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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1924
Page
6
The city announces a spring cleanup week amid a push to reduce rubbish and improve dirt roads. Officials plan sanitation, street repairs, and motorist safety efforts with a focus on economy and public welfare. Community groups prepare for related events and observances, including church services and Memorial refs.
In Cattaraugus a long awaited speech by Patrick E Crowley marked Old Home Day plans. Crowley a former resident and prominent railroad executive recounted his rise from Erie station beginnings to general manager and vice president roles. The event celebrated community ties and highlighted Crowley’s career and local recognition.
WARRIEn April 1 A vein of coal between three and four feet thick was reported at the Craig property near Sheffield as drillers complete test holes. Horace Crary, owner, said further holes would be sunk to gauge extent and commercial viability. If proven extensive, plan for a mine and operations over years would follow with substantial investment.
Pennsylvania opens trout season with about 60 000 recreational fishermen expected. The State Department of Fisheries notes 214 292 license holders across classes, with 325 000 licenses projected as rising due to lowered age requirement to 18.
Bankruptcy proceedings have begun for the Paul Del. Company of Brocton, New York, with receivers appointed and an imminent U S court hearing in Roe er next month to determine if the concern is bankrupt. Asset values appear far below secured claims, leaving creditors with little or no equity.
Paris fashion writers argue over the bob and the shingle as the season shifts to spring. American and Parisian critics clash on whether short hems and painted eyes suit women, with opinions split but the bob remaining a dominant topic in style circles. The piece notes a surge of support for the bob in America, while cautions about overexposure potentially dooming the trend.
A jumble of thanks for friends, hospital staff, and donors amid mentions of mourning for a husband, plus notes on hair care, clothing trends, undergarments, hosiery, color charts, and spring fashion shades. The fragment blends personal gratitude with period style wardrobe details and shop terms.
Funeral services for Miss Mary Covel were held Sunday afternoon at Emmanuel Episcopal Church at 1 oclock. Rev M S Ashton rector conducted the service. Survivors and pallbearers listed, interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery.
Residents from Frederick and surrounding streets petitioned for street improvements but council delayed action. Tonight’s session follows last June’s petition without Mayor present and aims to resolve pavement funding with residents divided on costs and timing.
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