10 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1917
Page
1
Fragmentary and garbled notes describe alleged Austro German conspiracy links involving individuals and districts. The text mentions Junction Tod and Corunna in a cryptic alert about a plot connected to broader wartime concerns, with unclear actors and dates.
Reported unrest at the Brakeshoe plant of American Moundry wall Bewca Mine Company. Morning observers noted workers near the site with seven on strike as a large force remained at work on the floor. No official confirmation or denial from management yet.
Rev William W Coe former pastor of First Presbyterian church is called by the Congregational Society of Westfield N Y to serve as pastor of the local church. He is a Marlatt College and McCormick School graduate. Plans for a strong local baseball team to represent Union City are announced with tryouts soon as grounds are prepared.
Readers report a wave of hurried marriages in New York amid unclear influences. The item notes social pressures and a sense of urgency affecting couples as speculation and local guidance circulate.
United Press dispatch from El Paso reports multiple arrests tied to a border corruption probe. Investigators allege involvement by several individuals in money laundering and illicit activities across the border, with authorities stating ongoing operations and no immediate charges detailed.
James Db. Stapleton and M Whol N. Allen of this city were married by Reverend McIntyre at Mrs. Allen's home on East South Street. The couple plan to reside at Noble Canton Street after a brief honeymoon, with an initial April 20th return noted. A separate local item reports a curious river incident involving a box found in the Conawango River and a coroner's inquiry.
A New York liner struck a mine amid a near disaster. Passengers were safely transferred as a State Department report noted no fatalities. The New York was the third American ship to hail the scene, with the St Louis returning to New York and the St Paul proceeding.
A large Easter Monday walk in Talleyue M le B A grounds preceded a concert and dance at the Armory. About 150 couples attended the event with Mozart orchestra providing music. Mrs Reinke and a Ladies Trio drew praise for performances while decor featured purple and white with electric lights.
A serious early morning fire damaged Miller Market injuring a firefighter. Fire crews fought the blaze, using water to halt spread to the rear and prevent further damage to adjacent rooms. The store owner reported equipment losses and assessed the loss at four dollars in smokers and related items.
Early this morning a landmark inn near the city, the old Colustis Fyhouse, was burned. Fire broke out and quickly enveloped the building, with no effort to save it. The structure, about fifty years old, had been owned by the Koppel family and then by Mrs. LR Tiffany. Investigators suspect the fire may have started from a stove left unattended, and the age of the property likely contributed to the extensive damage.
Weather bulletin reports a slow advance of a cold front across Worth Miiplausene on Wednesday. Forecasters note light winds, patchy fog, and a chance of drizzle as residents prepare for the Lutheran Church service and related activities.
British forces push along the western front capturing 12,000 German prisoners by noon as Sollieres and Sampoux fall. Heavy artillery and counterattacks by Germans are repulsed while British lines advance beyond stockpiled fortifications toward original German positions.
An evangelist led an Indoor Camp Meeting addressing dangers of habits, spiritual neglect, and lasting consequences. He warned that worldly influences erode the soul like spider webs, urged urgency in seeking salvation, and stressed that opportunities for grace can fade, with eternal consequences for wavering faith.
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