City Council Adopts 13‑Mill Tax For Next Year
City Council approved Ordinance No. 625 setting a thirteen mill tax rate for the coming fiscal year with 686 mills for interest sinking and 1 mill for improvements, totaling 18 mills. The levy on a 6 161 000 assessed valuation yields about 50000 revenue plus penalties and uncollected taxes, funding various departments and a 6 161 10 permanent improvement fund. The meeting also authorized 1,000 feet of new fire hose at 145 per foot and approved multiple appropriations across departments for a balanced budget and street and public works projects.
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Department of Public Affairs
Department of Public Safety
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Safety Department
Department of Parks and
City Park
Stanford Move Company
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Morita
Court of
Porchire
Bire
Paulson
Russia and Turkey in Neutrality Pact
Soviet embassy confirms a Russo Turkish neutrality pact aimed at countering British influence in the Near East. The treaty stipulates neither side joins hostile alliances against the other and pledges neutrality if one is at war with a third power. Reports say Turkey sought Soviet aid in a potential clash with Great Britain over Mosul and that Soviet representatives renewed contacts with Turkish officials.
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Great Britain
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City Council approves small pay raises for patrolmen and officials
The council adopted on first and second readings an ordinance raising salaries for several city officials and departments. Mayor earns 500 dollars, councilmen 800, police chief 1020, patrolmen 1500 annually with a five dollar monthly raise, and other posts including City Clerk, City Solicitor, and fire department staff also increased. Final passage expected without revision.
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Northside
Former Cutting resident Rodney Bloss dies at 76
Word arrived this morning of the death of Rodney Bloss formerly of Cutting Nu Yi who lived in Avening East Springfield Ohio He was seventy six and survived by his wife one daughter and a brother Grant Blass with whom he lived Two nephews Leonard Will Blass of Corry also survive Funeral services and burial will be held at East Springfield Ohio The meeting notes reference city business cleanup and a health report showing eleven contagious disease cases including typhoid fever diphtheria whooping cough and pearl fever
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East Springfield
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Cutting
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Corry
East Sringfield
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Dunkle
Gas Station Robbery Reported by Youthful Pair
Two juvenile robbers held up the Roberts Sid White filling station near the Ohio line, escaping with 170 in cash. The incident occurred in the late afternoon and involved two employees. The station is described as one of the largest in the area.
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Rotary Club Holds Enjoyable Christmas Party
The Rotary Club of the city hosted a splendid Christmas party at Motel Corry with a full program. Rev J A Martin delivered the invocation and the Episcopal choir performed carols to the guests. A decorated Christmas tree, a delightful dinner, and gifts for members and guests capped a memorable afternoon.
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Polar nonstop flight rumors churn in Detroit circles
Rumors swirl that a nonstop polar flight may be backed by Detroit aviation interests. Reports name Henry Port or the Detroit Aviation Society as supporters and suggest an Alaska to Spitsbergen route with takeoff from Point Barrow in spring. Names linked include Lt. James Ay MacReady and George Willing among others.
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Henry Port
Detroit Aviation Society
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Alaska
Spitsbergen
Apri
James Ay MacReady
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George Willing
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Strike Parley Delayed Until After Holiday
Scranton December reports show miners and operators closer to a settlement though peace talks unlikely to resume until after Christmas. A planned meeting was postponed as negotiations continue, with progress hinging on a written guarantee from President Lewis of the United Mine Workers to join a conference under the Pinehurst plan, while operators press for broader discussion.
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John P. Surkan
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United Mine Workers
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Hisix
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Durkan
Chambers of Commerce
Yegg Activity Reported at Erie Banks and Plants
Police report a series of break ins last night including the National Biscuit Company on East High Street where robbers took a purse and cash. Entries also targeted Hil-Muil Dairy on High Street and a store on West Eleventh Street with jewelry cash and certificates stolen. One insurance Bible collection was noted as a target and officers are investigating Mayr Williams related demoralization of the police department.
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National Biscuit Company
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State Street
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Highth Street
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Tos-West Eleventh Street
New State Day Enforcement Bill Considered in Harrisburg
Horace WW Sch announced in Harrisburg that a new prohibition enforcement bill may be brought to the legislature in January. The governor indicated support for stepping up enforcement on key subjects under review by the administration.
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Horace
Columbus Avenue to Open for Winter Traffic
Arrangements by Commissioner Frank O. Howard and the State Highway Department keep North Center Street and East Columbus Avenue usable year round. Plows will link Corry and Union City storage to clear snow, ensuring Roosevelt Highway outlets stay open for Erie and Warren highway travelers despite heavy snowfall.
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Commissiur Award
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Serween Corry
Union City
Roosevelt Highway
Assur
Erie
Heighway Department
Int Corry
Corry
State Drivers Permits Expire February 28
State Highway department warns all drivers licenses expire at midnight February 28 1926 and renewal forms will be mailed to holders after January 1 1926. Instructions urge use of checks or money orders not cash and ask two questions on the form including any incapacity and prior suspensions. Drivers changing addresses must notify the Bureau of Motor Vehicles with their 1925 license number.
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Marrisburg
State Highway Department
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
French Forces Ambushed Near Damascus
A Baghdad dispatch says a convoy reported two French officers and about 100 men were massacred when rebels surrounded Hamath north of Damascus. The district is restive, with increased pillage and murder as Druse tribesmen reported successes taking Khyam and attacking towns near the Palestine border.
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Corry Remains Interested in Gas Rate Contests
Corry City Solicitor Maine Kincaid continues involvement in the Erie and Corry protests against higher gas rates. The case, tied to a long running rate dispute with the Pennsylvania Gas Company, may see a general PSC decision across the state early in 1928.
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Corry
Blaine Kincaid
Warren
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Corey
Public Service Commission
State Commission
New York State
Iroquois Gas Company
Trie
Pennsyvania Gas Company
Samuel L. Gilson
Pittsburgh
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Gilgon
Ainey
Shelby
Corry City
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Maine Kincaid
Vendleager
Doped by Cigarette Dims Erie Robbery Claim
Erie man Ethil Niemenen reports being robbed of 1500 dollars after a cigarette believed to be of strange origin left him under a spell on September 1. He says three Finns staged the act, with one later arrested in Warren and the other two in Cleveland, as he sought police help.
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Cleveland
Portland Fire Devastates Downtown Center in Million-Dollar Blaze
A massive blaze in Portland Indiana destroyed The Weiler Brothers Building, the city’s largest, and caused damage to adjacent structures in the heart of the business district. Authorities estimate property loss at about a million dollars. Fire crews fought the flames as surrounding blocks endured scorching damage.
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Clork
Initial vote tests prohibition as budget fight erupts
In Washington on December 2 the first test vote of the session set by House Republicans focused on a Treasury Post Office appropriation of 3200 million for evidence purchase by federal agents. Rep Tucker of Virginia offered an amendment banning fraud deceit and falsehood in procuring evidence as agents trap violators. Supporters argued funds enable enforcement while opponents warned of excess.
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Waslington
Howe Iit
Treasury Post Office
Washington
Fssan
Tucker
Virginia Democrat
Laree Sims
Butler Smedley Butler resigns Marine post to stay Philadelphia safety chief
General Smedley Butler resigns Brigadier General rank to remain as Philadelphia Director of Public Safety. Mayor Kendrick, citing readiness to appoint a civilian, indicates Butler is not wanted in Kendrick’s cabinet. Butler insists the appointment lasts for Kendrick's term and he will not resign. Local dispute follows as successors are discussed, with George Elliott named as potential interim.
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Edwin M. Abbot
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George Elliott
Marine
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Five Best Radio Features and Schedules
Radio program listing notes today's highlights across networks including New York City and Toronto. It mentions orchestral sets from Town Hall and hockey games from arenas, with Christmas music features and a joint program led by Vincent Lopes.
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