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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1926
Page
1
Dispatches from Matanzas describe hundreds killed and towns damaged as a rail station and surrounding areas were destroyed. Estimates place losses around 40 million dollars with Acho Lima and Havana provinces reporting severe disruption and disappearances in Batabane City. The full toll remains unknown due to interrupted communications.
Lyons store at Beaverdam was ransacked Wednesday night or Thursday morning. Authorities said clues are sparse and focus on a potential loot stash of small items and money. Beaverdam police and city investigators examined the scene for hidden cash and other minor valuables.
United Press dispatch from Florida reports a deadly storm caused high tension wires to fall, killing three people and injuring three. Victims include William Bagel 8 who was electrocuted while in water, lineworker Al Ledoux and an unidentified firefighter. Further details incomplete from the damaged text.
Seven persons miraculously escaped death when a double bomb exploded destroying a home. Scene was cordoned off as police feared further unexploded devices. Investigators suspect a planned bombing. residents Rosa, his wife, infant, and Pharles Ross family were in affected rooms.
Olu Welleius and son Kei Welles caus completed a deal late yesterday for the purchase of Maeker Bakery on East Main Street taken over by the new owners today Mr Welles formerly owned and operated Corry Baking Company selling this business and moving Northumberland They disposed of the eastern Pennsylvania property and returned to this city The new owners will manage the bakery while Mr Hackerl from St Marys retires to that city Plans were mentioned for new business ventures
The Journal publishes a request from Veterans of Foreign Wars members in charge of Halloween celebrations. They seek details of planned parade entries for next Saturday evening including plants decorations and decorated automobiles. Submit by sending forms to Harry Spicer, parade committee chairman.
Veterans of Foreign Wars announce plans for a Hallowe en parade with prizes for best and second best overall vehicle. Entries include automobiles and fanciful floats. Details on staging and judging are to be announced.
United Press reports Harry Greb underwent a medical operation at a private sanatorium after injuries from an automobile accident. He remained unconscious shortly after the procedure, with condition described as serious but stable pending further updates.
A Kane County jury ruled that Charles Gustafson died from injuries after a wagon was struck by an automobile driven by Alburt Pelivan. Gustafson, a farmer near the wreck site, died at Kane Summit hospital around midnight Wednesday. Pelivan faced no charge as the incident involved a walking man and a team of horses on the roadway.
Indiana Senator James E. Watson testified in Indianapolis that charges he struck a deal with Ku Klux Klan officials for presidential campaign support in 1928 are absolutely false. The inquiry, led by Senator James A. Reed, questioned alleged Klan activity and private meetings involving Watson and others in Chicago and Indianapolis.
A sparse attendance marked the Keystone carnival held at the State Armory last night. Receipts failed to meet expectations set by the committee, which had agreed not to press for full mercy. A checkup on the team party was conducted today and an announcement was held, with delays noted in resolving how Amieh would be tallied.
Pledges for the Community Chest total about 3100 with more expected as organized committees finalize calls. A general rally is planned before Monday, with pledge cards distributed in factories to boost contributions and support a year long emergency fund for nursing, hospital care, Salvation Army, and other services.
A secur meeting at the Corey Motor Club will be held in the municipal building tonight to discuss proposed revisions of the club bylaws. Changes cover rule and regulation updates for club administration and organization affairs and a report will be submitted at the meeting for consideration at the November gathering.
In Altoon Pennsylvania a family tragedy unfolds as three young children die in a house fire while a mother and another adult are severely burned. The blaze started while they attempted to escape, with the Hertford County celebration of the incident noted in the report.
About 150 parishioners and guests from Waterford gathered at Emmanuel Episcopal Church to mark the fifth anniversary of Bishop Joh C Ward’s consecration as head of the Erie diocese. The program featured greetings from Rev Post and others, a solo by Mrs Rolla McCray, and remarks by Bishop Ward and church leaders outlining diocesan progress and future missions.
Six gunmen robbed a New York night club early today, taking cash and jewelry valued at $20,000 from 12 patrons and staff. Proprietor Beank Timpone was knocked unconscious as the raid unfolded, with guards and bystanders reacting to the assault.
Sea Yori October 22 Judged J Gary of US Steel foresees potential four way concordat between European and United States steel makers. He said an international conference could iron out competition and foster a fair understanding. He noted demand not shrinking and current orders at about 80% of normal capacity. Crop reports suggest production near 1995 levels, with adequate labor and satisfactory credit conditions.
San Francisco and surrounding areas were jolted by three earthquakes this morning. Windows shattered at the Palace Hotel and the Imperial Department Store as tremors disrupted city services. no lives were lost though some trolley wires and phone service were briefly interrupted. San Jose Salinas Monterey reported stronger shocks further south, but little damage.
A single quarantine order is in effect in the city for a suspected diphtheria case. Health Officer GW Dunkle states observation quarantine has begun, the patient is not ill, and two serous results are expected. Statewide, typhoid fever totals 99 cases and diphtheria 198 for the week ending October 10. Measles 15, scarlet fever 7, pneumonia 19, tuberculosis 101, and whooping cough 411 reported. In Pittsburgh, $240,000 cash sought by a motive to obtain Liberty Bonds. Knapp and wife detained after claims of robbery. Authorities doubt the robbery tale. Knapp charged with conspiracy, larceny, embezzlement, and fraudulent conversion. wife charged as an accessory.
Philadelphia report of a salesman who killed himself in his car with a pistol. Police noted powder burns and a bullet wound. a pistol was found in his pocket. Chicago dispatch reports John G. Shedd, 70, chairman of Marshall Field and Company, died after a week of illness following an operation. his death was attributed to complications from surgery.
WBAL Baltimore at 10 P M features Today's Five Best Radio with WBAL and WLS Chicago at 8 P M central plus KDKA Pittsburgh at 8 60 P M eastern. WSM Nashville presents an organ recital at 10 90 P M central and SVECO Minneapolis St Paul at PB M central with Odin Mule Cher act listed.
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