22 Nov 1910
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1910
Page
1
The Warren National Bank announces a 4 percent rate offering on savings with emphasis on secure handling of deposits. The notice highlights competitive terms and limited time availability with emphasis on reliability and customer service.
A former university professor reports his office was broken into and ransacked at the University of Pont alivania. He says valuable papers were stolen while he was away, and alleges the theft targets his excavation tablets and inscriptions from Subyion and Hepoulted. Colleagues show sympathy as the incident highlights concerns over archeological materials and university archives.
A major blaze in Harrisburg destroyed three business blocks on Market Square before flames were controlled. Buildings affected included Davin Wy Cottorelt Stationary COMPAR Harrieburg Hardware and Holmes Sood company. Property losses estimated around $150,000.
Reported at the Cockerill smelters where a cashier is found dead under unclear circumstances. Police are reviewing work records and nearby sightings as the city notes a troubling incident in the Kan region and Lahurys line. Investigators seek witnesses and clarifications amid sparse surviving details.
Washington hearings on freight rates feature counsel arguing scientific management could cut costs and prices. Key figures include Brandeis and railroad executives, estimating potential savings of billions daily if efficiency improves, while some commissioners remain skeptical about rate reductions and investment returns.
Winsted Connecticut reports President Taft’s Thanksgiving turkey weighing around a dozen pounds lighter than the preferred gobbler from the state. Herbert vows to honor Connecticut for providing a very fine bird, noting the White House choice weighed less than expected and sparking debate over the selection.
State commissioner William Moohin estimates a large trout fry effort in Harttaburg, aiming to gather 14,000,000 fry through winter. He notes federal support will exceed the collection and signals a forthcoming season.
IRD Lansdowne reports the Opposition Leader addressing the Lord veto in the Upper House, outlining concerns over governance and potential impact on legislative flow. The session highlighted party stance and calls for procedural safeguards.
In Reading on November 23 the Lords debated a veto bill as government leader in the Commons urged cue for amendments. Opposition pressed for changes while discussions centered on war finance, conference procedures, and potential referendums to win support from both houses.
New York detectives and federal officers arrested the principal members of the Murr Brothers bootleg ring operating from the Flatiron Building. They seized a member at the Continental Wireless Telegraph Co. The raid followed orders from Postmaster General Hitchcock and involved about 18 leaders alleged to have stolen up to 100 million dollars over seven years. Dozens more home businesses warned by government. The Furr Brothers and S. Tobey appeared before Commissioner Shields with a $20,000 bond requested, set at $10,000, and jailed.
Washington reports plans to float the monitor Puritan sunk during an ordnance test. Admiral Watt leads the Navy effort with crews returning from Norfolk to attempt salvage at Newport News. The forward hull rests in shallow water as divers prepare to raise the wreck and reembed it for repair.
A dog show record notes a buyer in Altentown Pennsylvania, November 22, paying 4500 for a fine collie named Plumty. The transaction lists a second pup at 50 and a trade involving Mrs J. Williams Holton of Gata bauaun. The event details remain unclear due to OCR errors.
Reports from Mexico say the Tenth Regiment was rushed to Orizaba as unrest grows. An American, James McRee, was shot and killed by a police officer near Alameda Park. Reed killed, companion arrested. President Diaz and government officials moved to quell disturbances with martial law discussions and troop mobilizations across Chihuahua, Nuevo Leon, and surrounding areas.
Fragmentary OCR text references revolutionists and fear within a city. Writings mention a figure Sir Wittie and a sense of unrest among locals. The readable portions suggest concern about order and control amid upheaval, but specifics are unclear.
In Reading on November 2, turkey prices jumped to 40 cents a pound for choice dressed fowls as farmers and dealers race to move stock before Thanksgiving. Smaller birds ranged 28 to 20 cents. larger cities show cheaper prices while Berks farmers form a cooperative to push prices down. Some dealers plan large shipments from other states to offer 20 cent dressed birds, risking a strain on local farmers.
A garbled note referencing Dr. Harvey W. Wiley in Washington on November 22 discusses a Thanksgiving proclamation and concerns about cold storage turkey and mice. The fragment hints at government scrutiny of food safety and storage practices during the holiday period.
An unclear OCR snippet describes a man named Mason GU and a person named Crowe hurt by a sharp object on or around November 3. The text references a hospital or quick medical care and mentions stitching or closing a wound, with garbled place and organization names.
Stamford, Conn November 29. William Howie disappeared from Soninan Pennsylvania years ago leaving four children behind. His mother was living with her third husband Samuel Porter in Sumford for more than two decades. The family reunion began after a letter found its way through contacts, revealing the mother wanted to see her son Job Towle and others.
A fragmentary report notes an unnamed husband’s costly gifts lead to marital strain and hints at a motive uncovered during a domestic inquiry. The text references a library visit and bills, but details remain unclear.
An officer wounded five attackers during a confrontation that left one assailant dead and four others injured. The target, Omopr Tndsay, was attacked by a group including Tikal and Noy. John A McGienn sustained a gunshot wound to the chest. others escaped.
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