12 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1917
Page
1
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A correspondent reports that Germany threatens to hold Americans remaining in Berlin as hostages if a wartime protocol is not agreed. The arrival at Neutral Point and Gerard Cables word suggests pressure on the United States as German ships in American harbors face release conditions.
United Press report from Cumberland Gap describes a Lincoln Memorial event with crowds and officials including Senator James B. Watson. The ceremony honored Lincoln’s memory as national leaders and citizens gathered to reflect on his legacy at this notable site.
Saturday the Climax Company and Raymond Manufacturing Company announced wage increases affecting all employees. The Climax plan set a general uniform percentage raise and applied to the entire workforce. The Raymond plant indicated a similar across the board increase based on standard pay scales, effective immediately.
News of the death of Mrs Chugor Unint Keane widow of the late Marion Pottingwell at the Climax Manufacturing plant area in Keene New Hampshire. She was well known here leaving many friends saddened by the loss. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by nephew Tof jant Powell who will accompany the readings to Keene.
Journal account reports China severing relations amid tensions with Japan and the Allied powers. The piece notes neutrality, calls for caution, and references shifting diplomacy as speaks of anticipated moves by various governments. Names and specific dates are unclear due to OCR damage but indicate a major diplomatic rupture.
United Press reports from alvadion say officials announced plans to arm merchant ships amid the submarine menace. Secretary Lansing indicated shipping could be allowed to arm themselves with guns and ammunition. the move follows tightening security as defense measures await final policy.
Reportedly liners from a danger zone reached port today amid chaotic radio traffic from the Atlantic. The dispatch cites heavy enemy patrols, quarantine checks, and warnings as ships docked, while crews described tense moments and a hurried exit from danger, with officials assessing losses and safe passage.
United Press dispatch reports President Carranza naming a new ambassador. The announcement mentions U S officials and references to government conduct and policy, with unnamed figures and locations noted in a formal diplomatic context.
The Sixth Pennsylvania Infantry entrained here this afternoon for Pittsburgh. The men expect to arrive in Monn aylvanhia city in about a week, providing no holdups along the route. If possible, they will be followed in govern cont contingents by other units.
A witness alleges heavy public anger over currency law manipulation and calls for Governor Harding and Pat Warburg to resign from the board. The testimony accuses Lindburg of undue influence by J. P. Morgan and the National Bank of New York, asserting ties to financial interests.
The Hello Girls finish preparations for a Valentine party at the State Armory on Wednesday evening. The drill shed is decorated with hundreds of red and white hearts, and the Mexen-4Prize Orchestra will provide music for informal dancing. Invitations were issued and many locals are expected, including visitors from nearby towns. Mrs. Hine of Scranton arrived in the city to care for her aunt Mrs Frances Truesdell, whose condition remains about the same and is slowly weakening.
Mrs Winger presented a dramatic reading of The Servant in the Manse by Bien Marton Winger at the Yap Asal Erie yesterday afternoon. The event drew an audience including Hetedie Barton Wiser, with Mrs Winger guiding the audience through the tale and its themes of innocence, temptation, and the writer’s view of virtue in a religious setting.
A girl named Miss Church received notice of a $415,007 inheritance valued at $250,000 from Mary Kraus eight years after a charitable act. The bequest, tied to an estate now managed by executors, may expand the legacy further.
The Knights of Columbus entertainment committee and the Daughters of Ljubalin arranged a social and card party for tomorrow evening in the Knights of Columbus rooms. Members and friends are invited to attend as plans proceed for a train and a enjoyable evening is anticipated.
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