11 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1919
Page
1
Patterson property bid of 9900 dollars rejected as city proceeds to clear off site. City will retain Patterson property and use opposite the federal building for a new municipal office. Commission also plans to buy a new fire truck.
On motion by Christie, the commission warns cars must be operated or the franchise will be nullified. The body discusses fire safety upgrades at city buildings, water and property parcels, and plans for a modern fire station with equipment, bids, and a public market proposal as the council advances structural changes.
A United Press dispatch from Simon Sebring outlines King’s appeal for improved relations with the United States amid ongoing wartime efforts. The message stresses unity and cooperation as key to joint defense and postwar stability.
A dispatch from Paris notes a victory for Portugal’s republican faction with strong leaders authorized by authorities. Turmoil follows the upheaval as the government faces pressure and shifting loyalties.
Polish forces report capturing Ant Koval and a second Bolshevik official in a city, according to United Proas dispatches. The claim notes successful operations and ongoing advances amid the broader front line activity.
A damaged report states the U S Army of occupation in Germany costs over a million dollars daily. Private pay accounts show about 490000 daily for privates with high officer expenses and total costs reaching tens of millions. The figures reflect wartime occupation expenses and manpower commitments.
A broken water line on Center Street triggers a major outage with valve failures and pressure drops. Company crews faced delayed repairs as customers reported low pressure and unreliable service. officials expect restoration within a day or two.
A Harrisburg meeting or report outlines recommended state aid for hospitals including 16000 for the hospital and 12000 for Cory hospital with total requests around 425000. The document covers appropriations for two years, mentions Lawrenss February 11 1917, and notes actions by workers and inspectors amid funding debates.
A local gathering at the Elks Club featured discussion on hospital finances with remarks from speakers including Core Ella Loder and Mr. Loder. Attendees considered annual renewals, citizen support, and potential measures to ensure hospital operations and development.
Fragmented text discusses the League of Nations and peace terms with Germany. References U S and British figures. mentions Paris and potential March dates. Contains garbled names and unclear propagation of proposals.
United Press reports President Wilson plans to depart Paris Friday for the United States. The White House confirms the return voyage will follow talks in Paris and set a definite date for his arrival in Washington.
A large audience heard Mrs. Chapman discuss the nation’s call to women at the city High School auditorium. Introduced by Miss Lula Mae Wilcox, she praised government efforts to protect soldiers’ morals and urged community support for postwar self control, highlighting women’s role in upholding virtue.
A lengthy local notice describes approval and implementation steps for a regional road plan affecting Bela County and surrounding townships. It cites involvement by state and regional agencies, outlines expected improvements, and notes public-works leadership and timeline considerations.
The K of P decide to purchase the Avenue Building and begin renovation. The project, tied to a modern lodge on First Avenue, aims to create a new home for the fraternity and boost local development as construction proceeds over a few days.
A small fire was discovered around 8 0 0 in the Elks building basement while J A Harden entered for decorating materials. The blaze near a wooden partition of the flower bath and toilet area was extinguished quickly with little damage. Origin traced to a stove nearby. had it not been found, a serious fire was possible. Roy W Tenhagen of Buffalo was visiting Mrs F Barnes on Isott Street.
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