21 Apr 1920
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1920
Page
1
Reports detail a tropical cyclone battering Mississippi and nearby areas. The disaster kills dozens, devastates villages, and disrupts communication with lines down to northern Alabama as leaders assess damage and casualties.
Lincoln Nebraska April 2 Senator Tebenyns Tanson leads the Republican primary as results trickle in from 228 of 1449 precincts giving Johnson 111 Wood 627 with Porvhing 3030 while the Nebraska delegation seeks support for Walliain J Bryan at the national convention. The Democratic field shows another candidate with 115 products in contention for the nomination.
A distorted report shows Warren County delaying road improvements as funds and state approval falter. Residents gathered for a meeting at Went Spring Creek School to discuss plans, costs, and the impact on local projects and equipment needs.
Coach Sheen reports a strong base hull program with ample practice at Lair grounds and plans for regular workouts. Track events show potential with wet cod mid track practice and May 10 county meet in Brio, while early games are arranged with Kano and Johnsonbarg and a short season expectant.
At yesterday’s Brio Promy tony meeting Dr BG Wood was to attend representing the Presbyterian church. The visiting pastor from Stockholm was expected to arrive and prepare for the work, with plans to occupy the pulpit next Sunday evening.
The Howring Corporation has filed nine applications to aid in building frames and converting homes in the city this summer. Elmer McElroy will supervise the construction as work begins on a West Irving Avenue residence for Tovoph Burkhart. Plans include turning single family homes into two family apartments and converting others as the corporation proceeds with ground breakings expected soon.
The census bureau announced Akron’s population rose to 208 435 in 1920, up 139 168 from 1910. The update lists other Pennsylvania towns with varying gains such as Franklin at 9 970 and Greensburg at 8 101, noting notable increases across the state.
Three men were scalded in a wreck near Huntingdon as freight cars collided today at Mapleton. Most injuries were not serious, with one hurt in Altoona and a broken tackle noted. Local notices mention residents returning from New York and a lodge meeting at Odd Fellows Hall with a funeral planned for Wallace Oldey tomorrow afternoon.
President Wilson may not press Allies on San Remo attendance and key treaty terms. State Department notes delay in ratification, with questions on Adriatic status and the Sultan's fate amid ongoing allied settlement talks.
A communique reports men believed to be revolting capture the town of Tuxyum, near Tampico, threatening oil lands owned by American and European interests. The insurgents reportedly push toward Tampico with substantial forces.
A fragment recounts a gathering at the home of Mit on Cantor Street with guests including Minn Gortiude Cottle. The event followed a war period, featuring sugar pie and tea, and a late reading or entertainment segment.
Rail traffic is slowly recovering as main lines resume operations and shipments move toward affected hubs. Erie lines near Kent and Port Jervis reopen gradually, though embargoes linger in New York district. If conditions worsen, a few plants may close briefly, delaying shipments and impacting local industries.
Scranton Railway Company workers walked off at 2 a.m. today amid talks of ending by noon. Trolley crews demand 20 cents an hour for carmen and 15 cents for motormen as a temporary wage boost during the stoppage.
In World, Japan April 165 a government minister cited slow negotiations on a multinational commission funded by an American banker. The report notes opposition and delays in foreign mediation efforts, with additional mentions of diplomatic visits and local activities amid the slow progress.
Chicago rail workers endure a continuing strike with mass meetings and partial returns. About 4 000 left the hall as leaders warned of a return to work while 600 remained. freight movement stayed near normal in Chicago. Officials forecast full resumption within ten days as ballots on job relocation are considered.
Atlanta April 21 returns from 15 percent of Georgia counties show Attorney General Palmer leading with about twenty convention votes over his Hearier opponent Thomas Watson for the congressional nomination. United States Senator Hoke Smith runs in third place.
Warren County officials won a civil action against a bridge contractor in Cleveland seeking 27,600 dollars plus costs for failure to complete the new Warren bridge project. A jury awarded the county the full amount claimed, while claims against the Path Company were dismissed.
The Parents and Teachers Association of Woncord School will hold a meeting Friday April 2 at 2 30 pm. Members will discuss paying the membership fee and expect attendance from members and friends. The event marks the last meeting of the school year with a luncheon planned, and a small charge may cover refreshments.
The death of Meal Prod B Baribough occurred yesterday morning at 2 36 at the home of Dr Meads in Union City. Survived by her husband, the obituary notes a several weeks illness from complications and mentions friends and acquaintances in the community.
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