18 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1915
Page
1
A read-through dispatch reports a vigorous reply from America to Vienna before tonight. Details mention Secretary Lansing and President Wilson in talks and a possible wedding trip, with emphasis on U.S. government actions and diplomatic posture.
United Press report from Rome states Serbia will transfer its government to Rome and call out volunteers as the capital shifts. Parliament members who escaped death or capture are to assemble in Rome, with King Peter of Bulgaria addressing the session. London dispatch notes Derby plans to mobilize volunteers from January 20 to front lines, prioritizing married men per government pledge.
Reports say a gasoline vessel named Manamet was blown up about twelve miles off Cape Ann on December 18. Four crewmen landed safely while ten others are reported missing or in danger, with state authorities coordinating search efforts.
The town of Clymer saw police action after two days of rumors as Constable Wallace raided the saloon known as the "old barkarslop" on Wednesday night. Four residents were arrested and arraigned before Justice Albert Nook ets, held in bail of 200 dollars. Names listed include Moawre Blanton Dugard MRunded and Waly aba.
A large candle burned out at Barlow Hardware Store this morning at 11 42. The candle reportedly burned for fifty hours and forty two minutes before extinguishing.
A river tragedy on North Division Street bridge after a street car crashed through the spans. A loaded car toppled into the river with workers onboard and several passengers escaped as the bridge collapsed. Seven dead confirmed with more missing as search continues.
A holiday intercollegiate basketball game is set for Christmas night at the Armory. Local college students will face off against a Corry-plant squad. Players listed include Wood, Peitko, Tourdet, Marsh, MacKinnidy, Groteter, Babbitt for the College team and Cowles, Lyons, Paulson, A Williams, Walls, Clough, Pattomon for Corry.
Henry Soltemll, a German clerk at a national bank in New York, was arrested at dawn charged with conniving with others to disclose financial matters to Allies. The case follows arrests of four others tied to a plot to destroy a canal, reported in morning papers.
The funeral was held this afternoon at three from the home of Mrs. Walter Williams at No. 8 East Bond saved. Rev. Graves of the University walla church in Girard officiated with the Boptlat church choir providing selections. Interment followed in Pine Grove Cemetery. Williams, born Oxford in 1849, served in the Vermont Volunteers and the Fourth Vermont Regiment during the Civil War. He was wounded at Antietam and Petersburg and endured the campaign with Grant. Lee Skinner of Chicago attended the services from out of town.
Weather bulletin notes snow tonight and Sunday with probable midnight snowfall near Lake Erie. Mr W E Mathews and Mrs Amy Smith traveled yesterday to Chanute Kansas to upend Christmas holidays, disrupting plans for local families and gatherings.
Washington reveals official Austrian note detailing Vienna's stance on the Ancona incident. The communique questions Austrian government resignations and the handling of foreign freights while urging broader discussion of the involved evidence and principals.
The Sophomores built a clear lead by repeatedly scoring as the visitors from Union City battled hard. Jocal’s Swmiple led with remarkable shooting while rough play marked several stretches as locals hoped for better attendance on future out of town games.
The wedding of Mr and Mrs Galt at the White House faced a downpour and careful security. Police cordons kept the area clear while the providence and the bride prepared to depart to the station after the ceremony with only Charles Swein as the escort.
Members of the Maccabees lodge held their annual Christmas celebration in the Har building. The event featured a Christmas program and gifts for attendees, followed by a communal iron supper and a musical program. A large turnout attended the Corry hive function and plans for a New Year Eve watch party were discussed.
Wayne township mourns as David York dies at age eighty five after a brief illness. The longtime resident, known locally, is survived by his son and other family members. Funeral arrangements are pending.
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