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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1926
Page
1
A rail collision near Jacksonville involved crowded trains and a freighter. Passengers were shaken but mostly uninjured, with several people treated at nearby hospitals and crews working to clear debris after the impact.
The public works bill seeking funds for building projects passed the house committee today. The bill aims to authorize appropriations for public works initiatives and infrastructure improvements nationwide.
The Senate rejected the governor's appointment to the Governor's School, naming a list of nominees including Samuel and Charles while confirming several other individuals. The action follows the governor's selection process and involves state officials and board members.
Report from New York outlines fashion in short skirts with soft colors at the Hotel Astor event. Designers predict skirts will remain short but not tighten further while black and white palettes and pastel shades gain favor for evenings.
Corry will be represented at a large gathering of the Northwestern Dorel Federation to be held at Unionbridge on February 10th and 11th. The event includes speeches by district presidents, a varied program, and a finance committee chaired by Mrs John A Bilach with sessions broadcast from Station WIRE.
The school board plans an evening session to discuss budget and policy matters. New member Hartson Keppel will take office, with directors Campbell and Monroe recently elected. The board may address funding for fairgrounds and the Twiner High building project, including related construction issues.
Los Angeles January 20 The United States auto industry is forecast to achieve 40 to 50 miles per gallon within a few years. Industry analyst A Ludlow Childen quotes predictions from researchers and manufacturers noting dramatic efficiency improvements and a potential shift in gasoline demand.
Berlin reports Count Johann von Bernstorff former German official is favored as a delegate to the upcoming League of Nations conference on disarmament. His long work with German League of Nations matters and cabinet crisis role cited as basis for appointment and endorsement by President von Hindenburg.
Corry resident Mr. Loveland has been appointed by Governor Pinchot to the State Educational Council. He serves on the boards of Allegheny College Meadville and the State Normal School at Edinboro and chairs the council. The appointment honors his long service in education and the western region.
Report from Brussels states Cardinal Mercier remains weakened with slowly ebbing strength. Despite his frailty, he retains interest in church affairs and insists on maintaining his guiding outlook.
Governor Pinchot defended his record as protector of the people after defeat in a term bid. He criticized the Senate rejection of John L. Stewart while noting he had done all proper suggests. Governor Richard How is quoted on the matter after a brief meeting.
George Kennedy and Elmer Woodard arrested during a Sanitary Theft by Night Patrolman Ran gersberger. They pleaded guilty to breaking and entering and attempted larceny before Judge W E Hirt in Erie county court and were paroled with two years reporting to local police.
A truckload of dynamite bound for Coral Gables construction exploded in Miami on January 20. Three workers were killed and 13 injured as the blast hurled victims and wreckage across streets and damaged nearby homes. Police and ambulances rushed to the scene. the dynamite’s origin and loading details remain under investigation.
Mokerstown retains a 11.12 mill tax rate with no increase from the 10.25 mills. The budget allocates $982,015 in appropriations for the coming fiscal period.
In Harrisburg on January 20 the House and Mining Committee met to discuss coal measures. The committee postponed action on the coal regulation bill and recommended considering four resolutions next week urging steps to resolve the coal operators and miners dispute. The bill favored by the governor and mining interests faced delays amid debate.
Flood danger eased as a large ice gorge at Big Rock broke and moved five miles downstream toward East Sandy, lowering the Allegheny River from 203 feet to 168 feet. Franks lowlands remain flooded while action to break the lower gorge is planned.
Mrs Laura B Christy, self confessed slayer of two of her eight former husbands, was judged insane and ordered committed to the Lima State Hospital after an afternoon sanity review. A further examination is planned to determine whether she will stand trial on murder charges.
New York traders faced heavy selling across major industrials including Steel, United States Steel, General Electric, General Motors, and American Smelting. Morning sessions saw broad declines while afternoon showed some recovery as weak internal measures improved. Call money remained plentiful around 4 percent with broadly optimistic business-center reports.
A radio feature lineup lists programs across networks including WJZ New York WEAF WGAR WHEL WLS Chicago and WSAT Cincinnati WSAT channel with ensembles from Hunter College and Seventh Infantry Band at KGW Portland. The schedule shows 8 to 10 p.m. primetime broadcasts featuring a concert and string performances.
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