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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1916

Page

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Von Papen secretary arrested in New York by justice agents

In New York today Deputy of Justice agents arrested Wilhelm von Papen’s secretary amid investigations into plots involving ammunition ships and a German embassy attache. The secretary, reportedly an aide to von Papen, was taken from 60 Wall Street and prepared for arraignment later this afternoon. A separate report notes a four o'clock meeting with Secretary of State Lansing following the incident.

von Papen New York Dep’t OF Justice Wolf von Igel Wall Street Washington von Iigel Wall St UL Keene Department of the Het Cianada Papon Washington, D. G Ander von Hernsfort Lasijlug Baker Ani Youngel Baker Dutus

Good Roads Day Plans Forming For May Observance

A joint committee of the Board of Commerce and the Corry Motor Club plans to organize Good Roads Day on May 2. Public meetings will be held to mobilize citizens from Columbus, Wayne, and Concord townships, with local groups coordinating with city clubs. The effort aims to maximize public involvement and prepare early for the event.

Commarde Corry Motor Club Chottsarytoon Tor Ronda Aspergivora Columbus Wayne Concord Leltig OrKuited Myatem Ac Erle Mel Brie Board of Commerce Uni Hriao Motor Club Mater Atti

Corry Man Leaves for Trip Abroad

Mr and Mrs A B Stafford and children depart in the morning for Pittsburgh to visit friends and arrange passport procedures for a trip abroad. The Corry man plans to sail from Philadelphia on April 29 aboard the Inner Philadelphia of the American Line bound for Liverpool. He will spend months with his English parents and hope to catch a glimpse of wartime activity before returning to Corry after a brief stay in Butlerburgh weather notes show tonight and Wednesday.

A. B. Stafford

Republicans in Revolt In This City

Republicans in revolt split the local party over Senate candidates Mexaider Cory and Stirling Erle. Fractious factions threaten to disrupt the county and county primary, with tensions tied to leadership, anticipated primary battles, and possible armed paraphernalia amid the intra party conflict.

Guiew Corry DubHonna Briefin Moralney Bushiexs Rane Fenders Erle Omy Toed ofKen Atution Mexaider Cory Stirling Erle Corry Min Chay Arma Stricas Republi Toshy Morthlup

Women File Nominating Petitions for Congress in Pa

Harriabugg April 17 reports the first Pennsylvania petition filings for Congress. Shyla Dr Sixwbath M Buer of Philadelphia and other women seek Socialist nominations, with names like John W Slayton William A Promor Berane G Brie also in play for various parties and districts.

Harriabugg Congress Pennsylvania Giapers Gongrond Jargo Shyla Dr Sixwbath M. Buer Bouth

Cables to Berlin Tonight Carry Note From Washington

Washington April 18 The note to Berlin to be handed tonight is described as a full document outlining the United States position on Germany and international law. Officials report President Wilson and Secretary Lansing reviewed the notes and prepared to publicly explain Washington’s stance next Friday afternoon with Germany’s response anticipated.

Berlin President Lansing United Proms Washington, D.C Dontelit Guirry Lo Hartis Jas and Haal Fin Wien Germany Merhody Hivalvai

British Forces Rebuffed by Turkish Attacks

Dispatch from Tondo reports British forces beaten back as Turkish offensives press near Amara. An initial claim says British troops withdrew under heavy attack, while later notes suggest some positions held and the fleet torpedoed a coastal fort. The report reflects conflicting signals from fronts around Lake and coastal lines.

United Press Tondo Urliah Frou Relluf el Amara Ee Turku Ganural Lake Uy Biv Tien Hove Neon Cot Lake Howe Tilieh

Carranza Will Stand Firm On Demands

Washington April 18 United Press dispatch reports that General Carranza and his advisers intend to press for withdrawal of Mexican troops. The de facto government plans a further formal calculation after awaiting a formal U S reply. Arredondo’s note to Washington prompted the discussion.

Carranza United Pross Weshington D. G Rodgers Mexico City Han Genupal Cartani Mexton Radgern Carransi Hu United States Arredondo Wanhing

Company A Showcases Record Exhibition At Armory Event

A readable fragment reports Company A hosting a notable exhibition at the State Armory. Major figures from the Inspector General’s office attended, marking the event as a strong display of local company capabilities. The Board of Commerce and several officials observed the demonstrations and praised the craftsmanship, noting the favorable crowd reaction and interest in the enterprise.

Ng, P Btale Mobait Ganwral Compiny A Arins Board of Commerce Fiw Cape Brown

Local Knights to Visit Union City From Corry Lodge

A delegation of Knights of Pythias from Corry Lodge will travel to Union City to meet Sylvan Lodge members. The visit, part of cross town fellowship events, includes a joint social and election of candidates for the upcoming ceremony.

UNION Corry Lodge Knights of Pythias Corry Union City Sylvan Toes Ginkori Auipad Joont K P. Toilye Garry Uinlon Ouremony Social Vimyndaya Union City Times Pring Sylvan Lodke Unlos Caly Lodge Armimgemanta Fellas Ailund Unloa

Committee Met Last Evening On Public Utilities Actions

The Board of Commerce Committee of Public Utilities met last evening to direct action on a pending matter. The committee was instructed to proceed under order, with a review of rail industry implications and potential filing to the Public Service Commission in Harrisburg if needed.

Board of Commerce Committee of Public Utilities W Rewa Lion Paseo Aegatn Pun Ho Service Commission Harriseburg Sethian Toeasfon

Commission Hears Library Proposition in City Meeting

Mayor Matterson and the commission discussed Carnegie offer terms for a new public library building. The board approved sending a request to the Pennsylvania Railroad for crossing safety improvements and authorized immediate progress on remodeling. A bid for room decoration was returned to the supervisor for action. The health report noted multiple illnesses and hospital alerts, with several nurses on duty and measles cases in the period.

Matterson Gaurly Drown Wewilon Comunisasionen L. W Bilis Helanat Ivan Aluatlion Sway Auor Raymond Vdlization Ware Commie Wlan Carnegie Militeil Brown Mietfort Saderaon Peninsylvania Mint Avena Firther Powall

Fatality at Kittanning in Nicholwon Run River incident

Kitanning April 17 Lae Croyle superintendent of Bhawswal raiironiL vanished while assisting moving raft from Cadogan to Nicholson Run. He drowned when a platform roll toppled, leaving a 38 year old Nickelville resident.

Kitanning Lae Croyle Allexheny Nicholwon Fur Suiddy Inge Cadogan Nicholson Pun Nickelville Yaiingo County Winienton Foire Pan

Hint That Expedition May End

United Press reports Washington, April 18. Indications mount that the American expedition against Villa may conclude soon. Dispatches suggest Villa’s followers are scattered, the tempo of pursuit slows, and the campaign may end with limited gains rather than a decisive victory. The administration weighs options as bandit activity persists near the border.

Road Query On County Takeover Of State Roads Discussed

A letter from W. B. Marsh raises questions about transferring a state road to county control from Wayne Township. He seeks legal authority and outlines implications for Hare Creek Road and a route from State Line to the township, arguing county ownership could improve safety but faces jurisdictional limits under state supervision.

Soiyrnaty W. E Wayne Iimprovamant Rowil Hie Coun Mary Ca Pennsylvania

Funston Warned Story of Villa Death Is Fabrication

San Antonio dispatch says General Bell reports the tale of Villa’s death is a fabrication. Army HQ notes confusion, cites no confirmation of Willy or Gurdlu involvement. Decomposition limits verification of a corpse delivery to Chihuahua City. Bell claims orders issued.

Funston Villa Big United Press San Antonio Rekohol Winston Jodas Aeviaring Villa Dk Bothing Aone Army Headquarters Front Gener Hell Parasd Hovseages Bell James Gurdlu Oottha Willy Liuair Chituahua City

Battle Report From Border Skirmish Reaches Front Lines

Dispatch recounts a clash near a Mexican border town with U S cavalry engaging Mexican riders and a Mexican force under a flag of a federal group. American troops entered the city but withdrew after exchanges and reinforcements arrived, with Captain Tompkins and Col Ammer’s command coordinating retreat and defense. Dynamic movements and signals describe the unfolding engagement and the arrival of U S Army forces to restore order.

Coote Fominlis Mporting Lononio Amerleay Harral Valietigg Lexong Tompkins Tim Dol Triiehery Ammg

Wreck in New Haven Area Leaves Five Killed

Official report from Lew Haven says five people died in last night’s wreck when the GEL Wage Ginsten train collided with a freight at Westerly. Thirty-one hurt, most in city hospitals, with two identified victims Mrs. C. Martellé and Miss J. Glurk.

United Press Lew Haven New Haven Dma Hartford Bhikely Fra Persols Niles Westerly C. Martellé Dai Mies Glurk

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