22 Apr 1924
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1924
Page
1
President Coolidge pledges a domestic and foreign policy program focused on restoring faith, economy, and efficiency. He stresses tax reform, prudent spending, and limited government while defending continued U N engagement and national strength.
Harrisburg April 92 United Press reports major parties in Pennsylvania are split into three factions ahead of the election. The Republicans feature Pinchot aligned and insurgent wings with figures like Lesli and Williams vying for influence. Democrats split between dry and liberal wings led by McCormick and Honmiwell, while Guffey holds traditional party leadership.
City officials vow immediate enforcement of littering and street damage rules after a wave of punctured tires and debris complaints from motorists. The discussion also touches on broader national issues including Dawes Plan guidance and possible international conferences, urging restraint and measured leadership at home.
Paeiony vice president of the rie Railroad will address the Kiwanis Club of Gowry at the sixteenth meeting. He will speak on Kiwanis work and community service. JT McHlr oy traveled to Warren this morning for business and will visit Jamestown and other places.
Fragmented report notes voters in Horry County casting light turnout during the primary election. Incomplete text mentions polling sites, precincts, and an expected close result, with unclear details on candidates or exact times.
Congressional action aims to force a roll call on a cash bonus plan for veterans tied to insurance policies. Democrats Pat Higgins, Dill Copeland, and Helen back the move, while many backers worry the bill cannot pass the veto hurdle. Treasury experts map out administration steps should the measure become law despite a presidential veto.
Funeral services for Chas Normile were held at 5 Thomas Church this morning with high mass celebrated by Rev M B Tracey. Pallbearers included Alike Malone Walter Ellis Dave Murt Vin Rourke Howlett James Sample John Clifford and Mrs Ry W White. Relatives from out of town named Nafinite Marr Normite Titanville and others attended from Erie and Union.
The Columbus borough council announces a plan to hire a light and power company for electricity and power delivery. The contract aims to illuminate borough streets and support local industry, with expected benefits to the industrial fund and public works.
Up to three hundred residents attended a Wig meeting at Union City Hall featuring Rev Dempster of the Pennsylvanian order. The event, moved from the city park due to weather, proceeded without trouble though robes and radicals were barred by Mayor Rastman, with altered program focusing on the Ku Klux Klan.
Tickets for the minstrel show at the high school auditorium go on sale this morning. Veterans of Foreign Wars organize the event with rehearsals completed and expected full attendance on both Thursday and Friday evenings.
The tal remains of a deceased individual will be transported from Pittsburgh to Italy on May 1 aboard the steamship Dulito. Burial is planned in a small cemetery at Avola near Venice, with consul Lucei handling arrangements in the name of the Rome government.
A local group led by Mr Ruth and Wright Marsh plans a year end meeting to appoint officers and consider reorganizing. The agenda includes electing a president and secretary, reporting findings, and decisions on continuing as a club or disbanding.
The Thaw Evelyn Nesbit sanity trial in Philadelphia venue features Judge Patterson, lawyers Gray and Dickerson clashing over Thaw's fate and a demand for a speedy verdict. Gray argues for Thaw’s continued confinement as Nesbit’s counsel resists settling. Patterson scolds defense statements and presses for clarity.
The Norn Company, now in road work west of Union City, plans a bid on the Union City to Corry highway. Officials say six months may be needed to complete the project and rumor of a new steel covered bridge to replace the old log bridge circulates, though not confirmed.
Warrén imposes a fifteen cent tax on each utility pole and requires annual pole inspections. The ordinance may pass after city council action, with supporters arguing it improves street lighting and civic infrastructure.
Corry Rotarians and wives will attend a dinner dance at the State Armory tonight at eight. The Pearlese Players Orchestra will provide music for dancing.
A radio schedule fragment lists programs from WEAE WCAB WGY HO-WNAC and other stations with a midday luncheon address by President Calvin Coolidge. It mentions harmonics, concert broadcasts from WGN and KPO and a Pacific Court program, with times around 1:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. central.
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