08 Apr 1924
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1924
Page
1
City Commission, Riwania hil and Chamber of Commerce members seek public input on the extent of renovations. Officials plan immediate steps to determine the scope and may halt the project if health or sanitary concerns persist after a state board of health inquiry.
City Council adopts ordinances for extensive Third Ward sewer construction using forthcoming funding. May first meeting set for final passage with state permit expected soon. Ordinance No 508 funds sanitary power line and sewer work from Washington to near Smith Street. Ordinance No 610 covers sewer on Washington Grand and Dunn streets.
Bids for sidewalk building were received by the City Commission. Proposals came from Bilin Harvey, Poswors, Kine, and S Madagio. Bids will be tabulated and reported at the next meeting.
Mrs Harding campaigns for the Ohio governorship contest as the widow of a late official. Report notes she would run in the fall election if nominated by the Republican ticket.
Members gathered for congregational and presbyterian sessions with Rev Martin presiding. Trustees elected Mona J. Patterson and Frank Crowell while Thomas Wwi and Dr P G Woods were re elected elders with B J Lewis also named.
Premier Macdonald remains undismayed after the government’s defeat by nine votes in the Commons. The labor cabinet had sought a new method to manage evictions, but the bill was defeated, and reintroduction within the same session is barred by parliamentary rule.
Readers learn plans for reorganizing the Chamber of Commerce after an open meeting at the Municipal building. The committee recommends a budget to support the Chamber and consider borrowed funds, with focus on reviving local commerce. Murray notes progress on the Corey-Waterford road as evidence of the chamber’s impact and promotes reorganization efforts slated for late April or early May.
Police warn merchants to scrutinize strangers’ checks after a Dover nursery company treasurer Wilson allegedly stamped counterfeit signatures on checks cashed at a Chicago bank. A second incident last month prompted cooperation with police to curb the growing check scam network.
Corry newsboys organize a June trip to Washington led by James M. Place who arranged funding via a citywide subscription drive. Local captains and ward crews plus Abbie Allen and Harold Birny coordinate efforts to raise funds and manage the transportation for the delegation.
A Chicago rum ring tied to “protection” payments was detailed by Rice Armstrong before the Senate Daugherty committee. He cited $5,000 paid by Writers Brewery Co to the government and described seizures, injunctions, and alleged influence involving U S attorneys and officials.
City Commission delays paving plans awaiting petitions from owners on Weed Frederick Hust Frederick and Hond streets. The stalled W924 program and summer street improvements discussed. Mayor absent and vote postponed for a week to allow all property owners to vote on pavement projects.
Harrisburg reports the Susquehanna River crest at 17 feet has begun to recede as weather bureau notes lower levels. Mohawk and Chenango rivers in New York show rapid drops from recent high returns. Philadelphia notes ongoing flood risk along the Schuylkill with river levels receding but warnings remain for further overflow and plant damage.
Chicago crowds queued at polls before six am under bright morning skies as voters anticipated a record turnout in Illinois primaries. The mood reflected strong support for President Coolidge and his rival Hiram Johnson with wide participation noted across the city.
Property owners told City Council that refuse and animal carcasses have been dumped on their land near Avenue A. Walter L. Pele, representing Mrs Rien Clark and George W Shell, urged immediate action. The matter was referred to the Public Safety Superintendent for arrests, prosecutions, and posting of notices with police to act on information.
An omnibus tax plan moves to the Senate floor after favorable committee action. The proposal, backed by Democratic and progressive factions, would impose multilevel rates including a 3 percent tax on incomes under 4000 and 25 percent on large inheritances, with various excises and corporate levies.
Tickets for Music Week go on sale today at Garry. Patron tickets are priced at five dollars, the same as last year. Rotary Club sponsors expect high demand to cover week long events and admissions will be handled without extra charges for members.
Lipmeavite announces repairs on Pennsylvania and East Smith streets after a complaint to Superintendent of Port Howard. WO Murray of Kurtz Company urged making the road passable. Fibre Manufacturers Co joins concern, noting its plant nearby and impact on goods movement.
Corry readers will welcome a touring circus set to visit in early June. Walter L Main and associates promise a double attraction at the old fair grounds. The show will feature a new act and a tented spectacle, drawing audiences from Meadville Warren and St. City and promising fairground excitement.
In Ponca City Oklahoma on April 2 1919 statements were made before the board investigating justice and land deals involving George W Miller and Jos Miller of three brothers. The Miller brothers are tied to a famous ranch and a dispute over land from Indian holdings.
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