26 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1912
Page
1
Examinations of the Warren National Bank are more competitive and frequent than any bank in the state as noted. The bank is periodically inspected by the National Bank Examiner of the U S Government.
The article notes funds were lacking for sewerage when planning North Center Street improvements to connect to Macadam road. It mentions inadequate drainage for a section, concerns about rainfall, and opposition from D. Warton DeRowsy president of the Corry Fair and Driving Park Association. The Pine Grows cemetery directory also doubts building a sewer without a proper outlet.
The New Era Club proposes a public play ground at 618 The Plot donated by Mr. Olde near Hird Avenue and Mula Nirdet. The project includes a fenced area with tools, a children’s garden, storytelling, singing, and basic gardening instruction for foreign-born children. Volunteers will supervise hours of operation, and materials are mostly donated. The aim is to provide wholesome play and Americanize and educate future citizens of the city.
A June 45 1912 special meeting of the Hoard discusses vacancy caused by Mint Let tle McKinney's resignation. Monica Amidon Harlow Manley Powall and vice president Hoarlqu preside as the crowd protests. The Business Men's Association offers the High School Auditorium for future use. The Repair Committee is authorized to upgrade school buildings with new blackboards and paint as funds allow. Jay 8. Hird is re elected janitor of the Washington Street school.
Baltimore June 26 Ollie James of Kentucky was chosen by the committee for the permanent organization chairmanship at the Democratic convention. The Credentials Committee elected Joseph Hell of Indiana as chair and debated platform provisions including income tax and popular election of senators.
William J. Bryan suffered a defeat at the national convention as Alton B. Parker won the temporary chairmanship by a substantial vote. The turbulent proceedings featured Bryan’s strong showing but Parker secured control of the convention leadership.
William J Bryan seeks temporary chairmanship to shape platform at the convention. Democratic leaders split between Clark and Woodrow as potential presidential nominees with possible compromise involving New York Mayor Gaynor.
The piece outlines Bryan's potential to seize the party’s nomination if Parker loses support. It notes Clark’s fear of Bryan dominating the convention and cites radicals backing Parker while conservatives favor Clark as temporary chairman to block Bryan.
Oscar Clark faces uncertain prospects as New York delegates weigh backing him in the convention fight. The Bryan influence and Gaynor support may decide if Clark can reach the required 728 votes. Delegates from Missouri and other states hold the balance as talks continue tonight.
Baltimore June 26 The evening session of the convention featured Alton B Parkers speech as temporary chairman. The hall was sparsely attended with about a fourth of gallery space filled. Parker received mild cheers as he spoke later and complemented Bevan while asking the convention to consider deputy aid.
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