28 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1918
Page
1
A blaze caused by a broken pipe led to about 500000 dollars in damage as a locomotive shed and three nearby buildings burned. The foundry ware house and whey were saved. Two hundred workers were left jobless by the fire.
President Wilson declares that an agreement has been reached on the main point of policy. He states the accord aligns with British government views and emphasizes unity in policy across nations.
King George visited President Wilson at Buckingham Palace this morning to extend congratulations on Wilsons eighty ninth birthday and to mark the occasion with a brief private exchange. The meeting occurred at ten oclock and was described as cordial.
Mrs. Samus Renold of Munville named to the Industries Board by Governor Teombaughs. appointment effective January 1. Renold had served on the board for five years.
London dispatch reports Prime Minister Lloyd George leading the Liberal Party to a huge parliamentary majority, defeating Asquith in his district. Mixed local notes include visits, travels, and health updates among residents and officials across several towns.
Corryites witnessed naval review as Allied flags fluttered and ships of the U S Navy steamed past. Ministers and officials observed the ceremony amid grey weather and a solemn mood, noting future voyages and relations with Britain and Germany as tensions eased.
An 80 year old woman identified as Mrs. Marvin from Springwater died on a train near Buffalo today. Relatives and officials assisted at Union City station as a deputy and a health officer noted the death. She is survived by two sons Penn and Wagar of Springwater.
Mion Rachol Stypson of the American Red Cross visited Philatelphiny Field and spoke at Benedot Commerce Room about adopting civilian relief measures in Delaware division. He urged government insurance changes and emphasized aiding disabled volunteers, while crowds enjoyed South Center and Pleasant Street activities later in the day.
A serial intruder known as the sneak thief has shifted targets and territory. Over several weeks he has entered homes through doors and windows, stealing valuables while residents report near misses and call for tightening window hardware and security measures.
A westbound Philadelphia and Harrisburg coach accident near Ridgway injures several and kills Elk County Commissioner Jacob S. Jacobs, a former newspaper man. Witnesses describe a violent crash as the vehicle veered off the road onto an embankment. Gorge Buhholz, owner of a Ni Gary Walla dryer, fatally injured. Blank Wager from Saint Marys and Donahue of Warren are seriously hurt or missing. Police take victims to Ridgway Hospital. investigation ongoing into cause and condition of injured passengers.
Local liquor dealers face April deadlines to file for licenses as officials report a slow start. Court sources indicate many firms intend to apply, with a latest notice noting a March 1 deadline and a final filing window open until April 10.
The commanding general reports casualties from the American Expeditionary Forces with names such as Waller Stark and A Peavey among the fallen. Others listed include John Andopton and Jamestown’s soldiers wounded or missing. the telegram notes deaths from wounds and undetermined statuses.
A county treasurer's office announces dog license fees for 1919 will be about double 1918. Male dogs two natines, female dogs four Aoara. Notices mention licenses issued January 15 and a funeral in McKean with details mixed in the damaged text.
Rev. C. H. Bloomaters will hold serving of Burnley at 11 a.m. at Columbus Bf FB church and at Spring Brook at 7 16 p.m. These serving include Bélota and Blustye plus local attendees Mn Blaser.
President Wilson spends a busy day in London visiting multiple officials and meeting British leaders. He attends a formal welcome at Guild Hall and plans to hold a luncheon with British officials. The president then travels to Paris to resume his overseas itinerary.
Local item notes the death of Clayton Skiff from Company A as a hero who threw grenades into enemy forces in Argonne Forest. Several young men from Youngsville area were wounded or missing while many others expected to return home. Weather forecast mentions cloudy skies tonight with possible snow.
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