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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1925
Page
1
A United Press report from New Orleans notes a broad peace pact backing and a strong church led critique of divorce. The Episcopal committee denounces divorce as a social evil and urges a proactive program for youth, calling for church leadership and cooperation to strengthen marriage and family life.
Sharp letter from Dr J King Secretary of the Commonwealth and member of the State Patan Board accuses a district official of false statements and incompetence in pardoning Albert Parelli. Gardners protest cites evidence and calls out alleged misconduct as the press reports home visits and proximity to the case. Separate dispatches note European peace talks progressing toward a final arbitration pact in London with signs of broad alliances and anticipated signatures.
Two men were taken into custody today in connection with the shooting deaths of Miss Latimer and Jane Sears near Kenosha. The suspects, identified by the sheriff as suitors of Latimer, were found with a car nearby and faced questioning, while the victims’ bodies lay beside the roadside.
Rex Manufacturing Company sold to Robert J White of Oil City by William Jewell who completes sale of the confectionery store on North Cone Street. White will take possession Monday and operate the business with Jewell joining as partner to run the new venture on East Main Street. Grinding and repair work will be done at the plant for the immediate future.
Scranton Pa Oct 16. Reported comments from leaders of the district anthracite mine union suggest support for returning to work on an arbitration basis. District No 1 hinted they would not comment to avoid provoking a response from officials at Harrisburg.
About 300 teachers marched to Erie for a three day Northwestern zone institute of the State Education Association. Corry schools were not in session to enable professors Harold Wolfe Jessie Grey and W. M. Pillsbury to address the sessions alongside local educators.
The U S Post Office announced plans to begin five new air mail routes within ninety days to connect major hubs with the transcontinental system. Contracts were prepared, aiming to place the routes in operation two months after signing, covering over 4 000 miles with two daily round trips and mandatory flight minimums for pilots.
The listing outlines tonight's radio lineup featuring Wean New York PM East of Standards with Billy Jones and Ben Net Hape, KOW Portland at 10 30 PM, Pacille Heinditch show, Central Standard Turner's Society Concert, KPKEN, and WGY Schenectady with WJZ New York at 7 40 PM, Easter Standard Musical Comedy.
Manager Frank Moran of the Mote Corry announced that opening dances will be held tomorrow in the dining room of the new Hoxterry from 9 to 22 o clock Roy Larsey and his orchestra will provide music and the public is invited.
Survivors testified at the Charlestown navy yard inquiry about the collision between the City of Rome and a submarine. Dewey Kile and Alfred Geier recounted sinking events near Block Island with details of lifeboats, gas smells, and crew actions as the inquiry reconvenes.
The American Federation of Labor convention at Atlantic City urges abolition of the railway labor board citing futility in resolving transport disputes. The gathering also calls for a professional investigation of the Bell Telephone System over alleged grip and arrogance.
Superintendent L J Kelly urged Hy water users to submit detailed figures on the latest water rate raise by the Hydrous Water Supply Co. Consumers were asked to send water cards and support data to City Council as officials seek a readjustment. Some households report boosts up to 30 percent with other classes seeing higher increases.
Washington October 165 Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Andrews today approved appointments made by Prohibition Administrators. Charles S Whiting was named assistant administrative charge of permit work at Roanoke Virginia and John McGovern named attorney for Buffalo, formerly assistant lis Stelet attorney of Heifuly.
Three African American men held up J Alexander paymaster of the Cochrane Corporation near Norristown Pennsylvania and escaped with an 8600 payroll in a handbag. Officials say the payroll consisted of checks drawn on a Philadelphia bank and the bandits headed toward Philadelphia. Mrs Frank Wood and granddaughter Edna Louise Wood traveled to Clymer for the day while Mrs WC Kooman of Clymer said she would visit the city.
Walter Tive 46 of Hydetown died at Titusville Hospital around 2 a.m. after injuries from a late May auto crash west of the city. He was taken to the hospital by bystanders. the other vehicle fled the scene as police launch an investigation.
Atlantic City reports William Green unanimously elected president of the American Federation of Labor session. The executive council is chosen, with Frank Harriogton and William Matheson as delegates. James Connors named vice president and fraternal delegate to Canada. Great enthusiasm marks the leadership transition from Samuel Gompers.
Police and sheriff officials report a bandit sighting in Washington near Astoria and the Columbia River area. The suspect, Tor George "Dglly" Anders Soupal of Gerald Chapman, is wanted in Indiana and believed to be moving toward Mwaca via South Bend authorities.
Oct 16 report alleges violation of the Mann act by Alberto Pani Secretary of Finance for bringing Mexican actress Gloria Paike into the United States. Debates in the Chamber of Deputies follow as Amado Frenges urges notifying the President. Further investigation underway with details unclear.
Erie October 16 1926 the 1924 Pennsylvania State Sabbath School Association convention selected Reading as the site. Percy J Craig of New Castle was reelected president with James A Lansig Scranton Ives L Harvey New Hope J W Vickerspan Bellevue and others named state directors and officers elected for the year.
Field trials at the A IL Watrous farm north of the city draw an expected 300 dogs entered. Beagle rabbit and fox hound events start at 8 o’clock with trials continuing throughout the day. Organizers include Paul Hlukestee Spartansburg R H Van Tassell and W Watrous in charge of cool dog trials H E Watrone and Harry Lyong chair fox dog events. Refreshments will be served on the grounds as sportsmen anticipate one of the biggest local outings in years.
The Prince of Wales arrived at Spithead then Victoria Station in London after a voyage aboard the MS Repulse to Africa and the Americas. Crowds numbered in thousands greeted the royal return as the Duke of York and Prince Henry joined Portsmouth ceremonies and Princess Mary awaited the royal train.
Funeral services for Hiks CP Ferris were conducted by Rev. A Martin at Plym Presterian church at 2 PM Tuesday from the Wade home 170 Wright street. Burial was in Pile Grove cemetery with bearers Finch Caldwell Downie Mattison Merten Leach. Relatives and friends from out of town attended including Roy Ferris Eric Ferris George Dowdby Gay Ferrin A L Marttiser Tine Ferris and others. Spring Creek CO Hornstein Jett left this morning for Meadville on business.
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