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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1914

Page

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Fire destroys Bennett Bath in Washington Street blaze

A large blaze last night destroyed the Bennett Bath on Washington Street. Tramps were seen fleeing the front door, and investigators found a shovel and hot coals in the doorway, suggesting an arson attempt. Fire crews from Stanford Hose and Third Ward battled the flames amid freezing conditions, with damage estimated around 7,000 and two thirds insured.

Bennett Bath” Establishment Washington Membre Honcelord Honan Shia Gornbus Raymond Mr. Bennatt Bath Attra Mra Gondall Tatler Aw Alu Howaver Barta Rusa Mle Wenca Juin Chayonk Thi Charles Keating Stanford Third Ward Taulgon Washington Street Meg Honnott Dnigrance Hoseinn Frogen Andy Paulson Othurn Milhoutt Hosa Company

SESSLE WILL URGE FUNDS FOR SYSTEM

City official Sal sie says on Monday night he will request funds to finish the Camewell fire alarm system. The project, begun years ago, could be completed for under a thousand dollars and would install a full independent warning network for the city. Former Fire Chief Guy Stafford had advanced progress by installing five Camewell devices used with the current system.

Camewell Commiasioner Salsie Ula Mira Fiews UN Fire Guy Stafford

Convicted Murderer Escapes From Plum Colee Conviction

A heavily armed convict named Krenshenkov escaped from custody at Plum Colee after being convicted today of murdering H. M. Arold, the manager of the Montreat Vianet bank. He seized a revolver, overpowered guards, and fled in a car, leaving tracks showing auto mobility. Police pursued, with earlier boasts of evading sentences and daring escapes noted.

Watleyern Wianieg Twa Krenshankow Western Canada H. M. Arold Montreat Vianet Bane Plum Colee Svenshenkov Tlain Krenshenkov Hin Caie Brash Morris Trewis

Millions Starving in Japan Report Warns of Famine

A report from Tokio San notes nine million Japanese face starvation or near-famine conditions in the extreme northeastern Inland regions due to crop failures. The League for the Prevention of Famine urges immediate relief to avert humanitarian disaster.

Tokio San League For the Prevention of Famine

Oil Ship in Danger Reported Near Woods Hole

Navy dispatches indicate the standard oil tanker Comet, with six crew aboard, reported heavy seas and pounding near Woods Hole while other vessels, including Acushnet and Greview, sent distress signals. The report notes the Comet’s hull strain and ongoing danger at sea near Black Tian and Woods Hole.

United Poot Ney Medford Fuller “Acushnet Comet Woods Hole Black Tian

Reception Off Vera Cruz Tonight

Reported today that Ley and associates are ready to depart for Mexico City on a ration. They are guests expected to return home by Monday, with plans to leave late tonight. Administrative details and a harbor pilot are arranged for the journey tonight.

Vera Cruz Weied Sol Plos

Wireless From Coast to Coast

Wireless operators reported a new national wireless reach, claiming a historic overland message relay. The announcement notes improved range and reliability compared with prior cross country tests, highlighting governmental wireless station achievements and distant communications.

Concord Township Supervisors Confer With Penn Railroad Men

Concord Township supervisors Joseph McCray Elton Darrow and Tr. Pratik met with two Pennsylvan ia railroad officials at Kincaid and Kincald to discuss changes at a dangerous grade crossing between Lovells and Elgin. They considered a spring upgrade including overhead or underground crossings and noted routing adjustments to accommodate the Pennay cut off project.

City fire team dissolved after faulty mare returns

city commissioners Wednesday decided the fine mare purchased near Menlyitle must be returned to her former owner after balking on Tuesday. The horse would not work with the rest of Corrs's new fire team and driver Jao Chashan returned to Crawford Co. with the pair. Only $8 of the city's money remained unrecovered.

Corrs Menlyitle First Avenue Jao Chashan

Municipals Edge Westfield In Low-Scoring Battle

The Municipal Club defeated Westfield 18 to 16 in a tense night game. Local standout Mbountjot led the effort as the team fought a mood battle and claimed the win. Finny contributed despite limited meals.

Municipals Municipal Club Westfield Laat Westfield Woore Man Finny

Calumet operators refuse five settlement plans

A federal report states Calumet copper mine operators refused five proposed settlement terms from government officials. It notes miners and foreign workers faced military guards, widespread losses at the Calumet and Hecla property, and that few companies have acted on an agreed plan while Western Federation of Miners remains unrecognized. The document also mentions city commission meetings and potential police department reassignments.

Calumet Datted Frese Washligion B.C Lin Mus Hich Western Federation of Miners Supley Iainito White Calumet Anil Hecla Attila Atlkes New York Moray Stanford Hose Company Aulso Tha Commission Bern Cauidering & Nes Watt Tha New York State J. R. Millsmaure John A. Moffett Specie

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