Weather Pair Quiet Sunday Forecast
Weather forecast notes a pair of conditions with a Sunday outlook showing fair skies and light winds. The report emphasizes calmer conditions and pleasant temperatures, suitable for outdoor plans across the region.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1913
Page
2
Weather forecast notes a pair of conditions with a Sunday outlook showing fair skies and light winds. The report emphasizes calmer conditions and pleasant temperatures, suitable for outdoor plans across the region.
The article discusses how commission or limited council government reforms could affect Corry Pennsylvania. It explains the Clark law, shifts from ward based councils to four at large nonpartisan councilmen, and the increased accountability and compensation tied to department heads. It questions feasibility in a smaller city and notes potential political motives and public welfare goals.
Citizens question the value of a mayor and four commissioners paid 1700 dollars yearly after fixed charges, noting sinking fund interest and utilities already bound. They wonder if commission government can improve efficiency while risking higher costs and uncertain leadership.
A large crowd watched the All Stars of the city rally in the tenth inning to defeat Sherman New York by 10 to 6 yesterday afternoon. Corry’s offense broke the game open after a tense early start as Holvhoek and Kinley led runners home while Umpire Keten kept calls fair, earning high praise from locals.
Reuben Vansom of Waite Street in His City suffered a heat attack yesterday afternoon. Dr. Smith treated him as he was overcome in the heat. For hours his condition was serious but today he shows considerable improvement.
Journal readers are invited to express preferences for mayor and council candidates under a new form of government. No rules, only taxpayers can submit a name, with results to be published Saturday. Many names appear, showing diverse support and no single overwhelming choice.
J St Rogers will install a system to charge and renew storage batteries each fall restoring them for spring use. The plan benefits Corry motorists by reducing winter neglect and extending battery life. Corry’s new supply store will install additional electrical facilities to support this initiative.
Mrs. Kurt Miller was found this afternoon at Frank Say’s residence near Cantor Street with gas inhalation apparatus ready. She survived the attempt and was taken to the hospital, with relatives likely to consider institutional care for her safety.
Mir. Peterson, an employee of Corry Ice Co., was seriously hurt Saturday at the plant north of the city. He slipped while moving rope from storage and sustained a badly wrenched back, being confined to bed at North Gary.
Marsal Coonandy states possession of the Crawford Thurston property and notes a $26.00 fine for trespassing or bearing onto the premises.
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