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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1925
Page
3
A lengthy 1930s style column discusses imperial thought, war, and race, citing Abdel Krim and Rifian resistance as a lens on modern fighting, with musings on democracy, crime, punishment, and social reform intertwined with a discussion of crime statistics and reform efforts.
The New York Times manager argues to Congress that postal rate structures burden metropolitan newspapers and the public. He contends nationwide subscriptions are hampered by current charges and questions the fairness of applying city-focused rates to wider circulation. He warns that such policies could hinder information and education nationwide.
Historical firework safety notes report 11 deaths and 1080 injuries nationwide last month during Independence Day celebrations. The American Museum of Safety and the National Committee for Prevention of Blindness cite data from 500 outlets in 30 states, urging stricter control of firework sales and safer displays.
A Baltimore event showcased precision as a blasting expert correctly toppled a brick chimney from a stake placed 200 feet away. The crowd cheered at the claimed feat, praising the science behind the demonstration and its apparent magic.
LaVern Dunham aged 75 died this morning at a Warren hospital after lingering illness. He lived at 641 East Malg Street and leaves a wife, one son Lewis Dunham of Phillips Mill New York, and a daughter Mrs. M. Drayton of Bemus Point New York. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. W. E. Bartlett with time to be announced. Interment in Pine Grove cemetery.
United Press reports a fire at the Stewart Prov Plant in Bridgeville near Pittsburgh leveled the facility and caused about 125000 in losses. Firefighters from Pittsburgh and nearby towns battled for four hours but could not save the building as a wall threatened falls and spread to adjacent structures.
An old advertisement touts McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets as tasteless and easy to take. It claims a woman gained ten pounds in twenty days and promotes the product's vitamins, sugar coating, and stomach-friendly claim. It lists J C Condra and N J Ames & Co as sellers with directions on the box.
Cort Oriente GF AVS Wise, a longtime farming figure, accepts Governor Pinchot’s offer to join the State Public Service Commission. The choice, backed by rural advocates, positions Wise as a key regulator amid farm and cooperative concerns.
A tired man about 40, Joseph Kayka, visited an undertaking establishment twice yesterday seeking a decent burial and was told to forget thoughts of death. He reportedly ended his life by drinking carbolic acid, according to reports from Pittsburgh.
A damaged clipping reports concerns about contamination of Oil City water. The notice cites a city water department probe and health implications, noting an unusual condition in the water supply and urging caution while officials investigate the source and extent of the issue.
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