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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1923
Page
1
Tax season brings a rush of payments as Americans send in about 1.6 billion dollars in income taxes. The March 15 deadline is expected to bring roughly 20 million more than last year, reflecting cautious business conditions and delays in processing.
The report outlines Germany's reparations framework proposing a commission to assess ability to pay, international loans similar to Paris plans, and a target total near 0.0 billion marks. It notes a French proposal for two to two and a half billion marks annually for 35 years and mentions Berlin and Brussels reports on Ruhr events and Allied responses.
The plan for the annual Easter Monday dancing party to be hosted by the A W Armnory on April 2nd features Messenger's Orchestra for music. The ladies of the society organize the event, aiming for their 82nd annual affair to be one of the most successful.
United Press reports officials of the Central Railroad of New Jersey blame fog for the Scranton flyer collision with a yard helper train in Northampton yards. Three trainmen lightly injured, no passengers hurt. The impact derailed the passenger engine, demolished the caboose and several cars, tore up track, and caused box cars to burn before Northampton firemen arrived.
A severe windstorm sweeping from the Mississippi Valley to the East left about thirty people dead in Tennessee and Kentucky, with additional fatalities reported in Ohio and nearby areas. The disaster caused widespread damage and disrupted much of the region on Monday.
Justice Staley ordered the Anti Saloon League of New York to file a statement of receipts and expenditures in connection with the 1922 primary and general elections. The Troy case filed by five citizens cited publications and activities aimed at influencing candidate qualifications and election outcomes, including printing, distribution, public addresses, and poll worker activity.
Harrisburg March 19 United Press reports a bill aimed at jailing women for tax delinquents was killed in the Senate after a lengthy debate. The measure drew sharp discussion with women lawmakers taking part and the vote tally was 24 to 1.
Geneva dispatch reports slave prices from six to twenty four dollars with women valued by domestic status and children as drag on the market. The League of Nations plans to address human slavery at the next assembly in September as Abyssinia’s status affects intervention rights. Francs, Italy and England seek mandates to influence territories around Abyssinia to push a solution.
Plans for a citywide Music Memory contest run during Music Week May 4 to 18 aim to encourage knowledge of music. Entries will feature twenty four pieces and final contests will be held in theatres with grammar and high school pupils and adults testing what they have learned. Professor Dokoma of the University of Wisconsin notes music insight can mirror olive oil in refinement and patience, and the event is overseen by Kommunity Service and the School Music Department.
Edwarton Western carpenter at 1089 Bant Washington Street fell from a ladder while working at N Cohen & Song store yesterday afternoon about five o'clock. He sustained two broken bones in his left foot, was taken to hospital for X rays, then moved to his home where he is resting as comfortably as can be expected this afternoon.
City council approved final readings of ordinances related to paving and sewer projects. The West Washington Street paving contract was awarded to Key Istatic Constructions of Metaville, while Sprinkler work and other public improvements were discussed and sent to the city council for investigation.
Taxpayers express strong opposition to two North Center street sites for a new junior high. Letters from North side residents and others argue against constructing on the Pai Grounds property despite perceived site advantages. More letters expected in later issues.
A hospital appeal requests volunteers to donate blood for a critically ill woman. Relatives are willing to pay reasonable costs. Those able to help should report at Corry Hospital Wednesday evening as tests will determine compatibility. Previous similar drives drew several dozen donors.
Ali Webster of the Trockentersy firm spoke about the hotel project and its progress. A large delegation from the local Rotary planned to travel for a district convention, with Mr Sanath and Mr Beaver among those attending.
A list heavy with names and units shows Division A under Captain Ty Divito and Division D commanded by J. Duke finishing their training at the hotel drive exercise. References to personnel include Rew 45 Adition and Ashion, with observers Mrs. A. L. Matteson and Miss Hele Chase from Spring Creek visiting the city.
Kansas City dispatch reports a nationwide housing downturn will ease rent pressures as building activity rises. J Nolan of P W Dodge Corp says February contracts show a 30 percent share for residential work, with $73.996 million in Midwest projects and a regional shift toward apartment construction, signaling lower rents nationally.
Erie Alderman hears proceedings as authorities unveil arrests of alleged prostitution ring members. Suspects including Swantek and Anirey Vetioiuk faced $1500 cash bonds and a Tuesday arraignment, with further hearings planned next week. Federal and state officers coordinated the sting, noting some past arrestees escaped today.
In common pleas court in Cory, Hmigene A Skelton seeks $10,000 from Harriot lark and Son over routing car dispute last fall. The defendants declined payment, per plaintiff lawyers Narsh and Eaton.
Examiners say $400000 is needed to reopen Logan Square Trust and Savings Bank on a sound basis after doors closed following president Fred W. Popp’s suicide. Vice president David Wiedemann, Jr. is reported missing since the tragedy.
United Prowl reports premier Lenin of Russia in critical condition. German specialists Pointer Guft and Minovsky arrived in Riga en route to Moscow to attend Bolshevik events.
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