Hamstrung the Administration in Harrisburg’s Machine
A damning analysis of Pennsylvania political power at Harrisburg describes the Republican machine manipulating legislation to funnel a $50,000,000 highway fund to bolster party influence. It notes Humes’s bid to safeguard county interests was defeated, while the machine solidifies control and limits opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt, Quay
Boise Penrose
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
H. Lowry Humes
Crawford
Macline
Himes
Baldwin
Tooth
Humes
Senatora
Howe
Jountien
Wioutenant
DuBois Board Refuses Edith Beck Resignation Under Schon Code
The DuBois school board invokes the Schon Code to block Edith Becks midterm resignation. Beck has a higher offer elsewhere and wishes to leave, but the board, wary of hunting for a successor, refuses to accept her resignation, keeping her as a teacher while citing that leaving a regularly elected position without resignation makes one ineligible to teach in state schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DuBois
Edith Beck
DuBola Hleh
du Bola
Misa Heck
Alisg Beck
Leacher
Does drinking affect a driver’s judgment and character
The text argues that drinking while driving reveals a man’s true self and undermines motor safety. It notes that many claim they do not drink when driving, implying they are better when sober, and asserts that quick perception and clear eyes required for motoring are diminished by alcohol.
Accumulate Hope and the Truth of Courage
Hope is not material but an eternal force guiding effort and achievement. George Matthew Adams argues Hope thrives on courage work and wealth of character, urging persistent labor and a faithful spirit to build lasting success rather than crude status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Matthew Adams
Clough Files Bill of Complaint Against Pennsylvania Railroad
John Clough prepares a bill of particulars in a suit against the Pennsylvania Railroad. Hearings on a temporary injunction were postponed at the railroad’s request due to floods hindering surveys. The company seeks papered proof of damages and how figures were derived, while Corry papers note offers for space in a proposed building and damages from snow piling by the railroad. The Corry man stands ready to pursue the action to the end demanded by the road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Clough
Pennsylvania Railroad
Sorps
Hough
Corry 1
Hhe
Corry
Local Man At Buffalo In Strike Report
Herman Nathan of the Union News Company spent yesterday in Buffalo and relayed a story on the trolley strike progress. He brought home the but tons and cards sold by strikers to finance their effort as the public largely sympathizes. News personnel report citywide trips by trolley and autos to serve residents traveling to business districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Nathan
Union News Company
Buffalo
Nathan
Serry
Auton
Strikers Try to Tear Down Trestle Near Edge Water
News reports say trolley strikers attempted to damage the New York Central trestle at Edge Water as state troops reportedly near. Special deputies arrived to protect the structure while laborers continue removing tackle attached to piers and trestle components.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Fro
Buffalo
New York Central
Edge Water
Railroad Company
Trial of Heeter Begins Monday in Pittsburg Case
Pittsburg April 11 The trial of Superintendent Heeter charged with disgraceful and immoral conduct will commence Monday per a court order issued at two o'clock this afternoon. The two political factions in which the city is embroiled are uniting for a strenuous fight over the superintendent's case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Heeter
Headlights Law Passes to Require Powerful Locomotives
Harrisburg April 11 The railroad brotherhood backs a house bill requiring locomotive headlights to distinguish objects on track at 800 feet. The measure becomes effective January 1 1916 and applies only to fond engines. The house also passed a bill enabling counties and cities to join in erecting public office buildings and a tax measure on self-playing pianos in public spaces at 54 per year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Alva
Chally
Siate
Cilies
Hopen Bil
Union Co Completes New Lines
Union Telephone Company completes rebuild of lines to Warren after months of overhaul from Town central station to Spring Creek Garland Youngsville and Irvine. New service lines now serve localities along the route as the crew renovates Warren system before starting the Corry upgrade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Telephone Company
Warren
Town Central
Spring Creek Garland
Youngsville
Irvine
Union
Corry
H. E. Whittlesey Laid At Rest
Funeral services for H. E. Whittlesey were held at his residence on West Church Street with Rev C. Wilcox of the Presbyterian church officiating. Pallbearers included Lindsley, Alexander Metnnes Sr, J. D. Bentley, and G. C. King. Interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery beside family members. Members of Pont 70, G. A. Ry attended, along with workers from Ray Gold Mfg Co and H. B. Whitlesey & Sons. Marines Steel Works closed for the funeral. Out-of-town relatives and city friends attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. E. Whittlesey
W. Church Street
C. Wi, Woodward
Lindsley
Alexander Metnnes
J. D. Bentley
G. C. King
G. A. R, Post
Walter Lewis
John Myers
Local Names Include Pry Whittlesey and McCray Figures
A fragmented account lists Mrs Pry of Rouseville, Mr and Mrs Harry Whittlesey of Rochester New York, Mrs Butler and Mr Judd of Erle, Peter Wilbur Ol Ofty William Betts Petroleum Den er and Mrs McCray of Petroleum Center among names connected to a local notice or event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dees
Pry
Rousevile
Harry Whittlesey
Rochester
N.Y
Butler
Mr. Judd
Erle
Peter Wilbur
William Betts
Petroleum Dener
McCray
Petroleum Center
Aunt Mrs Hy Rogora Dies After Long Illness In City
Aunt Mrs Hy Rogora died at 10 oclock P M that night after a year and a half of illness. She was a sister of the late Mrs A W Mertick and the mother of six children. Her remains will be taken to Frankenville N J for burial. Her husband Capt Marshall Rogers preceded her shortly after the Civil War. She had a large circle of friends in the city and vicinity who will regret her departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hy Rogora
A. W. Mertick
Frankeinville
Boalde
Marshall Rogers
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Corry Evening Journal
Traction Building
Center Street
Cotegrove
Banor
Astutr Colmgoers
Asmocrats
Garrior
Meret
Thie Pogtaffice
Corer
Geoond Ciaup
Mattar
Icisartion
Tis Paper
New York
Chicago
Baldwin Mar
Kress Ke
Clough
Union CO
SAM Jacobson & Company
ONE Price Clothiers
Mercer
Ri. Merrick
Mercer Sanitorium
Hia
The
Barlow Hardware Co
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