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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1926

Page

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Final Workers Rally Planned Amid Rising Coal Prices

Weather and shortages push drive for subscriptions toward $8,000 chest goal. Wage effort expands as committees mobilize. a final rally is set for Thursday evening at the Municipal building to marshal support and finish fund pledges.

West Grast Fudd At & Ofelayle Shawn Ly Ule Thacken Wile Avery Finnil Fort Wiig Tle Beling Tanorrow Mornige

Dennis Held After Grand Jury Action at Imperial Motel

James Dennis proprietor of the Imperial Motel at Main and First Avenue was bound over to the county court by Alderman G H Gordon following a grand jury action. Bail set at 1600 furnished by attorney Don Smith. Dennis pleaded not guilty to liquor law violations. State Trooper Wer Jimson testified about 74 bodies of liquor found and admitted by Dennis as his. Hearing adjourned with no additional testimony and minutes filed.

James Dennis Imperi Main Street King of Corry G. Hy Gordon Tatts Don ¥. Smith Dennis Challlenger Wer Jimsn Slite Imperial Motel Gordon

First Cold Snap Rears Its Head Across East

The Weather Bureau announced the first cold snap of the season has spent its force. The eastern United States should see higher temperatures tonight and Thursday with cloudy skies in the Ohio Valley Western Pennsylvania and Western New York. Official readings showed New York and Philadelphia near 40 degrees with 8 in Pittsburgh and Vernonburg noted.

United Press Washington Weather Bureau United States Ohin Valley Wester Pennsylvania Wretern New York Shayert Philadelphia Pittsburgh

Presbyterians Rally Behind Pension Fund Campaign

Erie Presbytery launches a drive for the Presbyterian Pension Service Fund aiming for 19 million dollars. Reports indicate Erie district raised about 276000 with pledges growing as workers at US Radiator and Ajax Tea Works commit funds.

Presbyterian Pension Service Fund Erie Presbytery Erie Presbyterian Church Corry Briek Presbytery Warren McKean US Radiator Corporation Shfar Crawford Stediac Sakothe A. Martin Whittle Fry Erie-Crawford Ajax Tea Works Beliowd

Community Chest Committee Urged to Finalize Report by Thursday

Lyers committee asked to prepare a final report on their work for the Community Chest. Members should attend today and tomorrow morning for high priority tasks with a final check at the Municipal meeting Thursday evening at 8.

Lyers Committee Community Chest

Guard Company Inspected by Grove City Officer

Members of Company A of the Pennsylvania National Guard were inspected by Lieut Lilley, a Grove City officer, who praised the unit. Sixty seven men are enrolled, with forty living for last night’s inspection. Mrs George Finley and her son are visiting relatives in Lindport during the sale.

Lieut. Lilley Grove City Pennsylvania National Guard Biedr. L. &. Lilley Tebular Lilley Corry Company Company A George Inley and Son Lindthport

Chinese War Damage Seen Delayed Restoration Five Years

United Press dispatch from Shanghai reports no notable damage from gas fire and footing in Nanchang linked to the Chingxe elite war, with restoration expected to take five years. Cantonese offensive may unfold. Wusueh says Cantonese retreat from Flankow, 180 miles below Fork.

United Shanghai Nanchang Wusueh

84 Voters Registered On Tuesday In City

Report notes heavier enrollment during a special registration led by Ralph Benedict. 84 voters registered, seen as a solid turnout given diphtheria quarantines and apathy in fall. Officials expect Corry voters to turn out strongly for John King Cheey’s assembly race.

Ralph Benedict Clark Heneslice Witt Willy [Ove Corry John 11 King Cheey Thie King Namin

G O P Leaders Of State Predict Victory In Philadelphia Rally

Philadelphia turnout experts predict a GOP win by over 250 000 votes on election day after a Republican mass meeting. Gubernatorial candidate John Fisher attacked Democratic and radical agitators while supporting Republican campaigners. Senator Reed criticized Norris tour endorsing the Democratic opponent. Mellon, missing due to travel issues, was listed as expected attendee.

Philadelphia Fisher United Pros Parry Av McKay Nighi John 4. Fisher Senate Pennsylvania David A. Reed Norris Nebraska William B. Wilstin W.L. Mellon Allegheny County Arkh Chisirman

Maniacal club-slayer terror grips Toledo police

Toledo residents seek safety as a suspected serial killer stalks the city. Four women have died and several others were attacked in the past year in killings similar in method. Police offer rewards and intensify patrols while investigating a mysterious call claiming the killer is in custody.

United Frees Toledo Oey Pletty Owiti Mari Alden Migs Lily Cray Stigger Wrk Shig Miss Cray Bor Prem Mess Siden Magathires Offidwra

Carey Hotel Company Annual Meeting Names New Director

L Morrow named to replace F M Raymond on the board at the Carey Hotel Company annual meeting. Ames presided in Vi Stewart’s absence with routine business, reaffirming directors and approving stock representation of 885 shares. L W Olds reported as treasurer on the routine session, which adjourned after standard agenda items.

L. Morrow F. M. Raymond RL Morrow Carey Hotel Shell FM. Raymond PN. Ames Vi Stewart FL. Morrow FN Ars CR Rogers Bliss Marty Auer L. W. Olds PA. Soveland RW Brown Thetab L. We Olds

Sharon Girl Ends Life After Scolding

A 14 year old Sharon girl Marion Virginia Nye reportedly killed herself soon after being disciplined by her father. The incident occurred at their home in Penn area where she was a junior in high school. She allegedly was scolded for disobedience and went to her room where a .22 caliber pistol was later found in her heart.

Lied Press Aiaron Hur Marion Mirginia Nye Sfinb Harkelé Piel Schow Marion Fetal Xeric Sheliers

Federation Day Observed By Corry Woman's Club

A large Corry Woman's Club meeting convened at the Hotel Corry with about 150 members attending. Mrs C. F. Crain presided, reports were presented from delegates, and Mrs A W Hrevillier urged understanding of foreign born traits to aid naturalization and American citizenship.

Corry C. F. Crain State Fedération Uhew Cronin A. W. Hrevillier Woman's Club of Erie State Federation of Womn American Bar Association Tours Woman's Club Erie Woman's Club Hotel Corry Pas Sarvey Atty

Five Best Radio Features Listings and Navy Day Programs

Radio listings show multiple stations including WRC WJZ WEAP and WEAF with Navy Day programs under the Navy League. WNYC Hunter College Concert and other evening broadcasts are scheduled across New York stations with varied time slots.

WRC Asnuiptyn Iavs WJZ WEAP Histern Navy Navy League WIZ WNYC New York Hunter Wdar Fasisng Poutra Nighthawk Projo

Exposition Closed Sundays by Dauphin County Court Injunction

A permanent injunction orders the Sesqui Centennial International Exposition in Philadelphia to close on Sundays. Judge William Hargest denied reversing the Sept. 16 warrant decision and indicated an immediate appeal to the Supreme Court will be filed by John Robert Jones. The ruling cites the 1794 act and says Sunday diversions are worldly and not justified for the exposition.

United Frees Harrisburg Philadelphia Dauphin County John Robert Jones Jones Commonwealth Bolinsel Sesqui Centennial Association Supreme Court Willian Hargest Hig Hargest

End of Wage Scale Sparks Coal Strike Fears

Pittsburgh reporters say coal prices hit new highs with retail delivery at 9 00 a ton as major bituminous operators announce higher wage scales. Jacksonville and Lincoln Hill companies follow with larger pay scales affecting hundreds, signaling a looming national deadlock in bargaining.

William H. Lander United Press State Pittsburgh United States Pittsburgh Qual Company Lincoln Hill Gas Coal Company Washington Jacksonville United Press Keis

Erie Exposition Files for Stay of Sale Amid Bankruptcy

Erie Exposition, started in 1916 and run on a shoestring, faces bankruptcy with creditors led by attorney Robert J. Firman seeking a stay of sale on buildings and grounds. A large list of creditors requests court intervention as petitions for involuntary bankruptcy are filed in Pittsburgh, threatening sale of property and pending notices.

Mlade Frank Raeder Association Robert J. Firman MacCreary Roofing Company Erie Firman Pittsburol

Hollister Held for Court After Guilty Plea

Theodore Hollister pleaded guilty before Alderman Porter to allowing an intoxicated person to drive and was held on $500 bail for the county court term. The case stems from a Sunday accident west of the city near St Thomas cemetery when Hollister’s car, driven by Cook, left the road and Hollister was thrown through the windshield. He was treated at Corry Hospital for serious injuries and a grand jury presentation followed.

St Thomas Cemetery Steve Conk Theodore Hollister Porter Hollister Grand Cook Cooks Ankl Corry Hos Pital Coal Camry

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Sesqui Drive Grand Jury National Pension Fund G.O.P Sharon Girl A. W. Brevillier EXPO Erie Expo
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