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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1914
Page
2
A will introduced by Representative Gorman of ML proposes monthly pensions from 10 to 15 dollars for widowed mothers with children under eighteen. The brief notes Britain’s pensions as a model and warns of potential abuses, citing a narrator’s cautionary tale about money kept in a post office and concerns over national debts.
Silas W. Taylor aged 61 a carpenter from Ashville Wisconsin died after being struck by a northbound Chautauqua traction car near Fardink's mill in Bentley's curve at 9 40 last night He suffered a fractured right side ribs punctured lung and died at Jamestown Hospital about 10 pm Taylor had been earlier put off a car for causing a disturbance and began walking along the track He was transported to hospital by ambulance after doctors from Bemus Point and this city examined him on scene and at the station
The Pittsburg Produce Market reports show the city moving up in national standings with merchants selling over 47 000 cars last year an increase of about 8 500 cars. Shipments extended across Greater Pittsburgh and neighboring regions covering nearly 10 000 square miles including Cumberland Maryland Richmond Virginia and Charleston West Virginia.
The Sinclairville area reports suppression of a smallpox outbreak with health officials noting no serious conditions remaining. Schools in Charlotte Centre and surrounding townships reopen by midweek and regular services resume soon. quarantines were in place and local authorities announce progress.
Dunkirk January 22 Emma Luther and three daughters injured in a natural gas explosion on Hast Seventh Street. They bring damages suit for 74000 in a Common Council session. Citizens Gas & Fuel Co. claims 114.1% for sewer gas main repairs near the Luther home. Dock matter revived with Councilman Vosburg urging earliest steps to build the proposed dock.
Notice to members says the annual meeting will be held at the Common Council Rooms in Corry PA on Wednesday evening January 28 1914 at 8 oclock All members requested to be present. Signed WW Morgaridee Secretary
The Reading News reports Judge Mary A. Walling of Erie County as a strong candidate for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court in the primary. Walling, first elected to the Erie County bench in 1900 and re-elected in 1906, is praised as a brilliant jurist with a masterful grasp of law and a reputation for fairness.
Jan. Clean, starnd of the Vennay shops was badly crushed when a heavy freight car being jacked up fell onto a small truck. He lay pinned under the car and suffered serious back injuries. He was taken to Higgins Main hospital for treatment. recovery hoped.
Washington January 2 Jubilant members of Congress cheer a new income tax rule that delays tax deductions on salaries until five pay periods in 1914. The Treasury order limits deductions before May when salaries exceed 3000 dollars, affecting May and July payments for Congressmen and sergeants at arms.
An dubious ad promotes Sage Tea and Sulphur hair dye from Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy. It promises natural darkening, thickness, and restoration of hair color with daily use, claiming quick, noticeable results and universal popularity. The text cites a retailer and implies money-back guarantees.
The trial at Hlaterinodar involves 72 members of a gang blamed for five years of terror in Kuban. Prosecutors allege police complicity with the “Chief Daihon” and district authorities, with torture and false confessions used to shield real criminals and threaten witnesses.
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