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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1913
Page
2
Corry Art Stone Co. completed arrangements for a modern rock-crushing machine at its Eagle and Essex street plant in the Third ward. The crusher will arrive in about ten days and start operation immediately, processing about twelve tons of stone per hour. An automatic elevator will handle material, enabling use of screenings from coarse gravel in lock manufacture.
Preparations are complete for the Alumni Dinner tonight here. Secretary Babbitt reports a record turnout with at least 175 graduates expected, as Lillian Guild members ready the meal and program seating. The event begins at seven oclock.
A committee of four teachers representing city schools visited Supt L B Cross at his home and presented a chased gold ring with an oriental garnet setting as a token of goodwill. Cross was deeply touched and values the gift highly for years to come.
A major fire at Heath grist mill on Franklin and Center Streets engulfed the structure this afternoon at 4 20. Fire crews arrived quickly and confined the blaze to the second floor where grain was stored while money and books were salvaged from the damaged office. The owners expect insurance to cover the loss.
United Press dispatch from Manila reports General Parahinds American force in the Jolo area near Usgeng suffered six killed and twelve wounded in a heavy dawn engagement with rebel forces of the Sultan of Jolo. The clash followed refusals to swear allegiance to the U S flag and was called the worst fighting in two years.
Chicago, June 12. A campaign launch begins to back Miss Jane Addams of Hull House as Progressive Uptight for Mayor of Chicago ahead of the next municipal election. Supporters note the recent passage of woman suffrage and plan active efforts in city and state races.
Mrs Medill McCormick daughter of the late Senator Hanna and leader of the Illinois suffragettes begins preparations for a love feast to be tendered to the assemblymen following passage of the bill granting women in Illinois the right to vote. The measure is pending the governor's signature but leaders expect approval and plan a celebration.
Corry friends learned today of the upcoming marriage of Arthur W. Fowle to Miss Ruth Marie McDowell of Columbus. The groom is the son of Mr and Mrs H Fowle, former members of the class of 1880 at Corry High School. The notice reflects the community links between Corry and Columbus and notes the social circle involved in the planned ceremony.
A quirky ad from Dr Padolli Optometrist offering eye health tips and long experience. It warns against thoughtless misuse of eyes and promotes proper eye care with a bold sales pitch.
United Press reports two Cleveland boys aged 12 and 14 were kidnapped last Thursday from a Cleveland school. They escaped from a shanty on the outskirts of Pittsburg after being held by two abductors. The youths said they were beaten while forced to sell collar buttons and beg on city streets. Police wired Graveland authorities for investigation.
A terse update notes investigators expect further revelations as the public inquiry continues. Officials caution that details remain delicate and will be released in due course this week. The investigation seeks to establish timelines and accountability amid mounting pressure from stakeholders.
The lobby investigation panel said long winded reports will be discontinued when hearings resume. Chief Ferdinand Stevens of the Louisiana Sugar plant heads to Findley Take for a month, with Patrolman James Stevens acting chief of the Joel department. Joseph Perkins of West South Street will fill the night shift temporarily. Mrs Stevens remains at the lake with him.
This morning Sianey Stewart of Jax Company found a corroded but good condition half penny dated 186% bearing the Bank of Topaz Canada inscription. The coin was dug up among dirt from excavations on the Mal- Terrn lot.
Open Tonight Lyric theater offers a four reel program and a two reel feature for five cents. The caption promises a great night of cinema with affordable admission.
A fragmented OCR item hints at a local government service update. Readable elements mention an official action and a pending deadline, but many specifics are obscured. The fragment preserves key terms suggesting municipal process and public notice.
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