13 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1916
Page
1
Fragmentary notice describes an event in Keeney with references to ships and a projected fair or gathering. It mentions dates, locations, and participants but the text is too garbled to identify exact names or outcomes. Further readable material needed for a concrete summary.
Universal opinion favors rejecting Germanys peace effort as friction grows in the Sixteenth Regiment of the Pennsylvania Guardsmen stationed near the border. Officers and men clash over orders to remain on duty, with many vocalizing anger at leaving home and demanding transportation home. Soldiers insist they have performed their duty and want to return promptly, while officers defend stricter withholding of demobilization until the border situation stabilizes.
An aged foreign dispatch reports Britain and Allies eyeing a cautious diplomatic move on the peace proposals. Germany faces pressure from Washington and London as newspapers warn Germany may shift strategy to regain initiative, with expected formal replies and allied unity uncertain.
Report on a compensation claim under the Railway Act for Ellenhuth Wim, widow of Roy Whie, after her husband’s death in Cambridge Springs caused by a train collision. Company argues no liability since not acting for borough. settlement reached granting Mrs Wim 4.96 weekly for 300 weeks plus 1455 for a child and funeral costs, with duties to begin in 1822. Next Corry Grange meeting moved to 2 PM to allow Christmas shopping. luncheon to be provided.
An old OCR fragment reports a court case in Brio involving Josaph Mig of McKean and a matter of lemma rights tied to a property owned by Guy Capper. The text references judge and jury actions, transportation costs, and potential expenses totaling about 190 to 200 dollars, with unclear details and names.
A dispute pits Martin Hook of Brie against Ackerman over a planned marriage to a New York resident. Hook seeks to force Ackerman’s return through habeas corpus to prevent the elopement and ensure a formal divorce. November 18 is noted as the hearing date in the preliminary proceedings.
December 1 explosion in the Herculey Powder Company grinding room near Youngstown Ohio killed H D Mambiton of Aiken South Carolina and another worker injured. Both men were within sight of the blast as flying debris caused fatal injuries. A cloud of powder ignited and surrounded the area, leaving responders to recover remains and secure the site.
The Atal Department moved to depor t an American citizen to Ciudad Victoria for alleged war related acts. The American authorities will be asked for an immediate explanation while a military investigation proceeds.
Notice describes a paper on route from Cleveland since November 28 held up at Sharon due to stock shortages. Condensed ad units and withheld copy considered. arrival of the paper will allow more pages. Management notes over two pages of advertising were cut yesterday due to paper scarcity.
In Westerville a street car collision with a Nickel Plate freight train left a brakeman dead and another man escaping. Charles Sweltner of New York Central, with Magee, investigated the crash as the train operator hurried across the tracks to reach the scene.
Report warns rebels are active across the interior with ongoing bandit activity south of Mexico City. Mohave? no. Anticipated attacks push authorities to tighten defenses in Chihuahua and near Pasblo as American preparations to aid the region intensify amid disruptions at the railroad yard and surrounding towns.
A dispatch from enlisted men thanks General Miller for his efforts and asks him to continue them. A company meeting from Brank-Un adopts resolutions critiquing officer conduct and claiming officers misrepresent the troops. Soldiers and officers clash as friction grows amid tense atmosphere.
British public voices strong opposition to German peace terms as Lloyd George prepares to respond. Reports say the government aims a firm, delayed official reply stressing that Britain will not concede territorial or empire claims. News notes widespread public sentiment against any terms seen as favorable to Germany.
A double headed train derailment at Tompstoutt Junction Marville caused hours of delays as two wrecking cranes from City and Buffalo worked to right the equipment. No injuries reported though one train rerouted via Erie, delaying Drain No. 904 from Buffalo by about four hours.
Washington December 1 The administration will not send Colonel House, the President's personal adviser, abroad this time in connection with Germany peace talks. House was an overnight guest of the President and left for New York after consultations with Secretary of State Lansing.
The Admiralty reports that on the night of December 9 a German naval force off Flanders captured two merchant ships. One was the Brassian steamer Silo Parda and both were found loaded with contraband bound for England. The ships and cargoes were Hiaxou.
Quaero Club members gathered last evening at Mita Waton on North Canter freak for a holiday season meeting. The group enjoyed greetings, a Christmas story, a talk on "Rate and San Galati lying" and a varied program with refreshments, ending in social discussion and planned future meetings.
In Barsisburg Pennsylvania December 139 ac loi Of Lie Congressional union and military branch of suffragists denounce heckling during a congressional session. National American Woman Suffrage Association leaders and Pittsburgh’s Mrs J Millar condemn interruptions of President and question the tactics used. They urge support for enfranchisement and critique the methods of the Congress.
An advance plan to establish a night school was discussed by Municipal Affairs members and local resident groups. Representatives from several nationalities attended and land was advanced for the proposed DiRAL school. Paperwork was distributed and organizers claimed at least twenty students would be ready for enrollment, with Mr Miron Brown of the High School faculty slated to run the night school classes.
An Ottawa dispatch from United Press reports the Canadian jonnt bonl Grouwon boat, formerly an American yacht, lost near the Nova Scotia coast after misadventure. The Bradcona, presumed derelict, drifted toward Halifax, leading to rumors the vessel foundered with all hands.
Dairymen of the vicinity will meet tomorrow at 2 PM at the Loic Theatre to discuss forming a local cenization of Dairymen. The state organization charter has been granted and preparations aim to unite dairy producers in concert with state associations. attendance urged for all dairymen.
Readers in New York discuss German peace terms as viewed by the Allies. The editorial notes growing consensus that a conference could lead to a war-ending settlement, with hopes for near-term progress yet warning that friction remains between factions seeking different paths to peace.
Erie County Farm Bureau elected officers at the annual meeting held yesterday in the YMCA. Fred Mair of Meadville was named president with Joseph M. Force of Albion as vice president, D. H. Lacs of Henderson as secretary, and Adam Billen of Waterford as treasurer. A slate of directors and advisory members from twenty counties was chosen to support the work with Superintendent S. S. Lehman reporting progress from the first year, including savings and acreage data.
A local committee discussed organizing a new industrial project focusing on furniture production. Six sample pieces were shown and praised, but no definite actions emerged, as detailed reports were awaited. Plans call for a second gathering on a later date to complete the proposal.
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