Compromise on Postal Salaries Measure Probe Fire Hydrant Menace
City officials opened a probe into a series of obstructions in fire hydrants and hoses blamed on sediment in water mains and rock chunks drawn through lines. Fire Chief Paulson urged immediate action at a council meeting, citing repeated reconnections and equipment failures during fires in Canyon block 110 and Dayton incidents. Superintendents and the water company were asked to investigate and report back to address hazards threatening firefighting effectiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Ward
Hose
Ozeles
Paulson
Tin Howe
Cony Water Supply Company
Fenery
Jorge
West Pleasant Street
Mullkie
Nogalee
Paylin
Bnt
Paulson Fine
West Grocery
Hitler
Dayton
Public Safety
Kelly
Chink Paulson
Rinsaid
Destructionn
Phe Mireter Wille
Tleiter Company
Return of Helen Patt Nencing at Bryn Mawr College
President Marion Howards Turk announced the return of Helen Patt Nencing, a noted figure, to Bryn Mawr College. The statement was delivered at the chapel, with details about the ceremony and participants forthcoming.
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United Press
Bryn Nawr
Helen ‘Patt Nencing
William Jloward Tals
Bryn Mawr
Collee
Wau
Marion Howards Turk
Chapel Hi Nomligy
City opens bids for paving projects on March 17
The council will open bids on March 17 for several paving projects including West Smith Street from West Wayne to the city line, East Main Street from the PB R tracks to Shady Avenue, and Second Ward streets. The bond issue funds the city portion of the program, with advertisements for bids to appear early next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Visy Counen
Forther
West Smith Street
Eas Main Street
Froeritk Street
Wright Street
Congress Street
Allen Street
Comrie Ibn
Wity
Ny Ri. Dickson
Mit
Wek
Council
McCray Named City Assessor to Fill Unexpired Term
C F McCray was appointed city assessor to fill the unexpired term of P I Westley, who resigned to become city treasurer. McCray, former city council member and controller, was approved by the council after filing his application. Westley’s term may run two to three more years. Archie Goldiach also filed for distant assessor in case one is needed in 1925, with council yet to decide on an assistant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P McCray
P. I. Westley
Robert Heerlein
City Commission
Cowbell
Afd
McCray
Iit
Westley
Archie Goldiach
Council
Celebration marks W B A anniversary
The Wemven's Benevolent Association of the Mac cabes celebrated its anniversary at Mac cabee Hall with flags and bunting. Over one hundred guests attended a program including vocal solos by Mrs Lester Strom and others, dances by Little Misses Leila Scott Audrey Mason and Mary Smithy, a child play Peter Pan, and an athletic stunt by Miss Evelyn Smith. Refreshments were served and a dance followed with Rathbin's orchestra providing music for dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wemven’s Benevolent Association of the Maccabes
Maccabee Hall
Lester Strom
Arthur Schuwb
Mayme Mitchell
Hurchardé
Leila Scott
Audrey Mason
Mary Smithy
Peter Pan
Allegheny River Floodstage At Franklin Forecast Rise
Franklin Pa February 24 The Allegheny river reached its highest level since ice-out at about 9 feet today and officials expect the level to reach ten feet as cold weather slows thaw. Normal stages run at ten feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pranklin
Allegheny
R.A. Ferigan
Asphalt specifications and city hiring actions approved
The City Council approved Donald Craker as assistant fire chief to fill the vacancy left by Mark Fullom. It also adopted asphalt payment plans to be added to 1925 fire specifications and ordered printing for bids. The council authorized leasing a power lawn mower with option to buy after a trial. Marion Street was referred for inspection after residents reported severe deterioration and mud trapping two machines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanford Hose Company
Donald Craker
Mark Fullom
Cowker
Paulson
K Dickson
F. G. Vaughn
Jones
Marion Street
Washington Street
Rotary Club Meeting Explores Arbitration in Business
Members heard Ed Clark chair the Business Methods Committee discuss arbitration in business at the regular Rotary meeting. Harmony Four, led by Leo Cook and others with Stise Einor Gorton as accompanist, provided selections. Olin Bracken presided in President M. K. Brown's absence. guests included Mr. Newhouse of Brie and E. J. Lewin of this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rotary Club
Ed, Clark
Cli
Harmony
Leo Cook
Harold Dietzel
Clifford Jourdet
Clyde Weir
Stise Einor Gorton
Olin Bracken
M. K. Brown
Thomas Mullen Dies at Pine Valley Home
Thomas Mullen aged 72 died at his Pine Valley home yesterday afternoon around 3 o'clock. He had been a resident for fifty years and was well known in the community. He is survived by his wife Mrs Mary Hats, two daughters Mrs Julien Liddy and another, and one son Demin Mullen. Funeral arrangements not yet announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Mullen
Pine Valley
Mullen
Valley
Mary Hats
Celeron
N.Y
Mrg
Juiien Liddy
Démin Mullen
Piqua
Ohio
THREE KILLED IN RAIL DISASTER NEAR MANHATTAN TRANSFER
A collision between an Atlantic Coast Line Express and a Philadelphia local at Manhattan Transfer, Newark NJ, killed two rail car inspectors and the engineer. Dozens were injured, many hospitalized in Newark and New York. Police aided in the investigation as trains from New York origin collided at low speed after the express halted to change locomotives.
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Coast Line
Philadelphia
Newark
Errurcaiabe
Tabentou Hospitals
New York
J Tech
Atlantic Coast Line
Manhattan
Teans of
Newak
Minstr
Washington
Pennsylvaniatation
Manhattan Transfer
Pennsylvania
Expres
Harrison
Oppose Use of Funds for Inaugural Trip in Pa
Harrisburg February debates economy as Pennsylvania lawmakers oppose funding a large delegation to the Coolidge inauguration. Democrats and independents plan to strike a $10,000 budget item for the governor’s trip, while Governor Pinchot seeks a like appropriation for his party. The move hinges on legislative and executive funding for Washington ceremonies. Paris report denies a warrant for Osborne Wood tied to a $5,000 check cashed, per police directors Lacombe and Chiappe.
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United Press
Harrisburg
Calevin Coolidge
House of Representatives
Pennsylvania
Washington
Coolidge
Senate
House
Alexander
Pinchot
Edmonds
Philadelphia
Paris
Osborne Wood
Lacombe
Judicary Police
Chiappe
Sur Te Generate
Alumni Comedy Presentation a City Success at High School
The High School Alumni Association presented the farce To The Ladies at the High School Auditorium under the Community Players banner. Arch Lyons and Ruth Mall Sheen led in a strong cast with lighthearted humor and solid performances. The show drew a fair audience and boosted a scholarship fund for Corry High School.
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High School Alumni Association
Leonard Beebe
Elsig
Mobile
Arch Lyons
Ruth Mall Sheen
Wallace Young
Chester Mullin
Frank Habbitt
John Kincaid
Mrs. GW. Wagoner
Myrtly Kincaid
Frank O'Day
Claire Jones
Frank Geiger
Tom Baker
Stanley Nichole
Milton Zalznek
Merrill Billie
Lena Cohen
Miss Fletcher
J. W. Campbell
Radio listings for five best features across stations
Broadcast schedule shows multiple stations across the northeast to Midwest with listed time slots from 8:90 P.M. Central to 10 P.M. Eastern. Entries include Victor Herbert Night on WJZ New York and WGY Schenectady, NJ Hastern event in Brunswick, and Memory Contest on WEAR New York. Other stations include WET Philadelphia, WOAR Pittsburgh, WEBI Boston, WIAR Providence, WGR Buffalo, WEAR Cleveland, WOOD Minneapolis, WG Detroit, and WDAF Kapsis city with various program names like Red Apple Club and Nighthawk Frolic.
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RTHS
Hot Springs
Victor Herbert
WJZ
New York
WGY
Schenectady
KDKA
East Pittsburgh
WRC
Washington
NJ Hastern
Brunswick Music Memory Contest Wear
WET
Philadelphia
WOAR
Pittsburgh
WEBI
Boston
WIAR
Providence
WGR
Buffalo
WEAR
Cleveland
Woo
Davesport
WOOD
Minneapolis
Paul
Detroit
WOX
Red Apple Club
WDAF
Kapsis City
Central
Pinchot Day Measure Faces Many Changes
United Press reports in Harrisburg that a conference between House and Senate Law and Order committees and interests opposed to the new dry bill was held to discuss amendments. The Hill remains in committee after two amendments exempt farmers and druggists. farmers would avoid permits and the bill aims to ease licensing concerns. Delays persist as dry lawmakers weigh governor’s intent to curb liquor while negotiations consider including cider vinegar and nonalcoholic fruit juice. No public hearing request, though dry leaders may seek one for amendments.
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United Prove
Harrisburg
House
Senate Law and Order
Senate Law and Ole
Ite
Snyder
Complaints on City Streets Prompt Mud and Pothole Concerns
Residents voiced grievances about the city's streets with many motorists unhappy over West Smith Street. Cars stalled in mud hindered business trips to Franklin, oil pans damaged, and the pavement cleanliness neglected despite melting snow. Calls to clear filth and repair damage noted the coming spring as a chance to fix issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Smith Street
Franklin
Warren Nomination Favorably Reported by Senate Panel
United Press reports that Charles J. Warren of Michigan was favorably reported for attorney general by the Senate judiciary committee in a vote of 8 to 5. The nomination proceeds to the full Senate for approval.
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United Preat
Washington
Charles J. Warren
Ichign
Senate Judiciary Committee
Postal Rates Move to Aid Salary Rises
United Press reports Washington Feb 21 conferees from the Senate and House on the postal rates and rate increase bill reached a near agreement. Newspapers would pay two cents per pound in the first two zones, three cents in the next two, six cents in the fifth and sixth zones, and nine cents in the seventh and eighth zones under the plan. Chairman Moses said the report would be sent to the Senate for action later today.
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United Press
Washington
Seraga
House
Moses
Confertés
Senate
Court Order Awaited In Columbus School Tangle
Columbus Borough ceased as a borough on January 1. The borough school board awaits a Warren court order to settle with the township. teachers have not been paid for two months and both boards are stalled. State officials said the issue has no precedent and hinges on court action.
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Columbus
Old Borough School Board
Township Board
Warren
Mporter
Wnt
State Educational Department
Harrisburg
Columbus School Board
Hott He
Tawes Ship Board
Ehhosls
Oth
Erie Young Man Is Electrocuted
Charles Daub aged 2 of 2508 French Street was instantly killed last night when he grabbed a chair on an electric light rope at Twenty-first and French Streets. He died minutes after the accident at St Vincent's hospital. Daub and Oscar Roti were walking south on French Street when Daub touched the live rope. The electric arc was struck at about ten feet from the ground. No direct reports were obtained but Gorontz Haniel presumes the boy reached the rope and grabbed the iron chair.
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Erie
Charles Daub
French Street
the Mar
Vincent's Hospital
Daub
Oscar Roti
Walla
Prenth Street
Gorontz Haniel
Miner killed in blast as 125 escape in Wheatland coal mine
In Wheatland Ind a gas explosion tore through a Standard coal mine today killing a miner. About 125 workers were in the pit at the time and escaped uninjured. Fire from the blast was brought under control with efforts by rescuers.
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Wheatland
Ind
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