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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
2
A discussion argues against using 60 million in state bonds for roads, questioning the need given current revenue and past highway investment. It cites Auditor General Powell and Sisson policies, condemns corporate tax avoidance, and warns of shifting costs to homeowners and farmers.
The piece accuses the department of creating jobs for small politicians and misusing funds to advantage a partisan machine. It argues roads are neglected in favor of political gain and notes the cost of debt and road projects. It cites Detroit and Philadelphia scenes as context for social and political critique.
Tokyo reports Count Katsura, three time premier, is dead this morning. His death threatens upheaval as the Government party he led has fallen from favor, with rivals blaming recent California land controversies for discrediting his policies and the deceased and his supporters.
President Wilson pressed the signal at two o clock allowing Col Goethals to set four hundred dynamite charges that blew the Gamboa dike into tons of dirt. Dredges began removing material as blasts continue deeper to undermine the barrier. The event signals a major advance in the canal project and reshapes global maritime routes.
The writer from Catawissa Pennsylvania discusses Massachusetts roads and debt policy. He argues Massachusetts has better roads and a tax system, criticizes bonds favoring corporations, and questions why Pennsylvania spends so much locally while seeking outside examples. He urges reform and questions plans to finance road work.
A local effort in Corry aims to raise funds for a grand Halloween celebration. B Porter agreed to lead efforts after a noon meeting energized enthusiasts. The community is asked to contribute to the treasury and join in boosting the event.
A Holy Name demonstration is planned in Erie on Sunday October 19 with an expected 4000 to 5000 men. Delegations from Charon Franklin O M Otty Mend villa Union City and Corry will attend with many from Corry to join. Tickets are available at 1.16 for a round trip and can be obtained by W. J. Blue at 119 W Main Street or Duty 10 Booth Center Street.
About 100 Corry residents plan to travel to Erie on October 19 for a demonstration and its open air ferry event at Villa Maria Camp. Father LaFarg of Maryland, grandson of Commodore Par ty, will deliver the sermon.
The NuBone Cornet Company girls plan a basketball squad and form NuBone Athletic Association with management support. A benefit for corset makers is set for Thursday night at the Lyric Theater, aiming to launch the new organization by fall.
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