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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1913
Page
1
United Peon reports a building fire with remains of an unidentified woman found at the wreck site. Officials expect many more bodies beneath smoldering debris and anticipate two days before all remains are recovered.
Corry residents rally around a proposition to establish a new foundry, with J. J. Austin and Sweenyarg leading efforts. Local manufacturers from Brie and nearby plants show idle capacity and capital, while two Corry-based concerns prepare a plant proposal and await word on securing property for the venture. Gantry and Drake show, Meplo Avenue cited, with out-of-town manufacturers rumored to consider relocating, and several local businessmen to meet this week.
The Citizens National Bank of Corry Pa states it is a strictly commercial bank prioritizing soundness and fair treatment of all depositors. It vows not to operate at a loss for competitive advantage, to meet legitimate competition, and to grow only while preserving strength. It invites all depositors including commercial, personal, and those seeking certificates of deposit with high interest within sound principles.
A Pennsylvania Railroad official visited Spartansburg yesterday to reserve rights of way for the Buffalo division. He surveyed several parcels south of Spartansburg for anticipated occupancy and discussed prices with local farm owners as the plan advances.
J J Desmond visited Washington DC for several days to press Corryites on federal building funding. He reported a Senate conference was set to review the general public building appropriations bill with additions for the city, though final approval was still uncertain.
Paper hanging and decorating showcase by Nolcom and Miles. Discounts on part-wall decor. Contact 191 L Wranings Mt No 003 West Wayne Street for details and warnings.
Mayor Alexander faces two railroad laborers with outstanding fines from a night of trouble. Olson lacks money but is promised a payoff after police intervention. If fines remain unpaid by mid month, authorities threaten another sweep and possible removal from the Erte construction crew, risking more workers and crowding the city lockup.
In Pittsburgh on March 1 the jury found Esler guilty of murder in the first degree in the Exter case. The defendant faced the courtroom as the verdict was read, and his father and relatives watched in sorrow. The mother was not present. The court room erupted as the verdict was announced, with spectators surprised by the severity.
Corry firm bankrupt. creditors appointed A H Porew of Erie as referee. North Center street grocer noted for good business. First creditors meeting set for March 10 at Roterea Force office.
A British inquiry tor the forced feeding of suffragettes resumes after the absence of a key witness. Secretary McKenna explains an arrested suffragette was released when her condition worsened to the point of life danger, while authorities seek safer ways to handle the self starved protests.
United Press report from Washington notes the House passed the Webb bill to join the Senate in overruling President Taft's veto. The measure becomes law after Senate approval, reflecting temperance sentiment. The veto and political context are discussed as the story notes continued coverage on Page Four.
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