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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 21, 1913

Page

1

Electric light pole war erupts over city excavation

Corry City Company crews clash with municipal authorities while digging for a utility pole on South Gonter Street between Wilcox Market and Cameron Building. Chief Stevens orders arrests as city halts work under street excavation ordinance. later permits are sought and work resumes amid debates on pole placement and cooperation.

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Weather Outlook Signals Rain and Colder Temperatures

The forecast warns of rain and a drop in temperatures tonight. Expect windy conditions and a chill in the air across the region as residents brace for cooler weather.

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Foundry to Open as Electric Team Finishes Crane Work

A modern five story crane housed at the Ajax Tron Works new foundry was set in operation last evening by a crew of heavy electrics. They completed night work and wiring to allow the project to continue after dark. The Rogers Company expects near completion of steel work by tomorrow. Building progress shows east wall completed and substantial roof progress, with full completion anticipated mid next week though the facility may not be fully finished.

Ajax Tron Rogers Company Jeans Ajax

Tragic Domestic Shooting in Harvkdgtale

In Harvkdgtale on November 21 Caroline Nimte was shot by Charles Delte who then killed his wife and mother before fatally wounding himself. Delte died a few hours later from the self inflicted wound.

United Prewe Piabure Caroline Nimte Hravkdagte Charles Delte Tony

Distinguished Colored Man in the City Visits Corry

William S. Menson, president of the Dixie Industrial School of Alabama, visited Corry yesterday and purchased a 45-ton class A locomotive. He is described as a wealthy cotton capitalist with vast Alabama interests. The locomotive will be shipped to the conderh in about three weeks, with additional locomotives prepared for export to leave New York next week.

Courtey Wis Corry William 8. Menson Dixie Industrial School of Alabama Benson Str Henson Howard Tntv Washington Nulde UKM Heyson Alabama Cimax Ron New York

Club and Company A Practice Game At Armory

Last evening at the Armory two basketball squads from Company A and Municipal Club played a lively practice game. Company A featured Holten Riggs Mennell Knowlit Geiger and Scott while the Club carried Howney Guignon Crippen Cowles Paley and Bracken. The teams announced a solid schedule including Jamestown Westfield Edinboro Union City Coleman and the Falconer Independents.

Armory Company A Municipal Clul Holten Riggs Mennell Knowlit Geiger Scott Pieee Howney Guignon Crippen Cowles Paley Bracken Company A Five Wre Jamestown Westfield

Imperial Limited Wreck Drowns Fireman Ont Port Arthur

Reports from Harron Bay Ontario and Port Arthur Ontario say the Imperial Limited of the Canadian Pacific plunged into Lake Superior after a derailment. The engine and fireman are believed drowned. no passengers injured. Wires are down and details remain unavailable.

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Wilson cancels White House New Year reception

President Wilson shatters century old custom by skipping the New Year reception at the White House. He will be away for a brief holiday, ending the tradition of presidents greeting visitors in the Hive Room on New Year’s Day.

United Press Washington, D.C Wilson White House

Water Crane Demolished After Train Mishap

Train No. 10 lay at the depot when orders misinterpretation caused the engineman to start ahead before the fireman. The water crane east of the depot tore from its foundations and wrecked the track, flooding the depot area briefly until the crane was removed.

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City Cleans Up Streets After Storm Debris

Councilman Sessie spearheads cleanup as the street sweeper and city workers clear pavements. Merchants report debris tracked into stores since the storm, but progress was noted with the southern Davemante area improving by noon.

Sessie Sonia Coluus

Corry Officials Return From Harrisburg Meeting

Mayor Alexander and Councilman Brown return from Harrisburg after attending the Lid Class City League session. They report the trip worthwhile and note the new Third Class City law needs amendments to reach practical form, with continued discussion on how points will be interpreted in coming years.

Alexander J. B. Watterson Chyrne M. Brown Harrisburg Corry

National Chamber of Commerce Meets in Detroit

Hilgar G Griswell district secretary of the Chamber of Commerce leads a Detroit convention to strengthen links with local city organizations. The national body aims to include Corry and nearby towns and plans future attention from the association to boost member information from Washington.

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Bank offers CDs and bonds for tidy liquid and long term gains

The bank touts Certificates of Deposit as safe immediate access investments with 3 percent interest payable on demand. For longer funds, its Bond Department markets bonds yielding 5 and 6 percent, chosen for the bank's own investment. The bank notes twenty years of bond purchases with no losses.

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