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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1921
Page
1
A sweeping investigation into Ku Klux Klan activities is underway. Officials and attorneys in Washington and Harrisburg report intensified inquiries, with references to headquarters, recruitment, and planned legal actions as authorities pursue suspected Klan operations.
In San Francisco on September 23, the murder case against Tomo Chatty Archie nears its next step as a verdict date looms. The defense rests and the judge weighs whether the trial will proceed for murder or manslaughter with a decision expected tonight or soon after.
Washington dispatch reports a Senate move to delay ratification until a full drive is organized. Democratic opposition grows with several senators signaling they will oppose the treaty, while some party leaders indicate a rapid push may falter without broader support.
A meeting of the Chamber of Commerce board and Paul Harvey discussed ongoing civic work. Harvey praised the chamber’s organization and explained extended efforts by committees to prove the need for future forums. Members expressed views on civic matters and the community’s progress.
Summary of games by United Press from New York dated Sept 38 detailing the Pirates victory, Giants loss, and Yankees and Indians remaining with several games to play. It notes the Pirates leading, Giants sliding, and standings as the season continues.
Mrs Lydia Southard, accused of murdering her fourth husband by poison, faces trial with flypaper evidence. The case involves claims she might have caused the deaths of previous husbands, a brother-in-law, and her two year old baby, tying the fate of the alleged slayer to a paper-based forensic argument.
Three persons were instantly killed and four badly injured when a sedan struck a crossing train near Sunbury Pennsylvania on December 24. One victim died hours later at Sunbury Hospital. Police reported the collision occurred at a grade crossing near Salina Grove as heavy traffic moved through the area.
London and Dublin dispatches report British Prime Minister Lloyd George drafting a reply to the Sinn Fein note. Dublin says Sinn Fein cabinet will meet to consider the British reply and a Dail Eireann vote on the Belfast issue is anticipated.
Wanamaker says excessive taxes raise living costs in New York City. He argues government levies, intended to fund programs, fall hardest on merchants and wholesalers, forcing price hikes customers cannot avoid. He cites tax burdens as the primary driver behind rising prices and urges tax relief.
A confused market report notes several daytime robberies at KD Wilcox and nearby stores on Wax street and in the town. Police say no clear suspect or motive yet, with limited details from witnesses and a single-weekend incident recorded by the journal.
Washington reports that every city must open an unemployment agency and pair job seekers with openings. The drive, coordinated by federal officials, calls on governors mayors and state administrations to unify municipal agencies into a national effort for an emergency appropriation to revive employment.
United Press reports plans for major rail line consolidation into 19 systems. The Commerce Commission endorses Professor William Zipoy Harvard expert, whose study guides the plan. provisions align with the Hatch-East-Cummins bill. Industry stakeholders, including Falstom and related parties, were notified of the commission’s program and anticipated actions.
Members of the Rotary Club heard a lecture on the study of archaeology by Dr. Chandy of Whintara Normal School and welcomed a large Jamestown delegation led by President Earle Mirebon. Notable attendees included William Plotahe ney Meank and D. L. Mtuol Kerraig, with guests from Chicago and Daytona observing the discussion.
A late night announcement party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Myra on Concord Street celebrated the engagement of Marguerits, daughter of Mr. Hele and Mrs. Myra, to Carl Edwards. Guests in yellow and white wore formal attire. decorations and favors featured gold and white themes. The event honored by Mr. Thomas Sah of Washington and many friends who offered congratulations and well wishes.
Fragmented OCR text describes Sep 28 events with references to Prem MOBUENE and Kenoral, noting passing moments, wartime maneuvers, and shattered ground. The lines hint at a realist portrayal of earlier days and the toll on troops and terrain, but specifics are unclear due to garbled wording.
United Press reports Chicago events detail a planned walkout by four railway protection officials amid a dispute. The four siblings reportedly organized by the brotherhood would strike if a showdown arises, with the looming issue tied to protections and labor board guidance.
A damaged OCR passage shows garbled names and phrases with no clear events. It mentions people, groups, and a project but lacks coherent details, dates, places, or outcomes to summarize into a factual newspaper item.
In Paris, a large new department store, Au Printemps, was nearly destroyed by fire early today. The blaze caused extensive smoke and heat damage driving people from nearby streets and smoke blanketed the area. Fire crews fought the flames as winter weather worsened conditions.
A Corry man recounts a London to Paris flight with Hy Barlow and Mrs Barkow aboard the Honey Page and Twostone machines. The narrator recalls weather, scenery, fuel stops, and a later fatal crash near Stroud with two passengers and a bride aboard, noting the accident in the Mandley Page booklet.
In Tiusburbgh on September 8, authorities report 16 year old Mary Tamins, daughter of rubber magnate Here, and Jobs Knoxns Kin Torminly, once a plant manager, were involved in a father figure incident. A ransom note appeared, and reports say several injuries occurred as the event unfolded.
The Interstate Commerce Commission today announced a tentative plan aiming to reform railroad rates and advance national rehabilitation of the transportation system. The proposal outlines generalized changes to reduce disparities and improve efficiency across the country.
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