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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1920
Page
1
French and British governments differ on how to combat Bolshevism. French recognition of General Wrangel believed to have caused the split. Miller and claims Lloyd George violated by advising Poles to accept Bolshevik peace terms. French move surprises London. Press says Entente is threatened.
A garbled report from the era suggests Britain and the United States pursue nonintervention amid European upheaval. Britain and France reportedly seek continued diplomacy while evaluating recognition of leadership and responses to Bolshevik advances.
The American Railway Express Company filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission on August 12 seeking a rate increase to cover higher wages for its employees. The move aims to offset rising labor costs affecting express services nationwide.
A parliamentary session saw anti movement fail to block the vote on ratification. The measure faced delays as lawmakers discussed timing and procedural votes. The outcome remains unsettled with action postponed.
Senator Harding intends his first major address away from Marion in Minneapolis during the first week of September. The speech will focus on agricultural policy and rural farm issues.
Aviator Parker D. Groner visited the city to inspect Spring Street as a flying field. City officials noted the site would be suitable though the field is small and the gate area is tight. a regulation fixing the field is expected after renewed discussion.
Arch bishop Mannix declares intent to visit Ireland and defy British authorities. Reports say he plans to elude Scotland Yard guards at Navaroth House as Dublin officials fear his departure could provoke a royal action. Dubious dispatches note Dublin officials vowing to prevent the trip and a ceremonial gathering reported in Odd Fellows hall with local musical performances.
Swedes praise American athletes as unbeatable ahead of the Olympic preparations. Officials note strong U S team momentum and expect top performances in the forthcoming events while other nations observe cautiously.
Aug 12 reports from Wondon describe a major engagement along the Moscow to Dausty rail line with Polish and German forces maneuvering near Warsaw. Reinforcements pull back to a new line as the opposing army presses a potential assault to seize the city.
Boston today held Charles Powel a local millionaire after the Federal authority prepared to place him in custody on a larceny charge. His arrest follows a claim over interna tional bonus coupons and related dealings amid an active investigation by state authorities.
Norristown reports intense public anger as avigunta Pasquale, jailed for kidnapping and extortion of Binkely Coughlin, faces a grand jury. Captain Souter and local officials vow to keep the peace while authorities pursue the missing child, with claims the baby may have been in Egg Harbor on August 2.
One man killed and two wounded in a gun battle described with garbled OCR text. The fragment mentions military or police action, a mutiny reference, and unnamed groups and locations, with unclear specifics. Names and places are unreadable in the source.
Warren August reports continued efforts to identify a man found dead in the Auld at Columbs. Letters from Mount Gretna Company A describe camp life, religious services, and praise for Chaplain Corey Ashton. A statewide guard review before Governor Sproul drew thousands of spectators and noted Major Lyle Van Vienk’s promotion.
A compilation of quotes urges broad cooperation and personal service to improve the community. It stresses shared effort, joining brains and money, and avoiding envy or discord while building momentum for lasting projects.
Columbus Aug. 15 Governer Cox today prepared the first speech of the nationwide campaign for the presidency. He is en route to Camp Perry where a six o clock address will be delivered to an audience of top marksmen. The Cox party moves toward Camp Perry with Marion Simmons as the first pilot, aiming to pass Senator Harling’s home on the way. Cox plans to return to Gallaway Friday morning for additional speaking. The Democratic nominee focuses on the suffrage issue as Governor Roberts of Tennessee navigates the matter.
The National Foundry nine from the Industrial League at Bria faces the locals Saturday on Washing Street grounds. The Foundry lineup features many top league players and star names, with Stroh Halloway Smayer and J O Canb among those listed. Pitching uncertain but Bunilok or Welsh expected to start. Bradford to join for Sunday game.
Unclear text reports John Te Grow managing Now Ghats team and an outdoor track meet with injuries. The garbled prose mentions Slevin and Movijgan, a driver, with references to a weather delay and both parties returning home.
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