The note cites discounts of substantial amounts for standard and allied brands, signaling ongoing price easing in the auto market.
Victor Spots and Walface Powers were arrested Wednesday in Weighitaville for robbing the Boardman Brothers general store. They appeared before Judge Nice Brava in Columbus and were bound over to the next Warren County term with $300 bail. Also noted: B. S. Masterton, once living in the city, is described. Edinboro man died accidentally after a drowning incident.
An unnamed 42 year old man Greenspan was arrested in a Brookyn building vestibule after admitting knowledge of the Wall Street bomb plot. He claimed recent U S arrival from Tonish years ago and refused further discussion. Police found anarchist literature in his room and old threats on the walls.
The text argues that achievement is the purpose of a Chamber of Commerce and must serve the city as a whole. It warns against promoting the selfish interests of a few and stresses that vision is essential to lasting success for any public spirited enterprise.
A woman was struck by a car on East Main near Hotel Phoenix and rushed to Gresley Hospital with multiple injuries including broken ribs and a head wound. Witnesses credited driver Lil born Greeley with not being at fault, saying the pedestrian stepped into the street suddenly.
A severe rain storm struck Metropolis last night blowing down poles and wires, uprooting trees, and disrupting streetcar and trolley lines across the metropolitan district. Minor injuries were reported, with damage severity yet to be tallied.
United Press report from New York says Kings County district attorney Link found no substantiation of a plot to corrupt the Brooklyn club. He questioned players and officers, promising to continue interviews with Charles Hobett, president, and manager Willert Rotluson, as more names are expected to be mentioned. The probe paused as players could not appear today.
Inkrymen dairymen launched a cheese plant to relieve a milk disposal crisis caused by condensaries. A Dairyman's League meeting at Spiy's Hall with about 100 attendees approved plans to supply the plant, install separators, and boost output to meet local demand within days. Executives from J B Clark to Cr Pollette were named to oversee operations. 10,000 pounds of milk were expected for today as capacity doubles in a week.
Rail freight wreck near Sherman delays several trains. Buffalo and Pittsburg, along with other Pennsylvanian lines, rerouted via Brio at night. Injuries reported. game postponed due to impact on rail service and scheduling. Local railroad officials confirm disruption spread across lines.
Fragmented text from The Corry elithis notes confusion over a planned Sunday game with Kruata at Warren while reporting a despondent worker in Pittsburgh and a murder charge in Romanian Rowmanian context, with several garbled names and places.
Polish forces report continued advance against Bolshevik units in the Gewborg region. The 65th and Szvh divisions are said to have broken through, with capture of Lida and occupation of the railroad at Saray after Russians fled. About twelve thousand prisoners and valuable materiel are said to have fallen into Polish hands.
A reward totaling 7,000 has been posted by William A. Kiffer, father of George W. Klinger, who was shot near Busti on Saturday night. The prize seeks information leading to the arrest of the murderers. An additional 1,007 reward from Taustown chauffeurs is pledged if arrests result. No new developments were reported by authorities in the hunt.
Voters urged to register by tomorrow for the November election with Warren G. Harding as the sole candidate. Polling places open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. enforcement urged. The notice condemns failure to comply with registration and hints at social issues surrounding prohibition and political alignment.
Jury in federal court at Erie awarded 12 050 to Mrs. Ellen Barry of Jamestown for the instant death of her husband John Barry, struck when a yard engine collided with a switch at Jamestown. Verdict against the Erie Railroad supported by attorneys Kincaid Brooks English and George Davenpert.
The Wo mans Relief Corps district in Pennsylvania held its annual convention at the State Armory in Franklin with 75 members from Corry and nearby towns. Dinner was served by local groups, and Dory was chosen for the next convention.
Fragmented notice reports a fatal fire injury linked to a bed blaze. The text mentions a wedding in Smethport with names Aibbey and South, carried out by Rev Edmonds, but many OCR errors obscure full details and dates. The piece blends oblique social notes with unreliable, garbled lines about related events.
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