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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1914
Page
8
The California Trail shippers secured a court ruling sustaining a government order that limits railroad charges. The decision allows shippers to view cure options locally and paves the way for reduced transportation costs. The ruling notes the present shipping method raised costs by over fifty dollars for cross‑continental movement.
United Mine Workers praised Governor Ammonis of Colorado for handling the militia during the strike amid labor tensions. The union supports measures that advance workers, while broader labor groups discuss leadership changes and potential candidacies within the Western Federation of Labor.
The piece outlines Senator O Gorman possibly backing Governor Sulzer in the probe of highway and aqueduct contracts. It highlights graft concerns, bond issues, and testimony about political influence on contract awards, detailing Deputy Commissioner Foley and state highway officials involved. The narrative centers on alleged extortion schemes and a major public plunder machine.
Testimony indicates state officials and contractors colluded to assess mandatory contributions tied to contracts. Ledger and witness accounts show millions solicited from contractors for campaign purposes, with discrepancies in funds reported by the treasurer of the Democratic city amid audit questions.
Minstrels rehearse for a hospital benefit tonight at the literary theater. A growing program includes the minstrel show and a special monologue by Tina Boon, with weekly updates and new acts announced.
United Press reports from Ald Wong indicate the winter storm on the New England coast is severe, claiming four lives. A freighter and a schooner are among vessels reported sunk or damaged, with multiple crews affected as rescue efforts continue along Gloucester and surrounding ports.
Lieutenant Maximoramus, a leading military flyer in Miri Spain, died today after tumbling from his plane during an experimental flight. The incident occurred as the aircraft turned, with reports noting the aviator was expelled from the machine.
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