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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1913
Page
2
A string of 19th century notices discusses billboard taxation, postal franks by Senator Lodge, and education reforms, noting high taxes to curb influence, and recounts references to franking abuses, summer schools, Chautauqua salutes, and magazine features on Gettysburg and Grand Canyon travel. The items reflect public debates on policy and culture in a broad newspaper roundup.
A fragmented aging column urges eye safety noting the danger of thoughtless habits. It mentions an optometrist and optical shop names in a cautionary tone about proper eye losses and how easy they are to incur.
Harrisburg June 20 United Press Democratic Floor Leader Humes of Crawford testified before the legislative lobby probing prayers. He detailed lobby activity about the Pymatuning swamp project, noting railroad and labor representatives in Harrisburg and possible steel industry backing. He referenced suffrage and liquor bill interests and pledged to expose those who sought influence.
An American Navy aviator, Billingslee of Mississippi, fell into the Chesapeake waters near Annapolis around noon while aboard a biplane. Lieut Powers, in control of the aircraft, was hurled from his seat but managed to grasp the machine’s duct and survive with serious bruises as Billingslee’s body remained unrecovered. The incident occurred shortly before twelve.
Greensburg reports the powder train from Wilmington arrived this morning on the old main route to Braddock, with an expected Erie arrival on the first duty. United Press notes the ex hat version of the Perry powder train years ago, linked to a feature on a race track story by Julian Johnson, including pieces by Flagg and Leacock in a new monthly.
A demented man, identified by papers on clothing as Erich Schmidt, rushed into a Catholic school in Germany and killed three girls at their desks. Ten pupils were wounded as he fired with two heavy revolvers, fatally wounding the teacher and injuring boys in the yard before being overwhelmed by a mob.
The funeral services of Tate Nelson P. Casperson were held yesterday at 2 30 pm from the East South street home, conducted by Rev. H I Shaw of the M E church. The graveside rites were led by the local Odd Fellows lodge with many out of town attendees from Titusville James town Warren Erie and Union City.
Pittsburg Pa June 20 L J Connelly and W J Levery two officers were ordered suspended after complaints by Katherine Burns and Anna Butler. The girls told mothers they took bichloride of mercury in a medical attempt to save their lives and remain in danger. Public Safety Bailey said a police inquiry board will hear the case once the girls can testify.
Garry Miles hosts a garden painting event at 408 East Wayne Street focusing on hone and root painting techniques. The informal gathering invites local enthusiasts to explore natural dyeing and wood finishing methods, with demonstrations and hands on practice.
The Circlow on the Heath mill on North Center Street will restart soon after a fire that destroyed the industry. Mr Heath says arrangements are under way for rebuilding the plant at once. About two thousand WasholD oF eran in the mill were salvaged or disposed of, some stock in fair condition selling well for salvage. Contractor Hill is to assist with tenting and rebuilding, with actual rehanding of the mill expected early next week.
The New Era Club with Scoutmunter Woodward’s help ready Yiel playground in the Fourth ward. The Yount ladies group will formally open the recreation park in 1st class style tomorrow afternoon at three o'clock. The club girls plan a party for youngsters to follow.
About forty children are expected to attend with refreshments for four substantial sub events. New Bru girls Maye will print a paper to promote Mothers and public involvement in the playground. The park has been cleaned up and equipped with swings and sand piles and will be open on weekday afternoons. Each day features a different activity such as gardening story telling paper crafts and a small party.
People interested in the work are expected to attend the opening of the Heanor at the park tomorrow afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Lyle Thomas were surprised by young congregants and Pastor Wallace at their home on 514 Grand Point last evening to celebrate their marriage anniversary. Guests enjoyed games and refreshments. A leather rocking chair souvenir symbolized Uncle presence and enduring kindness for many returns of the anniversary.
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