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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1925
Page
3
Published daily except Sunday in Corry Pennsylvania. Arthur Colegrove listed as editor. Post Office entry indicates second class mail matter. Subscription by mail five dollars per year. Carrier rate three cents per copy and fifteen cents per week. Advertising rates available upon application.
A column notes abundant money fueling bullish financiers and high stock prices driven by pools and rising earnings. It cites strong bank reserves, low money rates, and anticipated easy credit ahead, predicting a long period of economic activity and wealth creation. Also mentions a Dayton college plan, grade crossing safety, Indiana university automobile ban, and a quip about pencils and a remark from David Lloyd George.
Twenty years ago in The Journal Filey dated September 21 1905 David E Plather formerly of Corry sat injured at Newton Monday after a heavy piece of steel fell on his foot from above causing injury
The Interstate Highway Board outlines a national highway network touching every capital and coast to coast with plans to unite North and South American roads. It notes progress is slow and actual unbroken coast to coast pavement remains uncertain, while emphasizing ease of long motor journeys and international cooperation.
Two railroad tickets were purchased for Peoria last evening. A married woman and another woman's husband are among busy locals.Thursday marks the 400th anniversary of the Corry parish of the Emmanuel Church to be observed by members. The Rory Rod and Gun Club plans its first shoot at the fair grounds Friday. Knox laundry sold to P J Linnell of Williamston with possession to be taken this week. Mrs Harriet M Ellsworth, former commander of the Ladies of the Mac, is noted. Babets left on an extended trip to Scranton Philadelphia and other places for official doxition.
A nearly complete elk skeleton, dating about ten thousand years, was found near Naestyed during construction. The find is described as the oldest known specimen of the animal, remarkably preserved with only skull fragments and antlers missing.
United Press report from Union New Jersey details the discovery of 51 year old Tigh Moor chained to a table with two bullet wounds in the chest at Samuel Parker II's home near Kistera. Parker confessed to Moor's murder following a dog dispute and surrendered a 129 caliber automatic revolver to police.
Maurice Bernstein told police that S400 was robbed from a saloon in Pittsburgh early today.
Work started Saturday on a deep ice well near Lamont, four miles from Kane, by United Natural. Drill chief Marlin Thompson and Robert George of OwCity started the dig with 14 inch bits for the first 100 feet, later narrowing bits to reach greater depths. Completion could take up to three years. the project aims to set a world depth record for a well.
A brief item notes peaches and prunes crop near completion for home grown fruit. A. Z. Youngs of North V Austia Lindley Luke read.
North East hosts a large horticultural exhibit showcasing fruit, flowers, poultry, and farm products. The four day fair features home demonstrations, football games, a baby show, and a North East High School play. A community meeting on October 2 will highlight national and state agricultural education plans with speakers from Penn State and state education leadership.
Members of the congregation of Thomas Church plan an old Folks stage dance to be held Thursday evening at St Edward's Hall. Elaborate preparations are underway as organizers promise a highly enjoyable event open to the general public.
London reports Father Degéh, a popular Catholic priest, likening modern cabarets to ancient Rome’s orgies and calling for London to be freed from such institutions. He says semi nude dances inflame the passions of married middle aged men, tired of their wives, and degrade society.
James Baker a 90 year old insurance agent born in Jamestown New York and residing at 70 Mare Gavetta Street Batid reported as despondent due to ill health. He was found in his Sewickley hotel room after a dinner visit with his wife. Authorities noted he had moved to Pittsburgh two months ago and recently frequented solitary walks.
Ad promises a new powder named Melloaly that claims long wear and even coverage. It asserts it cannot be wiped off by skin contact and highlights a flawless finish. The copy mentions a hospital setting and urges readers to try the product.
The Associated Gas and Electric Company system includes hydroelectric and steam plants with over 325000 HP installed, 2500 miles of high tension lines, and gas plants with daily capacity of 4525009 cu ft plus 300 miles of mains. Pennsylvania Electric adds Clarion River and Youghiogheny projects with 48000 HP and steam stations over 140000 HP, many at coal mine mouths. Gross earnings rose about 50 percent since 1920, pre tax earnings more than doubled, 80 percent of 12 months ending May 31, 1925 came from electric operations, total investment above 175 million dollars. Management is handled by The J G White Management Corporation with strong relations to 23000 stockholders who are customers of the utilities network.
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