Fragmented Local Notice Points To Public Sale
A damaged newspaper fragment mentions a public sale action with readable names and local officials. The legible parts reference police, officials, and a date, indicating a scheduled sale or legal notice.
20 Oct 1927
Page 1
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1927
Page
1
A damaged newspaper fragment mentions a public sale action with readable names and local officials. The legible parts reference police, officials, and a date, indicating a scheduled sale or legal notice.
Washington reports show Assistant Secretary Finney testifying he was told to withhold data on the Teapot Dome case. Evidence includes letters about leases, with Finney stating he acted under directions from Fall in responding to Interior Department inquiries. Trial focus shifts to whether Fall orchestrated actions to shield a conspiracy to defraud the government’s naval reserves.
By United Press MORTA Fagal Island Azores Oct 20 The German Junkers plane T1220 which was due to leave here early Monday will probably take off for Newfoundland tomorrow first reports say the craft intended to depart for Nesws gufdland and could move toward the north Atlantic weather permitting
Radio guide lists five top features airing tonight across networks. WMAQ Chicago and WOR Newark are among stations highlighted with diverse programs. Listings include program identifiers and times, guiding listeners to a varied late evening lineup.
Senator Fess Sures Ohio Republican says President Coolidge is displeased with draft talk for 1928 renomination. He quotes the president as opposing a forced draft and hints Coolidge might refuse renomination if pressed. The exchange centers on whether a convention will name Coolidge or whether a draft could compel him to run.
Community paper reports expansion of Boy Scout activities in the city with a new troop formed at Emmanuel Episcopal Church Parish Hall. Jace Griffiths named Scoutmaster with John Cochrant as assistant, as Erie visitor M Pettengill endorses progress and outlines next steps for troop planning and broader council development.
Ruth Elder and George Haldeman, American trans Atlantic fliers, landed at Ponta Delgada in the Azores after a Lima crossing. A large crowd met them, they toured the island by car, and Elder wore a blue suit and fashionable cap, drawing admiration.
Members of the Corry Woman's Club held a business session with President Cronin presiding. Announcements covered a November 3 card party chaired by Mrs Harrietough, and a potential visit by Milton Werk, renowned bridge expert. Reports on state federation elevates were given by Mrs Crouis, Mrs Barney, and Mrs Lories. The Girly current events department will meet at Mrs Rose Rincard's home Wednesday at 10.
Roy Herbert Thatcher, sought in Warren for worthless checks and car theft, was reportedly seen near Gary by a Warren man. Police spread notices with Thatcher description, a barber by trade, six feet tall, 160 pounds, dark eyes and hair, blue eyelids, driving a new Star Landau. A Erie Railroad delay affected train arrival. exact cause unclear.
A school board in a wartime trial stood firm against British propaganda in curricula and libraries. Former judge Frederick Dausman testified that England uses propaganda to undermine American unity. The session involved superintendent Wim McAndrew’s suspension and testimony about controversial articles and library associations aiding Britain.
J J Beret and D L Graysu presided as Erie Railroad traffic and operating officers wrapped up a two day convention in Cambridge Springs. The final session focused on general discussions, with aim to improve public transportation service. About 120 officials from territories including Toronto, Canada, New Orleans and East Coast centers attended, using a special coach to move the party from Cambridge Springs to Meadville.
In Pittsburgh on Oct 20 the three union glass cutters strike ended. Workers returned to jobs under the old wage scale with a one year agreement. The Glass Cutters Union renewed its wage scale at 42 cents per box for single strength glass and 47 cents for double strength. Gillofts amendment kept the old scale of 37.8 cents for single strength and 41.2 cents for double strength.
Pittsburgh October 20 Pitt and Carnegie Tech student councils plan rules to end painting signs and street slogans such as Beat Pitt or Beat Tech. Those who persist face disciplinary action under school regulations.
Erie won the bid for the next session of the Grand Encampment with an unanimous vote and will host the convention in DuBois. The approved slate includes Grand Patriarch George W. Morton Renovo and Grand High Priest Louis C. Schauble Erie, with other officers from Philadelphia Pittsburgh Shippensburg and more. A new outside sentinel vacancy was filled by Van M Cull Philadelphia as Joseph W. Derr resigns after 20 years. The Patriarchy Militant and Encampment sessions proceed amid rain and a 49 candidate class led by Leroy Chidley Benedett.
Members of the Kiwanis Club heard John H. Martin describe the recent district convention held in York. D Warren DeRosay spoke briefly about a Erie club visit and compared its business program with Corry’s. Special music by the orchestra accompanied a large gathering at the Hotel Corry.
Investigators trailed the burning auto on the Rivery Lake road near Hurting. Chief Tipton and Deputy VanGeen coordinated with Pennsylvania license clues and a Sherman contact to identify the car’s owner and further the inquiry into possible foul play or arson.
A group of Polish boys and girls south of the city organized a juvenile band and hold Saturday rehearsals. Directed by R S Chepel of Ene, the band has twenty two pieces and new instruments. Parents and neighbors express interest and hope the group grows into a real band.
The Masons plan a Halloween party at their temple club rooms on North Center Street Friday October 28. Larson's Orchestra will provide music and light refreshments will be served by the Indies of the Easterd Stap.
The Columbus office of the Erie Railroad is under the supervision of agent Frant T. England of this city. England will conduct duties of the agent at Columbus along with his local work. The change took effect for day.
Flood conditions spread across western and central Pennsylvania as the Allegheny, Susquehanna, Juniata and other rivers surged. Authorities warned 10 feet stage on the Susquehanna near Harrisburg, with Newport and Towanda also posting rising levels. Property damage loomed along rail lines, waterways and basements flooded in Pittsburgh, Greensburg, and Philadelphia suburbs, forcing evacuations and transport disruption.
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