25 Apr 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1919
Page
1
Sonnino and other Italian leaders plan to depart Paris tonight as large demonstrations erupt across Rome Genoa Turin Milan Bologna and other cities. Americans abroad vow to stay firm amid the upheaval and protests denouncing President Wilson.
The War Department diverted the 112th and 113th regiments from Newport News to Philadelphia for a divisional parade. Company A travels with the units aboard the transport ship Mersary, as families in Corry and nearby expect the march and ceremony in the Quaker City. The 28th Division was slated to land in Philadelphia with plans for a grand demonstration.
United Press reports the George Washington will depart Brest May 1st after redeploying its carrier task force. The carrier group will return to port around May 20th, with no indication from President Wilson of early party changes.
A financial report shows the Fourth District Victory Loan subscription at 114,841,000 with a target of 460,000,000. Officials anticipate reaching the initial goal early next week as hundreds of communities participate and more subscriptions come in.
A sharp April freeze across Blair County destroyed nearly all early fruit crops. Paul Thayer of the state experiment station assessed heavy damage to crops including the cherry, peach, and other stone fruits due to temperatures near freezing.
A centennial event for the Odd Fellows described with historic detail, including charter dates, key figures such as Thomas Willey and the Grand Lodge lineage, and notes on membership, lodges, and past imperial connections. The article traces origins from British roots to American expansion and highlights the role of prominent members and ceremonial guests.
A loco mystery unfolds after twins are found abandoned on a passenger train bound for Warren. A Buffalo Courier paper with the infant names prompts inquiries into the Fay family of Spring Creek Pa and a Erie contact, as investigators seek the rightful guardians and track a possible last known stop at Jurey.
The lead unit of the German peace delegation reached Versailles in the late morning and four minor representatives prepared to greet the French ahead of the main group expected on May 0. The advance guards faced Allied reception plans and security precautions surrounding the talks.
The state convention of Woodmen of the World meets in Erie City for a three day session opening next Monday. Mayor Miles B. Ritts will give the welcome address. Delegates are expected from every county in the state. The Woodman Circle and Corry Circle will be represented by Mess. W. L. Waters and others.
Fragmentary report describes Grand Master Wildey arriving in Boston on June 6 1803 to present shortern to two lodges Ty and another, noting ties to Massachusetts Maryland history and English emigrants around 1818 1819 with reference to Musan and Gad Fellowship.
The Core Motor Club gathered for a rally and banquet led by leaders including Kauder and Heath to mark growth from a small group to a thriving organization. Mayor Alexander and highway officials outlined joint road improvements, paving of streets, and future city bonding plans, praising cooperation and community unity.
Readable fragments record a Victory Loan total of 34 100 in a wartime funding drive. Mentions June and May events. references to people and places appear fractured but indicate a diocesan or local civic push and a payment deadline.
The fragment describes a suspected train wrecking attempt and mentions individuals Heke Windle Mrs. Charles II Gulgor and Master Henry Reed arriving home after a visit. The garbled OCR hints at a mystery around a railway incident and possible discovery of evidence linked to the act.
Fragmentary weather update mentions freezing conditions and temperature tonight with Saturday outlook. A related item references Rogers Payne and Lilly urging member attendance at meetings and a club reorganization with leaders showing confidence in unity.
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