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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1913
Page
4
P R R moves to address a growing car shortage blamed on crop transport and increased traffic. Riverdown rail line shows limited spare capacity, while shippers and merchants appeal to authorities. The initiative targets easing freight bottlenecks and preventing a repeat of prior shortages in the coming harvest season.
A veteran lawyer from Allentown argues the Pennsylvania commission form demands intelligent, broadminded leaders. He notes the law is far reaching, not for ward heelers, and stresses voters must choose capable, diligent commissioners rather than mere office seekers.
Delegates from Greece Romania Bulgaria and Bulgaria depart Bucharest after a successful peace meeting. The pact formalizing peace was argued at yesterday morning and the ceremony occurred in the cathedral in the afternoon.
In a severe storm, lightning struck in East New York and caused multiple fatalities and injuries. An unidentified Italian man died after a tree collapse near Pelbunify Park, while several others were severely hurt. A trolley stampede, park panics, and widespread property damage followed as power failed and trees toppled. Drowning incidents occurred on Staten Island and on the Hudson flyer drew a man from the Bronx.
From the London Times Sir Kapton urges England to reconsider participation in the San Francisco exposition ahead of the Panama Canal opening. The report notes Lipton’s call and references shifting international attention and policy signals.
The Chautauqua management schedules an August display by aviator Al Jy Engel of the Curtis Experimental Station. Demonstrations will show a 185 horsepower hydroplane in air at 100 mph, 45 mph on water, with two flights and occasional passenger rides. Lectures by Garda company reps will accompany the displays. Access to the airfield and grounds is free except for standard admission.
Walter H. Green and his wife departed Yonkers this morning on their second six thousand mile canoe trip. They headed to Waterford to enter the Erie Canal where they will proceed along the waterway.
A report by United Press from New York states two motorboats were blown out to sea by squalls striking the bar near New York Harbor. About ten days ago two people were aboard the vent craft and are now missing. no state has reported sightings yet. It is believed the missing pair were aboard both boats and may have been adrift for several days.
Mrs Adelia Crowell wife of AO Crowell aged 84 died after an illness at her Corry home. She lived in Texas years and Concord earlier, beloved by many. Survived by husband two daughters Mrs George Dowsa of Hagersville Canada Mrs D R Blakenten of Corry and sons Charles Growall of Wyaupaullieka Ohio and Frank M Crowell of Corry, plus two brothers Charles McCray of Concord and Les McCray. Funeral 1 pm Tuesday from her home and 2:30 pm at McCray church Concord with burial in the church cemetery.
Newark police report two brothers Caspar Provintano and Jonuph Provintano slain by gunmen who also wounded a woman named Ila Worl Jushardé. A third brother Shivatore Provintano was left fatally wounded and died later. Police pursue leads as four suspects were released recently after a gunfire incident at the stake hold. Community shaken as investigators run down possible ties to a larger gunpowder ring.
A worker suffered severe hand injuries when fingers were severed in a pulley mechanism. The incident occurred yesterday at a location described by witnesses as a busy workshop. Emergency responders transported the injured person, and authorities began a routine investigation into the safety practices and equipment condition.
An advertisement seeking an office or bookkeeping position mentions Ursa, a Portland link, and a vocational booklet. It offers placement after graduation with practical instruction and personal guidance.
New York dispatch reports Governor Sulzer not yet indicted as Frawley committee debates impeachment strategy. Members split on action with several favoring indictments while others fear impeachment could fail. Albany and New York figures, including Tammany leaders and Assembly Democrats, weigh next steps amid ongoing disclosure controversy.
A vintage ad touts Putnam's Extractor for removing corns and callouses fast. It promises painless treatment, cites a low cost of 26 cents per bottle, and credits druggists Dawney and others for recommendation.
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