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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1924

Page

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Train buckles and four cars derailed in Pennsylvanian wreck

Four car freight train on the Muffylo and Pittsburgh division of the Pennsylvania derailed near a crossing, tearing up tracks and scattering debris. No serious injuries reported as residents were evacuated and a nearby street was briefly blocked while investigators inspected the wreckage. The train remained off schedule for several minutes before authorities cleared the area.

Muffylo Pittsburgh Pennsylvana Mailready Surat

Cross Burned in Yard of Home on Ile Streets

Reports say a cross was burned in a yard on Ile Streets today. Residents describe a fiery incident with noisy activity and suspicion of prank involvement. Authorities have not learned whether the act was the work of a group or a single offender.

Ile Clue Whetter Flas

Soviet Probe Before Quitting Says McDonald

London dispatch reports Latvia's government resisting resignation while seeking to verify the Zinoviev letter authenticity. A new cabinet committee will probe the silver dive document and its implications as the government faces possible collapse by November 9.

Sy United Presa London Latvie Ofice Zinoviev Stanley Halwit Prise Minter

Grand jury to hear liquor cases Tuesday in Dimick inquiry

District sources report four liquor cases set for grand jury Tuesday including Erle Dimick Joe Reene Lawrence Wosidard and Mike Waherty. State officers allege Dimick home hosted major illicit operation with moonshine mush and alcohol components, with potential witnesses and counsel preparing for immediate sentencing if guilty verdicts arrive.

Paul Jurg Erle Jusk Madesof Avemder Corry Iquior Eigen Eernger Dimink Joe Reenne Lawrence Wosidard Mike Waherty Flaherty Bowsh Union Street Bernyt Winnick Pennsylvania Syas Timick Louis

Sherman youth recover at Corry Hospital

A Sherman youth, Morris Bird, was shot in the chest by an accidentally discharged high power rifle while at home yesterday. He was rushed to Corry Hospital and, under Dr. Kibler care, is improving satisfactorily. John Lake of Ele, injured after a fall from a scaffold at Raymond Point, remains resting comfortably with recovery expected.

Morris Bird

Supervising Architect Oversees Jamestown Plant Addition

A.B. Mount of this city has been named supervising architect and directs construction of the new addition to the Uorry Jamestown Manufacturing Corporation plant. Work is progressing and the addition is expected to be completed early next spring.

Uorry Jamestown Manufacturing Corporation Aif

Jamestown firm appoints new sales manager

In a local business notice, Ralph H B Daclin of Jamestown is named assistant sales manager at Goreys Tansytowh Manufacturing Corporation. Mr Larson is affiliated with Watson Manufacturing of Jamestown, Carl Farblan of Jamison also named, with origins of Cony Jamantown industry linking to Mr. Lure. details indicate a residence change for the year.

Annowncenmit Wattory Ffir Goreys Tansytowh Mumifacturing Corporation Ralph HB Carly

Sleighing Peaks In 13 Year Record On Wirt Roads

A rural resident praised the unusually good condition of Wirt County roads as sleigh travel returns in a rare seasonal note. He recalls delivering mail by steeph route from October 24 to March 1, noting the winter's record length with around 100 sleighing days reported in that era.

Stelph

Fine Hallowe'en Party Enjoyed At Country Club

The annual Hallowe en party at Corry Country Club drew over a hundred twenty members, with elaborate decorations and original costumes. Prizes went to Mion Tirawn for a men s Kets uj and Mrs Esther Jarecki as an Indian maid. Clifford Bliss ap Diggs and others also won. Music by Lardon's orchestra, novelty numbers, and a buffet supper marked the evening, which ended after midnight.

Corry Country Ulot Mion Tirawn Guinp Arta Smith Welsh Clifford Bliss Ap Diggs Esther Jarecki Lardon Mudnighe Don Blocard Mostang Ann Rowe B Murrow CW Tones

Ban on Ethyl Gas Spreads Across States

United Press reports a nationwide move against leading gas additive tetraethyl lead after five deaths linked to contamin­ated gasoline. New York and New Jersey planned bans, with Standard Oil acknowledging danger, as investigations at Bayway plant in New Jersey continue under Provost A. J. Davies.

Bayway Noda Provectevor A. J. Davie Union County

Hugh Baker Severely Hurt At Brick Plant Blast

An accident at a brick plant left Hugh Baker badly crushed and with a broken leg after a conveyor incident in the plant yard. Martin Casey, who assisted Baker, was also injured, but Baker’s condition was reported serious though improving at a hospital later in the day.

Hugh Baker Heavy Pan Baker Martin Cassidy Bath le Leavy Pan Irving Dlehale Tiemplant Festnt Tile Company Leighborhood Aktricates Martin Casey Iyo

City Reports Second Case of Contagious Disease

Health officers of the city warn of a second case of chickenpox amid a period described as unusually free of contagion. A placard noting the illness appeared at the home of Calderstone Street. Officials urge vigilance and prompt reporting of suspicious cases to health authorities.

Cailesmue Corry

Labor switch roils New York election outlook

Fragmented coverage reports a dramatic shift in New York City labor endorsements from La Follette to Dawes, prompting speculation on mayoral and statewide voting impacts. Analysts note party dynamics may realign voter blocs ahead of Tuesday's election in a volatile political climate.

Investigation delays after election in Senate fund probe

United Press report says the inquiry into the Senate campaign fund was adjourned until after the elections. Names tied to Republican committees, fund totals around 3.75 million dollars include large sums returned or earmarked for senatorial and congressional campaigns. Contributions listed by state show New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New Jersey among others, with some funds restricted or refunded. figures dated October 22.

United Press Puipagy Chicago Senate Willem No Hitler National Republican Nelson Chitin Anil Republican Fund Gem Griss State of Neve Misswatt Ane Deen

Plans To Take Up Missionary Work In Africa

Gotham reports labor and church leaders discuss missionary plans in Africa. Lloyd Shirer, associated with the Pentecostal group, will preach Sunday at 1:00 PM. Frenchy India Mission Station head Hylius will depart from New York in December to oversee work in Africa. Corry and central labor council members react as Frank Morrison notes the AF of L campaign funds. Master Thomas Joseph Moser travels to Dunkirk with Mr. Charles Anderson.

Lloyd Shirer Simday Hyluis India Africa Corm Aie New York Mn Corry Ashington Central Tades and Labor Council Grenton Corry Fayeut Utn Davis & A Frank Morrison American Federation of Tabor Sditefare Shinty Campaign Bunds Committee Tun Taker Atlantic City Ja [Ollette Morrisinsit Davia Thair Don Consciante

Spring Creek Resident Jane Johnson Dies After Illness

Mrs Jane Johnson, wife of Al Johnson, died at her Spring Creek home Thursday evening after a four year illness. Aged 72, she had lived in Spring Creek many years and is survived by her husband and three children Mrs George Mudge Mrs Earl Johnson and Mrs Walter Lamona. Burial plans were not listed in the notice.

Jane Johnson al Johnson Sprig Creek Spring Creek George Mudge Prenier North Girslinay Earl Johnson Hillsboro Oregon Walter Lamona Pay

Vandalism Targets Store Windows Across Town

Widespread damage hit business district windows as defacements appeared on most shops during several evenings. Soap marks and grafitti prompted costly cleaning, with merchants incensed at the scale of destruction and police pressed to identify suspects amid early inquiries.

Cty Shim Mike Jan

Rescue of Four Adrift in Rum Running Schooner

Four men were rescued by Coast Guard Cutter Gresham after being shanghaied to a rumrunning schooner Dorothy M Spar off Halifax. They were ill from malnutrition and thirst and brought to hospitals in New York. Names given: Cal Jeger Heston Henry Gillis Edward Borgmaster Louis Cocogane. Captain Gillan of Chama Newfoundland allegedly took command from the former captain after abandoning the crew.

New York Meniho Coast Guard Greshan Cal Jeger Heston Henry Gillis Perth ‘Amboy N. J Edward Borgmaster Louis Cocogane Brockaway Dorothy M. Spar Halifax Uwinet Michael Gillan Chama New Foundland Amen Mmost

Forest Fire Proclamation Delays Hunting Season Five Days

Governors order pauses hunting for forest fire risk with rainfall forecast. Officials mobilize wardens and volunteers to patrol lodges while weather aids fire suppression. Proclamation restricts hunting until further notice and expires when rain ends fire danger.

Pinchot Corry Pittsburgh Execut

Truce Sought in Tong War As East Meets East

United Press reports a truce deal between rival tong societies On Leong and Tong factions effective across eastern districts of the city. A key figure arrived in New York to assume a role in the Home Economics Department while authorities warn against renewed bloodshed in Chinese quarters.

New York

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