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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1913
Page
2
The borough of Homestead voted four to one against the proposition to become a third class city. It remains unclear whether the reversal was due to opposition to cityhood or to the proposed commission form of government.
In McKeesport Pennsylvania on August 4 Steve Seamt, 80, was jailed after attempting to shoot a smoking car on a train between Elizabeth and McKeesport. He drew a gun, fired several times, and was restrained by County Detective Thor Storer. No one was hurt as all shots went wild.
At about 7 30 this morning Henry Parsons a Journal employee rescued a large bull dog that nearly strangled after attempting to leap a rear fence at the harness shop corner First Avenue and South Street. A tone string was tied to a collar around the dog cut and the animal hung on the outer side until Parsons released the strap. The dog recovered and expressed appreciation despite the painful ordeal.
Washington August 4 Secretary of State Bryan said he was expecting to receive the resignation of Henry Lane Wilson ambassador to Mexico at any hour. A separate notice in Marshall County mentions a trespass fine and farm possession disputes involving Crawford Thurston.
Special to Journal Winlenton Pa Aug 4 A Winton Six driven by E O Crawford plunged thirty feet off a river road embankment. Crawford was killed instantly pinned beneath the steering column. Four others injured Mrs George S Lamberton wife of Sterling Co bookkeeper Abs G S Fox sister of Crawford and Miss May Newmire sustained bruises cuts and internal injuries. Newmire seated in front sat with a leather handbag which Crawford playfully tossed before losing control. The car somersaulted down the embankment and Crawford died at the scene. The accident occurred along the river road near his home.
Harold Hasbrouck of Corry aided a party at Lake Pleasant when a toboggan incident left a youth and a girl in distress. He shoved a rowboat from shore and crabbed the struggling youth while Tracy Montague of Union City swam out to save the girl. Both were rescued after a near drownings witnessed by a large crowd.
Adj General Forbes declares martial law for Wheatland and surrounding area after all night disturbances by hop pickers. California militia and cavalry move in to restore order, with troops on scene to control striking workers.
Newly appointed members of the Pennsylvania State Public Utilities Commission were received by Governor Tener at the Executive Mansion in Harrisburg. They planned an afternoon meeting with the governor for their first organization and to elect a secretary, marshal, and investigator of accidents. Archibald D. Mills, former railway secretary, expected to head the titles board, with a Harrisburg man slated as investigator, and George Wood likely to serve as marshal.
Hutcharest August 4 The Balkan peace delegates agreed to another three day extension of the current armistice as reported by United Press. The second five day peace agreement had expired at midnight and hopes linger for a broader accord before the new limit.
A Sunday School was organized yesterday afternoon at the Spencer School House near the Fish Matchery by James Bartlett of Erle. It will be known as the Spencer Union Sunday School with services every Sunday at 3 o'clock. Everyone is cordially invited to attend.
Prominent Constitutionalists in Mexico tell Senate Foreign Relations Committee that General Eduardo will seek lifting the arms embargo. They claim the north would be captured and peace restored in six weeks with arms from the United States, while Wilson’s forthcoming plan remains unreleased pending further developments.
Delegates from all sections of the country arrive in Boston for the big Knights of Columbus convention. The session is scheduled to run through Thursday with activities starting this afternoon and continuing through the week.
Twenty thousand visitors are expected to arrive in the city for the big four day meet. Local organizers anticipate crowds, with events scheduled across downtown venues and related accommodations planning for guests.
Miss Linscott hosted a luncheon at her West Pleasant Street residence with eight invited friends. A large Baptist congregation attended the nearby service, where Rev. Selumaker delivered a special sermon for the older members.
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