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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1911
Page
2
Fragmented excerpts portray discussions on taxation reforms and land value, referencing Vancouver and the United States. The text mentions infrastructure, factories, and population shifts, with historical notes on roads, coal fields, and governmental spending, all in a period tone.
A hundred dollar reward is offered in connection with a trespass conviction involving the poisoning of belongings. The notice names Clasa-d Sulline ver, Sy W. Sullinger HH, and Whittinnes as party references in the ad.
The Herald reports legal questions over Mayor Alexander of Corry seeking re nomination under new terms. County commissioners and officials weigh whether a third class city mayor can run again after constitutional changes shortening terms.
Reports from Warren describe a severe rain storm causing widespread flooding across farm lands in the region. Fields and roads were submerged, cornfields washed out, and river fords and wharves damaged. Residents retreated home as floodwaters rose, with fording sites on the Conewango and Allegheny rivers rendered unusable. Local authorities note swollen waterways and damage to structures in Warren and nearby areas.
President William Howard Taft arrives in Erie on Saturday September 16 and stays through Sunday September 17. He will be hosted by Congressman and Mrs Arthur L Bates, with events coordinated by the Chamber of Commerce directors. A large public banquet is planned at Waldateer Pavilion featuring 1600 to 1800 district representatives, with speeches expected from Senator W Chilton of West Virginia and Senator Penrose of Pennsylvania, among others.
George Golden was freed after a grand jury failed to find sufficient evidence to hold him on a charge of murdering his wife. The court discharged him from custody, with county costs to be paid for the inquiry. Prosecutors indicated further action could be pursued later.
Heavy weekend rain saturated the area causing washouts and delays on major lines. Westbound main routes suffered, with extra No. 7 diverted to alternate via Buffalo while many trains were held up. Passengers faced outages as service stalled through the affected sector.
In Warren on August 25 a horse and buggy load tipped into Conewango Creek near Langdale while Burchard, aiming to ford the stream, struggled to free both team and carriage. After a crowd aided by pulling the horses ashore, Burchard collapsed from exhaustion. The horse remained trapped long in the water. both animals were saved though the buggy was ruined. Authorities expect further court action in a separate case, with jurists delaying decisions as they review new motions. In a separate note, Arthur Maynard, 40, of Rome township, died after injuring himself with a broken tumbler at the North Warren asylum, the family of Spartanshire left in deep mourning.
Mercer Pennsylvania August 28 County Commissioners and the Har Association met to set a September or October dedication for the new court house. Officials aim to invite Governor Tener and Governor Harmon, along with state judges. A county holiday is planned with fireworks and railroads rates coordinated by a committee.
Nathaniel Howard of Alleghany reports a hunter attacked yesterday by two Indians near Aly orale. He was struck from behind with a club, but fought back, sustaining wounds and a long cut. Doctors report the injuries serious but he is recovering at home. no arrests have been made. The motive appears likely robbery, though unconfirmed.
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