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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1926

Page

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Flood Waters Recede After Severe Neosho Valley Flood

Five died as Nasho River valley floods swept across 140 square miles in Kansas counties. Damage reached millions, with highways railways crops and livestock ruined. Relief efforts organized from Kansas City and other cities as floods forced evacuations and left rural areas cut off. Natural Guard deployed to assist destitute families in the hard hit region.

Kansas Pupy Kanaan Nasho River Kanes City Farilien

Paris meeting urged for Legion delayed vote

United Press reports urge delaying the Paris meeting of the Legion due to concerns over an anti American sentiment in Paris. Ray Howat, chair of the board of directors, aboard the White Star liner Majestic after a month in Europe, fears the impact on an upcoming test and the planned 2027 host arrangements.

Paris Legion Y United Press New York Heliel Thay Nnk Ray Howat Byatt of Directors Schippedowedews Suipers Buro Ile Glass

Bobby Jones Still Holds Leadership At National Amateur Event

Bobby Jones maintains lead as the United Press reports from Short Hills where he dominated the opening rounds of the national amateur tournament this afternoon. Jones forged ahead by a wide margin with a clear path toward the medal, while fellow contenders battled for position in uneven conditions.

Bobby Jones United Press Short Hills Hobby Attampion Emarteur Xolf

Typhoid Fever Outbreak Probed in Woodlawn Beaver County

Harrisburg Sept 4 The state Health department investigates a typhoid fever outbreak in Woodlawn Beaver County where nine cases have appeared. A parental investigation by the engineering Bureau of the department has shown…

Wy United Eves Harrisburg State Health Department Woodlawn Beaver County

Five Best Radio Features Prompt Schedule

Radio listings show a nightly sequence across stations WEAF WJ Moakup CROA and WHO. Programs include Cook's tour and the University of Ne ttravka, with times from early evening to midnight and notes on daylight periods.

WEAF Iveready Croa Toronto Lincoln Central Standard University of Nettravka Des Moines

Three Electrocutions Near Road Trigger Fatal Rescue Attempt

Three men were electrocuted when a high tension line broke and fell across the road while they hauled gravel. Harry Eagles and George Hale attempted a risky rescue of McClain from the tangled wire. no witnesses saw the incident, but the scene showed a fierce effort to save him.

United Press Harry Eagles McClain Male Euigles

Kiwanis Consider New By-Laws At Conneaut Lake

KIWANIANS TO TAKE ACTION ON NEW BY-LAWS AT CONVENTION. The Pennsylvania Kiwanis organization debates a revised constitution and bylaws at its convention here. Delegates discuss membership terms dues and eligibility for representation. Dr William Crawford and Homer Swanes address the gathering as the annual Kiwanis Rolf tournament notes come to a close.

Conneaut Lake Alo Toy Pennsylvania Emul Ralph A. Ammmerman Serantor Rikanoschibge Pew Willian Crawford Amor Allextieny College Menilville Ashford Pittsburrgh

Death claims Elwyn Wade at Lovell's Station

Obituary notice reports Elwyn Wade died at his Lovell's Station home after a long illness. Survived by his wife Miss Toal Stulz, three small children, his mother, and several brothers and sisters. Additional announcements will follow.

Bunyanarleopular-Young-Restacae Lovell’s Station Annrnoy Log Ness Miss Toal Stulz

Youth Granted Stay of Sentence in Gore Case

The Stolp Supreme Court issued a writ ordering Judge Hummphries to review the petition of Toynev Mell Gore who faced execution by electric chair this afternoon. Governor Clifford Walker had refused a stay as preparations were made at Milledgeville State Penitentiary while Gore, near collapse, was readied for death.

United Press Atlanta Stolp Supreme Court John D. Hummphries Toynev Ol Mell Gore Tyke High Court Clifford Walker Madle Ay Milledgeville Itsene Gore

Odd Fellows home moved to new Meadeville building

Meadville Sept 1 The Odd Fellows orphanage and girls home now occupies the new 250000 dollar building on North Main Street. Ninety children have lived in the new quarters for days and the complete removal occurred this week as workmen rapidly demolish the former building.

Meadville Odd Fellows Orphany North Main Street Tien Meeping

Reed Attacks Administration At Missouri Democratic Convention

In a fiery Missouri address Senator James A. Reed defended the Republican party and urged central government decentralization while advocating local self government. The veteran senator spoke at the state Democratic convention, echoing past opposition to Wilson and the League of Nations and positioning himself for 1928 proceedings.

Missouri Republican Party Alo James A. Reed Armiistration Reed Ivan Whigsi Wilson League of Nations

Erie County prisoner attempts death by own action

James Richard in Rin, Pa, held for months on auto theft and desertion from the army attempted suicide twice in weeks. He reportedly swallowed poison pods and then overdosed on pills given for an ailment. He was rushed to a hospital and expected to recover.

Rin James Richard States Army

600 Liquor Cases To Be Heard At Erie

More than 600 liquor cases will be brought before the Federal Court when it convenes in Erie next week. District Attorney John J. Wher and Prohibition Administrator John D. Penaligion will lead efforts to clean the docket of liquor cases, officials said.

Erie United Sess Federalourt John J. Wher Prohibition John D. Penaligion

Gasoline Thief Strikes Pittsburgh Station

The Schwarsmeier Kress Supply Co reports a wholesale gasoline thief siphoned 800 gallons from a Pittsburgh station tank on September 4. Police investigation underway as authorities pursue leads and review station security footage.

United Press Pittsburgh Therr Schwarsmeier Kress Supply Co Toray

Pinchot quits but refuses to support Vare

Harrisburg report notes Governor Gifford Pinchot withdraws from the Republican slate for the United States Senate and will not back William Vare. The move echoes Roosevelt era refusals to back corrupt nominees, signaling widespread withdrawals as May primary nominees depart the November race.

Pinchot Vare United Prea Harrisburg Gifford Pinchot Edward E. Reiche Labor Party Beidleman Picchat Severtehor Candidases Alls

Crawford County Cases End Abruptly in Guilty Pleas

Several Crawford county cases closed suddenly as pleas of guilty were entered in Meadville court yesterday. Joe Savlin was released on bond after pleading obstructing a legal process. Winer of Genterville faced liquor law and bribery counts with grand jury testimony described as sensational. Frank Decker of Brigon Run also pleaded guilty to possessing and selling illegal liquor.

Crawford County Meadville Crawford Twounty Cowre Ville Joe Savlin Savlin Sparta Township Saviin Lisele Sam Winer Gentelville

Ill Near East Prefericle Resident Improves

Joe Sullivan of East Prefericle street, long ill, shows slight improvement. James Satterfield, hotel employee at the Cony, was summoned yesterday to St Louis by the death of his mayor.

Joe Sullivan East Prefericle Street James (Satterfield Hotel Cony Ste Louie

Test legality of Erie Grand Jury

A September Erie grand jury case prompts motions to suspend indictments as lawyers for three defendants challenge the panel. They claim improper service of process and misdrawn jurors from the jury wheel, including a married and a woman being pulled, rendering the panel illegally summoned.

Erie Grand Jury Aeton Cruid Hlere Todayea Atwreys Aly 2 Vantremién

Water line replacements advance at Urry Water Co

Work progresses on a new water main along Park Street replacing the old line one quarter of the street. Ray Green, superintendent, expects completion by Wednesday if weather allows. The upgrade uses cast iron pipe and copper service lines to improve pressure and supply for Northwest Concord Grove and West Irvin neighborhoods.

Water Company Urry Water Park Street Ray Green Washington and Parle Place Northwest Concord, Grove West Irvin North Cetter Street Green

Suit for $25,000 after Erie Crossing Death

Wont and Margaret Brady filed a $25,000 suit against New Bune Central railroads in Erie. They claim their son Charles, 26, was killed Feb 1 when struck by Togamolive on the railroad. The Bradys name supportive relatives and Chicago and New Castle links in the filing.

Py Concuss Erle Bune Central Margaret Brady Ferest Charles Bradys Yemselves Sinehildress

Assistance Sought From Sportsmen for Dam Repair

Corry Chapter of the Trask Walton League plans immediate steps for temporary repair of the Animal Salve Columbus dam. Work begins Wednesday afternoon with water by the spillway to be raised. They seek assistance from sportsmen and others, noting the project could lead to a full rebuild after surveys, amid last night's meeting led by President G J Shat Ter.

Corry Trask Walton League of America Colwmbus Mesiniéi Columbus G. J Shat Ter W. H. McGranahan Paul J. Daveney J.5. Paulson League Philadelphia

Child Struck by Vehicle Near Public Library

Nine year old Dllen Reesink was struck while crossing North Center Street near the Public Library by a Buick driven by Mr Polly Af Pratford. She had a scalp wound but escaped serious injury. taken to a local doctor for treatment. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon as she wore roller skates.

Dllen Reesink Dauehieter Ay Cp Reesink Congress Street Polly Af Pratford North Center Bradfont

Heavy registration drive urged to curb election congestion

Registrars visit polling fields in six city districts until 10 tonight to enroll voters for the November election. The city sees a strong turnout as the first day’s registration draws a large crowd. One day remains October 2 to participate, with 7 to 10 oclock hours noted for registrar seating and a heavy voter turnout hoped for by party leaders.

Tati St. Blagy Sandidate Essembly Plimntary Vale Corry Oth

Troops pursue kidnapers into Mexican hills

Mexican federal troops pressed the search for Jacob Rosenthal, a wealthy American kidnapped near Cuernavaca. Bandits reportedly held Rosenthal as relatives fear a ransom. Authorities traced the band to Mount Tat epes and Cuernavaca, while Lane and his family narrowly escaped a similar abduction.

Mexico City Jacob Rosenthal Jacob Buss Sonulaw Rosenthal Jack Zahier Sunny Cuernavaca Zahler Iy Guerravaca Toell Phrsuer Muu Much Tor Rosenthal Trapel Tere Foriay Huitallae i Mount ‘Tattepes Rosenthial Woodmere S. 1 New York Mexico Zapatista Ed Quirk Uon Butt Lane

Vare Guest of Fisher at Indiana County Republican Luncheon

United States senator candidate William S. Vare visited Indiana Pa as guest of governor candidate John S. Fisher. Also present were Arthur H. James and local Republicans at the Indiana Country Club luncheon followed by a courthouse reception. Vare continued to Johnstown after leaving from Franklin and James from Sharon.

United Press Indiana William S. Vare John S. Fisher Arthur H. James Vare Fisher Indiana County Republican Committee Indiana Country Club Johnstown Hel Franklin James Sharon

Fappers Confession Fails to Save Youth

The confession of Ruby Fay and W. J. Cheek failed to save Mell Gore, a youth who was murdered. The Georgia State Penitentiary at Milledgeville reports Gore’s execution likely before 4 p.m. after the state supreme court acted on a mandamus petition to stay the sentence.

Union Eevee State Milledgeville, Ga Ruby Fay W. J. Cheek Atlanta Mell Gore State Supreme Court Gore

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