07 Jan 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1918
Page
1
The new city commission and Mayor Alexander were sworn in this morning with associates present. GPS deployment and initial tasks begin as officials outline priorities for the new term.
City officials and employees retain positions as the new Commission convenes. Mayor Alexander outlines wartime funding, municipal improvements, fire and street needs, and department heads while praising the outgoing administration and stressing prudent fiscal policy.
Jesse Davids, a brakeshoe plant employee, was severely injured when a metal spray struck him at the emplant during a shift. He suffered eye injuries and facial burns. doctors fear loss of sight but hope for some recovery at Hanot Hospital. William Golligan of Second Avenue is reported ill with pneumonia with a challenging ten days ahead.
The Board of Gom intends to hold its first general meeting of the year tonight at the headquarters. Attendance is urged from all members as the event is described as a “get-together” with hopes for broad participation. War-related members are especially encouraged to attend for the home front outlook.
Mr Davis of this city, long with the Erie Railroad, will move to New York City within days to assume a new post at Duanestraat terminal. He has spent thirty one years with the railroad and is assigned to the accounting department. His friends here extend best wishes for success in the metropolis.
United Press dispatch reports P G Smith, a salesman, held by unknown captors after a ransom demand. Marshall Brockway of Hast, Cleveland received a cryptic note explaining Smith's detention and the alleged reason for the hold. The brief states Smith was kept until a payment was made, with no further details available.
United Press reports Washington officials foresee continued U S preparation for war after debates over military strategy. Discussion centers on balancing German aggression with allied supply access, while authorities consider a potential shift to stringent mobilization and broader readiness measures.
Government calls wage earners to file income tax returns before a stated deadline. For 1997, single earners making over 1000 dollars annually must report. married couples earning under that amount may not. An Internal Revenue expert can provide guidance on filing and deductions.
Erie officials discuss appointments and rejections as Meyer Kitts and WD Kinney resist in the Eding area. Samiel Le Gilson serves as acting mayor while votes are recorded on the new finance safety street and marble department heads.
The Baptist Church Sunday School held Rally Day with a solo by Murad Lemon and a service honoring a list of men in their class. The program featured the service day presentation and listed members such as Henry Huead Lewie Holly Arthur Tumnell John Dunt, Wendell Barber Earl Higgins and others.
Mayor C L Alexander and the new city commission were hosted at the Phoenix by City Solicitor G T Kincaid. A fine menu was served and the event praised as enjoyable. Tonight the Piks club plans a pig supper for the Mayor and Commission at the Hone Ony Roti Center Street Amborate.
A historic Supreme Court ruling declares a major constitutional question resolved, sharply limiting government powers and redefining authorities. The decision overturns lower court interpretations after nineteen legal challenges across districts, signaling a decisive shift in state and federal balance.
The Corry Grange A SACU held one of its largest meetings, focusing on third and fourth degree work. Officers were installed by Mrs Thad Perkins, with thanks given for productive annual progress and community discussions. absent visitors included Mr and Mrs E J Strothers and Mrs Bedhe.
The World on Fire is touring Pennsylvania to boost morale with Mr Howard reporting from 41 cities including Pittsburgh and Philadelphia suburbs. The National War Committee seeks dates for the patriotic exhibition aimed at camp men, portraying wartime conditions and criticizing Kaiser and his emissaries. The piece is presented as a war effort not political advertising, with Howard promoting the cause of the war.
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