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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1926
Page
1
A visiting Flying Squadron arrives Friday evening to address attendees at a local church. The event features Rev. Morgan and Rev. GB, with the theme “that the Rock of Liberty,” highlighting patriotic and religious messages amid references to wartime and national sacrifice.
The Rapid Transit company seeks a public certificate to operate a bus line between Wattsburg and Corry. City and county officials reviewed the application, noting route segments, proposed fares, and service plans. The Public Service Commission previously rejected similar moves, with debate over route length and impact on existing lines. The case highlights ongoing adjustments as authorities consider extending bus service in the region.
A garbled staff note discusses the shop course director and related tasks. It mentions personalities like Nayak and Seraph and hints at a conference or meeting. The text references industry and labor themes and a desire to address ongoing work tasks.
Rev J A Martin spoke at the Rotary anniversary dinner held in St Grward's Hall marking the thirtieth year of service. Roy Larsen led the ensemble with a lively program and orchestra, as guests enjoyed a full course menu and warm tributes to club volunteers for their community work.
Mrs J B Patterson journeys to Union City this afternoon for a Briol visit. Merrill Doolittle, Western Reserve student in Cleveland, says the city spent a few days at his home on North Penter Street. Bred Tolton returns from Lomell North to visit friends. George Chamberlain of Buffalo visits. Dr and Meg DeGraf and children from Buffalo spend Sunday with Mrs DeGraf's parents on Franklin Street.
City council last evening approved the minutes and reviewed items including a fire insurance readjustment, 24 hour track service for Second Ward, and a proposed rebuild plan. Officials discussed city motor vehicle insurance, street department needs, and a petition to open East Street from East to Williams Street, with pending decisions on rebuilding.
Leander A Mason, about 70, a Union City merchant long employed by a local company, shot himself with a .22 caliber pistol in his home after leaving his store to go to the barber shop. His wife found him dead in the bathroom, the weapon’s lone bullet believed to be fatal. He had lived in Union City about 15 years, moving there from Arcule, N Y, to work for the same company.
United Press dispatch from MUPTSHURGE reports delayed onset of spring with snow flurries in Pittsburgh area. Prediction uncertain as weather charts show persistent cold. notes no firm forecast for temperatures or seasonal shift.
The Presbyterian congregation gathered for an annual meeting at the church gym, with a large turnout, a green supper, and decorations by the Ladies Aid Society. Reports showed strong finances, a salary increase for the pastor, and the election of elders and a new trustee. The day followed with two large Sunday services and a well attended communion. The story notes a later mention of a Union City family and a local business man’s recovery from a nervous breakdown.
State Senator Max G Leslie is honored at a large testimonial dinner in Pittsburg as observers debate his health and potential return to politics. Edward E Reidleman and William Vare attend the event alongside other GOP candidates while Pepper Fisher Smith Woodward supporters and Pittsburgh Mayor Charles H Kline are among speakers at the banquet.
New York AP lists 12 stations broadcasting nine programs at 9 PM. WRAL Baltimore airs Naval Academy Band at 9. Central WLW Cincinnati features Burt Forkers Minstrels at 9:20. WMAQ Chicago presents Central Choir, WBAP Fort Worth Euterpen Club program at 8:30 PM.
Washington details from a House hearing show Andrews describing enforcement actions under the Prohibition Unit. He cites prosecutions of bootleggers, druggists, and corrupt officials, and criticizes court rulings permitting questionable distilleries to reopen. He asserts efforts to protect licensed dealers while highlighting widespread illicit activity.
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