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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1912
Page
2
Citizens condemn a scheme to grant exclusive electric franchises to a private monopoly. The Journal notes council opposition and warns against repealing public rights, urging residents to resist legislation and support competitive pricing for Corry's electric service.
A man identified only by a beggar’s card signed W Striker was found dead on the Lake Shore railroad tracks near Parade Street crossing. Coroner Hanley reported the victim likely died instantly from head injuries after the Erie bound No 3 train at 9:14 last night. He appeared to be an itinerant peddler, with shoe strings in his pockets and no clear identifying details.
A pretty home wedding occurred yesterday at 905 1 South Street as Nora Gasler married Wilbert B. Rosamyer of Rochester Pa. Rev MancIntyra of the ZB Church officiated the ring ceremony in the bride’s family's presence. The couple left for a short honeymoon and will reside in Rochester where the groom is in business.
The Elo railroad line near Meadville is undergoing rapid doubletracking. Hundreds of workers under T A Giles and contractors are moving equipment From Saeger town to Bradford bridge while engineers reshape curves and clear tough rock sections along French Creek valley. The Saegertown area remains a major challenge with the large cheap cut and big shovels at work.
A young man claiming enlistment in the regular U S army reported to Officers Stevens and Spencer that two men attempted to hold him up on South Center Street last evening near Church Street. He fled downhill after being struck from behind and escaped. Police and the young man searched railroad yards for clues but found none. The man said he would recognize the assailants if seen.
Bradford July 48 a good crowd attended Pandora Lady GA led the 2 17 pace three in five as the only favorite. The 2 20 pace saw Oro Society and I the 2 18 pace Rose bud McKinney won in straight heat. Races conclude tomorrow.
In a lively pitch from New York City, an offer ties the Word Joke Book to next Sunday edition of the New York World. The ad markets humor to lift spirits and curb weight gain with its lighthearted tone.
In Byron Run farm near Went Newton, eight people died as a cloudburst struck at about 8 o clock. Raymond survived after fleeing to the barn as the others, including Mrs Raymond and five children, were swept into the run. A body was recovered later, stock and part of the barn were lost, an engine and five cars derailed, traffic halted for hours.
Warren Pa July 18 the installation of many private water systems has pressured the Warren water company to cut meter rates by 20 percent to deter municipal purchase. The borough has sought to buy the American Water Works subsidiary plant for 410000 under the Milliron act ruling Supreme Court. A rate cut may quell the purchase drive and the agitation to acquire the system.
The State Highway Commission announced a road repair project on the Warren to Russell strip of macadam. Work will begin by August first under the direction of W. A. Wynne and T. C. Frame of the Highway Department. Residents had pressed for years for the improvement.
Miss Mary Radowin of this village was badly injured this morning on a sproning machine at the Odiou Worsted Mills owned by Cleveland Worsted Mills company. Taken to Jones hospital, doctors hope to save her hand. Fellow spinner Mi gs Radowsa suffered hand injuries as well as lacerations to mulsop and tondona.
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