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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1925
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports that Senator Wright resigns amid a rift with Governor Pinchot as American debt proposals to avert a Paris debt parley collapse are presented. Mellon denies reports of any debt agreement, while U S delegates show disagreement on terms.
Narrisberg reports Secretary of the State Department resigns this year. Paul Be Wright explains his forward-looking reasons, citing highway and radar funding, a contested secondary system, and tensions with Governor Piasler over Route 20. Wright letter references commitments and speculation about future projects.
Aboard the SS Camden at dawn the lifting of a sunken submarine commenced. Divers placed around the hull as two wrecks began a slow, steady hoist with weather calm and hopeful expectations for hours of work ahead.
Mrs Marié Ogram was acquitted of the murder charge in the Burton Williams case after five hours of deliberation at Mendylile court. Verdicts also found Clarence Kuli guilty of another murder with fines and jail time imposed. Separately, Warren Healey and two other Bradford youths remain missing after a Labor Day disappearance, triggering renewed concern among families and police.
Venango Public Service Corp officials told a Journal reporter that an underground cable caused last night’s interrupted street lighting. The problem was repaired and no further breaks were anticipated.
The listing shows stations including WRC Washington WIZ New York WGY Schenectady KYW Chicago KGO Oakland and WPG Atlantic City airing featuring orchestras bands and recitals. Programs include Central and Pacific Standard times and a Dent Brutus comedy segment with several affiliates contributing performances.
Secretary Kellogg addressed members of the Senate and House saying parliamentary government faces grave problems across democracies. He noted pressure toward class rule and warned against entrenching expedient powers, while omitting explicit reference to a British delegate barred from entry.
Wartime report from New London states naval efforts to raise the sunken submarine using wrecking derricks Monarch and Century were unsuccessful. A message received at headquarters this afternoon confirms the setback and ongoing search and recovery actions.
Officials report yesterday the greatest rush in school tax payments as collectors processed a flood of 1925 tax receipts. A penalty of five percent plus an additional one percent for city taxes takes effect on late assessments, with totals and exact figures to be announced later.
The Corry post office began delivering mail to homes on October 1 1889 with four letter carriers W R Mushrouck George Marks Morris Atherly and Fred McIntyre under Postmaster Max Cameron. By now there are seven regular carriers and one parcel post carrier. Carriers typically walk five to seventeen miles daily.
The Jonathan Lodge held a meeting to elect officers including Noble Grand Laver Miller Vice Grand Harold Shannon Financial Secretary Auer Recording Secretary Carl Hinmian Treasurer Frank Amidon Trustee McCray phernalia Clerk Edward Champions Representative to the Aged Home Corl Fintan Representative to the Orphan Home Patterson. Officers to be installed by District Deputy Grand Master C K Avet at 8 o clock tonight with a supper served after.
A temporary debt settlement between French and American debt financing commissioners was agreed in Washington. France will make specified payments for five years while both sides review France's payment capacity later. The French debt mission will depart for France immediately.
Settlement effected in Sprine Creek man placer linder arrest case with police involvement and release of the suspect. The Oscar Scott laming case postponed to Saturday with a hearing set for yesterday afternoon. Mrs Helen Clark’s information cites assault and lottery charges against George Shell. Rochester authorities face attempts at eluding arrest while Harry Austin is jailed on a child support charge amid missing payments to four children.
Three naval aviators testified that current Navy air management hindered progress and urged creation of a separate air corps. They claimed only “real airmen” in absolute control could match foreign powers and cited reluctance to speak openly. Mrs Bliss visited Erie briefly.
An official inquiry led by Captain Paul Foley sought to assign fault for the Shenandoah disaster. Witnesses including Charles Rosen and others questioned the dirigible crew about wind and weather effects. The court withheld final findings pending executive review as naval officials debated responsibility.
Plans for the formal opening of Hotel Cory include a public reception and elaborate menu. The event will feature extended invitations and a press effort, with hotel staff preparing to accommodate expected demand and additional coffee shop capacity. Local town residents are anticipated to attend as the hotel ramps up services.
Members of the Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce will gather in Chamber rooms at eight o'clock this evening to discuss plans for future sales days and related activities. Attendance is encouraged from all members.
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