30 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1920
Page
1
Federal officers seized a $300000 whiskey stock and 20000 gallons in an Erie raid, revealing a long suspected whiskey ring tied to Democratic and Republican factions. The crackdown targets the ring’s leaders, with implications for Pennsylvania politics and upcoming conventions.
A UPI dispatch from CHICAGO reports a proposed reorganization of baseball control. Major and minor league officials outline a plan to establish a three-person commission to govern the game. The initiative aims to standardize rules and improve oversight.
Local residents express indignation as store windows are vandalized over several days. Authorities are urged to find and punish those responsible. Reports note widespread graffiti on storefronts and surrounding buildings, with youths suspected in the damage and calls for swift action.
United Press dispatch from New York reports Hays claiming 100 percent confidence in a Republican sweep as Democrats face downfall after eight years. The piece argues national momentum favors Republicans and criticizes Democratic governance, asserting Americans will support strong leadership and fiscal restraint.
Tonight's parade plans are outlined with the Hat-Jone'en demonstration to guide the march. Marshal Dain and City Band Co organize floats from Stanford Industrial groups and Mankers with mounted aides and a White Arm o scene. Weather forecast calls for cloudy today and warmer Sunday.
Governor Jams M. Cox pushes to finish his campaign with a Chicago Coliseum rally and multiple stops. Senator Harding is nominated, with Cox denouncing rivals amid a national league push while outlining final statements to supporters and planning appearances in Gary Evanston and Morrison High School venues.
The Journal unveils a modern leased wire telegraph and automatic typewriter news system from United Press. The setup runs 7 AM to 3 PM, types 30 words a minute, with two motor generator units and a reserve. Readers are invited to view the operation at the Journal Building and learn how this expands world news coverage.
The Cork city hall observes mourning after the death of Lord Mayor MacSwiney. Strict funeral regulations limit flags to a Sinn Fein banner over the casket and ban military displays. The MacSwiney party, including Sinn Fein leaders Art O’Brien and Arthur Griffith, arrives from Cork, with authorities mobilizing guards to prevent disturbances.
The article highlights Mr Naogle a former superintendent and educator praised for his administrative skill. It notes his successful term as Superintendent of Public Schools in Corry Pa his graduate work at Avra cis University and further study at Teachers College. It mentions prior posts as principal of the Kane High School and Meadville High School and predicts a positive impact in the new department.
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