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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1926
Page
3
Publisher Arthur Colegrovasny enters material at Corry Post Office as second class mail matter. Rates include 5.00 per year by mail and three cents per copy by Cartier. Fifteen cents per week. Advertising rates available upon application.
The article notes a major shift in postwar growth with building permits signaling record activity, surpassing the motor industry by a billion dollars. It argues housing demand extends beyond mere shelter to better homes and modern offices and factories, driving continual construction amid prosperity.
The article notes over a thousand treaties now registered with the League of Nations, arguing registered treaties gain legitimacy and reduce perceptions of “scraps of paper.” It contrasts open registers with secret deals and mentions John D. Rockefeller Jr planning a $10 million suit against Egypt over a museum for Egyptian antiquities and access to antiquarian finds.
In Feb 20 report from Tuftalo details William M. Knowlton, a former Erie Telegraph operator and Erie Herald employee, linked to a bucket shop scheme that exposed liabilities of 2 000 000 against assets of 25 000. A temporary injunction barred Knowlton and his employer from selling securities. Extradition to Canada was ordered.
A snapshot of events from 1906 includes a city election lively with contested mayoral race action, voters casting ballots in multiple precincts, and nearby civic activities. George M. Watton of Corry enlisted in the navy as Wednesay events unfolded. Edward Coyle of Meadville visited and embers discussed local improvements, a land dispute in Warren court, and lively club and league meetings set for regular High School gatherings.
In Baie, Feb 20, petitioners withdraw contest of four councilmen elected at a special North Girard election. They say original aim was to test sticker use legality, not the election outcome. A hearing on the contest is set for Tuesday Feb 23.
Troopers Watert and Andrews of the Tenters nation and Corporal clode over a farm near Port Jam and found a wounded horse and horses with severe injuries. Herbert Webster, owner, was arrested and fined $25 with suspended sentence, as authorities report brutal mistreatment on the premises.
A contentious Erie council meeting halted a proposed conservation and associated appropriation after all members except Director Kinney opposed it. The debate centered on a zoo proposal tied to a larger plan, with heated acrimony and accusations of secrecy surrounding the proceedings.
The notice from the Collector of Internal Revenue Pittsburgh appoints special collectors to handle tax returns. Deputy collectors Meilleur and McNanale will operate from the Corey Post Office and the Hirlo alien depot, with payment periods set for February 20th, 27th, and March 1st.
Report tells of James Worden, 40 years old, found frozen on a couch after smoke from a chimney alerted neighbors. Worden, who planned to fetch ginger for tea, died apparently in a solitary scene as relatives cared for him earlier, with his fiddling being noted as part of his small social life.
Sunday broadcasts feature a lineup of classical and light entertainment across stations WEAF and WIZ New York, WAR Providence, KGO Gabland, and KPOI 37 meters. Notable segments include Verdi opera excerpts, George Burrere’s Little Symphony, and a central Arkansas program.
An explosion of gas in a Dunkirk dwelling injured George Fines and injured or shattered others. The blast damaged the joint home of caretaker George Fines and his son Arthur at Gefploek vase. Fire damage estimated around 5,00 with substantial losses. The elder Hunt family occupant George Hunt assisted by escaping the cellar as the house filled with gas and flames. The heater in the cellar failed to light, triggering a chain reaction and lifting residents from their beds.
Three weeks of Salvation Army meetings begin tomorrow with an out of town speaker each evening. Lieutenant P Gibson of Erie will be present all day Sunday the 21st. A young speaker Lied Gilicon will deliver a forceful message. Attend with a friend.
A Clymer youth Reb Plymer son of Mr and Mrs Merry Rhebergen was hurt in a painful night accident on a slippery porch. He was taken to Dr Grasier for treatment. several ribs and wrist injured and expected to take days off school. Relatives in Cor and nearby towns visit as residents recover.
Mrs Mary Pawel, ex clerk at Mid wand Sayings and Pease Campunbye Mail, is charged with forgery. The case proceeds before Judge Math Lenny at criminal court with $5,000 bail set.
Taisen Reich, 24, was killed and Lulu Shore Kel was seriously injured when a vehicle crashed into a street circle in Utah. Eisenreich was killed almost instantly, Shorniekiel suffers internal injuries.
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