06 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1914
Page
1
The Senior Class unveils a Washington trip fundraiser with a carnival featuring concerts, a kite event, and a September dance. They also ask readers to donate old newspapers and announce an Arcade baking sale tomorrow morning with a large supply of home baking for sale.
A garbled local weather note suggests rain and warmth today, with Saturday turning colder and likely drier. Despite the unclear phrasing, readers should expect a mixed pattern with cooler temperatures by the weekend.
State deputies conducted an inspection blitz targeting theaters and motion picture houses. Library Theater received orders to overhaul wiring, reconfigure exits, install fire protection upgrades, and add electric wall outlets. Managers pledged compliance as other venues were visited and age certificates checked. prosecutions not yet determined.
By United Press. The fortress at Dermisilo, the first important outpost of the Federals protecting Torreon, fell into the hands of the Constitutionalists this morning. Continuous skirmishing had continued for days, but rebel commanders under Villa had not yet received orders for the general assault on the citadel of Torreon itself.
Washington dispatch reports quiet conditions in the Mexican capital with no sign of disorder amid Huerta’s forces preparing for an offensive. The U S government indicates no intention of intervention unless the constitutionalists fail to overthrow Huerta. shipments of arms to Huerta’s forces are being organized.
Giuseppe Arino, a notorious East Side gunman, shot and killed Patrolman Murtha as he ordered a bystander to move. In the chase, Avino fired at bystanders and wounded Fireman James O Connor and another officer. Officers pursued him through the street. Avino died after a fierce exchange. Murtha and O Connor wounded, assailant killed. Local officials filed murder charges.
Hy United Press reports a severe Johnstown wreck when train No T from Mercantile Express collided with a freight train just after 1 AM. One person died and nine were injured as the derailment halted traffic for hours near the station.
Local lumbering crews face a total halt as Corry Woodworking Industries and Corry Chase: C Company report large stockpiles but only limited haulage possible. Crippen and Westley and Clark yards lag in loading, while winter conditions delay timber movement but foremen expect resumed sledding after several snowfalls.
Washington D C five The contested seat of Representative J N Smith of Michigan, challenged by Clune Carney, was dismissed by the House and Smith's credentials were accepted. He was formally seated by his colleagues.
McKeesport Pa February 8 Mrs Oliver Weigle told court she fired at her husband Heath after a hysterical night. She claimed fear and coercion from a white heat incident and a hotel stay influenced her actions. The case centers on alleged marital conflict and motive amid police and court scrutiny.
Cable reports from Nashville and Washington state that General Theodore has lost control of his troops and mob rule dominates Hayti. The American vessel Mus landed eighty marines to protect Americans. The U S gunboat Patusant, previously at Cuba, was ordered to Port Prine.
A warrant was issued in the local milk case involving purchasing samples in the city by Taepe or M. Palton. Aideran Barker issued the warrant, with A. Shann likely contesting the suspected charge. The matter was continued for two weeks.
Washington Feb. 1 Unitedress reports Sen Mor Owen author of the bill to regulate stock exchanges declared after a White House conference that evidence from exchange officers shows the need for government control. He said the proposed reform would curb abuses and restore investor confidence despite opposition from some market participants. Noble, a New York Exchange governor, admitted under inquiry that short selling had been permitted, acknowledging it aided liquidity but calling for safeguards.
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