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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1920
Page
3
A Corry Pa. newspaper column questions the value of a 425000 annual pay for a university president, comparing it to Michigan and others. It argues huge salaries may be unjustified and cites broader concerns about education funding and professional remuneration in academia.
A historical excerpt discusses whether the college president merited his salary amid criticism of concealment and praise for benefits. The speaker argues reform through personal accountability and urges families to compile and print their histories for private education, noting pride and achievement.
An old man records a family history claiming a grand lineage and eight copies of his work for heirs. It notes a wealth of relatives and a stable circle, while hinting at scandals of a cousin’s affair and a forgery case.
Warrishurg reports statewide growth in 98 cities over ten years. total urban population rose 571,098 to 3,803,888 in 1920 from 3,231,605 in 1910. Philadelphia remains largest. Pittsburgh and Scranton rise as second and third class leaders. Bethlehem shows 262 percent gain after Bethlehem and South Bethlehem merged.
Frank Clarke and Harry Doyo, recently arrested in File, are still in custody as efforts to identify the loot from a series of dental office robberies continue. The Warren Mirror reports Dr. Victor McAlpin and Police Chief Whalehon returned from Erie to try and match the loot, seized from two suspects, to the Warren dentist.
Letters testamentary issued to Lewis Olds of Kincaid. Heirs and creditors must settle debts and present claims promptly to Kincaid Beotutor Attorneys at 8124 3147.
Local ad promises roof repair painting or coating with guaranteed workmanship by W O Amy of Bell. The short notice emphasizes immediate action and the host coating of paint with a bold call to do it now.
Bell Telephone listing shows a residential and office address at 272M Center Street in the Horn Block district. The entry notes Bell Phone service for residence and office use with location details. No additional context or events are provided.
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