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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1913
Page
9
The fragmentary ad page mentions advertising rates and local notices with scattered notes on tariffs, a Christian Science Monitor item, and a rural free delivery experiment from Pittsburgh. It also recounts a violent race incident in which intoxication and greed allegedly sparked killings and injuries among white men and black men, with editorial commentary from Franklin Hyenlag News.
United Press dispatch from Washington reports President Wilson sent several confirmations to the Senate. The Ridgway Pa postmaster choice is Bartley McNulty to be acted upon Monday along with other appointments including Martin Vogel as assistant treasurer in New York City and J C Comer Philadelphia as special examiner of drugs and medicines.
A large crowd in New York saw Colonel Roosevelt depart aboard the Van Dyck moor bound for South America. The party includes Mrs Roosevelt and daughter Marjory, Anthony Fiala, J K Cherry, Leo Miller, Frank Harper, Rev Mather Zahn and others. He will speak at Rio de Janeiro Sao Paulo Buenos Aires and Santiago universities and while traveling will explore the Amazon valley fort.
A gateman at the North Center street crossing smeared heavy grease on safety gate stands to deter people from leaning on the apparatus. A local businessman alerted the supervisor, who ordered the grease removal. a woman was injured beforehand. The watchman was reluctant but acted after orders.
Secretary of State Bryan praised the Wilbon Underwood tariff as an epoch in the nation's economic history. He credited the President, Underwood, and Senate supporters for the measure, calling it the greatest relaxation since the war and noting it balances revenues with government expenses.
The Mirror reports Warren hears the Pennsy plans two new fast milk and express trains on the Erie to Philadelphia division with fall schedule changes. Morning service would adjust arrival near 9 o clock, adding several milk cars. Evening train expected between 9 and 10 p.m. The new service aims to handle growing milk traffic, affecting the regular morning train and daily yard operations.
Reported delays caused by loading a safe and busy season traffic, with eX ta express delays and several hours fare. Although not yet officially announced by railroads, the report is authenticated and new trains are expected to be added. The winter schedule will be announced soon.
By United Press Washington October 1 David LaMar the Wolf of Wall Street is to be called during testimony as a writ of habeas corpus is sought to block his extradition to New York where he is indicted on charges of attempted impersonation of Congressman Palmer. LaMar alleges the New York indictment is defective.
Rose Maid drew a good house at the tapiary last evening in a press satiric musical comedy. Talented performers appeared and a few voices stood out. Stage settings and costumes were excellent making the production a success and the music excellent.
Washington reports customs officers nationwide begin enforcing the Wilson Under wool tariff with the Payne Aldrich measure now active. Officials say thousands of dollars in imports await clearance as warehouses hold shipments until officers adjust schedules, with smooth operation expected within ten days.
Washington Pennsylvania October 4 Kirk Wrenshall a former night agent at the station tackled a hold-up man and held him until officers arrived In the gunfight a revolver duel occurred with the bandit Wren Shall assisted by Charles Ewing of Pittsb rugh and another man who reported being robbed of money and valuables after fleeing from beneath a box car as bullets flew
New York October 4 The Greeley Aquaro reports plans to erect a world’s tallest building housing the Pan American Bluzen Association. The board of trustees approved the design and work will begin immediately. The structure will eclipse the Woolworth Building by several stories.
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