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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1926
Page
1
A massive fire at a Pittsburgh shovel works tore through tanks of paints oils and varnishes causing detonations. Two firemen were injured while battling the blaze as tanks exploded and spread flames across the facility.
Franklin and surrounding towns face fuel strain as reports indicate heavy gasoline consumption in the area. Atlantic Refining and local stations move large volumes to support industrial needs while a fire at a Traveling Works plant disrupts supply and prompts rebuilding efforts.
Harold Wolf principal of the Junior High School and Rarity Ulib spoke at the Rotary meeting at the Motel Corny Mig West rope. They explained the role of the Junior High in community affairs. Orin Unlinirg was welcomed as a new member. Frank A. Park of Buffalo attended as guest. A diverse greeting was extended and attendance averaged high with a strong record.
A fragmented listing shows radio features across 14 stations. Mentions D Mo Eastern A and KGW Portland with educational programs, RDKA East Pittsburgh, KDEA Little Symphony, KPI Los Angeles Pacific Ballad Hour, WRZ Springfell, and a Montreal game highlight with Boston Frain vs les Cau dids of Montreal Inekey in the Pacific time slot.
Franklin Pa March 2 6th Howes unit Catherine Powell, Doth at Bee, sues for $10,000 against a utility company for injuries from the collapse of a grant stand during a football game at Tray Mov company property.
A deputy collector of internal revenue will hold offices at the post office on May 4 5 and 6 to assist taxpayers in filing returns. Taxpayers with incomes under 5000 are asked to file by March 1 while those over 5000 have two extra months. A deputy will visit the area Thursday Friday and Saturday to aid filers and answer questions.
Supervisors in Spring Creek and Warren County townships were granted permission to raise the tax levy by five mills to fund road work and bond debt. The additional funds may be used to pay off indebtednes and improve dirt roads, with some proceeds reserved for road maintenance and improvements.
A political flare over prohibition resurfaces as Senator Edwards of New Jersey and Andrew propose a presidential commission to study enforcement. Mellon opposes broad investigation while Wheeler pushes for inquiry. Coolidge position unclear, Cabinet members divided.
The Corty Radio Club calls a special session this evening at 7:30 in the High School. Officers seek large attendance of members and prospective members to plan the club’s future and address important business.
Washington March 2 Senate debate turns bitter as independents and party members seek to preserve government control of Muscle Shoals power plants. Key lawmakers oppose amendments aimed at keeping $137,000 government plants from falling to private firms, warning of lost time and bid prospects.
Chapin and Sons prepare to open a modern dry goods store in the Cohen block North Detroit. Remodeling requires closing Wednesday. stock to be cleared this week for a reopening within ten days. P C Chapin and Sons, veteran Union City merchants, will run the Detroit shop with new lines for women and apparel after purchasing the Cohen store in New York City.
David L. Marshal a chiropractor faces trial in Pitladelpita for the murder of Anna May Dietrich a milliner. He pleaded guilty to related charges of voluntary and involuntary manslaughter. The case moves toward preparation in advance of the trial set for Monday morning.
State Treasurer Lewis reported the February 28 balance at 39 789 778 dollars. Motor fund held 12 819 210 dollars, state road bond fund 12 009 076 dollars, state gasoline tax fund 1 558 979 dollars, stave wheel annuities saving 191 108 dollars, and state shost annuity reserve 55 009 dollars.
Secretary of Commerce Hoover asserts business conditions show resilience against Wall Street jitters. He predicts the prosperity wave of 1928 could endure into 1926 with steady production and no strong reasons to expect a downturn, despite uncertain signals. He cautions against over-optimistic forecasts.
A mild measles outbreak spreads through 34 states in the week ended February 25, with 2,706 cases last year's figure. Diphtheria smallpox scarlet fever and typhoid decline. Influenza pneumonia deaths rise in large cities, with no expected major drop until after March.
District Attorney Asa Keyes flies to Detroit and possibly New York to open a new line of inquiry in the unsolved murder of film director Taylor. Harold L. Davis accompanies Keyes as they pursue long sought witnesses in the four year old case. Police in Detroit and New York have reportedly cooperated on discovery efforts.
March 2 800 dollar fountain donated by the Tubjan government to the Sesqui Centennial exposition announced by Exposition officials today.
Antloh Minha of Brooklyn was found not guilty of blasphemy in a Massachusetts sedition case. Judge Ring, descendant of a Declaration signer, imposed a $100 fine on the blasphemy charge after a weekend trial.
The death of Mrs Sophia G Coxe ends her stewardship of the Coxe Santa Claus endowment that aided coal field families. She funded the Seaside Home at Atlantic City and supported miners families, with wartime relief work and recognition across Europe. Funeral services are planned Thursday with Episcopal Church observances.
Production in the Pittsburgh Coal district reports eight tines of the Suny operation delivering 38804 tons during the recent reel period. Officials announced the figures today as activity continues at the mine complex.
Greensburg Pennsylvania reports over 40 scarlet fever and diphtheria cases. In three days seven high school cases and three precurity quarantines appear. adjoining towns report milder outbreaks, while no serial cases listed. President Coolidge signs post office and treasury appropriation bill totaling 868,251,501 for FY ending June 30, 1927.
Marriage licenses issued in February 1926 totaled 701, down from 786 in February 1925, marking a notable drop in marriages for the month.
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