01 Jan 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1917
Page
1
A terse OCR snippet asks about a plant priced at 49 and references a sum in a local notice. The readable text hints at a sale item with a price tag and a brief currency notation, but missing full names, dates, or locations.
The Board of Education announced a $15,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York to support a maintenance fund for a new public library in the city. The pledge, accepted recently, awaits final site selection and price decisions as officials consider offers for the land and building.
A ten year old boy, son of Mr and Mrs John Gulloh of Watas-Onl, died from severe burns after lifting a long coke oven ring. He was in Punxatawnoy when the accident occurred while removing coke from a hot pile after hours of exposure. A fellow worker, Linciiv PAted, helped transport him for medical aid but the boy died at the scene.
J Maddocks reflects on P O Friends in a brief reminiscence noting shared memories, periods of service, and enduring personal ties. The piece frames friendship through local connections and time honored by community memory.
A muddled OCR fragment reports a State Bank Examiner being asked to quit, mentioning Governor Brumbaugh and Commissioner William I. Smith with a January 16 effective date. The text references the Vara brothers, Attorney General Brown, and Congressman J. x, but the details are unclear due to corrupted source text.
January 1 report from United Press states the British cutter Protector exploded. The announcement gave no date or full details of the blast, and the source did not include the location or further information about casualties or causes.
Athens reports the Groote government pressing to accelerate transfer of all troops from Europe to the southern front. Allies insist on immediate obedience, with troops to be moved to meet new demands as the blockade tightens.
A wounded great heron at the Lie Hato Wak fish hatchery was killed after being shot. The incident described the bird’s capture, the events at the hatchery, and notes on local wildlife reported by observers, including implications for regional heron populations.
Erie County supervisors prepare for their eleventh annual convention at the Court House in Erie. The executive committee meets Saturday at 9:00 AM, with sessions starting at 10:00 AM. Martin Platt will address the assembly, followed by Willis S. Lohman and others. Afternoon talks include Joseph Winter of the State Highway Department and a review of county work.
The outline describes annual Farmers Institutes under the auspices of the state agricultural department in WHI. Key speakers include William M. Patton Moe Jirove Pay action lender and Prof C E Myers. Topics cover soil fertility, poultry farming, farm orchard care, market gardens, and fertilizer value. Attendees aim to aid men women and children on local farms with practical guidance.
United Press reports a decisive Villista victory in a battle near La Cruz. The clash, tied to ongoing border conflicts, ends with a rout of opposing forces as General Siuvenii pursues northern maneuvers. Details remain sparse as officials with the U.S. government monitor cross border activity.
Reports from London indicate general officers receiving promotions as part of a British honors list. The message notes Haig’s recognition, with mentions of Major and Lieutenants involved in the pending changes. Source text shows wartime-era military reassignments and ceremonial acknowledgments shaping strategic leadership.
Wilkesbarre January 1 Firemen rescued State Senator Catlin from a house fire that destroyed his home. Fire Chief Honnrewht arrived with crews and pulled Catlin from a bathroom, then aided in evacuations as flames advanced, allowing medical help to reach him.
London reports the government confirms Captain John Landay, son of famous comedian Mary Lauder, was killed while serving with troops in France. The casualty notice comes as new losses are tallied from the current fighting fronts.
A rider leapt from a locomotive car window as a train neared Corry station. Investigators say the jumper landed in snow and disappeared in the cold. Police and a nearby search failed to locate him. witnesses described a winter scene as the train continued on.
British and French diplomats accused Berlin of fabricating information to mislead the United States and portray it as backing Germany in exchange for concessions. They asserted President Wilson was misled by Berlin, and urged Washington to see through the provocation.
Washington reports that the fate of a peace initiative hinges on Berlin. Officials suggest Germany must directly address terms and pace of any proposal, while U.S. leaders weigh how far they will go to secure a breakthrough before public positions harden.
A rural federation of rural free delivery men gathered in Union City this morning for their convention. Attending were numerous county workers including Assistant Pontmial Bentley, Mex Hentley, Wie And Mya, Loweanes Calagrove, Als Frank Crowell, and Mrs Crowell with Mr and Mrs Sammy Mra, among others.
Bracken Brothers announce a major leadership change in their wholesale grocery and provision business. Hobart Bracken retires from the active role after decades serving the city railway and networked markets. Olin W. Bracken remains active, expanding duties as partner alongside a new agreement with veteran Bracken associate Voyie Smith to cover eastern territories.
Tomorrow evening the Corry Poultry and Pot Studio Association will hold a meeting at eight o'clock in the Durham Dice Store to discuss requirements for the upcoming poultry show. Members are urged to attend. officers report preparations and member participation are requested.
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