12 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
1
United Press reports from Virginia indicate Berlin was to be occupied or threatened to force the Axis to evacuate. A German plan to move troops toward Berlin and strike against a presumed Allied step is under consideration. December 2 dispatches note Allied efforts to pursue Hitler forces and the Warsaw front amid denials from Washington.
The report suggests President may undertake a second voyage to Europe to finalize peace terms and return to America. It notes Congress would convene as needed to approve the trip and that the George Washington recently passed a related measure.
Associate members of the board thank the community for support as a free Red Cross film presentation is announced for Monday at the New Grand Theatre. The program features wartime history and volunteer efforts, with Capt. Tayram and local figures promoting Red Cross work from 1859 to present.
The Hague report states Dutch Prime Minister declares a former German Emperor can be extradited only by a special treaty. The premier noted that Holland would act through formal channels and international agreement, with no unilateral move.
Germany will not be asked to pay the entire cost of the war, with Lloyd George and President Wilson signaling limits. The Paris conference reports indicate Britain and France may shoulder much of the burden, while Germany faces heavy taxes and economic strain.
A United Press report from Washington dated December 12 describes sharp criticism by the House Committee on Merchant Marine toward the naval program for wireless control. Members warn the push toward government ownership lacks clear policy alignment and fear excessive government involvement in communications infrastructure.
Mrs Ella Shay aged 75 died after days at her son's home. A resident of Corry for 25 years living on Engle street she was a devout member of St Thomas church. Funeral services set for St Thomas church with interment at St Thomas cemetery. She is survived by two sons Frank and Henle of Meadville a brother Ely Shooke and a sister Mrs Yocum of Meadville.
A village newspaper urges residents to shop locally to support town merchants. The piece discusses higher prices for out of town goods, travel costs, and the impact on the local economy, urging readers to compare prices but prioritize local stores for everyday purchases. It warns of losing town shoppers if they favor distant shops.
Frank Button died this morning after an apparent collapse at the Waiter Supply Company office. Colleagues were summoned to aid, and he was transported to Conny hospital where he died within minutes. The incident occurred near the office residence of Mr. and Mrs. C M Couch.
Frauke Button, long prominent in the area, served as Pontmanter and assistant Pontmanter in the city and Corry post, later moved to Florida near St. Petersburg. He enlisted at 14 in the 14th Michigan Infantry, served with Powell Scouts, and died this week. Survived by wife, daughter, and sister. Funeral arrangements to follow.
Ty Loder, a New York visitor, comes to address the hospital auxiliary and Dunnovt meeting at Corry City Hospital. The session will discuss several hospital matters and improvement measures for better care.
Senator Johnson presented a call for the United States to share its Russia policy with the public and inform on aims, means, and plan of operation. He asserted the administration should disclose intentions and actions to counter Bolshevik influence and the costs to aid in shaping policy.
The transport Martha Washington left Brest on December 9 carrying 110 officers and 1651 enlisted men. It carried milk and wounded, along with thirty-tird casualties, one Davin brother killed and the other badly wounded. Funeral arrangements and private burial planned for Saturday with calling hours Friday.
A garbled report describes an audit of gas interests with references to a city bill and various named entities. The fragmentary text mentions legal examination, potential derivatives, and involvement of a gas company and attorneys, but many names and specifics are unreadable.
In a terse update from Washington dated May 18, authorities indicate Treasury certificates valued at a million dollars are being delivered. Officials state the payments and duties are set for December, with March 20th cited for a separate event.
For the week starting December 2, pupils at local schools bought War Stamps totaling 108 participants and 150 80 dollars. At several buildings and stations purchases ranged from 0 50 to 44 25 with varying pupil counts, reflecting widespread school support for the thrift program.
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