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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1926

Page

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Stresemann Applauded In Maiden League Speech

German Foreign Minister Gustav Stresemann receives wild applause in his maiden speech to the League of Nations gathering at Geneva. The address praises Germany's rehabilitation after World War I and signals potential shifts in international politics and coal price policy amid current global tensions.

Henry Woop United Press Stat Gentva Germany Oustav Stresemann Strewmann League of Nations Prom Briand Hillgates Gormurt Stresemann Eter

Bandits steal $140000 in Grand Trunk mail train heist

Two bandits held up a Grand Trunk mail train near Harvey, Illinois, robbing mail pouches from the Chicago to Port Huron service. Postal Inspector Miller said the mail was valued at 140000 while Chicago police placed the overall haul higher at about 850000. An automobile awaited the robbers as they fled the moving train, with one suspect later identified in connection to the escape.

Uniten Frey Grand Trunk Harvey Wi USA Chicago Harvey Chilcago Port Huon Mich Federal Reserve Banke of Chicago First National Bank of

Man Admits Near Scene of Dual Slayings

Ralph V. Garshiga, questioned for over 24 hours, admits he was near the Philipe farm when shots and screams occurred during the Rey murder case. He says he spent the night with Miss Rastall, driving her home earlier, as investigators press for details in the New Brunswick homicide probe.

Somerville N. J Ralph V. Garshiga Philipe Rey M.C Miss Rise Tail de Rospey Mins Rinstall

Spartansburg Deluged as Lake Rises Rapidly

Severe rain drenched Crawford County including Spartansburg Centerville and nearby areas. Waters rose quickly causing widespread flooding with roads and properties affected. long-standing wet conditions left ground saturated after days of heavy showers.

Spartansburg Crawford County Centerville E Ogine Sparpansburg Crawford Titusville Penn

Sheeley Discharged After Impersonating Officer

Meryiat Sheeley of this city arrested at Werle on impersonating an officer in Elk County was discharged by Alderman Gleason at Johnsonburg this morning. He faced charges for the Cory young man at Johnsonburg on similar charges and was discharged on both occasions. No one appeared against him. attorneys Tray of Johnsonburg and Whitmore of Ridgway represented the community.

Meryiat Sheeley Elk County Gleason Johnsonburk Cory Young Johnsonburg Shusley Hinge Traystay Johnnsonburg Whitmore Ridgway

Wheeler Denies Dry Reverses in Primary Race

Wheeler claims the drys have won many victories but suffered one major setback in the seventeenth primaries. He cites Lenroot of Wisconsin failing to be renominated and notes Georgia representative Upshaw’s defeat by Steyn, arguing the wets led in other contests.

Washington Wayne Fi Wheeler Wheeler Lenroot Wisconsin Georgi Leslie J) Steyn Leinooth

First Frost Reported In Local Vicinity Last Night

The first frost in the area was reported last night with light white frost on boards and other surfaces. Thermometers showed around 3 percent, while some spots reached lower levels north of town and east of the city with more severe frost but no vegetation damage.

Topcoats in Style Again as Mercury Drops

Weather notes from Erie and Pittsburgh report a sharp temperature fall bringing topcoats back into fashion. Temperatures ranged around 40 to 54 degrees with frost and near-record lows noted in places, though official forecasters say winter has not yet arrived and temperatures are expected to rise slowly tonight and tomorrow.

Stele Simmer Fair Erie Pa, Sept. 10—Top Counts Were the Children of the Day Here Today, With Temercuris Senter Ber Pittsburgh Pitts Turplers WS Brotemann Hoaiarraw

Severe quake recorded near New York and Chicago

A severe earthquake described as extremely intense was recorded by seismographs at Fordham University in New York and by the University of Chicago. The New York event began around 6 a.m. and peaked at 3 a.m. with aftershocks continuing past 10 a.m. The Chicago report cited tremors centered about six thousand miles away, lasting about three hours.

Uniex Anse New York Pordham University Glee Uiverssity Chicago

Canton Chief Lengel Denounced as Appeal Fails

Canton Canton's Chief of Police Lengel faced ouster after Mayor Swartsshin removed him following the murder of Don R. Merett, publisher of the Canton Daily News. The Civil Service Commission denied Lengel’s reinstatement appeal as his attorneys waived evidentiary arguments. testimonies described bribe-taking for protection and ties to underworld figures. Officials say the case aims to cleanse vice-linked conditions exposed by the Merett murder probe.

United Press Canton Civil Service Commission Lengal Canton Police Lengel S. M. Swartsshin Don R. Merett Canton Daily News Reapk Xiven Underworld Charact Corpmission Meffett J Carl Studer Uperworld Siler Studer Weill Mellett

Judge Prather Speaks at Erie Dedication Ceremony

Judge Thomas J Prather of Meadville will be the principal speaker at Crystal Point Peninsula Park for the dedication of a 100 foot marker honoring Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, hero of the Battle of Lake Erie in the War of 1812. Major Wai M Spencer, Memorial Commission chair, will preside.

Unitan Erie Pn Thomas J Prather Meadville Crystal Point New Peninsula Park Cammodore Oliver Harvld Perry Lake Erie Wai M Spencer

Lads Picked Up In Police Station

Three Carter Hill youths were detained overnight after being found at the passenger station. Patrolman Rap Persbide lodged them at the station where they claimed a ride to town for a movie. the driver did not return. They admitted their identities and were sent home this morning.

Carter Hill Rappersbide Trst Ldter Dinkle

Adams Named Head of Aeronautic Assn

Porter H. Adams of Boston, founder of the National Aeronautic Association, was named president. Colonel William M. Mitchell, former assistant chief of the Army Air Service, was among candidates but was not present. Adams had led aviation enterprises for eight years and previously served as a subsecretary of the N A A.

Philadelphia Porter H. Adams Boston National Aeronautic Assocation Newo Wiliam M. Mitchell Army Air Service Adams Fias No A. A

Steamer Berlin Sinks After Gulf Storm Fatalities Reported

Dispatches from Teva say the Bal fic steamer Newhas burned and sank in a Gulf storm, with about 30 lost. Early reports indicate the vessel may have struck a German isle amid rough seas and heavy winds.

United Press Berlin Teva Newhas Gulf of Riza

Coal industry conditions show improvement amid rising demand

In 1929 soft coal mine output nears seasonal norms while prices rise from 205 to 204 per ton at the mines. Strong demand and hopes of a settlement in the British strike buoy fuel outlook for winter though congestion and export limits temper supply. Anthracite production runs slightly below last year with August output around 2.25 million tons versus 7.79 million a year ago.

United States Thor

W C U Meeting Highlights County Work And Festival Plans

The Weert in’s Christian Temperance Unit held a meeting at Mrs Grove’s home. Members reported on county work for the coming year and outlined an October Erie festival to benefit county funds. Scrapbooks were discussed and gift scrap items solicited from magazines, with plans for sending to Hospitals and soldiers.

Weertin’s Christian Temperance Grove Babbicty Erie NETO Noctinot Agig Amin Bila George Magion Ccm Oebster Sitler

Langley Seeks Parole Over Pennsylvania Slaying Case

Langley asks parole in connection with the fatal shooting of Walter Harden 13 near a Langley area rail line. A group of masked attackers, reportedly two negroes, killed Harden after an attack on his wireless and later assaulted two girls before fleeing in a stolen car toward Philadelphia. Investigations identified a suspect list including John W. Langley editor of a local paper, with police recovering the abandoned vehicle and arresting two suspects who were released after questioning.

United Press Shelter Walter Harden Harden Phila Atla John W. Langley Keny Polloe William Ham Woky John Pederd Penislito Walstead Langley Bridgesaser Nere Diong Ion Fis Hamilton Iris Anim’ Klemsky Florence Stott Murger Atciney WB McClenahan

State of Ohio boasted scrappy governor in office bustup

In Columbus on September 10 Governor Vic Donahey nearly fought with Cleveland attorney John A. Cline over a paying contract. The exchange escalated until other lawyers intervened to prevent a physical confrontation in the governor's office.

Columbus Ohio Vic Donahey John A. Cline Cleveland Donahéy Clie Cline Gayentor Dine

Witness Tells of Agreement With Confidant in Daugherty Case

New York September details emerged from Richard El Merton star witness in the conspiracy case against Harry M Daugherty and Thomas J Miller. He described an agreement with John T King and former Republican leaders to recover seven million dollars in assets seized from German waiters during the war. The deal included a $100000 retainer and a five percent of recovered value if claims were allowed, later reduced to two and a half percent if paid after August 15. He said the seven million was returned in cash and bonds after a champagne dinner in a New York hotel, followed by the delivery of Liberty bonds totaling 391000.

United Press New York Richard EL Merton Harry M Daugherty Thos JW Miller Hee Othe Amie Metal Company Atme Slaugherty Tyding Smith Castorlian Merion Miller Washington, D. C

Ross Pleads Guilty in Erie Court for DUI

Harry Ross of this city was arrested in Wattsburg on four charges of driving under the influence of liquor. He pleaded guilty in Erie county court, paid a $200 fine and costs totaling $249, and was removed to the Erie county jail. The plea aimed at leniency but resulted in the penalty.

Wattsburg Harry Ross Erie Russ Hamilson Union City Erie County

Churchill hosts Mellon at dinner in London

Sept 10 reports Chancellor Winston Churchill hosted a dinner in London with U S secretary of the treasury Andrew W Mellon and other high officials. Guests included Benjamin Strong governor of the New York Federal Reserve Bank Lord Bradbury Montague Norman Dwight W Morrow and Sir Laming Worthington-E Evans among others.

United FT London Winston Churchill Andrew W. Melion United States Benjamin Strong New York Feder Reserve Bank Lord Bradbury Separations Commission Montague Norman Bank of England Dwight W. Morrow Sir Laming Worthington-Evans

Radio Features Evening Schedule Highlights

Radio listings show five top features across stations. Details include WGP Atlantic at 9 30 P M Eastern Daylight with Miss America pageant. GNRT Toronto 357 10 P M EDT with Bilton Trio. WOCO Minneapolis St Paul 9 30 P M CDT Twin City String Quartet. WEAF 10 P M EDT Anglo Persons. KGW Portland 10 30 P M PST Hoot Owls.

WGP Atlantic Cuy GNRT Toronto Bilton WOCO Minneapolis-St. Paul Central Standard Twin City WEAF KGW Portland

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