17 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1919
Page
1
Readable fragments describe a sword related event with damaged lines and unclear context. The passage mentions a gaunt worns phrase and possible references to January or March dates, but specifics remain obscured by OCR errors. Further readable names or places are not clearly identified.
A chaotic town incident involving two young women and a lout ended with the assailant being released. Police and local officials held a preliminary inquiry as magistrates consider actions to reorganize the police department. The event drew attention to public safety and law enforcement response.
A wave of unrest near Patterson mills subsided as the War Labor Board announced a provisional settlement. The agreement set a 42 hour week and compensation for damages from a recent strike. About 2,000 workers remained ready to continue action if winter inquiries persisted. Dorotha Davidson returned home from Erie after a weekend visit.
United Press reports envoys from Vienna and Warsaw indicate German officials formally accepted a new armistice terms in Copenhagen talks. The agreement aims to extend the armistice though Allied authorities had previously blocked changes. The tone suggests officials anticipate formal ratification soon.
A June newspaper excerpt records a call by an unnamed official to the public for opinion on hospital funding and reforms. It outlines proposed measures including user fees, patient charges, and ward allocations, inviting residents to vote on the plan and address concerns about finances and care access.
Washington February 12 United Press reports a hospital donor linked to a suffrage resolution last week. Senator Jones and committee leaders discuss advancing the measure as efforts to win votes continue. Names and responses suggest momentum toward securing support before adjournment.
United Press dispatch from Washington reports ongoing pressure and debate over intervening in Russia. The Department of Labor advocates quick action to reduce unemployment through a large road work program funded by a new appropriation of about 120 million dollars, with federal and local governments sharing costs and rapid project start anticipated.
In February reports from Germany describe the National Assembly dispute over the government of Ebert and the Rhomann regime. Unionists and workers councils confront high tensions as alleged foreign funding and internal strife surface amid calls for sweeping political change and loyalty to the democratic system.
Reported today that Republican forces have gained complete control in Oporto. Leaders and factions are detained or dispersed, with custody established for key figures in the shift of power.
A chaplain writes of the death of Lieut Tracy during the Argonne offensive. The letter speaks of courage, loss, and remembrance, noting the brave officer fell while performing duties in Belgium. It requests readers to contact Graves Registration to obtain details and pay respects to the fallen.
A 21 year old man named Guy Daniels died after slipping from a Garland platform and being struck by a moving train No 180. Investigators report he fell between the train and the platform as crowds gathered, receiving fatal injuries and later dying at a local morgue. His father identified him. Daniels had recently stopped working and the incident occurred near East Main Street.
A fragmentary dispatch reports new outbreaks by Spartans in German towns and allied forces seizing several places in Ruineland. In Drodion the sidtore broke up and chaos followed as readers are urged to respond to a cryptic call for replies within 24 hours.
Fragmented OCR notes show a stalled streetcar agreement with references to public officials and a later hint that the operation may resume. Disjointed names appear, including local authorities and a possible future action, but the core deal remains unresolved.
United Press reports urgent moves on the Russia issue as leaders plan a possible conference. A Supreme War Council meeting is expected to decide on next steps, with women’s suffrage and labor support prominent in discussions. World leaders seek a unified approach to accelerating peace and security measures.
Flaherty acquitted after a trial tied to wire thefts near the Pennsylvania railroad crossing north of the city. Investigations followed prior reports of stolen wire used for railroad needs, with defense by local attorneys. Weather notes predict snow tonight and Tuesday with warmer conditions thereafter.
An all day dairy gathering at Columbus on February 19 with speakers and county bureau plans. Warren County Farm Bureau aims to attract many dairy producers from nearby areas. Highlights include Home Economics sessions with Miss Nelle Wilkow and a program outline by HN Reist.
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