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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1919
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text references surgery and preparation details, mentioning wine and liver, minor procedural notes, and unclear patient actions. The readable parts suggest treatment context but lack coherent events, names, or dates to form a complete news item.
United Press reports American cavalry on the Mexican border pursued bandits who kidnapped and held two captives for ransom near Marfa. After days of pursuit a rescue near the Mexican line led to one bandit killed, machines and rifles recovered, and partial ransom paid before the captives were freed. Captain Matlavk vows further pursuit to recover remaining funds and ensure return of all hostages.
Federal agents from Cleveland, aided by sheriffs deputies, raided a Youngstown location overnight. They seized a large quantity of propaganda posters and photographs as part of an operation targeting radical materials linked to an international organization.
A report outlines large army food orders affecting residents and the local supply chain. Officials anticipate continued deliveries and price implications as authorities coordinate rationing and distribution through nearby depots.
A settlement for damages was reached in a case involving Chicago grocers profiting from alleged practices. Attorneys Kinowlds represented the defendants while Folin Carmike and wife were involved. A motor vehicle crash near Ethel Ross Hing and the Pennsylvania rail line in August 1918 prompted the settlement at Cary hospital.
Fragmentary report from Chivdgd dated August 20 announces a washrel with groceries in Chi wagon. Officers state a profit plan and District Attorney involvement. A list of charges includes price details for sugar and potatoes. All details will be presented to the examining jury.
Report from Berlin states martial law was declared in Silesia after clashes between German and Polish groups. The German government minimizes the situation while confirming casualties and promising action. Chancellor and government outline steps, with Warsaw not blamed for the unrest.
United Press reports Youngstown polling as 889,000 ballots are cast in a national steel workers ballot. The ballot begins Friday at noon with a large turnout expected in the Pittsburgh and Youngstown districts as workers participate across the region.
Work on a new building at Howmaul olpol site progresses under supervision of Pore man furon of the Hyde wnt Murphy company. Foreman flagging tasks include laying the concrete footings and preparing the foundation. A temporary tool room and supply shed have been set up on Enat South street for the project workforce.
President Wilson prepares to reply to Senator Fall's written questions on the treaty. The response is expected this afternoon, with the presiding official aiming to complete the exchange in a formal, official tone.
Voters are urged to register for the primaries with registration days listed by the county commissioners. The notices stress presenting registration papers at polling booths and outline dates in August, September, and November along with specific hours for registration.
A motorcycle operated by Young Finn and a Ford driven by unknown parties collided about 8 p m at the Washington and Center streets intersection. A young woman on the motorcycle was knocked to the pavement and the rider on the Ford suffered minor injuries. the operator was not seriously injured. The motorcycle sustained slight damage.
Senator Pittman of Nevada introduced a resolution seeking a separate review of the Panama Canal Treaty from its ratification. The Foreign Relations Committee member and Peasy Veronty ally aims to resolve debates over the preservation fund interpretation while supporting President Wilson.
Ambiguously dated OCR note announces a let contract for Erie county buildings including a power plant and foundations. Tyothers expected to be awarded the contract for approximately 113,000 dollars with details unclear about site and scope.
United Press dispatch from Wallington reports talks on continuing railway rates with government guarantees to protect investor returns. Officials urge consolidation of lines and a joint board to oversee transportation, aiming to ensure safety, sufficient capital, and stable service for the public.
At Warren on May the stockholders of the Pennsylvania Gas Co ratified the action of the director. Raymond W. Crow of Oil City attended. The meeting discussed authorized withdrawal of company lines from Jamestown New York and a notice that franchises would be dropped with lines withdrawn by May 1 next year.
Coroner's jury in Erie apportions blame for the Trainor family tragedy near North Springfield. Seven Trainor family members from Cleveland and a move from Braddock perished on a New York Central line crossing. Jury holds driver and occupants of the car and the railroad jointly responsible.
Aug 20 Milwaukee reports Guilaly packing town near the city declared under martial law by Colonel Westphal who is military governor. A special train from Camp Doujnla arrived with 824 state guards to secure 100 acres of the Cudehy property and guard aging plant. Eleven injured and one dead reported after riots and missiles.
United Prose reports 33 thousand postmasters in the country moving to deliver war relief. Orders for Monday and Tuesday totaled 15 million dollars with millions more expected. delivery has begun in many sections as postmasters close books.
Local reports from Elmuklii Cariney HAN note Hill Will signs with Oil City Tumpendents to finish the season with the Independents. Earlier tied with Off City, Dik later joined Pittsburgh Pledtea, while the local nine saw Perry and Rogers from Philadelphia Athletics added to Franklin nine. Hazel McCray prepares for travel to New York and beyond, as friends send her off for a voyage to Bolivia.
Youngstown August 20 report says strike ballot results will show 99 percent of workers favor a nationwide walkout. William Postor, secretary of the committee supervising the vote, stated the outcome shortly after noon. After balloting, the official procedure will be followed to present the men's demands to the step company or place the matter with joint authorities.
Washington report notes the Senate approves a bill to repeal Daylight Saving Time by a narrow margin after President's stance. House action followed, with a vote of 28 to 101 on the measure as described in the day’s coverage.
Aug 20 report describes governors of several states at a round-table during their annual convention. They review recent legislative action, current results, and views on education labor and agriculture while planning future steps. Mayor and city officials attended and hosted a luncheon, with visitors touring regional resorts.
Wilkes Barre August 20 Heavy demand by anthracite mine workers for a 90 percent wage hike and an eight hour day emerged as delegates opened the district convention. About 600 delegates represented 109,000 miners and prepared to present their demands to coal operators when the agreement expires next spring. A Shamokin speaker toasted a sixty percent rise amid cheering from all sections of the hall.
A storm near Ol City on a Saturday afternoon struck Lightning player Sgilly M. C. Willing of Lick Jugville, severely disfiguring him. He remained unconscious for a quarter hour, with his right sleeve torn and flesh burned along the body as a result of the lightning strike near his residence.
Authorities pursued John Porter a Black man linked to the assault on Mrs Willie Fuller near Anat Wayne Street. State police and local officers worked overnight with no arrest yet as descriptions later diverged and Mrs Fuller remained under medical care.
Columbus residents Mr and Mrs C A Blakesley marked twenty eight years in the city with a family anniversary dinner August 1. Four generations were represented in a happy gathering with Mr and Mrs Hinkuslog presenting a purse. Guests included Mr and Mrs By Barnes Miss Lillian Baravs and others as well wishers.
The Radiator nine outings at Sherman with the Bay boys, plus a large local turnout traveling to the game. The event features strong support from local fans and adds to the season’s schedule as neighbors readied for travel to New York.
Twenty seven workers at the Standard Soap and Car Company mills in Butler were jailed today after a successful attempt to carry nonunion explosives. The arrest results follow a strike action by workers earlier this morning as weather remained fair tonight and workers faced consequences from authorities.
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