18 Sep 1924
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1924
Page
1
United Press reports Chinese forces press toward Shanghai as Marine units are mobilized and destroyers prepared for instant action. Allied ships and air forces reinforce positions while civilians brace for potential fighting surrounding Hangzhou and key coastal routes.
The marriage of Mrs. Lottie and Mr. Charles Becht Ratteh was celebrated Wednesday at Snel die the alterna. Rev Ashton officiated. Attendants and extended trips noted, with local officials and a company director in attendance. The ceremony honored veterans and notable figures from Pittsburgh and Oakmont, with community congratulations forthcoming.
Washington dispatch reports former Pan American Union director John Scott says the northern state vote is exceedingly close. He notes pressure from La Polletta voters may affect the result as Coolidge seeks a vigorous push to prevent a congressional tie and assure a Republican revival.
In the Literary Digest poll of 1,000,000 voters dated Sept 18 in New York, Cal, Penn, Ohio and others, Coolidge leads, LaFollette runs second, Davis, the Democrat nominee, is third. Votes show Coolidge ahead with 25,000 plus in several states. Davis trails with smaller totals compared with 1920, and LaFollette and Cox also show movement.
A jury in the case of Commonwealth versus Dutt Shoots, charged with murder, returned a not guilty verdict after about a week of deliberation. The six men and six women faced a deadlock briefly before deciding, while the courtroom recounts the reading of the verdict and the clerk’s statement.
Survivors of the 88rd, Hit and L4oth regiments attended yesterday’s reunion at the State Armory. President C Hayes of Erie led the event with talks by military and church representatives, a dinner for soldiers and families, and elections naming officers for the coming year. Francis Miller of Union City elected secretary and treasurer. D Beauley of this city elected president of the business meeting. other posts filled by local organizers.
Shoop was elected secretary of the Kiwanis Club at a meeting at the Wouchird Restaurant. New directors Mawe and WL. Peake were named to succeed Dr G Bannett and TE Moore. Walter Peaké gave a talk on the Constitution, urging members to uphold civic duties while the club endorsed the Cory Motor Club effort on West Smith Street.
Pres byterian Missionary Society resumes after summer break with a large turnout led by Mrs J. P. Austin and guest Mrs GW Patterson of the Methodist Missionary Society. Highlighted by Patsy a story with humor, talks by Mrs Mary B Shuss and Meg R Legis, and a solo by Mrs Geneviews Shott Johnson. Light refreshments followed as Mrs Bert Kelly aided with hosting. An upcoming visit with Mrs Taylor on Liberty is planned.
Announcement records the marriage of Key Tilwin Bree, son of Mean Me TR Anges uk, to Martha Smith of Gilson. Ceremony occurred September 10 at the home of Mrinhalee Smith, performed by Hr Glaser from the university at Uplind. Rev and Mp Rows plan their here in Iowa, linking to the Northwestgrmy lows Mathiouiae Canfetenna.
PiTTapenan of Syracuse filed a bill of particulars to Lissup against Miles G. Kitts, former mayor of Erie, seeking $75,000 for alienation of his wife’s affections. Ruscher alleges a sequence of meetings and a failed liaison after an August Federal Court filing on behalf of the plaintiff.
Ohio campaign report cites Senator Wheeler's bitter attack on Daugherty ally and the Republican machine. He claims legal action may be served soon as he presses to expose alleged extortion and a hidden payback scheme tied to past misconduct.
Corry court heard multiple alleged crimes as Dayis allied defense aims to delay. Witnesses described assault and adultery linked to tax collection schemes, with authorities promising further testimony this week amid ongoing proceedings.
On a special train bound for Chicago Davis frames Woodrow Wilson's core policies as his own and signals stronger support for the League of Nations. He continues to defend the Democratic platform, mentions a future referendum, and assigns influence to the former administration while maintaining party loyalty.
Local court records show Lyons charged with 16 counts of forgery relating to money orders. Community notes mention a street improvement project on West Smith Street with plans for volunteers and donations, including teams and trucks from the Corry Motes Club and other local groups.
Arthur J Evans was indicted on charges including breaking into a postal facility and forging orders while serving as an assistant postmaster. The affair involved forgery attempts, missing postal funds, and a plea of guilty reportedly entered, with witnesses and authorities planning trial in Erie Federal Court.
The Twe Annual Conference at Brookville opened with strong attendance. Rev J W Pickett delivered the address on Washington. North Girard secretary De Grahm was reelected and assistants named. Treasurer Rev J A Lyons resigned, Rev J B Cook elected to fill vacancy. Bishop Surlerson welcomed as presiding officer and a conference check for 4617 plus 45 to support conference sessions presented. Mrs Allan Spencer and husband returned from Atlantic City Washington trip after attending the V. W. convention.
In Kemmerer Wyoming on Sept 18 a labor explosion at the Retamerer Coal Co mine leaves 35 minors dead or missing. Rescue workers report debris and difficult access as morgues fill and the first bodies are removed. A separate Erie scene recounts a school principal charged with housing an oil transport amid a dramatic trial ending with a not guilty verdict against Carlos and Myra Mood the key witness, amid intense cross examination.
Senator Robert M. La Follette Jr Independent candidate departs for New York to deliver a rallying speech at Madison Square Garden. He has spent weeks in seclusion preparing, while leaders of old party factions await his address. a Labor Day radio speech was seen as educational rather than political.
State troopers raided a Wattsburg area farm after a complaint from Union Street constable Claude Ho Barker. John and Mary Gornial were arrested and arraigned for selling and possession of intoxicating liquors, denied the charges, and released on bond of 1600 dollars pending a hearing next Tuesday.
Notable gains by La Follette dominated Wall Street trading as bets on the presidential election surged. The independent candidate was quoted at 1 to 1 against JS. Fried and Co. betting commissioners noted the foundation of his campaign, with forecasts reaching high levels early in the campaign.
A digest of radio listings shows KPI in Los Angeles at 10 PM from Pacific Frederick North Concert Company. KDKA Pittsburgh presents an 8 PM slot. An Eastern Latin American concert by Litue Symphony Orchestra and soloists airs on WJD New York at 7:23 PM. Charles Courboin, Wanamaker Organist, featured on WRAP Fort Worth. The Cleburne negro SWEAR in New York at 9 PM. Vincent Lopez and his orchestra also on Eastern stations.
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