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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1925
Page
1
Abstract fragment notes a wedding announcement for Wen Cream and Thy Wil Lee. Names appear in garbled OCR form, with probable ceremony and partner details lacking dates or venues. Limited readable content prevents full confirmation of participants or location.
The city retains Engineer Wickertam to draft plans for a modern sewage disposal plant. Mayor Alexander seeks an extension from the State Sanitary Water Board to revise plans while the project advances. Estimated cost near $100,000 with city funds covering part, construction pending municipal approvals and state requirements.
Steubenville dispatch reports authorities pursue two star witnesses in the Gerald Chapman trial after a garage blaze destroyed the Stanton Motor Company. Witnesses Snyder and Katherine Bourne tied the theft to the “Prince of Bandits” and patrolman Vicentive’s pursuit. Fire was deemed incendiary, destroying 50 autos with losses around 200000 dollars.
Rumors spread that associates of Dan Cachivas in bootlegging face a potential expose of graft and protection payments if Cachivas is not freed. Widespread fear and planned informant actions split bootleg circles, with one faction ready to reveal payments while others fear a wider crackdown and continued illegal trade.
Dr C B Kibler spoke to Rotary Club members about his recent southern trip and a story on Florida drew particular interest. Local veterinarian Dr G P Bennett was welcomed at today's meeting while Rev Philip Branchler of Jamesown will lead music at tonight's Pentecostal service.
The Superintendent of Public Safety J J Kelly issued warnings to reduce trips and incidents. He urges pedestrians to cross only at crossings, look both ways, avoid running or riding on vehicles, not to dart across traffic, and to stay off sidewalks when unsafe.
Petitions opposing use of public schools for dances are circulating and set for presentation to the Board of Education at the next meeting. The protests target dancing events in junior high and other city buildings and accompany a protest against the resignation of business manager IL Manley after a row over a dance party funding a piano.
In San Francisco on April 7 the sanity trial of Dorothy Ellingson nears its July closing. The State seeks to prove the girl who killed her mother has always been sane. A nine to three verdict is needed. Policewoman Kaye Sullivan testified Ellingson appeared normal and coherent except for fainting spells while in custody.
City Council will open bids on April 20 for a 30 by 60 foot storage building for the street department to protect equipment from weather. Architect A P Mount's plans were approved, and advertising for bids will appear in Wednesday Journal. The March treasurer's balance was 170,802 and police fines for March totaled 488. A request to bar private sewers on a street was referred to the Superintendent of Streets with authority to act.
The Saratoga, largest ship ever built for the American Navy and first under the Washington arms pact, launched at Camden’s New York Shipbuilding yard. Displacing 35 000 tons, 880 feet long, 180000 horsepower turbines, speed 38 knots, it will carry 72 aircraft and features a wide 105 foot flight deck. Attended by Secretary Wilbur, Rear Admiral Moffett, and other officials, the ceremony marked a milestone in naval aviation.
United Press reports that nine former stock salesmen for the reorganized Templar Motor Car Co will be arraigned today before Judge Dan B. Lyons. The men, including Dick, are charged with violating blue-sky laws by selling stock without proper disclosures.
The Pennsylvania Senate approved a 25 million forestry bond enabling act with amendments to cap annual forest land spending at 2.5 million and joint bond sale authority. Governor and Auditor General share treasury oversight. House concurrence sought. Dissent from Baldwin and Quigley noted. printing issues and House conferees postponed. Seven appropriation bills, including Mercy Hospital and St. John’s General Hospital, advanced after prior delays. A separate U S dispatch reports Coolidge advocating an honor system in business, urging voluntary compliance and reduced government intervention.
Erie April report states Frank Witkowski 85 of 603 East Twenty second Street died at St Vincent's Hospital from injuries after being struck by a Pennsylvania Switch engine at Ste teenth and Wallace streets last night. He suffered severe injuries including an amputated type, and recovery was deemed impossible due to shock and blood loss.
The Standard Oil Company of New Jersey reduced gasoline by one cent per gallon in Washington D C and the states of Maryland Virginia and South Carolina on April 7. The move followed broader efforts to ease consumer fuel costs amid regional price adjustments.
Chicago police turned over to federal authorities the books and records of the city’s bootlegging network. The “Sin Syndicate” offices yielded ledgers, filing cabinets, and notes detailing liquor shipments, corrupt officials, and lists of customers. Key figures named include Johnny Porrio, Al Capone, and Al Browne as raids exposed extensive operations.
Paris reports a government bill proposing a 1 capital levy and new notes to raise funds as Finance Minister De Monzie seeks to save the franc. The plan includes a four billion franc note issue, a 3 percent interest on voluntary contributions, a wealth valuation system, and a five year payment schedule with wage earners exempt. The measure aims to amortize the public debt but faces strong opposition and uncertain passage in the chamber and Senate. Mrs. William Spiesman visits her mother in Maryland during the period described.
A fragment lists radio stations in New York Chicago Pittsburgh Buffalo and other markets alongside unclear call signs and frequencies. The passage appears as a partial broadcast schedule or feature rundown with incomplete data. Entities include WJZ KYW KDKA WBZ WGY WGR WEAR WAR WSAR WCX and Detroit Bay area stations, with varied numbers.
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