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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1913
Page
4
By United Press from Pittsburgh on August 7 a mine operator plans to test a portable telephone device perfected at the United States Bureau of Mines designed to rescue millers trapped in cave-ins. The system would allow trapped workers to signal rescuers quickly and coordinate efforts.
A described device uses a helmet like headgear worn by operators with a transmitter and a sensitive plate. A wire runs outside to a surface unit, allowing isolated mine sections to stay in contact with workers below. The system is designed to keep ventilation and safety lines open amid excavation.
The Frawley Committee pressed alleged new evidence tying Governor Sulzer to campaign funds and stock purchases. Documents show checks totaling $1,000 from Henry Morgan, $300 from John Lyn, and $600 from John Lyn & Co, not listed in Sulzer’s sworn receipts. The panel questions deposits to Sulzer’s private accounts and a $11,800 purchase of Cleveland Cincinnati Chicago stock, with witnesses blocking inquiry.
A telephone call to Bellevue Hospital prompted an ambulance to West 410 Street where Williamne Pout found Mrs. Charlotte Banks in need of obstetric aid. He transported her to Bellevue where she delivered a seven pound girl in the receiving room. She and the second infant soon moved to the maternity ward. Shortly after, a brother to the two girls was born.
Ex governor John Lind acts as special American envoy as Minnesota in a baseball trade. Otis Cranford Crandall moves from Pittsburg to St Louis, Giants receive Larry McLean. Deal completed by wire through manager Huggins. Crandall reports to St Louis, McLean joins Giants in Cincinnati. No cash changes hands.
In New York the American Bankers Association favors a nationwide currency regulation plan to be discussed at a major conference. Chicago will host the congress after telegraphic summons following the Democratic convention. A leading New York banker stressed the conference's urgency while opposing mere token reform. A two year old boy, son of a Mr. Vinegar, drowned in an accident reported near Paris.
Corry Pennsylvania National Bank of Corry under President Henry Keppel and cashier Cauhter announces general banking services. Highlights include time deposit interests and drafts on foreign countries as part of new offerings and expanded services.
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