Citizens Demand Water Rate Revision Across City
Citizens protest escalating charges as residents report a steep monthly drain from households. Officials face pressure to reveal the full scope of rate increases and their impact on urban living costs.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1925
Page
1
Water rate hike sparks battle to contest schedule
Citizens rally against a steep water bill increase from the private Water Supply Company. Over two months the new tariff raised bills 30 to over 100 percent, with homeowners paying around 400 monthly versus 100 before. Urban demand for relief and a formal contest grows as residents fear ongoing, unaffordable charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citiena
Today's Five Best Radio Features Across Major Stations
A summary list routes five top radio features broadcast by KOA Denver and stations WWJS WSAL WSAT WOG WCAP WRAP and others. It mentions Central Daylight time listings for programs such as an organ recital and Army Band performances with pageant broadcasts scheduled in the evening across multiple markets including New York Philadelphia and Providence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KOA
Denver
Mounain
Giresh Goda
WSAL
Central Daylight
WSAT
WOG
Davenport
Central Standard
WCAP
Washington
WRAP
New York
WOO
Philadelphia
WSAR
Providence
Eastern Standard
United States Army Band
WPG Atlantic
Col Willing Public Investigation Demands Full Disclosure
Col William Mitchell called for a fully public investigation into criticism of the defense system. He said he knew nothing of any probe into him personally, and that if bureaucrats wish to remove him they have the power to do so. He urged that all evidence be published and available to the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Willian Mitchell
War Department
Mitchell
Whit
Publi Press
Commerce Directors Meet To Discuss Zoning And paving Plans
The Cham ber of Commerce directors met at headquarters in the municipal building with President Illyriao Keppel presiding. They advanced plans for a city zoning measure and for paving the East Columbus Avenue route to connect with a separate highway. George Patterson of the Gary Motor Club outlined his club’s plan and the group agreed to meet with the City Commission at the next regular session to discuss East Columbus avenue and zoning. Other current matters and new projects were reviewed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Illyriao# Keppel
Columbus Avenue
George Patterson
Gary Motor Club
Motor Club
East Columbus Agenue
Soning
Lynching Threat Circles Iowa Slain Temperance Leader
Vinton citizens react with fear after the assassination of Mrs. Hi Cooke, 41, president of the county WCTU. Investigators seek the killer, amid talk of lynching on every street corner. WCTU statement vows action if the guilty party is not found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinton
Iowa
Ars
Hi Cooks
Women’s Christian
Perence Aikson
WGTU
Tew
Mitchell Court Martial Anticipated Amid High Interest
War Department probes whether Col William Mitchell made charges against the War and Navy departments while Mitchell, demoted after criticisms before a house committee, is set to reaffirm his press charges. A court martial may convene in San Antonio or Washington within weeks, with public proceedings likely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Eying Fon Cave
Léeuatte
War Department
Patrick
Washington
William Mitchell
War
Navy
Air Service
House
George A. Nugent
San Antonio
Hint
Naval plane trials for Hawaii set after delays
The PB-1 Navy aircraft to fly a thirty hour test to prove fitness for the Pacific hop departs from San Francisco under Lt Cmdr James String. The mission aims to persuade Secretary Wilbur to lift the ban on Hawaiian flights after the PN-91 loss. The crew includes Commander John Rodgers. Local fans Clair Phelps Fred Arp strong Riley and D M Alford attended the Pittsburgh Chicago Labor Day game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Prest
San Francisco
Hawaiian Islands
PBA
Naplane
Navy
James Hy String
Tast
Secretary of the Navy
Wilbur
PHL
PNMAS
John Rodgers
Clair Phelps
Fred Arpstrong
Me. Riley
D.M. Alford
Pittsburgh
Labor Day
Noel's father to aid in defense in Mary Daly case
In Newark New Jersey Harrison Noel, 20, accused of abducting and killing six year old Mary Daly and wounding a driver, will have his father, Noel, retain counsel to defend him. Noel told reporters he will stand by his son, blaming authorities for the mental distress and noting his own duty as a father. Police consider possible accomplice theories as the Essex County grand jury weighs evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dix W. Noel
Harrison Noel
Chicago
Noel
Jack
Montclair
Mary Daly
Raymond’ Pierce
John Sandin
Rosexcounty Hospital
Overbrook
Ni J.hu
Harrison
Newark
Wallace Payne
Little Falls N
Payne
Cecertily
Montelain
William Bogan
Cedar Grove
Nosi
Jean
Kwomei
Raymond Piers
Stain Negen
Itf
Essex County Grand Jury
Victor D'Aloia
Noel Showhd
Prevent Grand Jury
Noél
Opponent of Judge Lindsley Found Dead in Denver
The opponent of Judge Bes B Lindsey for Juvenile Judge, former United States District Judge Graham, was found dead at his Denver home shortly before noon. Gas was noted as escaping from the scene. Graham figured prominently in a recent recount of ballots for the Juvenile judgeship, with Lindsey Bailly winning. Graham was alleged by some as the Klan candidate and faced numerous election charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Denver
Dole
T.royal R
Graham
United States District
Bes B. Lindsey
Lindsey Bailly
Meadville City Water System Quietly Reaches Financial Health
The Meadville water supply, city owned and funded by earnings, shows a paid off debt of 18 000 and today a cash surplus of 20 600. Since purchasing from a private firm in 18, the system reduced charges and expanded hydrants and pipes while cutting rates for domestic consumers to about 1.19 per quarter. The plant is debt free and in strong financial position, with continued savings for residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meadville
Meadville Water Supply Service
Thas
Trench Gracie
Larrea
First Clase Financial
Typhoon Sweeps Korea Causes Severe Damage and Deaths
Tokyo dispatch reports a powerful typhoon moving across Korea tearing down 290 houses and damaging 2000 more. Three trains left tracks killing railway workers and injuring others, as a tidal wave overwhelmed dozens of boats. Crops suffered heavy losses across affected areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tokio
Hiny
Fis
Korea
Fbden
Ure
Japan
Tom
Khushin
Toyooki
Work Started On Titusville Union Road Project
Work began yesterday by Devine Construction of Milanee toward building a direct route from Franklin to Union City. Superintendent GW Gardner said the project aims to finish a sixty mile road by mid November with local labor, farmers, and teams on site.Mrs. Glenn Spencer and her son M Altanl Spencer returned home from Tulsa after attending the Velaran’s National Convention with the Post and Auxiliary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Devine Construction Company
Miianee
McKinney Highway
Franklin
Union City
Jim Pitts
Lord County Fine
Gardner
Cochranton
Focal
Glenn Spencer
M. Altanl Spencer
Tulsa
Oklo
The
Velarans of Foreign Wars
Post and Auxiliary
City to seek 24 hour crossing guard on Smith Street
City Solicitor Blaine Kincaid served formal notice on the Pennsylvania Railroad demanding a 24 hour watchman at the West Smith Street crossing. City officials expect a railroad response within days and will monitor the situation, pressing for prompt action due to increasing traffic and unsafe conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blaine Kincaid
Pennsylvania
Adited
West Smith Street
Tie Com
Inquiry Court Begins Probe of Shenandoah Disaster
Washington. A court of inquiry to hear evidence on the Shenandoah disaster will convene at Lakehurst to determine the catastrophe cause. Secretary of the Navy Wilbur will select naval officers and astronomical experts for a separate body from Caldwell inquest members. Testimony from wreck investigators will be heard and wreckage shipped to Lakehurst for examination. Misses Eroma Sullivan and Marguerite Smith plan an Erie visit this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Pros
Washington
Shenandoah
Lakehurst
Wilbur
Pw Couré
Walbur
Caldwell
Ohio
Darth
Lake
Kuret
Coroner's Jury Opens In Titusville Shooting Case
Police believe Montgomery killed himself after an upstairs party at the Montgomery home. The coroner's jury convened in Titusville to hear testimony on the Montgomer y shooting, with witnesses including parents of participants and several out-of-town guests. The investigation centers on whether the death was self-inflicted and details of the after party at the Montgomery residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Titusville
Corry
Corayner
Vonnell
Montgoméry
Lena Montgomery
Montgomery Aouse
Hotiy Montgorere
Conynelly
Howe
Logsa
Hagen
Montgomery
Trate Wabhinetlin
Porener Kerr
CE. Fisher
Foreman
Weary McChitchol
Llawde L. Grove
R. de Pringle
A. J. Heaton
Harry Fete Ton
Alfred Montgomery
Vive Ead
Patie
Eld Billard Sweetwood
Bodamer
Bernard Ledeber
Robark Wilson
Helen
Skinner
Harrison
Por
van Rennesadler
Carew
Abandoned Motorcycle Reported Near Wilcox City
Monday night a motorcycle with a sidecar was found abandoned near Wilcox city in poorly wrecked condition. The engine tag had been delayed and the vehicle likely stolen. Lawson Benita reported the matter to police. no further details available.
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Tate
Rus Éity
Lawson Benita
Aio Pquiniéa
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