13 Sep 1924
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1924
Page
1
President Coolidge announces a special retirement order honoring General John J. Pershing for his sixty years of service. The tribute highlights Pershing’s leadership in World War I and his role in shaping the U.S. Army, ending a career marked by key campaigns and strategic decisions.
The board denied plans to elect a new secretary for the Chamber of Commerce citing ongoing discussions. The organization aims to strengthen its leadership before finalizing any appointment amid budget and economic considerations.
Prisoners Nathan deopolil Jr and an associate known as Bobby Vranks are to be separated for many years in the state penitentary. They will have limited contact, dining and viewing arrangements confined, with future meetings possible only at distance. Downey and Stennett attended field trials in Waterford and Congress extends thanks to Calvin Coolidge for eminent service.
Washington reports a mixed reception to the Defense Day test with only 838000 of 16702781 volunteers offering for one day service and 120000 regular army troops plus 272000 National Guard mobilized. The War Department notes uneven community participation and plans improved mobilization and broader city readiness for future tests.
R F D mail carrier Sherk Banco was severely injured when his auto skidded on his morning route, dropped ten feet into a ditch and rolled over. Bishops rushed to Corry Hospital with a fractured jaw and possible internal injuries.
Santiago Chile September 14 The military Junta now in control of Chile decides to accept the resignation of President Alessandri who is in Buenos Aires. Alessandri's departure follows his offer of resignation refused earlier and a planned month long holiday. Also noted are visits by Keford and Ebblie of Hire and Morris Bernstein's upcoming trip to Buffalo to see a hospitalized relative.
A Brooklyn jewelry store robbery today ended with one suspect captured after a pursuit. Officers recovered $15,000 in jewelry and detained the gunman who fired shots injuring a bystander during the early morning heist.
The gunman who fled Sing Sing 22 months ago in an actress disguise was arrested in New York. He admitted crimes in crime circles and for two years profited from sixty holdups totaling about $50,000. Detectives noted his smooth, well dressed demeanor as he was brought to the station and identified by witnesses.
Motor Club members will cooperate with the city to improve Smith Street from Essex to Worth Street. The project aims to rough grade and gravel the area, with volunteers expected to assist by contributing funds and manpower. Those willing to help can contact George Patterson by telephone.
The Pennsylvania railroad announces a new team track facility to replace older service between Center and Hirst avenues and First Avenue crossing to West Wayne Street. The twelve car capacity track will open soon with access at the freight house entrance and exit.
A 19 year old youth known as Grant faces death row after a Chicago store holdup and killing. Prosecutors insist the case mirrors bias against the young and poor while defense cites flawed evidence and compares to Leopold and Loeb. The article notes Governor Small may grant clemency after an appeal process and cites public debate over juvenile capital punishment.
Erie police pursue clues to Alivia Tobin who vanished after leaving for newspaper work in New York. Reports indicate she may be staying in Greenwich Village with tentative sightings tying her to hotel rooms and garret housing as investigators widen the search.
Reports from Beijing indicate Kang Tay Lan’s forces clash with the Pett government as Manchurian troops push south from Mukden toward the Great Wall area. Rail traffic is disrupted near Shan Hai Kwan while Chi Li units head north to meet them. High Chi Li officials warn of a likely Pekin assault.
Sept 13 reports show the world flyers leaving Boiling Field for Dayton Ohio in a direct route with possible detours to Wheeling Columbus and Wil. weather unsettled but not rain delayed the takeoff. Lieut Wade led Wade Smith and Nelson in a V formation as they crossed the Potomac headed west. Dayton awaits the round the world group for motor work and a briefing before continuing to Dayton.
A coroner's jury, after an inquest held in Corry, blames the Pennsylvania Railroad for the death of Carlyle Take at the West Smith Street crossing. The verdict cites crossing negligence and recommends city action to require safer practices. Witnesses included train crew and observer Pier, with speed noted at 12 to 18 mph backing north. Potential damages suit against the railroad expected.
California reports two major fires endangering towns and Sierra Nevada timber. Cranitoyilts population twenty in Nevada county has been isolated since Wednesday as a fire roars through surrounding areas. A second blaze in the San Gabriel district is out of control threatening timber in the Sierra Madres as a thousand firefighters, federal crews, and foothill volunteers battle the flames. Efforts include a fire break by residents to protect Lawn and schoolboys joining the effort. Funeral services in memory of James Gibbons were held after his passing.
Radio listings span New York Vincent Lopez orchestra at 9 P.M. Eastern on WERK and Pittsburgh KDKA with Westinghouse Band at 8 P.M. Eastern. KGO Oakland presents The Serenade opera. Chicago KYW schedules Pershing Male Quartet at 7 P.M. Central. Cincinnati WSAL notes Freda Shanker's Rage smi at 4.3G Central.
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