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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1926

Page

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Erie Hearing on Bus Line Certificate Set for Wednesday

A hearing in Erie is scheduled for Wednesday to consider a certificate of public convenience for Wigkee and Stultz of the Kin County Bus Line. The Rye Counts Bye Line owners also face a hearing over proposed operations, with opposition from the railroad company and concerns about expansion. If approved, the service would run from Union City to Erie, including Waterford and Bre, starting at seven.

Erie County Bus Line Erie Iilin Chive Waterford Bese Tui Bny Palitic Service Commission Wigkee and Stultz Kine Chintatision Nulroal Company Iivurable Saions Wwenead Evie Lily Gleick

Methods of Dry Raiders Are Defended

United Press reports defense by Reed Erick Haired, administrator in Pittsburgh, of federal prohibition raids in Meadford and surrounding towns. He says raids in McKean and surrounding counties faced opposition but used no excessive force. Raids extended from Pittsburgh to Townsend, Ford, and Port Allegheny. cases to be tried in Podercourt.

United Press Puptshurgh Meadford Pai Reeds Erick Pennsylvania Pittstaregh McKean Pittsburgh Tobnvonburg Sacl Ford Allegheny Ene

Goff Opposes Appointment In Senate Debate

In Washington on June 5 a Young insurgent Senator Gerald Nye argued that the people of the state should elect their own representatives and that Governor Sorlie erred in appointing a successor last November. Nye condemned the appointment as illegal and urged a special election for the Ladd seat.

Ly United Washington Jun Gerald P Nyeigah Neth Dikoth Goff West Viewlnid Republica Olibitte Senatoday Sorlie Ladd Nive

Sweeping Municipal Shakeup at Warren

A dramatic administration change unfolds in Warren as new councilmembers and officials are elected. Borough officers including secretary treasurer solicitor street commissioner and police chief face replacement with terms set to begin February 1 amid plans for new committees and standard re organization.

Witten Rip Burgess TL Chapmas Met Art Bue Oved Vi MacTonall Joi Perriw Connell Susceed Harry A. Logan Emibereal Cosel Martin Whaleben Charles SM Gordon Street Manetis Larson Hght

Compensation Claims Heard Here Today

Hearings conducted in the city building reheard compensation claims from workers injured at a junk yard on September 11, 1924. Testimony cited a contusion and workers contested liability while an insurer petition sought termination of prior compensation grants. The session included witnesses from Columbus and local employers, noting prior theft-related compensation actions.

Soper Smith State Copensation Reseyer Lip Smith Joseph Goldstein Warter Iliepal I Hiramemus Samuel Bavingurten Cion Smith Hugh Peterson Kenny

Train wreck injures none as seven cars derail near Wilmington

United Press reports a Washington to Boston passenger train derailed near Northeast Maryland with seven cars leaving the rails after a locomotive split a switch while shifting. No injuries reported though tracks were badly torn up. Passengers were reassigned to another train and rerouted over lines via Wilmington to New York and Boston, arriving about six hours late.

Washington Pennsylvania New York Boston

Rotary Club Meeting Highlights Frank Geiger Talk

Members heard Frank D. Geiger of Real Sills discuss silk processing from raw Japanese silk to finished products. The informative talk covered handling silk and its side products. A. Gh. Buller was welcomed into the club.

Rotay Cine Vonay Frank D. Geiger Real Sills Company Japan A. Gh. Buller

Bond Issue Approved by Stockholders at Corry Club Meeting

Stockholders of the Corry Country Club approved a $40,000 bond issue at last evening’s annual meeting to consolidate existing indebtedness. About $20,000 of the issue is reportedly sold, with $15,000 to $20,000 more to be offered to remaining members, possibly in $150 bonds. The club’s treasurer reported revenue exceeding expenses by about $1,800 for the year, enabling an estimated $1,000 annual retirement of bonds. Directors for the coming year were named, and Harrison Rempel announced he declined to serve as director, prompting a new election.

Corry Jewis Cluwh Stewart BN Ames Don Kincaid Car van Taill G A. Shea He A. Curtis H. 1 Keppel H. Wy Parkép C.F. Biss Aarrison 11 Rempel

Central Cash Market Change in Ownership

George A. Stocktor completed a repurchase deal for the Central Cash Market from William Devereaux. The market passed to Stocktor on Monday as Devereaux, once a familiar figure in the city, announced his future plans.

George A. Stocktor Yesterdy William Devereaux Wakr

Reverend M. S. Ashton Accepts Call to New Brighton

Rev Mortimer S Ashton resigns after seven years as rector of Emmanuel Church Erie and accepts a call to Christchurch New Brighton Pa. Parish reports show improved finances and property upgrades totaling $21,000 since 1918, with $5400 still pledged. Archdeacon Kangas attended and praised the congregation. Ashton active in civic groups and Chamber of Commerce. The move ends his notable Erie parish leadership.

Treasuirer Archiesuon Miliba S. Kanga Diocese of Erie Mrshton Gott Church du Audition Emmanuel Church Me Ashton Hims Chamber of Comerce Mainy Vnlid New Brighton Pittsburgh Diorese

Evelyn Thaw Takes Poison in Chicago Tragedy

Evelyn Newhit Thaw, wife of Harry K. Thaw, reportedly ingested a poison at the Chicago hospital after a period of low mood. Miss Gussie Accade and Dr Brand described her condition, with Russell, 17, accompanying his mother. motive and circumstances remain unclear as investigators seek light on the distressing act.

Chicago Evelyn Newhit Thaw Harry K. Thaw Thomas Brand Evelyn Gussie Accade Gussie Brand Read Russell Evelyn Lis Gassie Ofid

Private Muscle Shoals Lease Passes Narrow Senate Vote

A congressional vote clears a private lease proposal for Muscle Shoals. The measure passes 248 to 27 in the House, moving toward a Senate debate on the commission plan and the lease terms.

United Press Washington Senate

Bentley Reappointed Postmaster for Four-Year Term

Postmaster S. Bentley was formally notified of Senate confirmation for another four years. The appointment, approved by President Calvin Coolidge, extends his term after the previous term expired December 26. Friends of Postmaster Heatley note his long service in city postal roles before the promotion.

Senate Pstminster S. Bentley United States Senate Calvin Coolidge Bentley S. Heatley

Pepper Not Yet Backed by Pittsburgh Republicans

In Pittsburgh on January 5 the Republican organization refrained from endorsing George W Pepper for the United States Senate seat. The event followed talks among East and West politicians about filling the new city administration, with Congressman William S Ware presiding and William Mellon commenting that the Mellon interests have not committed to Pepper's candidacy.

United Press Pittsburgh George W.pepper United States Senate Willam S. Ware WL. Mellon Mellon Pennsylvania Pepper

Fire destroys Mendel and Company hat works in Reading

A blaze last night swept through the Paul B Mendel and Company plant in Reading, causing about 300000 dollars in damage. The fire began in the rear, raced through the elevator shaft and stairs to upper floors, before firemen arrived. Spectator Mrs Albert Keiser was knocked down by a log and suffered a broken arm.

Reading Paul B, Mendel and Company Albert Keiser Ann

Senate probes Aluminum Company antitrust case inquiry

Washington January 5 a resolution calling for a Senate inquiry into how government actions affected antitrust proceedings against the Aluminum Company of America, reportedly controlled by Treasury Secretary Molen, was introduced in the Senate today by Senator Walsh Democrat of Montana.

United Press Wastusgton Senate

Oklahoma pair store bandits still believed at large

Corry police and rail authorities pursue two traveling suspects linked to jewelry thefts in Steubenville and other cities. Detectives report the men refuse to reveal how they obtained watches and evaded capture while moving across Ohio and nearby states. Local investigations include jewelry dealers and railroad officials seeking clues to their movements and possible robberies.

John Kean Miller Tilt Okla Allegel Erie Seritente Pennsylvania Corry Conroy Jewslers Protective Willswee Knap Tito Steubenville Vanush Ohio Sciwiis Aniseriouy Legal Police New York Itate

Physical Culture Class For Women Meeting Planned

Plans for a women’s physical culture class will be discussed at a meeting Wednesday at 7 in the arena of the Junior High School. Miss Cornell, director of physical culture, will oversee the project and a large class is hoped. Members of the Women’s Club and other interested individuals are urged to attend.

Cornell Woman’s Club

Fine Concert Presented by Welsh Company at High School

A splendid program by the Welsh Concert Company appeared at the High School auditorium under the auspices of the Presbyterian choir. The trio, two men and one woman with a violinist, offered a varied entertaining program and received warm applause from attendees. John Amacher departed for brief business visit.

Presbyterian Choir

Mine Owners Endorse Stand of Delegates

New York January 5 United Mine Workers and anthracite operators met at the Waldorf to reaffirm positions in the stalemate over the coal hike. John Lewis said no change in the situation and urged resumption of negotiations to end the strike. Delegates from Scranton and Major Anglis pressed for an end to suffering as workers face hardship.

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Today’s Five Best Radio Features Highlighted Broadcasts

A listing of radio features across stations including WRC Washington WJ% and WGY 7 80 P M Bastenn Marine Band 8 40 to 11 P M Bastenn Joint Program WHO Des Moines 1 P M Central and WBZ Springfield 8 P M Bast ern Hockey Boston Pittsburgh WIV Schenectady 0 P M Busty em Chermiavsky Trio Apollan haji Readable fragments note unclear schedule and program names.

WRC Washington WGY Bastern—Marine Band WEAE Bastenn Des Moines Little Symphony WBZ Springfield Bastern Boston-Pittsburgh

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Warren G. Scott Smith Rotary Club Country Club Ashton Hela A of Emmanuel Evelyn Thaw Oklahoma Knap and John Amacher B. P Lute Meadville Leona McMahon Aline J. J. Spiesan
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