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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1926
Page
1
Mish Ella Linde purh, 20, suffered fatal burns in a hospital blaze. She was employed at a well maternity ward when a gas stove fire engulfed her clothing. Despite immediate care, she died within hours. Authorities investigate cause and the hospital implements safety reviews.
A dramatic blaze forced people from their homes and workplaces in a crowded district. Fire crews battled the flames as residents, including Merle Saunders Dupre and Ceara Virivlleales, were evacuated with help from other firefighters. One unnamed civilian and several workers were injured, with damages estimated near a quarter of a million dollars.
A basement fire at a Warren house threatened extensive damage this afternoon. Neighbors alerted via the telephone central, and investigators suspected the blaze began in the furnace area. Dorothy Haker of Warren was visiting the home when the fire broke out. no injuries reported.
The Retailers Division of the Chamber ab Committee plans a Feb 20 Community Day sale. Merchants expected to participate amid preparations at the municipal build ing with many visitors anticipated and organizers seeking to energize local merchants and shoppers.
A sanity hearing is sought for Hart Bell, 22, who allegedly killed his mother and another person yesterday. Authorities report Bell is in a farmhouse near Chilton, Herver County, after capture in Allegheny County and confinement at the Comopolis jail. If a sanity commission is appointed, Bell is expected to be sent to an asylum immediately.
Senate Finance committee reports a new tax bill that would cut revenues by a margin larger than Mellon’s plan. Treasury officials say the danger is not yet over and warn of fiscal risks ahead.
The Roar of Education heard a lengthy address by Mrs Barnes during the regular RoE meeting in the Library Building basement. She urged board unity, attendance, school visits, and adherence to earlier pledges while stressing the need for a proactive, collaborative approach to improve city schools.
Flood damage near Franklin Pennsylvania claims heavy losses to oil properties valued at about 180 000 as the Allegheny river overflows. Efforts to dynamite the dam failed. volunteers struggled to free waters five miles downstream toward Franklin while authorities assess further action and the river level remains above overflow marks. A found hog and a missing property inquiry are noted in local communications.
Mrs Marevich and three daughters ages seven and younger died when flames swept their farmstead near Allis after a stove or lamp exploded. Karevich, the woman's sister, and four sons escaped the blaze. Fire investigators labeled the origin undetermined and the scene perilous.
A woman identified as Mrs. Sam Mackey of Arbuckle was found near her home after reports from Union City about her disappearance. She was in a depressed state but unharmed, having left home possibly to meet her father. a revolver was missing and authorities feared a self harm motive. She had wandered to the Petocke area and was not severely injured.
Thirty live members and fone gists attended todays meeting of the Kiwanis Club in the Hotel Corry Liery Governor Lee McLean a member of the faculty of Allegheny Quitepe spoke on ideals of Kiwanis. His inspiring message dealt with matters of interest to the club and was warmly received.
January 21 report from Pittsburgh notes a massive shipment by Jones and Laughlin Steel. Nine thousand tons of coal are loaded on 15 barges, with destinations including Louisville Cairo Memphis and New Orleans.
Senator George Norris of Nebraska charged that large manufacturing interests are pushing propaganda for the Howe resolution to authorize a commission to sell the Muscle Shoals project. He said friends of these interests are spreading misleading information at the capital.
Petition circulated in Cory and Concord township to place the Sparta Road on the primary state highway system. Residents seek early paving to connect Route 271 at Route 200 with Route 4 to Spartansburg and Corry, Erie County, a stretch about eleven miles, tying Titlsville Oil City and Pittsburgh southward. Signed by Cory and Concord residents endorsed by the Corry Motor Club, sent to Governor Gifford Pinchot for action.
New York police and coast guard pursued the Rescue through the harbor in a night chase as gunfire erupted in a Rum Row incident. Four men were arrested, four escaped, and about 1 million dollars worth of liquor was seized. The high speed boat, valued at 150000, was boarded and towed to government warehouses. Diverse wheeled passengers and regional locals were noted in the chaotic report.
Governor Pischot heads into a high pressure week as the Pennsylvania Senate blocks key nominations and aims to compel coal and anthracite regulation. House committees move two pinch bills while hearings focus on election, banking, and power issues ahead of an extraordinary session.
Patrolman Spencer was called to the home of Mrs. Mary Fuller on East Main Street about 10 30 last night after a thief entered the rear and stole an Elgin watch Police are conducting an investigation Pittsburgh Harry Korshin, motorman of the streetcar that plunged into the Ohio River off Neville Island killing four, will be arrested on a manslaughter charge soon discharged from a hospital today He will be committed to the county jail if unable to post 5000 bail
A truncated listing shows radio features across markets including CRCA Toronto and KGO Oakland with programs in the evening. Stations KPO San Francisco KDKA East Pittsburgh and WIZ New York present music and orchestral segments led by named hosts, with a note of Gounod and European tastes.
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