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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 15, 1926

Page

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Weller and Hill In Close Battle in Senate Race

United Press reports a tight battle for the U.S. Senate nomination with Weller leading in Maryland and Hill close, amid returns from yesterday's primaries. Ritchie posted a tremendous victory in another state, with governors and senators also contested across multiple regions.

Weller Hill United Press Baltimore Tor Hi Waller John Philligin United States A Reuuens Albert Co Ritchie Wort Lester Innite Dowbout Hoston Senate Massachusetts M. Bat Jet F. Fuller Williamston Gaston New Orleans Edwin Broussard Mayed Sanders Alex J. Grovsbeck Groin GF Tooke Growsback Groesbeck Denver Colorado Charles W. Waterman Arlu Rivy W. Imunn Means Lawrenc WW. Phipps Ojiver TE Shollipy Waterman John F. Wivjan Republica Guburgatoria Duuld Prower William Sweet Prosser William Wildams Samuel ML. Johnsson Columbia B.D. Smith Porter Rdg A- Brown Articourt Smith John G. Richards T. G. Blackwoor Sheattie Wash Wealey Jr Tones Toudding

Refusal to Bid on Warren Road Job

Officials report contractors failed to submit bids for a Warren County roadway project, delaying a 40 mile stretch and the state funding. The highway department notes the unusual bid absence after months of delay and seeks clarification on the bid process and contract readiness.

Warren Road United Press Warrienurg Highway Department Hestiine Warren Coueity Warren Couinty Peesevialtden

Registration Here Tuesday Totals 412 in City

Voter registration figures show Tuesdays total at 412, up from 242 on the first day September 2, with the Second Ward and First Ward leading enrollment. Registrar Wil Shields notes this year’s turnout appears heavy for the city, ahead of prior years, as districts report varied participation.

Rist Wil Shields Adx Adx Expected Hal Rorrestal

Kiwanis Officers to Be Named at Lake Today

The Kiwanis clubs of Pennsylvania meet in Conneaut Lake to elect officers for the coming year and determine the site of the next convention. J Anyder Oliver of Scranton is favored for governor with York and Davenport contesting the convention host. Awards for attendance and efficiency were announced. delegation sizes may rise from one to three per club.

Conneaut Lake United Pre. Conneaut Lak Kiwanis Chis Tlw Pennsylvania J. Anyder Oliver Scrantor Aisrich Winis Oliver York Tobbyine 66 Aitdona Alsol Grogaville Oii Morristow New Coast Conatitien Nibth

Borough Petitions signed in various local business places

Citizens supporting a move to surrender the city charter and restore borough government began signing petitions this afternoon at several local shops. Pred Thenes Barley Hardware Gugnon Hardware Paulson's Barber Shop Stockton's meat market invited signatures from those in favor.

Pred Thenes Barley Hardware Company Gugnon Hardware Store Paulson Stockton

Need of More M E Hospitals Is Stressed

United Press report from Cinti Pa Sept 15 notes the opening of a Methodist Episcopal church facility in Trinity Church with Bishop Luther B Wilson presiding. Memorial services honored conference members who died this year and several addressed the conference urging more homes and hospitals for the denomination.

United Prets Oil Cinty Methodist Episcopal Church Trinity Church Luther B. Wilson Lord’ Suiper E. Roberts John H. Hittes Buffalo Dodds Greengikes Moore Chicago Dunkle Los Angeles E. J. Stinchcome Newton Pulls Lein Wick Sharpsburg Homer Davis Church of New Castle W. Robinson Ye Word of Hospitals of

Albion Hard Hit by Severe Storm

Albion suffered major damage from a severe storm described as a ter rif t fin and electric event. Rain fell continuously with heavy winds throughout the day, delaying any signs of relief before nightfall.

Albion United Prose

Kidnapped American Rosenthal Sought as Rain Soaks Search

In Mexico City area police pressed a broad search for wealthy retiree Rosenthal who was kidnapped on Sunday while returning from Cuernavaca. Age and poor health heighten concern as night rains complicate the case. Jacob Ruin acts as guide to the pursuing party.

Mexico City Rosenthal Rane Wourimoto Areticans Cuernavaca Jacob Ruil

Rotary and teachers share fine meeting at Carry hotel

The Rotary Club of Carry hosted a large gathering at Hotel Conry with almost the entire city school staff present. Dr Lee S Driver of Harrisburg and Miss Fanny Amidon of Valley City spoke, praising education and urging cooperation between teachers, parents, churches, and government to advance school work.

Rotary Mb Carry Conry Chih Ise Love Monce Geiger Dewey Lee S. Driver Harrisburrg Fanny Amidon Valley City North Dakota Milon Brown Mondville Sheen Arthur Williams Florida Driver Euckers Ollen Trist Fithy Trought Ral Loveland

Russian mail steamer Serghieff sinks after Black Sea mine

A radio message reported four victims drowned when the Russian mail steamer Serghieff hit a drifting mine in the Black Sea near Barat. The mine was set adrift during the war, and the incident prompted a government response as authorities confirm the loss of life.

United Press Bucharest Serghieff Black Sea Barat

Secretary Davis to Be Pallbearer in Welch Custom

Sharon Pa Sept 1 Secretary of Labor James J Davis will be a pallbearer at a funeral here tomorrow following an old Welch custom. The report notes his mother’s funeral plans and the ceremonial role in keeping with regional tradition.

Unigram Sharon Labor James J. Davis

Trapped by Blast Halts Workmen in New Water Tunnel

Reports say several workers were trapped by an explosion during construction of a water tunnel along the Missouri River. Rescue teams battled fire and debris, with fears that some workers may have perished as efforts continued to reach those inside.

United Press Teansasity Mu. Seyi Ieee Missouri Wits Voth

Gas main work to start on Corry side of Warren line

Construction on the Corry end of the inch gas main linking this city and Warren will begin within a week. Advertisements invited laborers. Guy Stafford will supervise from near East Columbus Avenue. The line runs along the highway under the railroad south of Columbus with several miles already laid from Warren. completion expected this fall as push continues in coming weeks.

Corry Warren Torneil Weave Men Pennsylvania Gas Company Columbus Avenue Gallioy Columbus Guy Stafford

Prosecution in Daugherty Case Draws Out Long Trial

Five and a half days of testimony marked a lengthy hearing in the Daugherty Miller conspiracy trial. Prosecutors tied former Attorney General to payments, Swiss assets, and plans to shield American Metal assets from depreciation during wartime. Buckner pressed financial dealings detailing the Merton interests and Swiss guarantees.

Daugherty Merton New York Richart Mer Daugherty Miller Morton American Metal Company United State Emory D. Huckner Swiss Metal Scurities Americ Metal Company Méryon Buckner Frankfort Stass Mertone Buckier

Capsized lifeboat may tell tale of fate at sea

Report says a capsized lifeboat sighted by the Dutch steamship Den Haag may hold clues to the fate of the Loyal Citizen crew after a storm in the southwest of Bermuda. The Sirte later reported finding the given position and potential wreckage while rescuers searched seas, with hopes the crew survived in lifeboats though heavy seas hindered communication.

New York den Haig Tate Reighter Loyal Fitiaen del Haag Independent Wireless Company Royal Citizen Layal Sirte Bermuda Laval Norfolk Cardiff Wales Litte

Abduction Story and Bench Appointments Highlight Harrisburg

The report notes Richard W. Martin named to a Allegheny County judge post in the Public Service Commission era. Edward J. Hunter is appointed director of publications to replace Frank K. Wood. A crane accident at Rogers Structural Steel injures Walter Cruft, potentially requiring finger amputation.

Richard Martin Harrisburg Richard W. Martin Tarday Gemaina Pleas Alleghens Ehmte Charles J. Kline Pittsbburgh Pitchot Edeward J. Hunter Mar Publicattions Frank K. Wood Sayre Monntay Martin Allegheny County Publi Service Commission Senate of Pennsylvania Public Service Commission Hey Sintil Walter Cruft Healty Youngetown Rogers Structural Steel Company Fairmont W. Va

McPherson Kidnap Plot Allegations Surface in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles a report cites Aimee Semple McPherson alleged plot to fabricate a kidnapping tale. Miss Morris testified before the district attorney, naming McPherson aide Mel Kinley and Mrs. McPherson in a scheme to produce fake kidnappers and scenes. The statement was recorded by an official stenographer and filed in the district attorney’s records.

Aimee Semple Los Angeles McPherson Leyes Mise Bernice Moria A. Mckinley Heath Attornay Miss Marcis Wee McPhersin Miss Morris Mrs. McPherson MelKinley Jstheme Yolinlany

Erie Man Dies Under Car in Barkersville

An Erie man died after being struck by a car in Barkersville yesterday. The victim, identified as a resident of Motlerlands Avon, had spent many years in British Columbia before returning. He is survived by two daughters, May and Barbara Schilling. The body will be brought here for burial.

Barkersville May Barbara Schilling Motlerlands Avon

Radio schedule scraps show diverse programs and times

Fragmented OCR lists radio features across stations WJZ KPAB WHO and more with time slots from 7 to 11 pm Eastern Central Standard Time. Mentions election night coverage and University of Nebraska program amid daylight saving references and stray digits.

WJZ CRCA Toronto KPAB Lincoln Central Standart University of Nebraska Des Moines Central Standard

Kiwanis Delegation Attends Conneaut Lake Convention

A large Kiwanis delegation led by Cory traveled to Conneaut Lake for the state Kiwanis Chiba convention. The event includes officer elections and selection of the convention city, with notable attendees listed, and notes no local meeting this year.

Cory Kiwanis Chiba Conneaut Lake Incgl Fon Connestt Lake Troy Gillette S. V. Stewart R. W. Brown

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