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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1914
Page
2
The Bradford Era notes a proposed municipal cleanup role for Bradford’s women to keep the city sanitary and attractive. Alaska’s big game protections tighten with new Department of Agriculture rules to preserve wildlife stocks.
Paria prepares for a 24 hour non stop endurance test with several aeroplane constructors and aviators, including Mauren Farman. A course from Husarpes to Carcottes will be flown with 1000 to 1700 candlepower lights along the route to guide pilots. A dozen aviators seek to be first to complete the 24 hour challenge amid a likely race on the final night.
Altoona reports the capture of an infamous auto bandit who began a spree on Monday March 23 by robbing Union Bank of Altoona. The incident, already infamous, follows a long line of crimes and the search involved local authorities and residents. A reward offered for the offender remains noted, with emphasis on swift justice and public safety.
Franklin April report notes the Venango County liquor lobby seeks appeal after judge Criswell’s ruling. Attorneys indicate a Superior Court review or Supreme Court appeal, likely delaying dry status for now. Hotel owners weigh closures as leases expire with licenses.
Zylinski and Mrs Lenart were arrested on a nervous charge in Urie after leaving Kingston. Investigated by Detective Crown and Officer Kubejen they were taken back to Kingston, PA, where authorities warned they faced arrest on the nervous charge. Mrs Lenart cited weariness of her husband and desire for a younger man.
A bank robbery ending with a $2,888 take involved a cashier A. P. Rupert and patron Wilm Blackburn who were harmed. suspects were captured and identified by clerks. A related scene describes a religious revival sermon referencing the Johnstown flood, San Francisco earthquake, and judgments, with themes of preparation for judgment amid disaster.
Last night drew the largest week night crowd for the indoor camp meeting at the M E Church. The evangelist told of the outlook as attendance rises with the growing interest in the meetings.
The evangelist recounts inviting eight wealthy men to hear him preach. One listener grew angry when questioned about belief and insurance. The man claimed assets of five thousand dollars and twenty five thousand in marine cover but denied soul insurance, likening the preacher to an insane woman seeking fire. A chorus rose as attendees prayed at the altar awaiting preparation for the meeting with God.
Sinclairville on April 3 John Mascall, 18, was shot in the leg by a revolver held by schoolmate William Brown. The gun was being examined on the porch when it discharged. Dr. Edmunds removed the bullet and Mascall was expected to recover.
A dispatch reports the US Department of Agriculture warns millions of eggs are lost yearly due to neadseal breakage and poor handling. Dem onstrations are sent to the corn belt to show proper packing and grading to save the industry.
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