Gas company accused of illegal gas supply profits
Erie era court filing alleges the Pennsylvania Gas company used monopolistic practices to control gas from Warren and surrounding counties and ship to New York state. The amended complaint claims interlocking companies under Standard Oil influence, high profits since 1916, and demands investigation by auditors and a court ruling on disallowing rates and breaking up the cartel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cessna
Pennsylvania Gas Co
Public Service Commission
Pennsylvania
New York State
Belo, Corry and
Warren
Pennsylvenia Gas Company
Bric
John 4. Billing
J. A. Covina
Noton
Cricionna
W. Pritchfard
Gifford
iMcKean
Hik
Forest
Emegan
Erie
Standard
Yey Company
Englyon Pa
Pityburg
Marwinhursr
New York
Wegatly
National Fuel and Gas Company
United Natural Gas Company
Clarion Gas Company
Troquoia Duilding Corporation
Iro- Quolt Natural Gas Company
Cossna
National Foot and Gas Company
Wate “Y & Sibsidiary
Standard On Company
Raymond Crom
OM City
Pennsylvania Gas Company
United Natiral Gas Company
Cons|nao
Outeide
Cewna
Firther
Cesona
Pataie Service Commission
Corry
W. Pitt Girard
Cearina
Put Ie Service Commission
Thousands of Recruits Enlist in Army Draft Rush
Thousands of men rushed to enlist as U S Army recruiting strained under demand. Some stations faced crowding and limited capacity with many applicants awaiting processing. War Department noted some would join as National Army members or volunteer through local units, while others would await entry tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
W National Army
Ewuinet
New Rochalla
War Department
Tkaa Ik
Rogu Jt
Atu Hons
National Army
Ust
National Guard
National Army Cantonmente
Social events and club notices in Warren area
Social events of interest list church activities and community gatherings. A Christmas charity box for Belgian children is planned by the Ladies Aid Society. Red Cross work and refreshments follow. U B Church Christmas bazar, Corry Grange meeting with reports and degree work, and B A club gathering are noted. Social dances and orchestra entertainment appear at the Wika Club and K of P Hall, with large attendance. Warren High principals warns students about locker tampering and theft concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Brown
Pranklin Atreat
Finit
Presbyterian Church
Nevin R
Mokton
Red Cross
Délicioua
Sam Scott
L. R. Tmlahy
J. Moris
U. B
Heneerson
Maccube
Harden
K. of P. Mall
Prof. Mlanerty
Austrians Falter On Italian Front In Offensive Retreat
United Press dispatch reports Austro German forces on the Italian front suffer heavy casualties from bombardment and internal strife as morale collapses. Commanders threaten harsher quarters while urging renewed action before enemy lines cut their communications and retreat accelerates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armiva
Griven
Mulla
Unite
Vinx
Sint
Kaladine Is New A Prisoner
Dispatches received here from official sources state that General Kaladine and his state have been taken prisoner. The Boluhevil now claim to be in control of Roster and other strongholds with rebel forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Prean
Patrounid
Kaledine
T Aken
Lloyd George Calls for Armament on Western Front
London dispatch reports Premier Lloyd George warned of grave western front stakes in a Gray's Inn speech calling for heightened effort. Critics note Acadian mobilization released over half a million troops for European defense as Haig and Byng plans face critique amid looming German push before American troops can arrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Lloyd George
Gray's Inn
Norvice
Haig
Byng Haas
France
Ile
Luxberg Reported Insane in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires December 15 reported Count Luxburg Simons insane for role in recent German spying system as disclosed in Argentina. He had been removed from the instrument department where he had continued to maintain insanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buenos Aires
Count Luxburg
Simons
Kaiser's Christmas Peace Offer Said by Berlin Dispatch
Berlin dispatches received today report that the Kaiser’s Christmas message to his rulers will be his final peace offer. The claim, attributed to high authority, was circulated in wartime communications from Berlin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Berlin
Farm Home Destroyed By Flames At Night Breakout
Vivid report from the former Stephen Clark farm details a late evening fire that swept through the dwelling, injuring none of the occupants. Vern Gwenn and family escaped with only their shirts as neighbors aided the stricken household. Stock, hay, grain, and most provisions were saved, though little furniture and contents were destroyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vern Gwenn
Grothers
Owenx
Gwany
Jefr
Beyh
Stephen Clark
Siarborn
Gwens
Hownehold
Monthly Meeting Of St Elizabath's Pariah Federation
Tomorrow evening the regular monthly meeting will be held at the school building in the rear of the charel. Mrs Thomas Ragon will read a paper on Food Conservation and du J Wiley will discuss Knights of Columbus War Work. Mr Tiley, with Knights of Columbus ties, is expected to add valuable insight. The committee will announce plans for a children’s Christmas celebration next week as preparations continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Elizabath's Pariah Federation
Charel
Thomas Ragon
Drailsee
J Wiley
Knights of
Tus
Knights of Columbus
British Regents on West Front Regain Ground Near Cambrai
London dispatch reports British forces reclaiming ground near Cambrai lost yesterday. Also says fighting at Polder Dank with British taking home ground and capturing prisoners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Front
Shall we go over the top Yes or No
The brief asks a playful question about going over the top and mentions having a dollar ready. It presents no factual event, names, or locations to document as a news item.
Community Christmas Tree Returns to Corry Streets
The Corry community announces the return of a Community Christmas Tree with a lighting ceremony on Monday night December 24 at 9:30. Choirs from churches will practice Sunday afternoon at the Presbyterian Church to prepare carols for the event, and the platform under the tree will host the choir and band. The effort supports Liberty Loan, Red Cross, and YMCA work, emphasizing peace on earth through shared faith and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corty
Bethlehem
Corry
Corey Tad
Presbyterian Church
Ansle
Standard Screw Man Hurt In Fall At Plant
Wattods Prey Frank Rosa an employee at the Standard Screw plant was injured while working in the new building under construction. He was pinched and a timber struck his head. He was taken to hospital and needed eight stitches. Reports say he was in stable condition and the incident prompted a church conference. Other notes include a visit by Rev. Mende and a note on national prohibition votes set for Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Rosa
Rove
GD Nelson
Woman's’ Foreign Missionary Society
Mende
Golumbua
Borcesie
Corry Soldier Promoted in Wartime Hymn
A Northern wartime ode lauds the Corry native soldier serving in France. It honors his grit from babyhood through trench and sky, praising sacrifice, urging readers to donate a Red Cross dollar next Monday to aid wounded and dying soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tay
Cory
C,h. Forter
Boglund
Benat
Corry
Cambrai
Aly
Ani
Gome
Eld
Mankod
Rhine
Lia Red Cross
Italian Given Life Sentence in Murder Verdict
Little Valley December 14 jury convicts Philly Techicht of second degree murder after about two hours deliberation. The condemned man, restrained by deputies, collapsed at sentencing as Judge Sears imposes a range from twenty years to life in Auburn prison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Valley
George McAdam
Sherif
Michels
Auburn
Former Local Resident Dead in Ohio
The city received word of the death of L. B. Rickerson at his home in Willonelby Ohio. A former resident of this city he was well known here with many friends. He died in his 76th year after a period of illness. He operated a block shop on West Washington Street. Survived by five children Mrs W J Grooley Frank Rickerson Mrs Cor Titts of Pitts Hold Den Rickerson of Spring Creek and Nelson Rickerson of Claridon. The body will be brought to this city for funeral services at Alexander Chapel on North Center Street with interment in Pine Grove Cemetery. Harold Bling a hospital employee, Beevor Dan also noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. B. Rickerson
Willonelby
Ohiol
Mr. Rickerson
Ig Ute
Washington Street
Pnmumonis
Ohio
Rickerson
W. J. Grooley
Frank Rickerson
Cor ‘Titts
Pitts
den “Rickerson
Springreok
Nelson Rickerton
Claridon
Menrow
Ladies Ready to Assist in Work in Red Cross Campaign
The largest Red Cross membership drive assembly gathered over fifty ladies in the Boar of Commerce rooms. Dr Wood outlined plans, solicitors were instructed, and receipt banks and supplies distributed. Headquarters will be set at the Pullman restaurant at Main and Senior. Volunteers will canvass citywide starting Monday, turning in memberships for one dollar each and receiving a membership receipt and a Red Cross service flag to display until Christmas Eve. An auxiliary meeting planned with manufacturers aimed to boost factory and shop participation. The drive seeks strong cooperation and promises an easy, rapid canvass with each household contributing at least one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ret Croax
Boar of Commerce
de. Wood
Pullivan
Cuthee
Main
Senior Street
Clough
Luis
Placy Opon
Vig
Red Cross
Eaey
Tria
Murder at Pittsburg Deepens Local Crime Mystery
Pittsburg reports another murder as authorities fail to arrest suspects. A burned body of a man about age not stated was found on a hillside near Bankyville, with evidence suggesting a motive linked to the crime at Fileberg. Separately a second man was found murdered near Morris Port, Graddog, distant from the home where the first body lay.
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United Press
Pittebur
P Hillade
Bankylle
Fileberg
Bankyille
Morris Port
Graddog
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Warindn
Warren High School
Chapel
Lockjora
Fine Ford
United Prona
Kaladine
Western Front
Flanders Line
Luxberg
Busted Pree
United Frees
Owens
United Pras
The
M. E. Church
Olean
Harold Bling
City ‘Hospital
Rembyng
Bio Maraing
Beevor Dan
Pittsburg
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