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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1927

Page

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Former State Assemblyman Enters Contest for State Senate

Lt. Raymond of Greenfield Township and John King are mentioned in reports that Raymond will file as an independent to contest the vacancy created by the death of Senator Griswold. Erie attorney Sam Rossiter has GOP endorsement, with Miles Kixts withdrawing from the race.

Greenfield Township Marvin E. Griswold Raymond John Couty Erie Marvin Plagt Sam ¥. Rossiter Republican Party Miles Sener Tur Griswold Typkol Rossiter Alser

Measure Would Delay Utility Rate Increases

A proposed bill by Senator Albert Davis of Scranton would require Public Service Commission approval before any utility rate hikes. The measure, backed by Assemblyman John Hi King, targets street railways buses water gas electric and telecom tariffs. It aims to delay boosts already pursued by the Pennsylvania Gas Company and related contests pending PSC review.

John Hi. King House Senate Hurrishues Albert Davis Scranton Public Service Commission Commission Pennsylvania Wbhre Publi Service Commission Davis

Fire Ignores Oil City as Wall Collapses. $300000 Loss Reported

A blaze in Oil City gutted the four story Odd Fellows building on Seneca street with estimated damages near 300000. A fireman was overcome by smoke and several others escaped serious injury as walls collapsed. The Lyric theatre and TonTon Store occupied the first floor while nearby shops suffered water and smoke damage.

United Prow Oil Ofpy Oil City Odd Fellows Fiall Tia Aftemibon Odd Fellows Sensca Street Bre Lyric Theatre Toeton

White Way for West Main Street Assured by Merchants

Merchants along West Main Street have subscribed funds to purchase ornamental white way streetlight fixtures. The city council was informed the campaign raised enough capital to install several special lights, with plans to add more on the south side as requested. The new lighting will brighten the street and benefit both merchants and residents after years of poor illumination.

West Main Street

Chaplin vows to contest divorce suit over custody

Charlie Chaplin, shown without his familiar attire, says he will fight the divorce filed by Lita Grey Chaplin. He blames his wife's family for the trouble and says the custody battle over their two children will be central. He accuses Grey of cruelty in her petitions and defends his character to reporters.

Umivo New York Chanstie Chaps Lita Grey Chaplin Chaplin Taplin Sail Tintoe

Blizzard and Zero Wave Grips West

A blizzard and cold wave swept the middle west today. Snow fell for 38 hours, more than a foot in places, closing streetcars and halting traffic. Chicago reported five deaths and three years of serious injuries as 3,000 workers cleared streets and costs topped a million dollars.

Chicago Jan. M Middle-West Mercury Preidt Sera Weaither Bby Sibucus

Penna Crude Oil Prices Advanced

In Pittsburgh on January 14, Pennsylvania grade oil and Bradford district oil prices rose 25 to 30 cents per barrel. The new schedule, issued by the Joseph Seep Purchasing Agency, lists Penna Grade Oil in New York Transit Co. and National Transit Co. as higher by 25 cents to 2 dollars and 90 cents. The Civil Service Board also reports six applicants for city police positions were received and examined in the afternoon.

United Press Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Bradford District Joseph Seep New York Transit Co Bradford Nationa Transit Co National Transit Co Civil Service Board Hie Board

Corry Briefs Highlight Local Updates From City Council

Councilman reports partial improvement of Frank O Howard superintendent of public safety who has been home ill for two weeks. Dog license renewals due January 1 with new tags required after tomorrow. 112th Infantry to march in Harrisburg parade. Corry youths enlist in Navy at Jamestown. Traffic signal proposal may change state law. red means stop green go amber clear. Radio concert plans for a skating rink on East Washington Street grounds. performers from Metropolitan Opera to headline. Special Erie Railroad train noted. officials travel eastward.

Frank O. Howard Howard Pennsylvania State Department of Highways Talking Machine Company Vic- Tut Pet Xin Ratariy Hourdon Starche Nyuisy Fea -Akatorst Militaire Feancalier Raniumina Gisth Giiwenpe DeLuca Matropolitan Opera

Virginia Solon Warns Against War Skirmish Talk

In a January House debate Representative Moore of Virginia introduces a resolution to sever diplomatic ties with Mexico or pursue war, arguing no justification exists and criticizing Bolshevik influence. New Jersey Representative Eaton counters that tensions with Nicaragua are longstanding and not a war threat, while warning against importing Bolshevism.

New Jersey Washington Mexico House Moore Virginia Kelloge Nicarragun Werg Eaton Republican Nicaragua Eaton United States

Labor leaders draft program of legislation in Pennsylvania

At a Pennsylvania Federation of Labor conference in Harrisburg, labor officials approved a slate of bills for the 1930s legislature. Proposals include safety exits from pits, broader workers compensation limits, licensing of mine inspectors and bituminous miners, old age pensions, Mothers Assistance Fund funding, and electrical safety in gas works with a ventilation attendant.

United Press Arrisburg Pennsylvania Waitut Pennsylvania Federation of Labor Aherlits Plaa Mothers

Bandits Get $2300 At Erie Restaurant

Morris Baker proprietor of a restaurant in Erie Pi was slugged with a revolver butt last night. He suffered severe head lacerations and the bandits rifled the cash register, escaping with about $2300 after forcing four customers against a wall. Police pursued suspects who fled on foot with pistols.

Erie, Pi Morris Baker Brancit

Waller Named Hospital Board Director in Corry

At a Corry Hospital board meeting on Wednesday evening, Ms. C Waller was unanimously elected to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Frank Laurie. The session approved last minutes and routine bills, while a committee presented memorial resolutions for the late Laurie, praising his service from 1917 to his death in 1926.

Samme The Corry Hospital Olle Brecken Stewart Macamies Hbtarl Frank Laurie Waller Laurie Franks Laurie Corry, Hospital Cory Evening Journal G.sweet Weir Sidney Elston

Former Corryites Wed in California

Friends in the day received word today of the marriage of Glenn R. Davis and Miss Emma Barnes. The ceremony was performed at Los Angeles, California on January 3. Mr. and Mrs. Davis, who are former Corry residents, now live at 1612 East 4th Street, Long Beach, California.

Glenn R. Davis Emma Barnes Los Angeles California Mrs. Davis Corry Fast &Th Street Long Baagh Salit

Former Clymer family sues Erie rail line after fatal 1925 crash

Stanley Einowsky and his children of Clymer sue Buffalo and Erie Railway in Erie court over a November 6 1925 collision on the Buffalo road that killed the mother and one daughter and injured two other children. Seven damage actions total around 200 000 with each suit to be tried separately. Lawyers for the trolley firm and the plaintiff are named.

Stanley Einowsky Clymer Ayaltet Buffalo and Erie Railways Company Buffalo Road A. P. Rossiter Bursday Erie Ene Binowsk Toha B Brooks Law Frm Brooks, English and Quinn, Efe Lewis Schlesinger Lyle Per- Ley Binowsky

Twelve Bodies Recovered From Exploded Essex Isle Vessel

Tampico Mexico January tragedy report states twelve bodies recovered from the Essex Isle hold after a gasoline cargo explosion. The incident left many injured and a crew and stevedores count of about four dozen aboard, with initial losses estimated at eight dead and thirty injured. The vessel, owned by Essex Transport and Trading Co, was towed away after the blast and fire in the foreward hold.

United Press Tampico Mex Essex Isle Essex Tile Mexico Tan Essex Transport and Trading Company Agullo Frm Mexico City Killess

Officers Re-Elected by Citizens Bank

Citizens National Bank reelected its officers for the ensuing year at the board meeting held Thursday afternoon at 4 o clock. J Desmond was reelected president. other officers include S. G. Sweet as vice president I. W Parker as cashier and Margaret McCarthy as assistant cashier. The stockholders met Tuesday evening after a dinner at the Hotel Corns and named the board of directors: J D Desmond F A Loveland G H Barlow D L Tracken E Doane S G Sweet Don D Smith C P Brown and I W Parker.

Citizens National Bank J Desmond Citizens Bank G. Sweet W Parker Sies Margaret McCarthy Corns J. Desmond F. A. Loveland G. H Barlow D. L Tracken E Doane Don 4. Smith Cp) Brown 1. W. Parken

Illinois Senator Designate to Leave for Washington

Bulleting dispatches report Senator designate Frank L. Smith of Illinois will depart for Washington on Monday to be sworn in. A formal statement accompanies the move.

United Press Chicago Coli Frank L. Smith Illinsois Washington

Rumor Merger of Steel Plants

United Press reports a bankers led group negotiating a merger of sheet steel rollers in the Midwest affecting about 100 mills. Purchases from Youngstown Sheet and Tube Republic Steel and Corrigan McKinney Steel linked to the merger amid names of multiple steel firms and a possible head, W. A. Thomas.

United Pres New York Dow Jones Financial News Service Today Middle West Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company Republic Tron and Steel Corrigan McKinney Steel Company Newton Steel Company Thomas Sheet Steel Company Waddell Steel Company Ashtabula Steel Company Monsfeld Sheet and Tit Plate Core Pany Superior Steel Company Sharon Steel Comany W. A. Thomas Seas Mentoned Concen

Serum for Treatment of Rheumatic Fever

Philadelphia announces a new serum for rheumatism and rheumatic fever after two years of lab work at Philadelphia General Hospital. Dr. James Small and staff led the bacteriology effort under Ti. Wilmer Risen, director of public health, in developing the treatment.

Philadelphia Wilmer Risen Philadelphia General Hospital James, Small

Caldwell Addresses High School Groups on Morals and Faith

Dr. B S Caldwell of the State Health Department spoke to both Junior and Senior High students this morning. He addressed the Junior High at 9 o clock and the Senior High at 10 80, outlining his talks under the title Morals and Faith.

B.S. Caldwell State Department of Health Dr. Caldwell

Five Best Radio Features Across Cities Tonight

Radio listings show WY% New York and KYW Chicago presenting classical and violin programs led by Renee Chemet and the Philharmonic String Quartette. WAZ Springfield and WEAF discuss orchestral and tenor performances with Alfred Heater and Louis Kateman's Orchestra. WLS Chicago and WOW Omaha feature organ recital programs and evening orchestral selections.

New York Rdka Pittsargh Kyw Chienga WAZ Springfield Renee Chemet Beniamino Giglienor Giuseppe WLS Chicago Cane Geal Omaha Cometral

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