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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1916
Page
1
The commission re elected Chief A. Davis and appointed officers for the coming year. Applicants for vacancies were considered from present and former staff. Financial reports showed total expenditures for the year around 51,747.91 with major city services and fire department needs reviewed.
Stockholders meeting to be held on the evening of January 10 at the Corry Fair and Driving Pine Association. Officers and directors will be elected for the past year with reports to be presented. Some terms expire and others may run again as the new board is chosen during the annual meeting.
Ludington June 14 ferry Para Marquette which plies between Ludington and Milwaukee broke up in a gale. Attempts to rescue a twenty man crew failed as the stranded craft drifted in the heavy seas near the port. The incident follows earlier reports from Buffalo noting a monetary loss tied to the case.
Industrial Relations Commission report details brutal working conditions in East Youngstown during the Ohio strike. It cites high hours low wages and employer opposition as key factors, noting widespread hardship across the steel industry and concerns of associated interests.
A railroad conductor was seriously hurt today near the tracks after slipping and falling. He was taken to Bowton Hospital on First Avenue where Dr. Hapniott found leg and knee injuries likely to keep him out of work for several weeks.
A heavily damaged steamship of 101 tons named Keplor was abandoned in Aliiking (Aliingin) conditions. Two men survived the voyage though the details are unclear. The vessel drifted near the North Bon area as rescuers search for additional crew.
Three persons are reported dead in Los Angeles as torrential rains flood parts of the city. Property damage nears a million dollars as communication links fail and rivers threaten major areas, with many homes submerged and portions of the city cut off from outside contact.
City commission holds session with superintendent to discuss remodeling the lower door of the city building. Two methods considered to remove the center street stair and keep the main subway access, plus a new modern facade for the lower entrance and storeroom improvements. Work orders open first Monday in February.
A January 18 dispatch from Berlin reports British accusations that Captain von Hapern of the German embassy in Washington funded individuals plotting to destroy munitions. Berlin denies von Popon paid conspirators and asserts the attache did not fund Werner Horn, accused of attempting to blow the international bridge at Vincennes, Missouri.
Word from the city says several prominent figures from the United Sportsmen organization will visit this evening. Notables include McCue Carnahan and others connected with the Corry Camp, who plan to discuss the group’s work and a petition for its establishment. The gathering aims to boost the organization’s standing and activity.
United Press reports two additional American deaths in Mexican territory near Torreon. Albert Birmone of Los Angeles and Viola V. Huantton of Chicago are said killed by Villista raiders about 100 miles west of Torreon. The State Department seeks confirmation and duties to safeguard consular witnesses. Senate Foreign Relations panel to discuss nominating Protchen as ambassador to Mexico City.
Trapped by flames in a Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania home early today two residents Mabel Worden and Myron Worden died. Firefighters faced intense heat as neighbors and a dog survived, with one person attempting to reach the flames before succumbing to the blaze.
Chief of Police Harry Davis reports a suspicious man posing as a typewriter repair agent may be linked to recent thefts. A local business owner bought an Underwood machine from an agent who inspected and serviced it at the office, then left with the machine and payment.
A severe fire in Mercer Pennsylvania today leveled the historic old Mames Hotel and six adjoining structures. Fire crews from nearby Greensville aided due to bitter cold. total loss estimated at around 90 000 dollars. The blaze forced guests to flee as flames consumed the Hert of Mercer.
Bergen Norway reports updated damage from a major fire that has burned for days. Officials toured burned districts and now estimate losses of at least thirty million dollars with over four hundred buildings destroyed and thousands left homeless. Telecommunication and other services remain disrupted.
London reports large Anglo French troops landing along the Grav coast to bolster General Surrall’s defense against a German Austro Bulgarian offensive. Veterans from Gallipoli join new detachments as Ortan lies fifty miles northeast of Salonika. A railroad bridge north of Orhal is ordered destroyed to delay the enemy.
A weather note reports partly cloudy skies tonight and armor Thursday with snow near Lake Drie.
A planned uprising against President Braehoa was thwarted as nearly a hundred petty officers and soldiers were arrested in Rio de Janeiro. Authorities say the plot, tied to discontent over pay and the broader national protest movement, involved both officers and privates and the participants are now imprisoned.
Dispatches describe a public execution in Juarez involving General Manuel Vaton and Villa supporters. Carrranza forces, led by an officer, executed Vaton with a pistol shot near a Pollan basin where American women slept. The chaotic advance follows orders to wipe out bandits while searches continue for rebels.
The Corry Brick and Tile Company plans a major expansion at Warren with a new kiln, a tow track steam drive, and investment exceeding twenty five thousand dollars. Directors J L Stone G H Tintsm A J Mirettine and D W Tetons were elected. Ongoing orders require increased capacity as Atlantic Rexing Company prepares purchase of 750,000 brick for a new power house.
Providence dispatch reports Elisaeth Mohr showing strain during testimony in the murder case of her physicist husband. Constable Janos Willan testified Mohr spoke of the crimes and a possible motive as the trial proceeded.
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