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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1927

Page

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New Street Lighting Upgrades Advance City Project

Merchants on W Main Street pushed a lighting initiative, submitting subscriptions to the City Council for new fixtures. AKey backers including local merchants and banks supported the plan, with installation beginning as work progresses and a list of business owners securing lighting units.

Limi Lupe Mine Gity Council Bern Folkiwinse Rer Phin Oyners Citapat National Bank Geone Stexler Simi Scott Walter Blais Penney Sans Xe Companys

Rehearsals Advance for Junior High Operetta

Rehearsals progress for The Maid and the Golden Slipper, to be presented Thursday evening by the Junior High Glee Club at the high school. Tickets at ten cents for admittance with proceeds aiding the event, and the evening promises a lively performance by Miss Theis and the cast drawing strong interest from students.

Junior High Glee Club Thorne Junie We Carle Gree Futon Uhigi School

Devotions to Close Tonight at St Thomas Church

Devotions conclude at St Thomas Church tonight with a community program led by Rev Pathir Moriarity, former assistant pastor. The sermon on the theme of righteousness and royal duty drew key churchgoers, ending with benediction and a recitation by local children.

St .Thomis Pathir Moriarity St. Thong Church Iivinig

Grand Jury Hears Local Arson Case in Carter County

Grand jury convenes in Carter County to consider charges against Glarenve Steadman and Bennett for an arson at Renny Sky farm near Merte's Corners. Police, witnesses including Chief Tipton and Obie Ruppersburg testify as farmers from Lill and Wheelock aid investigation. The pair, detained since the night of the fire, face potential holding for further proceedings.

Glarenve Steadman Times Honnett Orp Uw Stuntéye Rowansky Merte’s Corners Wit Chattoweuw Tipton Obie Ruppersburgand Flanigan Pire Andrew Paulson Carter Renyote Golumbus Avedia Bennets Stevesian Evenig Rennysky Place Maquilia

Death of James Hassett Meat Dealer Shocks Community

James Hassett, longtime Columbus meat dealer, died of heart failure at his farm home on Olimbus road while speaking with his son and relatives. A prominent figure in Columbus for around fifty years, Hassett owned Oneida Market on North Center street. He is survived by his widow, Clyde Hassett, a daughter Mrs H N Crowell of Virginia, and several grandchildren. Funeral plans have not been announced.

Jrops Son Columbus Road Otter’s Familly Olimbus Zefelowk James Massett Columbus Tlagsett Clyde Hassett Tarly Hassett Geiger Center Street Hassett Hit Hic Oneida North Center Street Miy H. N. Crowell Virginia

Stolen auto found in Meadville on Spring Street

The Chevrolet coupe stolen from W. L. Green of Chestnut Street Meadville was found abandoned on Spring Street late Monday afternoon. Officer Ruppersburg notified Meadville authorities and Green will go to claim the car tonight.

W. L. Green Chestnut Street Meadville Spring Street Ruppersburg Green Eil

Treasurer Westley’s Report Signals City Prosperity

City Treasurer F. E. Westley reports tax collections for the past month reached a record high for this period, with receipts of $20 205.71 and expenditures of $14885, leaving a balance on hand of $119,247. The figures suggest the city is not in hard times.

F. E. Westley Westey Masist

New Front for Stennett Store in North Canter Street

Stennett & Son plan a broad modernization at their Whyston store. Work will begin within a day or two to extend the façade and construct a new copper front, with interior improvements already completed this year. The project aims to make the store one of the finest in the city.

Whyston B. W. Stennett & Soy Canter Street Drs Woods Mp Stennett Bis

Grove Street May Be Paved Next Year

Grove Street paving may occur this year as property owners press for improvement amid a long standing drainage problem. City Engineer Dicksay ordered to prepare a petition for funding at the next City Council meeting, with sidewalks on the north side slated for raising before work begins. A new walk plan and a conference with owners are planned to gauge support.

Grove Street Dicksay

Council Moves to End Damage to Dirt Roads

The council considers remedies for damaged dirt roads caused by driveways into private properties without proper approvals. An ordinance is drafted to require repairs under city supervision and avoid future ditch and culvert failures after heavy showers. Minutes note attendance, contracts awarded, and referrals for street condition investigations ahead of next meeting.

Conntase Wight Martie Popes Council Polini Little Street Wayne Street Smith Aine

Bellanca aims for Paris flight with Hertaud and Akutaberlin

United Press reports a May Bellanca attempt to fly from New York to Paris aboard the Bellanca with Loyd W. Hertaud and Clarence Akutaberlin aiming to depart soon under Giles C. Sted’s navigation aboard the Leviathan. Weather is described as favorable with conditions noted for the long voyage.

United Press Curtis Leviathan Bertiud Eirwle New York Bellanca Almose Ue York Pirat Adereal Stearney Lane

May Party Pleasing Event at State Armory

The annual May Party hosted by the Woman's Home Association last night at the State Armory proved delightful. The large drill shed was decorated in tapaneseer style, booths added to charm, and a stylish program featured dancing, vocal and instrumental numbers, and a May Pole winding. About one hundred couples attended as the committee’s effort produced an enjoyable and well attended event.

Woman's Honest Association State Armory Encors Ruth Preach Lucile Murmay Carmedl A May Mursing George Jones Myra Grapsr Bell ITC Murry Betty Helen Paulson Mary Paulson Oy PJ Grice Duane Mii Virginia Issardi Solige Alles Virginia Isard Ani Brothers Alfred Init Buster Maines Virginia Bors Tord Windings Girth Byers Luis Tssarl Uniting Arts

Fine program outlined for Swarthmore district meeting

Guy Dietrich, advance superintendent of the Swarthmore Ghantauun of Us circuit, addressed guarantors at a meeting at the Municipal Building last evening. He outlined the program arranged for the coming summer. About one third of the guarantors were present. Committee members praised the splendid offerings for the 1987 program, with a complete resume to be published in a few days.

Guy Dietrich Advange Swarthmore Ghantauun Us Cincuit Gvarantors Committee

Idaho Senator Denies 1028 Third-Party Presidential Bid

United Press reports Senator Boral of Idaho, a Republican, rejected plans for a third party bid for the 1028 presidency. The Idaho senator dismissed the article as false and spoke about a visit involving Miss Aileen Délires and her parents, noting it differed from any third-party ticket discussions.

United Pros Washington Eis Boral Idaho Hnd Rox Terredt Tewlettet Aileen Délires

Rex Shop Burgled After Night Theft at Rice Theatre

A burglary occurred at the Rex Shop on We Saul Street near the Rice theatre building. The thief entered through a wine window and took nothing from the strong box and adjoining areas as the proprietor hid inside. The crime was discovered shortly after 7 AM by passerby Doville Ressler, and police searched the area including the conferriatory shop and nearby checks for clues.

Garoine Biteaneu Ly Pita Rice Theatre Saul Street Welleius Doville Ressler Yulin Tipton Velleie Luissing Fryms Shesshop

Speakers Hear Chautauqua And Agriculture Talks

Club members at today's Rotary meeting heard Mr. Dietrich of the Swarthmore Chautauqua bureau and RIT Engle county farm agent Weretit discuss Chautauqua and agriculture. Music Week observances were announced, with details of the high school and junior high programs and a community songfest planned for Friday night.

Dietrich Swarthmore Chautauqua Bursa RIT Engle Weretit Rowri Oh Ames Sorat Jacife Murray Cee Coo Warner C. Curtis

Deny Hoover to Resign Amid Widening Breach

Washington reports of friction between President Coolidge and Secretary Herbert Hoover grow after Hoover's Chicago visit sparked speculation of a resignation. Officials denied a State Department post and reaffirmed Hoover's commitment while noting no exit before Commerce term ends. political leaders monitor developments as public statements remain cautious.

Paul R Mallon United Press Washingtons Washinton Ponhive Canfl Herbert Hoover Hoover Chicago Great Republican National Committee Chirag Steaver White House Moolidge le Hoover Juans Po Torbiga Presient Kellowe Howver Considge Ars Pestidgs Moorer

Crossings To Be Improved By PRR In City

City officials report PRR will repair all street crossings promptly after PRR officials promised, via local agent JH Marti, that work will begin at once on En Railroad grade crossings. The plan mirrors a Pittsburgh Rail improvement drive with Allegheny and Renova crossings targeted, and Herald announces a broader Walkaban program dates.

Permeylvanie Railroad JH. Marti Renova

President Coolidge to Speak at Pan American Conference Banquet

President Coolidge will address the United States Chamber of Commerce banquet tonight in Washington. His remarks, broadcast over WRC and 30 other outlets, reach delegates to the first Pan American Commercial Conference. Secretary of Commerce Hoover is set to speak tomorrow night.

Chicago Middle West Hoover Coolidge United Press Washington Coolldge United States Chamber of Commerce WRC

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