24 Sep 1920
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1920
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a street address and institutional ligation terms. The readable portion mentions Sible and Flowers Street and hints at a process related to handling by an inter agent. No clear events or names establish a full news item.
Prohibition agents were reported to visit Corry with advance information, raising questions about enforcement. Sources indicate observers noted the visits as attempts to verify liquor violations, while locals described limited action and days of activity with few prosecutions.
United Press reports on September 2 that Lord Mayor McSwiney has spent a quiet night in the New Jail and that his condition remains unsettled after forty three days of hunger strike. English press accused of concealing information and promised to withhold further details from papers. McSwiney is said to have told relatives of the chain of events surrounding the hunger strike and possible negotiations.
United Press reports a large West Virginia delegation will travel to Marion by motor to hear presidential candidate Warren Harding speak on the porch. The group includes Republicans from Wheeling Huntington and Parkersburg. An advance visit and speeches are planned, with a Baltimore stop Monday night.
Sept 2 Harriseura report from the Bureau of Employment Department of Labor notes a labor shortfall between August 15 and September 10. In the Pittatchessh district alone more than 25 000 men are needed in industries, with a statewide rise in orders for labor totaling over 110 000. Farm labor remains scarce for the season.
United States and Japan face a tense clash as California moves toward land holding limits for Japanese residents. The State Department seeks to avoid warlike action while preserving immigration exclusion. Ambassador Rhidderne urges federal intervention to block the California law, warning of anti American sentiment if the measure passes.
In Treca on September 4 and Rome on September 24, weekly textile manufacturers announced price cuts on volton and yarn by 40 percent while preliminary wage data surfaced from various plants. A deadly clash in Turin left several dead as workers protested, drawing attention across Italy. The government planned no immediate action to restrain labor unrest despite tensions with the Giolitti administration over factory evacuation orders.
London reports government probes alleged use of dumdum bullets by Sinn Fein in Ireland. Officials promise a thorough inquiry after a deadly County Clare incident, with at least eight killed amid the turmoil and conflicting reports on the military action.
Warsaw dispatch says Polish troops captured 1,100 Lithuanians along the Muchawled river. Soviet regiments of Lettish and German communists are reported in combat with Poles in a nearby Qielske region, per a communique.
Washington dispatch reports Attorney General Palmer asked the Senate campaign fund investigating committee to allow explanations for trips taken to San Francisco, Chicago, Seattle and other cities at government expense. Stewart testified travel supported talks on current events and union matters.
United Prom reports General Wrangel claiming 10,000 Soviet prisoners taken in six days of fighting. The statement asserts the entire 28rd Soviet division. A Moscow rumor claimed Wrangel occupied Alexandrovgrad.
A bomb discovered at a Brooklyn playhouse railway station is reported to have been homemade. The device contained dynamite and crude wiring, and authorities allege the incident followed a labor disruption. A suspect linked to an extortion case is mentioned, with ongoing tensions surrounding the inquiry.
A freight wreck at East End yards delayed operations around 11 o'clock. An empty box car derailed from a westbound train, causing debris and damage to track and cars while crew remained shaken but uninjured. Wrecking work began promptly, with track clearance by early afternoon and westbound schedule severely delayed for the day.
Forecast calls for cloudy skies with chances of thunder showers tonight and Saturday. Residents should prepare for possible strong storms and brief periods of heavy rain.
United Prous reports Cox claims a Republican plan to suppress news reports of his speeches as he campaigns through Colorado to Denver. He says Al Will Haye denied sending reps to pressure papers and cites evidence of a nationwide effort stretching from Seattle to Albuquerque to block coverage of his remarks. Cox asserts Manning’s limited travel prompted the smear attempt.
Frances Crockett aged seven died after alleged abuse by her foster parents Mr and Mrs Peed Stewart in Laurel. An inquest returned a verdict of death by foul play amid reports of prior wounds and repeated mistreatment. The grim case raises questions about custody and protection for vulnerable children in the region.
London reports that British miners will postpone the planned weeklong strike by one week. During the delay, mine operators confront issues over output and proposed wage increases as negotiations continue. City official Gerry T. Kincaid returned from Erie to assist with gas hearing briefs. the case is set for Hackenburg next Tuesday, September 25.
The Journal received a photograph from Parly photographer Chagion P. Keating showing Argonne Romagne Cemetery. It notes Bert Byuitey of Corry and Clyde Maumrarring of Columbus as two Corry area boys whose deaths occurred in the Argonne drive. The piece mentions about 24 000 American dead buried in the Argonne cemetery mid battlefield and hints at Keating’s plan to bring back more details.
Georges Leygues, former minister of marine, accepted the premiership today after President Millerand named him to the post. Leygues will head the Foreign Affairs ministry and plans no change in press coverage. His appointment sparked wide interest in informed circles, with expectations that Aristide Briand might be chosen for the other key post.
OIl City Independents led by Pitler and Franklin squad led by Brackeridge expect to meet on the Washington Street grounds next Tuesday at 4 o clock if a deal closes. Corry elit seeks to book the game and feature stars Show Hickman Wise O Mara Pitner Blum McAvoy Wis Steete Evans Pabrique for Oil City against Cueto Moirty Yerkes Crossin Gotz Fielder Beck Ritter Gerver Gallia for Franklin. A gate on yesterday's Clarion game saw Corry lining up Speen for Oil City. final decision on arrangements to be made this afternoon or tonight.
Five year old Wailage Georg Dyckes, son of Mii and Mim Dyckes, was struck near West Pleasant Street and Fourth Avenue by an automobile around 11:30 AM. He suffered a minor head wound and shock but no serious injuries. The driver swerved and aimed to avoid the child, with the car damaged at the front. A meeting of the legal branch of the Gnirpmon's leagues was to be held tonight in Spleaman's fall, while farmers discussed milk relief plans after October 1 at Union City.
The State Hatchery distributed thousands of yearling trout to streams across multiple counties and towns. Supt A G Butler led shipments of brook and rainbow trout totaling 40000, with further consignments to Warren, Tohursooburg, Johnansburg, and others. Distribution continues into Monday with additional shipments planned.
Ada Jones and her company perform at the High School auditorium for the Archie W. Thompson Post American Legion benefit. A capacity crowd is expected as she sings popular records and performs violin and piano numbers with Allan Mroke and Misa Almhagen in a varied program.
Notice requests advertisers to begin with this date and provide copy by 4 o clock in the afternoon of the preceding day to ensure satisfactory service and timely publication.
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