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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1926
Page
1
A major blaze at Wattsburg early today destroyed a filling station and caused extensive damage estimated around 84000 dollars. Firefighters from Wattsburg and nearby agencies fought the flames with air and ground support, while authorities coordinated mutual aid from Corry and Erie. No injuries reported. investigation into the cause is underway.
Radio listings highlight WBZ Springfield program details including hockey matchups and opera excerpts. Programs feature Bowton versus New York, KGO Oakland schedule, and late-evening classical performances from WBS New York and WEAF. Public notices reference Lincoln Memorial program scheduling and string quartet performances.
A scrambled report shows a sheriff’s action as deputies escort convicted bandits from a courthouse. Names such as Harry Marks and Arthur Tair field appear among those sentenced to nine years. The incident references a payroll crime and a daring attempt that failed, with deputies Snell and Howland present.
Thad S Bentley named manager of the Phoenix Hotel, succeeding previous operators. The move comes amid a period of facility improvements and renewed service focus. Bentley, with prior hotel management in Philadelphia Atlantic City and Washington, is expected to lead operations with emphasis on guest experience and staff coordination.
Charles Ponzi arrived in Jacksonville amid fanfare, facing new charges tied to alleged violations of federal trust and securities acts. The case centers on his past wealth scheme and the alleged deception in soliciting funds.
The Ridulation Board postpones its regular meeting to Friday evening amid a special committee report on disposal of property. Residents and officials express concern as directors discuss the public purchase plan and related fallout from the Fairgemunds project.
A Corry woman, Mrs. Chases Cooper of Hammond Street, was found not guilty of operating a disorderly house. The verdict came by jury shortly after 8 oclock yesterday, with deliberations estimated at only a few minutes. Proceedings included witnesses and courtroom details, while local residents and visitors were noted in court day coverage.
United Press report from Washington notes the Senate urged President Coolidge to convene anthracite mine operators to discuss settlement of a six month mining suspension. The resolution, adopted 7 to 21 with Finance Chairman Strob proposing to delay action, signals urgency for a negotiated solution. Pennsylvania Legislature coverage follows from Harrisburg.
Washington feb 9 President Coolidge refused a Senate request to take six months action to settle the anthracite coal strike. A Steele bill to take over the mines was reported favorably by the Mines and Mining committee. Majority minded officials say the White House will not back government mediation.
In Pittsburgh on February 6, a coroner's jury charged Harry Korchen a motorman with manslaughter over the Neville Island crash near the Ohio River on January 17. Testimony showed the streetcar was in good condition when Korchan, then in charge, guided it into the river killing four people.
Local activists in Corry join Columbus and Bear Lake in circulating petitions seeking early state highway department action to place the Bear Lake to Columbus road on the primary system. Rotary Club backs the push. Kiwanis may pass a similar resolution. Affected villages report surveys and route changes under consideration with a summer attention plan.
Corry Counsel Knights of Columbus plan a Wednesday evening barn dance at the State Armory. A concert by the Powers Pep Orchestra of Titusville will precede the dancing, featuring Gilbert and Sullivan light opera selections, Massenet Meditation, Grove Rosary vocals, Rubenstein Kamme and Ostraw, and Massey Prisoner’s Song. The Knights promise a well prepared program and an equally elaborate party.
A Journal reprints a December 10 1804 gas bill showing gas sold at 24 cents per thousand cubic feet with a 2 cent discount if paid by the tenth. Now local gas lists 75 cents per thousand. The bill cites HE Manley as manager and records November usage of 2000 cubic feet, totaling 44 dollars less a 4 cent discount.
Special to The Journal Erie Pa Three children ages 1 7 and 9 suffocated when fire destroyed their North East home. Grandparents away at church, mother a widow working in Erie. Fire likely sparked by an oil stove explosion. Home damage estimated at 3000. Coroner Dan Hanley investigates likely inquest this week.
Amid a federal suit the Building and Loan Assn names and officers face halts on mergers as Hoover replies to charges of stalling pdl legislation. Reports say regulators probe consolidations across oil steel and drugs, with Sea lings of attention on Continental Bal ing and Clayton Act implications.
Attendance strong as stockholders reelected Welng HO Ketner John Lanston and JL Spiesman to the board The new officers are A L Foster president H O Ketner vice president FE York secretary and HE Manley treasurer The association reports over 24000 loaned with several homes under construction and continues a six percent dividend paid in two three percent installments Officials aim to grow the institution to 100000 by next year with member support and new investor interest.
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