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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1916
Page
1
Washington reports speculation that Congress may ban all American travel on belligerent ships for the rest of the war era. Public opinion shows support against armament shipments. authorities plan to discuss wartime orders and the blockade impacts with the foreign affairs committee tomorrow.
Parkoraburx Wisconsin January report concerns the sinking of a riverboat during a storm. The woman identified as Mrs. No. 19 Kayll of the city went down in thirty two feet of water. Several passengers including her daughter and infant perished. Captain Berry died in the wreckage.
Governor Whitman demanded the immediate removal of Superintendent Jatin Riley at Sing Sing, blamed for attempts to interfere with prison administration. Warden Kirchway replaced Thomas Mott Osborne as head of the institution amid renewed tensions with Osborne’s allies.
A United Press report from Washington details an attack on an army patrol at Fort au Prins Wednesday morning. Corporal Weeder was slightly wounded, one Haitian killed, several wounded, with the assailants described as rebels. Dispatches to the department say the incident occurred as forces repelled the attack early today.
United Press reports the Thessalonika sank after two weeks of anxiety as the rescue ship Perugia towed the survivors to port yesterday afternoon. The Perugia wirelessed that the ship had opened sea-cocks and was taking on fuel when the rescue completed.
Last evening amid a heavy rain a westbound auto collided with a farmer’s wagon near Molynes Stool Co. plant on Hast Muth street. Both vehicles were mangled. the horn and frame damaged. The driver of the team escaped with slight injuries. others were uninjured. Names of the parties were not learned.
A fire near two large tanks at the Atlantic Refining Company refinery destroyed the Mooco temple site. Firefighters battled hours to stop spread amid harsh weather. One local man, Warren Heensy, and Korry Buick are noted in a separate Rochesterbound trip report.
George Gilson, 27, died suddenly in the railroad yards after an incident at Cotter Street crossing and a fall. Reports say he collapsed after reaching the watchman’s house. medical aid was too late. The coroner declined an inquest. he is survived by his parents and brothers, with funeral arrangements to be announced.
London dispatches report an imminent invasion by central powers as Bulgarian and German forces mass along the Greek border. Frivolous cross-border actions and rail redeployments indicate preparations for a large-scale attack across the border into Greece and Southern Serbia.
The forecast calls for cloudy skies with a drop in temperatures. Expect a colder night followed by a frigid Friday with brisk winds and low daytime highs.
In London on January 1 British labor groups overwhelmingly opposed the defence ministry conscription bill. The Amalgamated Labour movement and major unions rejected compulsory service, vowing to fight the proposal and urging MPs to oppose it. Leaders urged swift parliamentary action to protect workers and liberty.
Theodore Biel filed an election contest over John Grows's seat on the Teria City Commission in Erie. Protests allege votes were cast with improper assistance, requiring court time over two to three days. Separately, the Mal-Toh plant strike showed no new developments as officials plan a mayoral primary on February 16 and the general election for February 9.
Tewan reports the Corry Furniture Company will likely move into the rooms vacated by the post office in the city building. The firm plans a complete refit with a new display front and space to operate a large store. Previously they occupied the C. R. Rogers building on Must Main Street. The move could occur promptly, with rooms prepared for full display and floor space.
A Copenhagen report quotes Sweden refusing to let Germany prevail. Sweden would not permit a Russian victory over the Teutons, stating it may join the war to block a German defeat while pursuing a strategic warm port on the Arctic peninsula. The piece notes Sweden could mobilize up to a million men if needed and hints at Swedish plans to block Norway via Russia.
President Wilsons envoy Colonel House reached London today to brief the Allied leaders. He will meet Ambassador Page and then travel to France, planning a two week stay before continuing a confidential circuit among American officials and representatives in Rome.
Four Morgan children aged four to fourteen die in a Martingville home fire in Wheeling West Virginia. The parents, who hid on a lower floor, escaped after attempting to reach the others as flames destroyed the residence. One child was rescued before authorities arrived.
The liner Karnik with twelve hundred and fifty aboard fled a submarine after a night of terror in the Mediterranean. The Woattia submarine pursued from early evening but failed to strike. Survivors report the vessel Karnak had previously been torpedoed in the region.
Tomorrow afternoon the members of Post 70 G A R will hold their installation of officers at their home in the State Armory. A grand army veterans event is planned with a Wall ceremony and a campfire at the headquarters, expecting good attendance.
A January 17 meeting is set to approve city appointments including City Marshal, Police Chief, and potential shifts in the fire department and street work. Applications noted for the marshal post include Maginger Mlek and Qowtor Mr. Haws of Mead Ville. Rumors mention Officer Merritt as a possible Police Chief successor, with other offices held over pending salary changes.
A board official reports on employers resisting new rules to fund workers compensation by charging workers, arguing the cost should fall on consumers rather than employees. The statement defends the system, noting benefits of coverage and shifts in burden away from workers.
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