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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1921
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports that debate over a peace pact and settlement with Beustore Die Hurwomt wid Ltyo occupies congressional attention. The article notes Republican resistance, Senate pressure, and possible postponement into November as leaders Borah Mood and others reassess plans amid shifting support and a push to approve the agreement’s terms and related tax provisions.
An inmate in a jail faces execution after a trial described as harsh by officials. As the trap opened the condemned man sang softly the last hymn, and a hush fell over the crowd in the yard. The warden noted his calm demeanor, and the execution proceeded with a brief, solemn ceremony.
United Press report from Los Angeles notes Roscoe Arbuckle’s release on a manslaughter charge connected to the Virginia Rappe death at the Weath of Mite theater district. He leaves with wife Edna Durfee as friends gather and discuss the scandal.
A violent clash in Tipperary ends with one person dead and two wounded as soldiers respond to the unrest. The incident, described in fragmented dispatches, marks the first major outbreak of fighting since the army assumed control of the area. Authorities imposed street curfews and mobilized patrols to restore order.
Stillman case postponed as residents discuss ongoing work and preparations for a return to normalcy. A kitchen shower honored Alyors at Grove Street with gifts including Pyrex and granite ware. Miss Migrguetite Myese to wed, with twelve attendees at the event. Anna Shields hosted Iverson and others at her home. Miss Myese’s upcoming nuptials noted. Local notices mention an exchange in skyoreatle autowoblie, and a conference invitation received by Dail cub.
The opening football game of the season is set for tomorrow at 2 o clock at the Washington street ball grounds. Local lineup includes Drune digo center Tammond mitia muneles Hoyt dolman and others as the Oliven face the O18 team. The season opener also kicks off the annual tag day for the football squad and the Weather association predicts a large turnout from all angles.
A fractured United Press dispatch describes a skating meet in Philadelphia where Ruth, amid cold conditions, unexpectedly trails early but rallies to a notable finish, with emphasis on performance on the rink and the tense weather affecting the event.
Road torish peace announced as opened by Lloyd George with dispatches noting Libya and international talks. Officials detail detours and opening dates for Findley Lake, Hato Creve, Wort Rifle, and other routes. State and city engineers plan surveys and bids for paving, with completion aimed for soon after weather and materials permit.
London dispatch reports Premier Lloyd George’s invitation to an untrimmed conference on October 11 sparked mixed Irish responses. De Valera reportedly weighs a plain acceptance or further delay, while the Daily Mail questions the move as a surrender to rebels. Newspapers cite hopes for a British offer that could ease tensions and avoid broader conflict.
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A fresh diphtheria case is confirmed here as health officials warn of ongoing conditions. The report notes hospital wards treating typhoid patients and references West Washington Street testing as authorities seek remedies amid rising infections and public health concerns.
The plate from an architect’s drawing outlines the new Citizen's National Bank building. It highlights a Grecian exterior, large plate glass windows, and a prominent corner entrance on a principal street. The interior lobby will feature high grade finishes matching the exterior mood, as announced by Mr. Campbell amid construction plans and nearby street layouts.
A severe storm crippled toll service lines causing widespread outages across Erie Warren and surrounding counties. Telegraph and telegraphy equipment were put out of commission as trees fell and power failed, delaying news transmission and disrupting long distance calls for hours. Local officials reported extensive property damage but no confirmed injuries.
Automiesimens yinate by WW Hovey leader of the Dairy Men’s League Co operative Association. Negotiations closed on September 27 for the purchase of Neptune’s Food Company’s 64 plants in Chenango and Otsego counties New York. The move appears to signal the decline of the dairy union’s dominance and the Hood Company’s role in plant ownership. Smaller plants in Cooperstown and surrounding areas are included, with others in Springfield, Oneonta, Burlington, and West Edmeston.
Local resident Mooney attended the funeral of Raymond Middleton held in Gil City yesterday. References to visitors from Pennsylvania and West Beth provide a sense of distant connections as the community notes a quiet week. The Baptist Bible Church primary department hosted a party on Saturday with plans for future events and a scheduled Thanksgiving observance around November.
New York Sept 10 United Press reports Gov. Al Smith's transit commission urges municipal ownership of the citys largest transit system. The plan calls for unified control by a mayoral board, elimination of stock speculation, and fares tied to actual cost with free transfers. The report outlines three operating groups, plans to retire $200 million in stock to bondholders through foreclosure, and aims to restore public service with home rule and honest valuation.
A severe windstorm swept western Pennsylvania causing heavy property damage and endangering residents. Telegraph and telephone services were crippled across Pittsburgh Corry Franklin Kane and other towns along the Allegheny River with winds of 50 to 75 miles per hour. The storm was followed by a sharp temperature drop. Local officials and unrelated notices describe community events and services in Kane County Spartansburg and Beaverdam with routine social activities and meetings reported in a cluttered local column.
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