14 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1918
Page
1
Americans arrive in Paris early this morning to greet President Wilson and Mrs Wilson. Soldiers in uniform march in the procession to the Palace, with cheers and a formal welcome from the city.
The article reports President Wilson’s push for joining the League of Nations to secure universal peace, outlining key themes like collective security, economic cooperation, and disarmament. It notes American envoys favor Germany’s inclusion and stresses the need for united world action against aggression and war.
United Press reports that the ship George Washington carrying General Wilson and the American delegation to Europe will return to the United States immediately. The crew is expected to come to time for the voyage back.
United Press dispatch from Commingon reports the armistice between Germany and the Allies has been extended to January 17 with a provision for a further extension. The extension follows earlier negotiations and reflects continued Allied/German discussions received today.
The funeral of Frank Hy Button was held at 1 o'clock at his daughter Mia's home at 1 F. Gibe lin, Maplavenue. Members of J. J. Andrews Post No 70 G A R attended in a body. Interment was in Pine Grove cemetery with bearers G H Bomworth W M Weeds M Jourdet D B Leach Oscar H Andrews and D M Couple. Charles Draker and babe meanwhile headed to Buffalo N Y for her role with Cory relatives.
A lengthy plea outlines the Red Cross membership drive starting Monday. The plan covers the entire city with door to door canvassing, solicitors assigned to wards and chairs urging volunteers to cover both Monday and Tuesday. Key goals include boosting memberships and funds to support Red Cross activities locally, with a focus on community effort and compassionate giving.
Corry man Theo with Kincald snl Kincan of Nia city helped reach a settlement over an injury from a railroad accident. Wiggin was awarded $1.00 by the railroad company after a fall from a train at Kennedy, N Y. The claimant recovered from the incident.
Free Grand Monday night lecture by Captain A W Tagrim recounts Red Cross aid in Serbia during World War I. He describes conditions under Austrian fire, the Belgrade hospital scene with doctors and nurses, and appeals for American support to restore Serbia and push toward a free nation world.
The funeral for C. P. Rogers Jr. was held today with a large turnout from the Musante fraternity and local officials. Attendees included Judge Blory A. Walling, P.O. Ellis, and many out of town friends and relatives. The service at the Woodward chapel featured honorary pallbearers and interment in Line Avenue cemetery.
A communication from Germany via Swiss channel asks timing for talks. Swiss authorities urge an early reply to Fried, who will report promptly to the German government on proposed negotiations and likely regions for talks.
A Penge conductor, injured yesterday near Apartemnburg in a train crash, is reported as comfortable at City hospital. He suffered two fractures, a skull injury behind the right ear, and a serious angly wound. Arrival from OM City confirmed. condition described as favorable today.
Dr Mead born August 2 188 reached age at time of death. Survived by wife and two daughters Mrs Hammon of Sin and others. City records note long service and a calm family observance in Mayville. Local notices reflect a quiet community loss with eventual funeral arrangements at Clymoory.
Elairville and Mea HLA Alexander recall the late Dr Mend, a longtime city leader active in fraternal circles. A Woodmen of the World member and former educator, his funeral is set for Monday at 2 PM at his home on Congress Street with interment at Olympor.
The article reports Mrs Shay Edwards wounded but recovering. It mentions her son Charlin and a suitor from France who was wounded in action. Charlie suffered a hand wound and partial paralysis of the left arm but is improving and hopes to return home soon.
The fragment recalls a Roman Catholic church member’s funeral and burial at St. How Ay cemetery, with family and friends in attendance. It notes visiting relatives and a hospital patient in City hospital, plus other local social mentions and a message that Private Boott F. Edwards of the S. I Marines arrived in Hoboken.
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