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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1913
Page
2
The forecast notes unsettled weather with showers tonight and again Thursday. A slight warming trend is expected tomorrow as temperatures rise marginally.
Clifford Clarke of Spring Creek was assisting unloading a barrel of gasoline when it slipped from the wagon pinning his right hand. The hand was severely cut and crushed by the barrel rim. Dr. Mears of Columbus treated him before he rode a train home.
The Woman's Civic League will meet Friday afternoon at the Methodist Church to discuss important matters. Mrs. Metroid Gilbert of Williamsport will speak with Langdon and Bess Wilson assisting, and local solos are planned. A large turnout of members is urged.
Thomas Lehn, an elderly resident, died at his West UGhgress Street home about 4 o'clock this morning. He is survived by nine daughters led by Miss Hila and a son Jehie, both of the city. Funeral arrangements had not been completed today.
Constantinople informs the Powers that Turkey may declare war, signaling intent to press Bulgaria over atrocities in Thrace. The Sublime Porte delivers notes to ambassadors demanding swift relief and a declaration if attacks do not stop. A special envoy carried the message to the foreign ministers.
Firefighters abandoned efforts to save the Knowlton warehouse filled with salved cotton and redirected all work to protect the nearby Wheeler Graty elevator as flames overwhelmed the Knowlton structure. The blaze, of unknown origin, began late morning and spread rapidly despite the early alarm.
A boy named Van Tussellj living on Franklin Street was seriously injured when he tried to jump onto a milk wagon on Maple Avenue. He slipped and a rear wheel ran over his abdomen. Dr. Waggoner tended him. internal injuries feared. The wagon belonged to the Cold Spring Dairy.
An unknown Pennsy workman south of Wy improvements was badly injured at work. His right foot was severely crushed and he was transported to a city hospital by switch engine. Dr. Bilston, a regular BR surgeon, attends him. amputation decision pending.
Mr and Mrs Dave Cook were driving near the State Hospital when the rig became frightened and lost control. They were thrown from the vehicle. Mrs Cook sustained a fractured wrist and serious injuries while Mr Cook also injured as the buggy wrecked along the road.
United Press reports Americans are evacuating Mexico in record numbers amid turmoil after the Moros revolt. The State Department cautions citizens to depart, fearing reprisals on American interests if arms embargo ends. A fleet of U S ships aids the exodus as officials plan hearings with President Wilson on policy toward Mexico.
New York lawmakers prepare to reconvene for impeachment action with Governor Sulzer facing prospects of removal. Governor Glynn remains firm against entering the dispute while Tammany factions push to authorize a new governor if needed.
Albany dispatch reports formal notice of impeachment of Governor William Sulzer served by the Assembly. Statements from Governor Glynn deny entering an obstructive contest with Sulzer and reject any circus like maneuvers surrounding the impeachment proceedings.
More Light Do you need more light to read by than you used to. This message explains eye examination to determine needed help. It lists common defects and claims objective exam without a mydrine. Dr D Padoll, optometrist, Corry PA, every Friday at the traction building office.
Last evening Eli Barlow started his car near the depot and the reverse gear being engaged as the engine stalled, the vehicle rolled backward and struck Oscar Jones of Columbus, causing rear end damage to Jones’s Ford with a jammed back lamp but no serious harm reported.
A Union Press report from Cumberland Maryland describes a wreck near Rowlesburg West Virginia killing two Baltimore and Ohio freight workers Schweffer and Hawkins. The train derailed after cars piled on a steep grade at dawn.
Miss Gertrude Birge Bradford arrived in the city to campaign for the Northwestern Anti Tuberculosis League. The campaign relies on individual financial aid and Birge hopes to enlist Corry residents in the effort.
Washington August 1 1a the Senate introduced a bill to raise the Vice President's salary to twenty thousand dollars per year. The measure aims to adjust compensation reflecting duties and time in office.
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