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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1923
Page
6
Two young men and two women were arrested on charges linked to a staged hold up and robbery of cab drivers. Victims reported being beaten and robbed of cash and cigars after an apparent ruse. Police named four alleged accomplices including James Mendeews and Michael Kelp, with residences in Cleveland and Pittsburgh.
United Press reports shocking overcrowding in New York City housing as the State Housing Commission resumes hearings. Testimony shows New Yorkers sleeping in shifts, with bedrooms occupied around the clock and every room used for sleeping, highlighting severe home conditions.
Families faced high rents on River Side Drive as overcrowded housing rose. Readings show each apartment housing three to eleven people, with many units doubling up to cover costs. Local officials consider remedies to ease crowding and stabilize rents.
Mexico City October 16 United Press reports Know Madero a former general in the army of Pancho Villa today entered the race for the presidency in the coming elections Madero is brother of the assassinated president whose death brought Huerta to power in Mexico
Jacob Frans and Katherine Carey were feted at a family gathering last evening at 21 Spring Street. The dinner for fifteen members featured two birthday cakes to mark their ages. After the meal, guests enjoyed music and gifts.
Reported Sunday night burglary spree hits three West Side homes of prominent families. Items seized include cash totaling about 470, wrist watch, rings, children’s furs, automobile keys, and a minister’s key. Police suspect an organized gang as methods matched across cases.
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