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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1910
Page
1
Warren National Bank announces opening an account with emphasis on security, thrift, and sound business principles. It promises courteous service and a wide range of banking capabilities for customers seeking trustworthy financial support and guidance.
In Woldinevon Jan 12 report insurgents debate quitting and attending the caucus to select a committee for the Ballinger Pinchot inquiry. Speaker Cannon resists resignation while factions weigh attendance, with party unity and committee control at stake.
In Panxsutawney Pennsylvania two workers died and another was severely burned while rescuing a fellow employee at the Warren National Bank? The incident at a local beer plant involved fumes from tank operations. Victims were identified as William Williamson and George Myers, with Wallace Hull among the rescuers, all overcome during the attempt to save colleagues.
Irregular words describe Charles P Taft weighing whether to enter the Ohio senatorial race. He attended a White House reception in January but had not decided if he would run. Reports suggest he may decline, while speculation about party support and candidacy persists amid doubt over next steps.
Disjointed reports from New York and Wilkes-Barre outline an explosion at Nottingham colliery causing injuries and possible fatalities. Officials seek full details as rescue and recovery work continues amid dangerous conditions and ongoing investigations into bench conduct and umpire treatment in major leagues.
A report spread across Herkimer county over ten days claims Anthenolte coal in paying quantities has been mined near Salisburg. Prospecting continues as frost lifts, with shafts planned by locals who believe valuable coal lies beneath. Officials say the region’s geology has long suggested coal potential, though details remain uncertain.
A notice posted across J. P. Frick Company plants announces a ten percent wage advance. Effective January 16, the move aligns with steel industry trends following the prior 1907 wage reinstatement and post-panic adjustments. The United States Steel Corporation-linked plants are included, signaling a broad industry shift in wages and labor expectations.
The bank in Warren, Pennsylvania, chartered August 6, 1864, marks over 20 years of continuous operation with extensions in 1884 and 1904, showcasing its status as the oldest bank in Warren County.
McKeeport area reports a wild barbershop incident where Joseph Robinson threatened Porter with a razor during a shaving dispute. Police intervened as the barber cornered the customer, Robinson was examined and deemed insane and sent to the county home amid a chaotic scene. Nearby, two Sing Sing convicts Frank and Nedwich escaped in New York, pursued to Tarrytown, with a $50 reward tied to their recapture.
In Indianapolis on January 12 Dr Kaward Krammers testified in federal court about benzoate of soda. Professor Folin of Harvard was asked if daily intake of one tenth of 1 percent in all foods would harm. He argued occasional use is safe for most, noting no evidence that small amounts in fruit flavoring cause harm, unlike alum.
Washington remarks from Senator Scott and the House Agriculture Committee discuss the agriculture appropriation bill. The measure would provide about 17 million dollars, similar to this year, while the Forest Service requests around 4 million in funds.
Ohio petition nominating Charles Dick for re election as senator was presented by Secretary of State and chief supervisor of elections. The document was signed by Noah of Akron.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Longfellow and a burial, with unclear names and locations. The readable bits mention Longfellow’s grave and a Monry or Mouse Auburn context, suggesting a historical or memorial note needing clarification.
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