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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1913
Page
2
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A Bradford Era summary notes Dr George Wincwit, President of the University of Minnesota, telling American Bankers Association delegates that society needs more farmers and fewer bankers. Educators warn education lures country youth from farming, while agriculture officials predict rising meat prices as cattle production falls, urging banks to back better credit for farmers.
The text argues that improving farming life benefits the nation, with more prospects for bringing city dwellers to the farm. Lawmakers at state and national levels acknowledge agriculture's importance, noting most national wealth is tied to the soil and that bankers are giving it serious consideration at conventions.
A Carlisle Sentinel letter argues that state roads bond issue of fifty million dollars is unnecessary if auto license revenue of two million annually covers interest. The writer asks why not issue more bonds to build roads instead of bonds, suggesting a fundable alternative.
A gruesome mining accident in Wilkesbarre leaves Albert Titus trapped in a coal chute for twenty minutes. He died an hour after being removed, with severe upper body injuries and both legs ripped by the machinery. The incident marks one of the worst in the mining industry locally.
In Rankin a Russian confectionery dealer, Sandor Villagas, aged 42, walked into a newly opened store and shot Ellen Muskowits, then killed himself. The motive cited involves an infatuation with Muskowits after she previously clerked in his shop and refused marriage to the man after her husband’s involvement.
In Princeton New Jersey on October 22 a three million dollar Graduate College and the Cleveland Memorial were dedic: attention drew leaders from France Germany and Britain with former president William Howard Taft and Columbia President Butler among speakers. A several hundred alumni attended the event highlighting Princeton's campus expansion.
United Press reports President Wilson signed the Urgent Deficiency bill, which abolishes the court of cont reré and funds the Panama Canal. It also removes deputy customs collectors and marshalls from civil service, with a memo asserting a policy of merit in filling offices and denying fears of spoiling.
Harry Thaw issued a statement expressing fear that the New York grand jury starting tomorrow on the conspiracy charge will not act in his favor without full knowledge of the facts, unlike the Mateless county grand jury which was reportedly victimized for knowing the full facts.
New York reports Captain Franca Inch plans to sail for Europe today aboard the Mauretania to watch for the drifting hull of his burned ship the Volturno.
Gov Glynn signed a grand jury investigation order in the Thaw case. W York County authorities and Dutchess County officials moved the matter to New York, citing an escape planned at a West Side saloon. Witnesses to be called include guards, Mrs Taylor, Dr Kiev, and other conspirators linked to the Mishkitl landing scheme.
Berlin October 22 United Press reports at the opening of the 11th annual assembly of the association for the prevention of tuberculosis that Friedmann, speaking in the name of Empress Augusta Victoria, announced public disclosure of a secret cure for tuberculosis tested with the Amerson method. A first demonstration of the sprain treatment is planned at the Royal Hospital in Chinle tomorrow. About 800 delegates attend with fifteen nations represented. Although the United States has no official delegate, several congress officers are Americans including Dr Stephen Maher of New Haven and Dr Jacobs of New York.
Tokio reports well informed authorities view the Molkan situation as serious and Washington officials expect stronger measures than the US public. President Wilson has not taken decisive steps after recent communications. Paris dispatch notes French naval and merchant ships to guard business interests in Mexican waters. date for sailing not set.
Ethel Brown of Washington DC in charge of the rehearsal of Oliver Cromwell arrived yesterday afternoon and is staying with Dr B H and Mrs Phelps. The final planning meeting for the play was held at the Presbyterian church last night and drew a large crowd. Tonight at eight o clock all participants are urged to be on time at the same venue.
Chicago October 24 The Cubs season rosters were cut short by a snowstorm as managers in several small towns reported snow covering infields. Games extending into next week were canceled or postponed pending further word from team owners and officials. Fort Cory No 6 Home Watchman calls members to a Wednesday meeting.
Mina Wilson speaks at the home of Mrs. John J. McKelvey urging an immediate drive to raise three million dollars for work among young girls and working women nationwide. The campaign includes a broad appeal across New York to support the fund and youth programs.
A woman perished while attempting to rescue her two year old daughter and her four year old niece after a collision with a passenger train in Altoona. The incident, reported by United Press, details a fatality on the Pennsylvania rail line as bystanders described the chaotic scene and authorities began investigations.
Weather section notes cloud cover with unsettled skies for tonight and Thursday. No significant precipitation forecast. temperatures hold steady with mild conditions across the region.
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