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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1920
Page
1
Fragmentary notes describe fatalities linked to stoves without chimneys. The text mentions warnings, admission of danger, and a possible investigation into the deaths. Key names and places are unreadable in the damaged OCR.
The Corry Five organization announces its formation led by Corey Mewin with members Brady Shoo Wellman Hail Fivenel Murch Crandall Linsidell Ikon Haina. The first practice is scheduled for next Monday evening at 780 Stuty Armisy with all members required to attend. Future plans include travel to Sheffield OH City Dihisvilla Warren and Belo with events anticipated through March.
Reported details from United Proeay MEMO CUDY indicate authorities have captured William Jenkins in Furia and expect a reinvigorated case against him. Paola officials say the arrest supports key charges, while local conditions forecast cloudy weather with possible snow.
Two American Marines were wounded and one seriously when a force of Haitians attacked Port au Prince. Captain Mus in charge reported heavy opposition from bandits and a counterattack by Marines. At least fifty others were killed wounded or captured in the clash. Private Ge Coombs was briefly wounded and Private B. Mebaugh Hin was only slightly hurt.
A massacre in Amory at Shiny Inn ends with several dead including a woman and a man. authorities describe a violent assault during the night while victims were at home. Investigators name a missing suspect and say the investigation is ongoing with leads pursued by local law enforcement.
United Press report from New York describes a sinking barge on the North River carrying Green River whiskey. The voyage encountered rough weather and a near-collision with a lighter, with limited details on casualties or responders.
A garbled report discusses a Philadelphia convention of a Pennsylvania education association. It cites Supt Naegle, concerns about school structure, teacher qualifications, and funding, and mentions Governor Sproul addressing the convention and urging support for public schools.
At a packed session Secretary Law announced the creation of a gas conservation committee to study the rapid decline in natural gas supply. Leading figures from the federal trade commission and state public service commissions discussed cooperation with industry to curb waste and promote conservation measures while highlighting the need for controlled development of gas resources to protect public interest.
Premier Raymond Poincaré announced that the French cabinet will resign after the Sunday meeting. The move follows pressing political pressure and signals a full cabinet turnover in Paris, with contingencies for continued governance during the transition.
Referee G Scott Smith awards the largest ever made in Maken county under the act to Mary Slotta of Dogolin Pa. The amount 960170 for the death of her husband, killed October 6 1949, while employed at the Custer City Chumtea plant at Custer City Pa.
The next Community Sing at the Rex theatre Sunday evening includes a Pilgrims Landing observation and a solo by Mrs Wright. Margaret Matte, Robert Ball, and Tutt Barnes join in vocal numbers with readings by Mrs Frett Smith. program starts at 8 30 p m and invites public participation.
A largely attended Elks meeting was held last evening with discussion of a membership drive yielding 25 promising applications. A grand ceremonial event is planned for March with elaborate rites. The lower floor has been redecorated and refurnishing planned to make the club room one of the most complete in the area. Miss Joe St. Clwiy visited Mrs. Glen Douwhddon at Spring Creek and found her condition improved.
A clipped article describes a daylight saving plan gaining traction in major cities. It notes proposed adoption through municipal or state measures in New York New Jersey Pennsylvania and nearby regions with discussion of legislature movements and chamber of commerce backing. The piece mentions March to November timing and aims to spread nationwide as cities explore saving time.
Harrisburg officials must file quarterly reports of officers and penalties for law violations, with first reports due January 10, April 10, July 10, and October 10. Fines range from 10 to 1000 and imprisonment up to 60 days, penalties payable to local treasuries and state units.
Paris January 16 The United may draft a letter to demand extradition of the ex Kaiser. A formal note wa drafted outlining the request amid ongoing diplomatic exchanges. The proceedings and timing remain unsettled as the matter moves through channels.
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