20 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1916
Page
1
The American Express Company announced Christmas shipments began earlier and are arriving rapidly daily. Adam Express Company handled its largest business in history while Wall Fargo expanded operations as shipments surged nationwide.
At a recent Board of Supervisors meeting in Mayville a plan was promoted to construct improved roads connecting the city with New York routes, including a new pavement from Cutting to Clymer. The project would also pave Panama to Panama station and other links, with New York State supporting a continuation from French Creek bridge to Pinchley and a branch from Cutting toward Clymer.
Berlin reports deny an official Lusitania medal controversy. Officials say two hundred copies issued in London private circles, about one hundred sworn gold and not more than a few counted as counterfeit. Funeral services for John Lanouch held at St Helenborough Church with Rev. Father Brook in attendance. Interment at Mt Shwmarh Cemetery.
A 26 year old youth from Roece near Charleroi died after brutal abuse by an older coworker in a local mine. Police and authorities launched an investigation into mine conditions and safety following the death and allegations of beatings and mistreatment.
Fire heating trouble forced Fairview to suspend classes as workers addressed a faulty boiler. Repair efforts began and aimed to resume operations by tomorrow morning.
United Press reports a bank raid in Tala Oklahoma with the National Bank at Skiplock occupied by a gang overnight. The thieves allegedly secured about 40000 dollars and moved quickly toward Tulsa.
London morning trading opened with strong sentiment after Lloyd George’s address clarified Entente aims. The tone, ahead of holidays, kept activity tempered but positive, with cautious gains in equities and early volume subdued by holiday drift.
Major General Scott testified before a committee denouncing the national guard system amid claims of discouraging police at the border. The House Military Affairs committee grilled officials as they debated systemic failures and proposed reforms.
Erle December 19 unofficial tally shows Metz and Roth firm Metz and Moth of this city the lowest bid for the Mul Creek tube project at 809000, about 80000 under Porter Hirthers of Wilketure at 887009. Local bids rely on crushed stone and cement from nearby quarry. National interest noted with bids rising to 1400000 by some firms including Hong Dell of Cleveland and T A Gilleaple of Pittsburgh.
El Paso report describes a violent sand storm in a military camp with winds up to sixty miles per hour. Tents were torn down and soldiers sought shelter in Y M C A and other structures. many lacked floors. A 26 year old driver Lester Starr died after an accident near Johnsonburg while attempting to apply brakes on a moving train. The accident investigation location and further details remain unclear.
Berlin rejects the Entente peace announcements as a bluff and questions their sincerity. The report notes German skepticism about Allied aims and suggests declarations by the Entente do not reflect public opinion or real intent to end the war.
An official notice states that the Erie time table will be revised after the first of the year. The change will affect several passenger trains on the line, with No. 5 from Chicago expected to arrive earlier through this city each morning. Additional adjustments are anticipated as authorities implement the schedule through next month.
The Beaverdam and Billahorro Cow Testing associations report November results. Highlights include D G Pit a-8 pounds from an A grade Holstein, and George H Waite's herd leading with a 43.4 daily average and Waite credited for the top daily production at 40.7 pounds. Butter production averaged 14 pounds for Waite's group.
Corry boy Winchester Joseph Pops son of Dr Pope was elected captain of the Shanadoah Military Academy Football for 1917. The new coach and team leader has played since 1915 and earned a strong reputation. He was unable to participate in the closing game due to illness but his team defeated Randolphstown in a decisive finish.
The Journal reports Company A of the Sixteenth Regiment will depart the border camp on January 1d. Lt Richard resigns for health. Lt Jourdet and Lt Wellman receive new posts with promotions. Lt Jourdet becomes First Lieutenant and Wellman rises to Second Lieutenant as the unit prepares homeward and officers are reassigned amid general excellent condition and weight gains among the troops.
London reports reflect public sentiment after Lloyd George’s speech. Allies insist Germany accept terms without seeking victory, urging negotiated settlement instead of renewed combat.
General Gonzales, commander of Curries garrison at Juárez, issues a statement denouncing General Bell. He demands the return of General Luiz Comaduran who escaped to the U.S. side, vows aid to deserters, and says he will assist in future escapes into the interior.
Christmas services at St Elizabeths include 0:00 High Mass and 10:00 High Mass with brief discourses and benediction. Choir to sing Krawatschke Mass. No vella Ades Fidelis offertory. Sunday 2:10 Holy Name Cadet meeting precedes annual officers election. Confessions and Polish rites noted. services conclude with community Christmas celebration.
Merchants observe brisk Saturday and Sunday sales with lively shopping activity. Retailers praise healthy demand and note no major declines, while holiday shopping adds momentum to the week’s commerce.
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