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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1926
Page
3
Public notice details postal classification and mailing rates for Corry Pennsylvania readers. By mail five dollars yearly by carrier three cents per copy and fifteen cents per week with advertising rates available on application.
The article reflects on Lieut Byrd's North Pole flights transforming the Arctic into a reachable goal. It contrasts romantic air travel with traditional dog sleds and notes reduced romance but wider access through mapping and aviation. Advances imply many may fly to the Pole if they can afford the trip.
The article discusses a shift toward small economical cars in the United States, modeled on European practice. Manufacturers plan compact autos with inch wheelbases and 10 to 12 horsepower, promising 40 miles per gallon and suitability for city use as auxiliary vehicles to supplement larger ones.
The piece argues British labor leaders oppose a broad general strike despite radical elements in the rubber movement. It notes they reject Communist labels, deny aims of revolution, and claim the strike is non political though potential shifts could occur. Ramsey MacDonald’s government is described as conservative and not truly radical during its tenure.
Twenty years ago May 1906 Journal notes spring fever as townsfolk celebrate with parades to the driving park. Joseph King of Kane and Beadie Drake lead with a 2 08 14 record while Raymond Mr Vo pivots to fishing. Melvin J. Smith is new county commissioner with Grant Smith as president. The Journal wins a printing contract for the Corry prize list. A wooden building on the avenue is sold and to be torn down. Charles Arrance repairs in the Heston Block on First avenue.
United Press reports motor stocks led a dull session on the New York market as General Motors held up while others fell to new lows. Local activity was limited with late trading scarce and oil and steel trends mixed. Sterling traded above par amid global settlement hopes.
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