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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1913
Page
2
The May or J L Alexander message to councils reviews the past year s municipal operations. It highlights pavements sewers sidewalks and street work improvements a satisfactory fire alarm extension strong finances and cleared litigation. Recommendations on garbage disposal street lighting and new fire apparatus drew public and council approval.
United Press reports D. P. Gerberich of Lebanon elected president pro forma of the Senate as Pennsylvania legislature convenes. House struggles over speakership with multiple nominations. confusion noted as ballot preparations proceed. Committees move through both chambers prior to final balloting.
A motivational piece urging readers to seize opportunities as they arise. It argues that recognizing and acting on chances fuels progress and character, guiding bold plans to lasting deeds and success. The essay emphasizes patience, courage, and timely action to transform chances into worthwhile achievements.
Thomas O'Brien, a longtime Corry resident and Downer oil refinery worker, died at his Sengon street home after several weeks of illness. Aged 74, born in Ireland and raised in Canada before settling in Corry, he leaves six children J G Fox of Ott City Anna and Buxehetti of Ol City Arthur N. Mareavolving at home James in Milwaukee. Family awaiting final arrangements with all children expected home.
Harrisburg dispatch reports Governor Tener ordered reinstatement of deputies fired by Chief Delaney in a statewide purge of factory inspector staff. Delaney, questioned on the removals, declined comment but claimed he acted to remove several inspectors. The governor stated the dismissals were summary and without proper inquiry, promising reinstatement where appropriate.
The Municipal Club Basketball team holds an open schedule with a planned out of town game on the twenty fourth. They will travel to Erie to play the Erie Athletics. Additional away and home games are still being considered and a full schedule for the year will be announced in a few days. The club also hopes to arrange more matches with top tennis in the region.
Hy United, Brees Pillstime reports a Central Exchange telephone operator, May Harnest, was found dead in downtown dirt today after swallowing carbolic acid. Associates say she has been in poor health for months and increasingly despondent, despite plans to go to work.
The Municipal Club held its semiannual election and business meeting last evening in the Path block rooms on Main street. Mohard Dawson was chosen president, Robert Barlow vice president, and Walter Bentley secretary and treasurer. Paul Downey was elected to the Board of Directors along with Dawson, Barlow, and Bentley. A luncheon was served by Caberer Ray Powers, followed by a smoker and social session. The club appears strong with about thirty-three members. Sandwich baskets were later taken to the Seaman family on West Piens Ant street.
Past Commander Baker officiated the installation of officers at Corry Tent 10 KO TM last night. Officers elected included Pettit Past Commander D A Roschie Joseph Koentner Lieut Commander 71 Westley Neward Keeper Mangell Chaplain Weeks II Sergeant C L Wilson Mauster Army John Newcombe Master of Guard Harold Young 2nd Master of Guard West ley Sontings J N Marks Pickett. Refreshments followed in the 21h rooms.
Corry Methodists announce a new program to supervise children during Friday morning services. Two young members will run the kindergarten style department in a Sunday School room to care for younger children while parents attend worship. The trial begins next Sunday and aims to ease mothers’ attendance with no objection expected from the Kiddies.
Thursday evening the non commissioned officers of Company A will meet with Mayor Alexander and officers to discuss recruiting. Colonel Rickirdy urged a united effort to form a definite program for reorganizing the company. Several young men in the city have already shown interest in joining.
Fragmentary note lists gloves and a price mention of sixty dollars with scattered words about locations or colors, but the meaning and entities are indeterminate. No identifiable people, organizations, or events can be confirmed from the provided line.
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