14 Feb 1923
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1923
Page
1
Bonar Law opposes French demand that a neutral or occupied territory permit troop-manned trains to pass through. The Allies remain divided over control and transit through occupied regions, shaping ongoing negotiations and wartime strategy.
Disorder continues amid Allied operations with reports of widespread arrests. Military actions stretch along the Rhine front as German and German-occupied areas face intensified policing and street clashes. Officials warn of further crackdowns while cities brace for potential martial measures.
Congress Today reports on floor action as Mondor Wille and the Interstate Commerce committee weigh veterans legislation and arid land projects. In the Senate, debates focus on British debt and a special committee investigation into related matters.
A severe winter blizzard caused heavy damage across the Contra and Northern States with widespread disruption. Reports cite ruined crops, damaged infrastructure, and disrupted railways and communications as cold winds and snowfall swept eastward.
Charley Keating, known locally as a famed Kugae Pony man, is en route from France and expected to arrive within two weeks. He has completed service with Graves Registration and brings a government commission to the home front.
A garbled telegraph from Paris hints at mounting tensions in the Near East as Britain and allied offices reportedly weigh a potential crisis. The message mentions a destroyer Thessin and a possible confirmation of a broader threat, though details remain unclear and unverified.
A funeral for Warren Clary was conducted from his home on Pleasantville Street with large attendance. Masonic and church officials led services as mourners, including relatives from Pittsburg Jamestown and New York City, with pallbearers named and bearer rites described.
St Valentine’s Day drew notice across local schools as pupils exchanged valentines through boxes provided for gifts. The observance reflected long standing traditions, with emphasis on friendship and sharing among students.
Prohibition agents warned that further raids would target bootleg operations in the city after recent seizures. Officials say the crackdown aims to wipe out illicit liquor from all joints and curb vendor schemes, amid rumors of coordinated resistance by larger bootleg networks.
A joint meeting of the chamber of commerce and the hotel committee discussed forming a temporary hotel company to advance a modern hotel project. A campaign timeline suggested a few days to organize, with plans for financing discussed pending a detailed outline and specialist guidance.
A pole carrying wires of the Hjee electric light company caught fire at 4 on East Main Street opposite the Phomyix hotel. The blaze burned through the pole top leaving a narrow margin for the cross arms. Fire department used chemical equipment to extinguish. Workers replaced the pole and current cut for several hours to prevent further danger.
United Press reports from Dublin that Eamon de Valera accepts William Confrave's plebiscite proposal on the Irish question. He says England should pledge to abide by plebiscite results and that Irishmen will not disestablish the Ros Republic.
United Press dispatch from Philadelphia reports a government warehouse inventory underway after wholesale whiskey thefts. Prohibition Director Davis says barrels valued at about half a million dollars were tampered with and water and cider substituted for whiskey.
The city council approved buying a Third Ward property from Gléhod Barker for 804, to be used for street department storage and fire equipment housing. The purchase, aided by an option held by Me Wheeler, supports planned expansion and the construction of a large storage building.
Bankers will handle the affairs of Armour Co with trustees named to manage a proposed five year program. Arthur Reynolds, president of the Commercial Bank, and Albert Wiggins of the National Bank of New York are among those named to trusteeship as Armour seeks to secure millions during postwar deflation.
Pittsburgh, Feb 1 Two city papers the Dispatch and the Leader withdraw after consolidation moves. Announcement says too many papers for the territory and lists affected dailies the Press Sun Chronicle Telegraph Post Gazette Prose Gasatte Powe.
A garbled report notes a major jewel heist linked to a ring of thieves in the United States. Investigations touch on figures in financial and political circles as law enforcement pursues the missing gems valued at substantial sums.
Flames engulfed the historic Trinite Church in Montreal early today, with a tall steeple collapsing after three hours of burning. Witnesses described showers of sparks as the structure suffered extensive damage, and authorities opened an investigation into the fire’s origin while the building stood as a casualty of heat and flames.
A six story Maiden Lane blaze destroyed valuable gems and old stock worth about 2 000 000. Police and detectives guarded the debris while sixty jewelers searched for strong boxes and contents amid the fire damaged ruin. Two injured and neighboring offices endangered, crooks suspected as fire raged through the doomed loft.
In Mt Carmel Pennsylvania on February 14, a sympathy strike by over three thousand coal miners ended last night. Locust Spring Alaska Relimnés colleries resumed operations this morning. Strikers allegedly discriminated against were reinstated and the Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron company promised an equitable adjustment of grievances.
A disputed report from Clarksburg notes alleged gang members and deputies facing grand jury indictments for murders tied to a faction described as a mafia. Statements claim confessions and secret questioning across multiple states as investigators pursue a sprawling crime network.
Henry Wordtute announces Ford Motor Company purchased the Allegheny Glass Company at Glassemere Virginia for auto glass manufacture. The plant produces about 7,000,000 square feet of plate glass annually and sits on a 40 acre site along the Allegheny River.
Feb steamer Messina flying allied flag was halted in Constantinople harbor while attempting to land arms. In other brief notes Mrs Charles Rouse left a son to visit her aunt at Spring Creek.
Harrisburg on Tuesday delegates from various state districts met with Highway Commissioner Paul Wright to press for coalition work. Wright stated no definite action would be taken without complete information as the department's resources for the next two years are under review.
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