Government Acts to Curb Violence Wave
Nationwide reports detail federal and local actions to counter a wave of plots involving bombs and dynamite. Arrests target labor leaders and conspirators tied to rail line sabotage plans across multiple states.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1922
Page
1
Nationwide reports detail federal and local actions to counter a wave of plots involving bombs and dynamite. Arrests target labor leaders and conspirators tied to rail line sabotage plans across multiple states.
Authorities probe mysterious death of 25 year old Ray Jolley whose body was found severed on a freight train track. Reports say Jolley argued with three men near the Big Four bridge over Ug ar Creek and west of the rails on Monday and Wednesday nights, leaving accident theories and possible foul play.
A high level meeting occurred as Reed conferred with President Harding amid ongoing strike tensions. Officials reported the discussion focused on strategizing next steps and the political implications of potential actions.
United States and Britain dispute American consulate actions in New Castle England. Officials plan to respond as Britain withdraws recognition from consul Fred Shite while discussing potential tariff legislation and diplomatic protests.
The Corry Chapter of the D A R hosted a memorial event at Waterford with about thirty men from the Corry Minster attending services. P J Froseman spent the day at the event area.
Washington dispatch reports two year Congressional struggle over the Fordney McCumber tariff bill. A conference committee aims to produce a compromise acceptable to both houses and the White House. Senate opposition to veto override remains likely as talks shift to relief provisions and possible amendments.
Philadelphia September 1 observers say settlement of the anthracite coal suspension appears near. Samuel Warriner for the operators requested a public date to justify payment of old rates through April, a move described as a preliminary surrender step after a four hour conference at the Rite Carlton hotel.
A Cleveland man, Tom Hassett, driving a Ford sedan, lost control and crashed into a streetlight at Irving and Center streets, while visiting relatives in Columbus. He was en route to see family when the accident occurred.
Rescue teams at the Argonaut Gold Mine near Jackson dig toward the last fifty feet of rock to reach 47 miners entombed a half mile underground. A subterranean hospital and response equipment are prepared as carbon monoxide gas complicates efforts and a crew from the mine rushes to a safety shaft.
New York reports claim by the Association of Railway Executives that over 100000 shopmen have returned to work. They say the strike has ended and that a full, competent force will be restored, with the takeover of Drewkduyn near September 1.
Erie officials announce the September grand jury will hear 54 cases. District Attorney Blass lists charges including felony assault, burglary, liquor law violations, and larceny. About 40 witnesses are summoned, the largest turnout since last year’s probe.
City reports confiscated liquor from Rhids in Corny sent to Chemixt Byang for analysis to be used as evidence. A sewer and street project inspection by City Engineer Dickson is set for this afternoon. August real estate transfers filed, Wattsboro Fair opens September 5 with events, and Labor Day golf tournament at the Country Club. Voter registration in Corry slated for September 7 9 and 16 with evening hours.
A chaotic report describes a broad rail union strike threat affecting transit and freight. Officials and union leaders clash over jurisdiction and handling of the dispute as potential disruptions loom and negotiations stall.
Paris dispatch reports France remains divided over reparations terms. The note to Germany signaling a shift in stance provokes Allied reactions as ministers debate payment scope and timetables. The piece mentions President Ske and Mrs Pratt hosting guests, with Mildred Spencer and Lynn Linibeny returning from Paris.
Observer notes indicate fluctuations with warm days and cool nights. The report lists average high temperatures around 74 degrees, monthly precipitation totals near 2.9 inches, and several cloudy or misty days. Damages cited include property losses between 800 and 1,000 dollars due to eruptions.
Santiago reports 400 dead and 27 survivors after the steamship Jinti sank near the Chorus Islands. Government launches inquiry into possible overloading amid conflicting passenger lists and chaotic rescue efforts.
Chicago reports a market study showing vast quantities of fruit rotting in fields and unpriced produce due to high freight rates and miscategorized grades. American Fruit Growers Inc and shippers face losses as cars are turned back and sales fail to cover costs including freight.
A harbor collision near Buenos Aires left several injured and many drowned after the American Legion gunboat Azopardo and other vessels hammered the scene. Ships Pampa and Tatiana escaped. American Legion and companions battled to rescue passengers and contain casualties. The incident disrupted a passenger service linking New York and South American ports.
Testimony centers on threats allegedly made by Cline toward Bergen as the case unfolds. Witnesses describe a tension between the pair, with Hart claiming a prosecutor sought to prove a fatal self defense claim while denying direct involvement.
The article reports harbor congestion blamed for a collision near New Orleans where the American Legion rammed and sank the Azopardo and damaged five other vessels. Monson Steamship Line president Walt Monson says a cable advised one ship was damaged and two injured. further details were unclear.
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