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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1920
Page
1
Attorney General Palmer takes personal charge of the investigation amid fear of further outrages after anarchist pamphlets are found in mail boxes. The death toll rises as deportation is sought for Fisher, who warned of catastrophe from Hamilton.
United Press report from New York cites private operatives linking Thursday's blast that killed several and injured many to a wider world plot. Investigators, led by Attorney General Palmer, probe a possible tie to the Genoa stock exchange bombing and a suspected German agent, with multiple leads across cities including Genoa and Vera Cruz.
H C Ketner gains practical ownership of the Corry Fibre Purification Company after completion of a long planned arrangement this week. About twenty other individuals had interests, with the Vibro Furniture Company involved as a materew. The Ketner plan aims to expand operations and growth in the Corry industry.
Miss York arrives at Coachibamba in South America after a long sea voyage from New York. Hazel McCray recalls previously visiting Mrs York as they meet during a joyous city and noir meeting. Miss York begins teaching duties at the term end before a vacation period. Weather described as open spring with violets, heat rising and fair conditions.
United Press reports Cork mayor Terence MacSwiney in a state of complete exhaustion yet conscious, with doctors noting weakness but some vitality. The government reportedly refused a burial permit in the event of death, and visitors said his condition worsened toward the weekend.
Governor James M. Cox proposes five concrete steps to curb profiteering. He urges a wartime fund to buy sugar and stabilize prices, limits on essential goods, storage price disclosures, labeling for interstate shipments, and licensing to prevent profiteering.
A fragmentary report notes the rumor ship sank with about 1350 aboard while en route to Vladivostok. The alert references uncertain wording and names a destination as the voyage’s point of flux amid sparse details.
United Press reports Charles Evans Hughes and Warren G. Harding campaigned in New Jersey and Michigan denouncing the League of Nations covenant Article 10 as entangling the United States in foreign wars. Hughes urged strong policing of the republic while Harding emphasized nonintervention in European affairs.
Construction of the six theatre progresses with D Manley Park Hb reporting work moving ahead. The project aims to complete interior wiring and seating for a 1200 capacity venue by November 15 pending no delays, with screen machines and equipment arriving and installation set to begin within ten days.
In Scranton and Hazleton districts, miners resume operations after a wave of vacation stoppages. District 4 crews plan to end the strike as most mills report ongoing activity and expect full reopening by Monday. The Hazleton mines run at about 25 percent capacity with a full recovery anticipated soon.
A lightning strike ignited an Aguaty oil tank and spread through Tampico area causing extensive damage. The blaze destroyed warehouses and homes, with a large number of fires reported, several buildings burned, and property losses estimated near a million dollars. two people are confirmed killed and many injured.
Reports indicate ongoing work on Findley Lake Road with about a quarter of concrete laid. Contractors anticipate limited completion by year end, with around thirty workers active and bridges at the site as stone garlands arrive west of the project.
Federal prohibition agents with war warrants raided Erie downtown yesterday, seizing liquor and arresting 15 alleged saloonkeepers and operators. The suspects, described as prominent tavern owners, will appear before the federal court in September.
Twenty two friends of Harry Arnold joined a informal farewell at Prof. Hy C Wilson's residence. Mr Arnold performed multiple piano numbers while Mrs Yay provided vocal pieces. The hosts and guests enjoyed light refreshments as Mr Arnold departs tonight for Lin home.
A general committee appointed by the president ranks Taurio outlined a program of work for the Board of Commerce. Subcommittees on industrial activity recreation and commercial phases met to name officers and set dates for meetings. The full committee will review reports next Friday to finalize a definite plan for upcoming activity.
Auto races are planned at the fair grounds next Wednesday night under the direction of Austin O. Wilson of Youngstown. The event showcases some of the era’s fastest drivers with multiple race events featuring machines fromTimothyke. A full list of entrants and details will be released closer to the date.
A Forman Teichswolf company saluted the French flag in Breslau during a festivity as an apology for an insult to a building. Martial law was proclaimed all day to quell any demonstrations and curb anti German sentiment.
A large crowd attended the funeral for Dale Wilkinson yesterday afternoon at 2 at the MLB church in Sprint Creek Trev. James Williams, pastor of Spring Creek, officiated and spoke fondly of the deceased. The service included hymns and floral tributes. Interment followed at the local cemetery.
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