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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1926

Page

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Mines Resume Operation as Mines Defy Governor

Thousands of miners return to work today as coal operators in northeast Pennsylvania restart after a five year wage agreement. The Glen Alden and Hudson Coal companies lead the restart, with others promising to follow. Despite upbeat signs, some workers face uncertainty as settlements work through job status and long-term conditions. In the same area, a massive avalanche trapped and injured workers, but rescue efforts continue with dozens accounted for.

United Prey Scranton Oliveri Glen Alden Co Hudson Coal Company Ty Vollieries Pennsylvania Pual Iit Swollon

Fear Scores Still Buried Under Snow

United Press reports a mountain disaster where a slide hit a village killing and injuring many. Miners and volunteers dug through debris as survivors and bodies were recovered amid cold, heavy snow. Rescuers from diverse backgrounds worked up the cliffside to reach trapped residents.

United Press Tandam Tumi al Ay Pyérs Idee Sahil le Brig Javaladelie Tony Marold Schlesmiany Valasi Ai Oter Joe Mienda Bearting House Calila Milness Atencia Payas Cnue Peters Toys No Undertaking Establishment

Assisted Old Time Fiddler Returns from Jamestown Tour

Intex Mecucker arrived last evening from Jamestown where she performed as accompanist for Robert Stewart on the violin for two days. Henry Fort in Detroit sent a message reporting extended attendance and enjoyment of the program. Mr Stewart, aged 0, drew attention during the recent public event. Works praised by Browhert with a note of marvel. He resides in Tumestows and Bradfort.

Jamestown Pridl Robert Stewart Pf Stowilit Henry Fort Detroit Ford Mr. Stewart Tee Tie Tumestows Bradfort

Five Best Radio Features in Montreal Area

Readable reads list radio features with times and stations across Montreal and nearby markets. Features span musical interludes, organ performances, and evening segments presented by various stations including KDEA and WNYC with multiple times and a notable hockey broadcast.

ENRM Montreal Bastern Aart Serine Tiartford Mabby Olgamill P.M. Suntral—Allrer Tolling KDEA Pittsburgh Hitage KFKX WAZ SpeingHeldi Dinner Musi WNYC New York Hoyton

Special Session Ends Amid Senate Rift in Pa Legislature

Pa Feb 18 The extraordinary session of the Pennsylvania General Assembly closes with the Senate voting against a tempering of the Finance Committee's proposal and the House approving amendments to a finance measure. The session, marked by sharp difference with the administration, adjourned after debate over publications and distribution plans for state statistics and a speech by Barr. Senator Harrison opposed the final actions.

Department of Leon Barr Harrion Tinines Senate

Milon L Brown Elected President of Radio Club

Milon L Brown is named president of the Radio Club with deputies and officers listed, aiming to improve cooperation and reduce interference. The article notes plans for committee work, a potential board, and continued efforts to enhance reception and minimize external disruption through federal cooperation, with ongoing discussions and a continued meeting schedule.

Milon L. Brown Radio Club

Sweeney in County Jail Plea and Appeal

A garbled police report notes James Sweeney facing jail time after a court plea of guilty in Erie. Authorities pursued confinement in the county jail with a pending appeal or sentence in the case.

Chambers Pleads Guilty After Hearing in Jamestown

James Chambers, returned to Jamestown by officer J Rippersberger, was arraigned before Alderman Gor Jaton. He pleaded guilty to a statutory offense and was held for the next county court term. Bail set at $1,000. he may be taken to Erie for disposition. Police had previously searched for Chambers on October 15, 1924, and he escaped from the Chautauqua county jail before being recaptured.

Offeer J Rippersberger James Chambers Jamestown Cony G.I. Gor Jaton Erie Siethe Chautauqta Plunte Maguilte Jel Excape Fontert

Good Roads Talk Delights Kiwanis Club Members

Kiwanis members heard D L Gesse of Bunce Construction discuss good roads methods including gravel macadam asphalt and concrete as well as drainage and maintenance. Walter Le Peake honored Washington and Lincoln anniversaries while Rev A O Maitland and John Healey attended. The Kiwanis orchestra provided music and Ladies Night is set for next Wednesday at the Hotel Corry with plans underway.

Kiwanis Club D.L. Gesse Bunce Construction Cmpany Mire Gesse Walter le Peake Lab George Washington Abraham Lincoln Alo. Maitland John Healey Kiwanis Orchestra Hotel Corry

Early History of Corry to Be Shown on Stage

A Woman's Club committee plans a pageant on Corry history with scenes on the region before settlement, the town's founding, industrial beginnings, and early development. They seek residents with information to volunteer, aiming for a complete historical review of the city.

Corry Sunny A Hallstrom Jane Mrray Harnes WW Campbell Hillstrom Girlin Sliss. Conatra Missy McCray Rey J. A. Maretin

Slippery Walks Cause Several Injuries in City

Early morning ice and freezing rain left sidewalks slick across the city. Two high school girls, Elizabeth Kirch and Ruth Spoon, suffered dislocated elbows after falls while both were treated by Dr. C. H. Kibler. Homeowners and delivery workers are urged to salt and clear steps to prevent further injuries.

Journal Elizabeth Kirch Ruth Spoon C.H. Kibler

Severe Midwestern Storm Disrupts Kansas City Transit

A severe midwestern storm swept Kansas City with a 56 mile gale, disrupting wire communications, delaying trains and streetcars, and closing tiles. The Weather Bureau warned of continued winter conditions with no thaw in sight and tides of eastward trains running up to nine hours late.

United Press Kansas City Bansay City

Spartansburg Riceville Road Project Fails

A Crawford County meeting failed to secure paving for the Spartansburg to Riceville Corners segment joining the Titusville Union City highway. despite petitions and county reallocation of 68000 dollars, the group split on funding and the plan to place the Spartansburg project on the primary system was blocked.

Spartansburg Riceville Corners Titusville-Union City McKinney Highway Crawford County Road Estén Corry Concord Pinchot Corry Road Sparta Riceville Crayford County Qorry

Protest Over Mexican Expulsions Moves House

Representative Boylan of New York urged a House resolution demanding the State Department disclose all information in its possession on the expulsion from Mexico of American Protestant missionaries and Catholic clergy. W Ed Marsh traveled to Washington for a day on business.

United Press Washington Mexico Boylan New York State Department House

Pinchot Veto Faces Ballot Box Measure

The session ends with action on several measures as the administration pushes reforms. The vetoed Pinchot aligned bill for ballot access and election reforms advances, while banking law revisions fail. Gas tax, Delaware River Bridge tolls, and other election bills move toward final approval.

Pinchot Dulted Press Arrisburg Gian Pleleil Elisiriel Senate House Delaware River Administration

Canine License Crackdown Arrests Sweep City

State official and new Dog catcher lead a drive against dog owners with delinquent 1925 licenses. Upwards of fifty informations issued. six hearings held with Alderman Gordon, others to be arraigned. Fines range five to ten dollars plus costs as police enforce the licensing campaign.

Winder Way Johnson State Department of Agriculture Gordon Cdses Anteher Remis Inte

Upward Trend In Stocks Across Market Leaders

New York February 18 Traders on the short side faced a sharp upside surge as General Electric and American Can reached record territory. Texas Gulf Sulphur American Brake Shoe and other specialties showed strength, hindering bears from resuming the decline. Weak spots included Mercantile Marine pier and Baldwin, yet several eased losses with recoveries as contracts rolled off.

Sy United Ftess New York General Electric American Can National Mercantile Marine Pier Brake Bailly Amn Loco Baldwin

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