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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1925
Page
1
Reports of suspected mercuric poisoning surface in McLinton deaths as Covell plans tonight's meeting. City finances hinder progress while a proposed Konare sewage disposal plant is debated and sewer project costs and building plans face review by the City Council.
Internal Revenue Bureau announces public inspection of income tax returns will begin after first installments are received. The Treasury Department reports agents exploring alleged evasion and improper conduct by taxpayers and collectors. Officials promise investigations into complaints of improper collection and violations of tax law.
Four grass fires were reported over the weekend with minor damage and no injuries. Residents reported smoke and small flames extending across yards as firefighting crews contained the blazes. Local officials advised caution with dry conditions and asked residents to clear brush and dispose of debris properly.
One fireman died and five men injured when a coal car derailed and collided with a westbound passenger train near Erie. Fireman John Linen, 80, of Starny, was crushed between the engine and boiler. Baggage master Steve Woodwith, and George Goff, assistant, suffered severe scalp wounds. Engineer William McGill of Elmira was slightly tried.
The County Club reports the golf course is being placed in fine condition for the coming season. Work focuses on fairways and greens as weather allows, with temporary greens possible until permanent ones are safe. A new drive obstruction is planned with plowing and removal after recovery, plus a special parking area south of the clubhouse.
Belding and a Mr Johnson faced police court on charges of mischief and disorderly conduct after an attempted jail prank. Belding allegedly tried to flood the station, loosening a faucet and flooding cells with hot water. Officers reported similar actions in a different jail area before a second incident could occur.
Radio listings detail today’s top features across networks including KDKA in Pittsburgh and Colgate Musici Clubs with WCRD. Programs span 20 P.M Eastern to Pacific schedules with orchestral, vocal, and educational segments across WEAF WEAP KGO and more.
President Coolidge approves a MacMillan Navy expedition to survey a suspected Arctic blank spot north of Alaska. Two amphibian planes with pilots and crew join Donald MacMillan to establish a northern base near Kennedy Channel. The mission aims for a record Arctic traverse, with Lieut. Commander Byrd as naval commander and crews drawn from volunteers.
Past Sunday was observed with special services in Goey churches yesterday. At St Thomas and St Plira both churches palms were distributed at the Sunday morning services. Arrangements are now being made for the special program with a number of the churches on Easter Sunday.
Paris April 0 Finance Minister de Monzie presented a cabinet plan for voluntary contributions to raise about four billion francs to meet the crisis. The scheme, to be approved by Parliament, would rely on patriotic capital from investors with others exempted. the final details, including whether a 10 percent levy will be used, remain unsettled. The plan follows political shifts as Millerand’s Senate win signals possible trouble for Herriot’s ministry and the push for a more draconian approach if needed.
Englewood New Jersey April 6 A hospital blaze causes $50 000 damage but a young office boy John Mareris named to the rescue lines nurses and doctors directing evacuations and summoning fire apparatus while the staff steadies patients in a dramatic act of courage. Separate report from Scottsville Pennsylvania April 6 Police and county authorities seek to identify a young girl found dead in the woods on Broad Mountain near Gogdon indicating possible assault with burns on clothing and an autopsy planned today.
Eight years after the outbreak of World War I the United States commemorates the declaration of war on Germany. Congress and the President led the mobilization, with the nation’s war costs rising to vast sums. The financial burden includes direct charges, high interest, and retirement obligations from the wartime era, plus ongoing veterans’ commitments absorbing hundreds of millions yearly.
Several minor traffic crashes were reported over the weekend in the city and surrounding area. A Ford and a Chevrolet collided at Pleasant and Center streets Sunday morning, occupants shaken but not seriously injured. both cars only lightly damaged. A Chevrolet sedan owned by I. M. Tall suffered heavy damage in a separate collision west of Union City. A horse and wagon driven by W. J. Connick was struck by a car. Connick was later arrested on intoxication charges but unharmed. Residents of the Toa area escaped with minor injuries. the collision caused front-end, fender, and radiator damage. A settlement with Connick was reported as pending.
A night fire in Columbus caused by faulty wiring broke out under the Hassett living room beam and spread to the Watson dining room area. Mrs Day aroused the Watson family after Hassett residents left for trains, saving belongings though smoke and fire damaged both apartments and left them untenantable.
William D Shepherd, charged with murdering Billy McClintock to gain a 1 million estate, fights to bail in Illinois Supreme Court. Preliminary tests found light mercury amounts in Dr Oscar Olson and Emma McClintock bodies. officers allege a pattern of killings spanning 16 years.
Borough school board members in Columbus will stay in office until July 1 as state guidance directs. A merger with the township board will unite district supervision, keeping five members on the board. An April 28 election seeks a $8500 bond to fund the year’s needs amid treasury strain from remodeling. Miss Beith Capsey left for Union City for an indefinite period.
British war veteran and New York draftsman Jones A O Mahoney confessed after leading police to the body of his sweetheart Hesri Donnally, 24, found dumped behind bushes on a Greenwich roadway. He said I drought her. The couple had been involved for years. Mrs Biel Nehil returns to her work after a weekend away. Thad Bentley of Philadelphia is caring for a sick relative.
The United Brethren church outlines remodeling plans as members discuss financial support and a pledge effort. Architect Mr Martin will prepare plans soon, with work expected to begin shortly. Trustees request continued help. Mrs Bayber and family visit prior to return home.
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