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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1920
Page
1
Reports from London and Berlin state Bolshevik forces push toward Warsaw, with Ostrołęka and Działdowo rail corridor contested. Romania reportedly offers aid to Poland, while Polish forces defend the front with border towns and communications under pressure. Civil authorities declare martial law and stage inquiries as frontline battles intensify.
Washington August 10 The Department of Justice is closing a probe into the textile industry to determine if cotton and toilet mills are being closed and whether a conspiracy to keep prices high existed. Attorney General Palmer's office announced the development today.
A vehicle theft and escape report from the Linenta highray between Avalon and Hollview. Police received a radio call and traced the suspect to a nearby area. Authorities are pursuing leads and checking nearby roads for the suspect in a late afternoon incident.
Erie County Sunday School Association announces the annual tour of Brig county beginning August 5, with two weeks of activities. The program includes Pennsylvania State Sunday School Association and Pennsylvania State College representatives, three meetings at each point starting with 8 p.m. sessions and follow up daytime gatherings. The tour visits multiple towns from August 5 to August 20, with pairings and dates listed for each location.
Paris dispatch reports a document from the United States received by the French foreign office initially thought to be an official Washington note on Polish action. It is described as an unofficial resume of American opinion on the situation. The note clarifies the message was not a direct American government communication.
Tennessee news item reports a ratification resolution for woman suffrage introduced in the State Senate. Governor Cox urged legislators to vote for ratification. District meetings scheduled August 26 at Corry Methodist Church and at Mo Elgin with a public, cordial reception and a commemorative dinner planned.
Citizens show strong interest in a state forestry offer to plant shade trees in the city. Officials weigh accepting expert help from the Pennsylvania Department of Forestry to select species, plant along streets, and provide free nursery stock, pruning guidance, and insect control services.
London reports Premier Lloyd Beorgo spoke on the crisis stating hope for peace and outlining policy aims. He emphasized international efforts and urged unity as governments seek stable settlement and national resilience amid mounting pressures.
British labor leaders warned of a potential revolt if the government moves toward a war with Russia. Trade unions secretary Bramley said industry-wide reductions could follow within hours, with railway and tram workers ready to strike if Parliament blocks military action.
Locals report steady progress on Findley Road under contractor Mr. futtin, with oversight by Woobiowhig. Two weeks of work show improvement and added effort by Hindley and Hindley’s crew. The team urges timely material delivery to accelerate completion.
Corry residents took to the skies today with aviator Parker Kramer arriving on Sunday. An aerial exhibition followed a noon event, featuring loop the loop stunts and various dives as Parker Kramer demonstrated maneuvers over the field for onlookers.
Washington reports the American legation departed Warsaw today amid tense conditions near the Baltic hospital. Details are scarce due to the damaged text, but the move signals shifts in diplomatic presence during escalating events in the area.
The report states Pancho Villa surrendered to federal authorities in Ban Pedro Mexico. He expressed worry and asked forgiveness while noting personal losses and that he had previously opposed certain U S government actions. After surrender Villa allegedly drank cognac and drowned his sorrows as troops moved in.
A Marion August meeting outlined plans for Senator Harding to begin a campaign tour next month. Will Milys and Harry Daugherty attended with campaign chiefs to discuss reply to Cox supporters and map future tour details after Harding’s departure from Marion in September.
United Press dispatch reports Benjamin Goodman seeking two suspects in a high profile kidnapping case. The event centers on Pasquale naming a woman accomplice and implicating Daimachuck as the principal kidnapper amid a Norriston incident. Weather foresees localized thunder showers tonight and Wednesday with no temperature change.
United Press dispatch reports President Wilson may urge the League of Nations to intervene in the Polish Bolshevik conflict. Officials say the issue could be formalized under the League covenant. The State Department monitors Paris and London, with Secretary Colby reviewing dispatches as Washington considers a neutral stance regarding the Polish withdrawal building tensions.
Chicago Aug 10 The federal rail board announced wage increases for 79 000 railroad express employees totaling about 30 million dollars yearly The raise ranges from 82 50 to 38 60 a month using a flat 16 cent per hour increase also requested for 35 to 91 2 a month retroactive to May 1
Arch bishop Mannix lands in London to a silent greeting from police and a Gaelic club delegation. He mocks the British navy’s Jutland victory and criticizes the government actions as silly while weighing whether to defy authorities and travel to Ireland.
A midweek matchup at the Washington Street grounds is cancelled as the committee announces the decision to secure a satisfactory schedule. No game will be played tomorrow.
In a heated exchange during the May Republican nomination contest, Sisson denies receiving illegal votes and counters Nason’s charge. The dispute centers on possible excesses during county canvassing and whether the petition for contest has legal grounds. Courts in nearby counties have paused similar election challenges as legal avenues remain unsettled.
Rowe, 74, recounts a recent plane journey with his brother Droriny, describing a vivid accident during ascent where the plane reportedly malfunctioned. He calls the trip a wonderful treat and expresses wish to repeat the opportunity, noting the travel experience and incident as memorable.
The board drafts a resolution thanking all community members for support and service. Acknowledges contributions from Archio We Thomyiwon Pant and others, with plans to publish the motion and extend appreciation to volunteers and organizers for a recent effort.
An unclear note appears to request holding special services for Pol. The text names Voltet Tree and references Tomi Ai, but the fragmentary item lacks a clear event date or location and provides insufficient context.
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