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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1925
Page
1
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The Corry Evening Journal notes the Columbus Avenue paving project is to be submitted to residents for a bond vote. Meadville based firms submitted bids with The Meadville firm among the low bidders. several companies from Corry and Warren also participated. Bids covered multiple street improvements including West Smith, Main, Wright, and other streets. city officials plan to study concrete versus reinforced paving options and review petitions from residents.
Fire department was alerted yesterday afternoon to a chimney fire at a local grocery store. Flames erupted around the chimney, threatening portions of the building before firefighters extinguished the blaze. No injuries are listed and damage is described as serious but contained.
Four miners entombed at Buthle mine No 41 in Fairmont West Virginia are believed dead after rescue teams failed to hear signs of life during a 1 mile search. Benton Mitchell and BR M. Lambie announced the grim assessment at a noon conference while onlookers hoped for a miracle despite gas fears.
Harrisburg dispatch reports a majority committee recommends impeachment of Judge John A. Herkeys of Somerset County for misconduct. The majority cites persistent improper conduct and conflicts of interest, notably in sales of bonds and prior cases. A minority report was filed and sent to the attorney general for review. votes reflected division among members.
Harrisburg March 18 Senator Frank Baldwin of Potter introduced a substitute bill for a 25 million forestry bond issue to reduce hunters license from 1.96 to 2.25 yearly and fund hunting preserves, forest lands, and game refuges under the Game Commission and Department of Forests and Waters. The measure would allocate 3.9 million cash and 1.9 million for preserves with 1.5 million for fruit crop damage needs. In Cleveland a fire on Euclid avenue killed a woman and injured five as residents fled in scant clothing.
Washington march 18 secretary of agriculture Jardine directed the United States Grain Stabilization Administration to conduct a probe into the recent spectacular drops in the price of wheat on Chicago and other grain exchanges.
Six bids for a 10000 street improvement bond issue were received by the Corry City Commission. Leach and Company of Philadelphia appeared the likely winner with a premium of 1481, while other bids ranged from 1030 to 1907. The council also approved a 40000 bond issue for the pavement program with costs shared by benefiting property owners and the city. Further bidder clarifications were awaited on printing and costing details. CB. Wilco left for Erie for a day of business.
Today’s five best radio features list stations and times across WNYC KDKA WIA WOG WEAF WIAR WAP WTAM and others, highlighting concerts with conductors and orchestras such as the New York Philharmonic under Monpeltierg. Broadcast details include reception notes from New York Providence and Cleveland outlets.
Warrants are understood to have been issued by a Cambridge Springs alderman for the arrest of two youths residing south of Union City. The 11 year old girl was allegedly assaulted, with authorities seeking to locate the suspects who escaped. The victim is under a Union City physician’s care, and officials are pushing to apprehend the attackers.
Students and faculty praised the High School junior class play The Charm School presented in the auditorium. The four act farce directed by Miss Storrs drew a large crowd and strong reviews, with cast members David Keller Jack Baker Richard Powers James Lewis Merle Sampling Austin Bevins Lyle Durham Rebecca MacKenzie Elizabeth Martin Louis Tits and Ruth Meine delivering solid performances. Saturday matinee tickets cost 25 cents.
Representative Blair Raymond and Morrison of Erie county voted for Governor Pinchot's dry bill at Harrishire today. Representative Schilling of Erie joined the noes in the vote.
A delegation from Rotary Kiwanis Motor Clubs and Chamber of Commerce urged the City to submit a special election bond proposition to finance paving North Center Street and Columbus Avenue East to the city line. Mayor Alexander said funds and time prevent this year. council opposes a bond initiative now and favors interim improvements using crushed stone until a permanent plan can be funded.
Harrisburg march 18 The Pinchot dry bill failed in the Pennsylvania House by 107 to 99. The ruling ends the administration effort to grant broad inspection and control powers to enforce a dry state pledge by Governor Pinchot. The measure was buried after a reconsideration motion by Perry, prompted by administration pressure.
J Glvis Mton secretary of the Pennsylvania Motor Federation will address a booster supper for the Motor Club on March 27. The event, organized amid a membership drive, seeks to unify members and recruit new ones. Orton will speak on major clubs, work in progress, and the benefits of motorist publications. Supper by the Rebellahs, price 50 cents, served 6 to 8. Contact GW Patterson to reserve seats.
United Press report from Washington states the Senate coalition that blocked Charles Warren for Attorney General today blocked Thomas F. Woodlock of New York from joining the Interstate Commerce Commission. The nomination had failed previously amid criticism that Woodlock was too tied to New York financial interests.
Odell was placed under arrest by a U S Marshal. A hearing is scheduled for March 26 before U S Commissioner Bootey in Jamestown. He was released on bonds pending the hearing.
Anestor O'Dell, 28, postmaster at Findley Lake, was arrested in Jamestown after a postal investigation led by Inspector Galtachalk. He faces charges of falsifying records and embezzlement tied to missing funds and forged money orders. Bail set at $1000. preliminary hearing scheduled March 26. O'Dell, a World War II veteran and Findley Lake native, married with a three year old, held the postmaster position for about four years until recently. Deputy Marshal Bragford transported him from Findley Lake to Jamestown for arraignment after a brief stay in Corry.
St Edwards Hall hosted a lively L C B A card party with over 100 guests. Prizes went to Mrs W S Cozad SD Halley, Mrs Ay By Weicht, and Dr P G Wood while refreshments and a musical program by Mrs Bids ey James Sullivan and Thomas Clar entertained attendees. Ladies plan the annual Monday Ball at the armory on April Ath.
The petition from the clus and Chamber of Commerce was referred to the Superintendent of Streets and City Solicitor for a report at the next meeting. Council may devise some measure to traffic the Columbus avenue stretch during the day.
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