27 Aug 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1919
Page
1
A Pittsburgh trolley service interruption continues as workers halt operations amid safety and policy concerns. Officials announce temporary staffing and police protection while authorities seek to restore regular routes with a focus on passenger safety and schedule restoration.
Frisco's rail network shuts down after a strike involving the Santa Fe, Union Pacific, and Western Pacific lines. Thousands stranded as trains halted and ticketing stalls spread across the city and surrounding routes.
Washington on August 27 reported the resignation of Paul Roland, the American minister to China. The formal note cites health and desire to return to private business as the reasons, with responsibility for the resignation placed on the United States envoy.
United Press reports President Wilson will begin a nationwide speaking tour soon. Arrangements completed, trip planned to proceed after Mexican actions and peace treaty progress. Possible rescheduling may affect a planned New York stop and return by late September.
Tomorrow marks the first day to register to vote. Eligible electors must appear in person at their county planex polling place on September 2, 14, and 28 with a county-issued tax receipt dated within two years of November 4, 1010. Registration hours vary by location from 2 pm to 6 pm or 7 pm to 10 pm.
Ohio railroad workers in Cleveland reject President Wilson’s appeal and seek higher wages. Reporters say a vast majority oppose the current offer, with district tenders silent on the rationale. The Turger rail union confirms a near unanimous vote against acceptance, signaling intensified railroad war labor tensions in Ohio.
Roosevelt Ploid reports twenty two planes are expected to finish today as part of a big aviation event spanning Toronto and New York. Several teams faced delays in starting but are now slated to complete the holi formal tap.
By Prom New York August 27 the army aviation office in Havoken stated that the first troops of the First Division will arrive on Saturday at the airport. The First Division unit will include 110 officers and 90 enlisted men.
The Corry Bail and Gun Club will hold a meeting Friday night in the Board of Trade room to plan the opening of a rifle range. A 200 yard range has been discussed at CA, with new targets and ammunition received. Delegates may be sent to the Wild Life League meet at Conneaut.
The redecorating interior of St Thomas church will start with Brainard company of Olean handling the contract. Exterior work already near complete at cost of several hundred dollars. Interior will feature new colors and furnishings, with week long work expected to finish soon.
Mrs Mary Harrie Armor of Georgia renowned orator will lecture at the M E Church Monday evening at 8 o clock on A New Habit of Virtue and Personal Eloquence. Her strong and forceful appeal is expected to draw large crowds as she argues for reform and improvement in civic and social life.
Police under Chief Prank raided the National Hotel where four men faced charges after a drunken night. Witnesses claim patrons drank near beer while some argued a fight began, with rumors of additional arrests for liquor violations as investigators probe sale of intoxicants in the city.
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld seizure of seventy five tons of pork by Columbus prosecutors to curb living costs and allowed the pork to be sold to the public at cost. Prosecutors hoped for further action as about 100,000 pounds of meat remained in Cleveland awaiting court decisions.
Harridburg August 7 The decision to send state investigators to the Pittsburgh car strike will not trigger further action until Pittsburgh authorities report the situation beyond their control The Sheriff says the city police and force cannot handle mob violence and attacks on cars The State will deploy constabulary only if the situation worsens and Pittsburgh authorities request aid
Chicago August 27 police investigate a violent clash among movie men and actors at the film workers headquarters. Pools of blood spatter on floors and walls as officers search for participants amid reports of a planned strike by the actors’ association in solidarity with the ongoing action.
A fire at Chisago destroys Chicago Express offices and damages more than 100000 in the building and contents. The blaze threatened the Union passenger station and hindered attempts to control the flames as police and fire units responded.
United Press report from New York dated August 2015 states Gary, chairman of the board of creators at the TS Steel Corporation, refused to confer with the committee of union employees named at the Youngstown conference. The missive notes the committee’s request for a senior envoy and says Gary believes the majority of the body does not support the committee. He signals the company will not engage further with the committee’s written statement.
Washington reports the United States has forwarded its reply to Mexico over the evolving border crisis. The State Department and Carranza’s government indicate the expedition may pursue capture of two American aviators missing after a clash, with American troops advancing toward the area.
Mary Birnedua, about 56, died after she set fire to her clothing and walked into the yard with a kerosene lamp, neighbors witnessing the act. The coroner later ruled the death a self inflicted burning incident in Erie.
An important meeting of the Amurian Legion will be held Friday evening at 8 o'clock in the State Armory. A large number of now members have been seen and those who recently took out subscription cards are urged to be present and turn in same. Considerable other business is announced to accompany the meeting and large attendances desired.
A fragmentary historical note describes the unveiling and significance of an old cornerstone. It references the Protestant Synod and the early church in Pennsylvania, with ties to 1805 building work, relocation plans, and the rectorate in 1866. The piece cites Pratt and Bailey’s directory of 1861 and lists church officers and contributors.
Residents report the Findley Lika detour on Sotota road to be dangerous and poorly surfaced. Despite some gravel work, paving four miles of the Findley road has stalled, leaving a hazardous path with little progress after bidding. Local officials acknowledge slow progress and describe inadequate execution of the project.
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