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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1921
Page
1
A chaotic World War II era dispatch describes rising misery and hunger. It notes shortages of coal and food, fears of forced labor, and planned curfews. It mentions foreign shipments and homefront charity strain amid mounting social unrest and worker displacements.
A well known Clymer man named Neckers was found dead in a barn near his home from a halter rope hanging. Police and family say he may have attempted suicide after an earlier illness. a coroner’s inquest is expected, with funeral at the Clymer cemetery.
Public sale notices report high demand for tickets to the civic dinner set for next Wednesday evening. Tickets available at Ukolly News, James Conde, Lewis Cigar Store, and other outlets. inquiries by phone to Wel 420.
SICKETS ON SALE LEGION MINSTREL SHOW Aropld 6 May 9 to 11 p.m. at Cowlsan rugatore. Reserved seats available, secure early. Hot talent and expected crowd. program includes multiple acts and a later warning at 9 1 eloq.
In a terse dispatch from the capital, key officials including the secretary and settler figure are cited as involved in a government reshuffle. The note mentions a person named Gattiv White Hound and references President and secretary roles in the ongoing rearrangement.
In London the supreme council set to decide penalties for Germany over unpaid reparations debt. Direct negotiations planned with Allies and new German proposals to communicate through the United States amid ongoing Allied diplomacy.
A dinner dance and cabaret are planned at the armory Monday evening for the Ladies Auxiliary of the Corty hospital. Dinner at 7, cabaret to follow. gallery reopening at 8 30. Tickets priced to sell, with out of town tables reserved and attendees urged to obtain tickets at the armory.
An engineer at a power substation aided Mrs Nowuek who fell into the Lackawanna River while returning from the western mountains to search for a cow. Morrell, working nearby, heard children’ s shouts and reached the river to alert others as the mother disappeared into the swift water.
Chicago crime beat reports the killing of John Mohundy an informant found shot in a hoodie at a late night address. Police say political ties and mob activity may underlie the murder as investigators question associates and review street contacts.
C R Edmonds died this morning at Jolloek near We home of his son W W Edmonds on Mountam road at age 70. He is survived by one brother W 71 of Ormonde and a wife Mrs Yeager and three sons W W Montis Tra atone and Q Admonte. Memorial services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 oclock at the? church. Interment will be in the McGeay cemetery at Lovolls.
Health officer Dr Wright reports three smallpox cases in Columbus area including Rothod Stowe of Corry and Charles Simpson with daughter Gladys and Phil Murray of Columbine. Quarantine enforced as medical staff treat patients and monitor close contacts. Recovery expected for some. officials note lingering concerns over additional exposures in the past two weeks.
Oliver W. Daggett, brakeman for the Nickel Plate, fell about 70 feet from a bridge at Girard while riding a freight car. He was found by an engineer and died at the scene. Coroner investigations announced to determine the exact cause as officials review the circumstances of the accident.
Senate Democrats plan a renewed attack on the Knox peace treaty, arguing its passage would force immediate U S withdrawal from occupied areas. They claim withdrawal harms Allied efforts and could endanger Germany’s postwar prospects. Senator Lodge cited potential U S-Germany talks as a likely followup in a separate speech.
National Boxing Association figure Walter T. Liginger predicts efforts to curb ticket prices for a major boxing match in New Orleans. The plan centers on limiting cost and preventing scalping while authorities review seating arrangements and event economics.
United Press reports a stewardship conference at the M. E. Church causing a noted price drop amid a continuing antitrust case. The article notes investigators or officials commenting on actions affecting costs in the market and related regulatory scrutiny.
An evening program at the First Methodist Dike featured Pastor Williams introducing De McDonai and Dr Artie Blaptey of the Kyran congregation to discuss the Now Testament Ming and Christian stewardship. The session included reports from Tomyor and Denver Cole and highlighted tithing practices and church fellowship.
Report details a stranded vessel off Blok Island where officials and divers prepare to transfer all passengers to safety. The scene involves Port Vine and local authorities coordinating evacuation amid ongoing inspections and weather concerns.
A garbled report states Tania won a world dental championship event amid unclear references. No verifiable details on date location or opponents could be confirmed from the text.
United Press dispatch reports President Harding and Secretary Hughes meeting to discuss Allied relations and possible shifts in policy toward Germany and the war’s end. The talks focus on keeping the Allies united while avoiding a tilt that could jeopardize the European war effort.
Mobilization plans completed in Paris for the utility class of 1919. About 180000 men will be called, with other troops outside the area affected by early war damage. The program aims to accelerate reconstruction and alert necessary workers if needed.
The owner of a New York hotel and a $100,000 home developer was shot dead here early today, ending a local feud. Police say the killing may be linked to long standing disputes involving the Italian community and rival proprietors.
Fragmentary report from New London April 20 states a submarine ran aground near Montauk Point and was slowly pulled free as crews work to refloat. Paris dispatches note discussions at the commissions about transfer and control amid tensions involving Austria Hungary and Turkey with consequences for regional disputes and Schm.
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