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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1930
Page
2
Local banks close on February 12 for Lincoln's birthday and a separate Washington's birthday observance on February 22. Reports cite motor vehicle record revocations through February, theater showings and a Valentine display at New Centin Street, plus various community meetings, sales, and upcoming school board session.
United Press report from Warkin Pennsylvania states Helan Cole forty one of Shenango towns died in a suicide at the county jail after his son Ray Cole was convicted of taking money from the Wheatland post office. The incident arose from disgrace over the theft. The wife and other family members faced pressure as authorities concluded the son had a full sentence remaining.
Rumor circulates in Vatican City about Eugenia Pacelli proposed as a top Vatican secretary. The article notes Cardinal Gaspar and a possible concordat with Berlin, while referencing the so called Roman Question and ongoing congregational diplomacy.
Meadville local street railway likely to replace conventional locomotives with new gas fire motor passenger coaches. The Erie Railroad plans include five or more cars, each about 75 feet long, with 47 passenger capacity and electric drive via a gas generator.
A Philadelphia labor gathering heard Senator Thomas D. Reed and Representative Smith W. Crooker urge voters to back putting an opponent in the Senate. The speakers attacked Grundy’s record, calling for unity among Republicans to defeat the incumbent.
Walter Preset, a youth education leader at Presbyterian church, spoke at the ninth anniversary service and urged young people toward inspiring faith. The Junior choir directed by Mrs. Harry Spicer provided engaging musical numbers including selections by the boys quartet.
John Visher and Thrysa WL Amos are listed among recipients of honorary degrees at the University of Pittsburgh’s annual commencement. Madame Marie Curie is noted for receiving the same honor, with Merle Phoppe delivering the keynote speech at the service.
A garbled piece discusses religion in America, arguing universities should avoid groundless denominational bias. It mentions plans for an institution to study religion and suggests a general spiritual aim rather than specific sectarian aims, noting denominational diversity and moral education.
A fragmented report outlines Interstate concerns over reorganizing the country’s rail system. Proposals for consolidation faced delays and mixed reactions, with leaders exploring regroupings and new groupings amid political pressures and a push for stronger, more flexible operation.
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