24 Apr 1924
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1924
Page
1
A long debate in the Senate over a tax measure intersects with a federal court suit involving Corry and damages. The case in Buffalo concerns a railroad company and a fatal train collision near West Columbia Avenue, with evidence and expert testimony to be presented in court.
Corry Manis named express agent at Union by official from American Railway Express Company. Appointment announced in Union City by Woyd Ruppersturger, with Manis taking over duties after four years as a clerk in the city office. Arthur Pitts succeeds Ruppersturger in Union City.
D A Hillstrom to represent Corry Chamber at the United States Chamber of Commerce meeting in Cleveland during mid month. Local chamber board members select President Wittram as liaison and appoint a committee to drive rebuilding, with full powers to reorganize. The board backs Poppy Day in support of veterans of Io iq Wars.
State Highway Department rejects all bids for Route 14 road work in Butler County bids on Route 88 in Erie County are held under advisement.
A radiator plant employee, Stewitt of Ruchdetroit, suffered severe burns this morning while handling hot metal near a cupola. He was brought to a hospital for treatment as details remain limited.
In Alliance last evening Miss Tirdbeth Cary of this city and Mr Chester A. Putnam of Oil City Pa were married at the parsonage. The bride's mother Mrs Cary and the bridegroom's father were present. The couple will reside in Oil City, Pa.
The proposed bonus plan advances compensation for veterans based on home service at 14 dollars daily and overseas service at 15 dollars daily with cap limits. It includes cash payments, additional 20 year paid up life policies, and adjusted policy face values tied to age and insurance figures, with banks underwriting the policy value share.
Lieut A W Thompson and veterans present a Minstrel Show at the High School Auditorium tonight with a full program including songs by Lilly Vranas and The Harmony Found. Cast features Helen Lindquist and Miss Liberty with RW Brown as interlocutor. event aims to fill the house after rehearsals with guest performers from Erie and Silver Creek.
A Chautauqua County farmer, Leon Straight, killed his wife at their Sheridan home and shot himself after a confrontation with two men present. Police found the bodies, and Straight was hospitalized as investigators gathered details of the fatal incident and family history.
Evie Sampley, injured when struck by a north center street trolley car in Mes, remained unconscious for over three years before death. Relatives planned funerals at the home of Mrs. George Pawlikner with burial at West Lawn Cemetery.
A chaotic report from April 24 outlines a Senate inquiry into Senator Wheeler and Interior Department actions. Protests erupt as eight to ten citizens and Deputy Sydney Mippel resist an assertion of influence. The piece weaves scattered names and places including Rockleigh New York and Leavenworth, with multiple unrelated items scattered through the paragraph.
A Bird Day lecture will be held at the high school tomorrow morning in observance of Bird Day. Me Tandon, instructor, will present the program and students are invited to attend.
A digest of radio feature highlights across cities with performances by Harvey Hindermyer tenor Earle Tucl enman baritone Vincent Ho Pare cy and others. Listings include WJAX Cleveland WJ4 New York WFAA Dallas and regional orchestral and choral broadcasts with varied start times and affiliations.
The Journal warns readers against unapproved solicitations for funds or campaigns claimed to support boys. Arthur Colegrove notes fear of misused appeals and urges readers to withhold donations until official verification is provided.
A call goes out for motorists to attend a meeting of the Automobile Club at the Masonic Hall in Titusville to discuss reorganizing the club, creating new officers, and boosting membership. The notice urges drivers and owners to join, help with activities, and support automobile safety and advocacy efforts.
United Press reports London May 23 with signs the Lloyd George MacDonald led government faces imminent collapse. Liberal and Conservative factions discuss withdrawal of support as ex Premier Lloyd George and Premier MacDonald rally factions, threatening resignation and a general election.
Superintendent Moore reports repairs to street lighting circuits after two nights of outages caused by burnt circuit fuses from contact with high voltage wires. Normal service is expected to be restored tonight across all city areas.
Mrs Margaret Costello widow of Thomas Costello died after a short illness in Nome Roaches Crowang. She lived in the area forty three years and leaves three sons and one brother. Survived by a large family including grandchildren. Funeral from St Thomas Church Saturday at 9 30 with Rev Fr Tratey officiating. Interment in St Thomas cemetery. Dr J M Hodges departed for Erie.
A court in Lamberton reserved decision on charges involving Franklin Manufacturing Company officers and local figures. The hearing discussed a $9 000 tax income adjustment for the years IND and WOO and a $1 800 note alleged to relate to the case, with witnesses noting no evidence of direct bribery by officials.
A reform bill and a separate bonus proposal dominated national finance coverage. Reports describe the plan to fund a $145,000,000 first year bonus and related revenue shifts, with observers noting likely Senate and House action and possible presidential veto.
An OCR fragment lists numerous corporations and brands across sectors including Bethlehem Steel General Motors Reading Republic Steel Union Oil Shell US Rubber Westinghouse and Union Gas. It reads like a brokerage or industry directory with scattered city and state credits and no clear event or narrative.
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