30 Jan 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1917
Page
1
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Police seek Brown a lower employee at Love Manufacturing Luton Ne Gedter Street on charges of stealing moulders tools from the foundry. He reportedly left the shop with money and returned later to take a kit valued at about thirty dollars before fleeing town. Authorities in surrounding towns alerted as searches continue.
Meadville Pennsylvania reports a woman died at 4 27 pm Monday from effects of swallowing carbolic acid in the home. Husband Mason and wife Musot worked at Trinklett bath parlors in Crawford County. Mason left home for work, returned to find the scene, but details about intent remain uncertain.
Incomplete text notes plans for a Municipal Club affair at the library tomorrow evening. Organizers solicit attendance and mention preparations and contributions, with efforts described to ensure a pleasant event.
A terse dispatch from United Pron Chiwuuna dated January reports that the German submarine U-27 was sunk off Hammer by a vessel commanded by Captain Bender. The crew perished with the ship, and details remain sparse as observers await official confirmation.
Survivors from the Yarrowdale arriving in Copenhagen report neutrals held by Germany as war prisoners after merchant ships were destroyed by the commerce raider Moewe. Twenty six crew members including Americans, Norwegians, and Swedes identified the raider as the Moens cruiser. They also described the destruction of the Cambrian Range by the Moewe on December 26.
The hearing in the Charles Woodworth murder case will be held tomorrow with Dr H Lee Lewis arraigned on the charge. Nineteen subpoenas have been issued including Mrs Heasle Potter Woodworth and John F Fogarty. Attorneys expect to clear him at the hearing.
A lively Rex Theatre musical revue drew a tall crowd this week, offering light comedy and balanced chorus. The program changes nightly amid popular tunes, with bold dancing and strong performances. The show promises ongoing appeal as audiences fill the theatre to capacity.
United Press reports the British navy’s North Atlantic squadron has moved into waters near New York as tensions rise. Captains of British merchant ships relay word of increased British naval presence and German commerce raider activity believed to be in nearby waters.
J J Desmond recently returned from Washington where he attended the Congress of Constructive Patriotism. The movement, backed by the National Security League, seeks new citizen training camps like Platteburgh and Cory. In the coming months locals expect to enlist 25 to 30 young men for a thirty day training period at a government camp near Buffalo. About a dozen youths have already signed to spend a month in military training locally.
United Press reports Crawford chief scout of the United States Army is near death at his home in Queenboro after a long illness. The 70 year old veteran, once associated with Buffalo Bill Cody, was ill with the grippe. Also noted are brief local missives about visitors and residents in Warren and Ganipsy New York areas.
The Corry concern showcases Korry-Krome leather goods at the Lyons European exposition, with W M Slattery leading the Boston office team. The event, running March 1 to 15, gathers world producers and teachers, featuring the Corry exhibit among about two thousand products. The firm anticipates demand in France, Russia, Norway, and Sweden, and has secured passports for representation through the US Chamber of Commerce effort.
United Press reports a family tragedy as Mrs G O Minis killed four relatives by mistaking arsenic for pancake mix at breakfast. Theodor, Erwin, Pred Mints, and Sebo Mints's son succumbed in the home. Authorities investigate the case. no full details or relief figures available yet.
Ambanaior Tetcher will depart for Mexico City from Washington to pursue shares amidst the Carranam regime as the second stop in the President's southern policy. The first week of the new administration introduces a major shift in diplomacy and regional focus.
London reports a third great conference held today to discuss war plans with Petrograd. Military experts note strengthened Russian and Romanian fronts, suggesting a major forthcoming operation. British and French military officials, including General Castelnau, participate with allied representatives in Petrograd discussions.
New York reports describe a widening leak trail as Berlin and London sources dispute who knew of a proposed peace note. White, Baruch, and Laurier figures face questioning over potential advance information and financial gains from the rumor mill. German naval news cites the destroyer Argo and wartime casualty notes.
A Kittanning man faces a personal crisis following a shooting incident. Officials report the event occurred in the town, with authorities investigating the motive and outcome. The article notes medical treatment and ongoing inquiries as details remain unclear.
About a dozen stockholders gathered at the office of secretary W. Mongridge for the annual fair meeting. A decision to postpone the meeting for one week was approved due to needed stockholder action. The directors met for a short session and planned to hold the Corry Fair the week of September 10 following the Erie Exposition. Further officer elections will await the postponed gathering.
Washington January 10 Senator Lewis introduced a Genathan resolution claiming the President’s recent policy does not propose the demolition of the Monroe patrimony. The item reflects awaited press wording and ongoing congressional maneuvering in D C.
Mint Rowe Mighnels of New York City formerly Corry was briefly visiting in town en route to Oil City to stay a month with her doctor, Mw. Arthur Lavinateltt of the city. Washington, June 20 actig of a mie Trak dgmeh loft today on nértolly gmrty Duala the Saale Nuyalumin 400 for Plitabiinih wher she Committee today recommended. She was accompanied by her sister advunced on a hundred stornty fests, A. W Morrieon who will mand rear admirsl. The recommendation a week ovith triend. In that city the pomgitten is expected to came on 2 Hen east floor of the : the appointment 40 Mrs Gerry Kincaid s entertaining the Ave Club this afternoon at bar nhome on West Hradeyiol street.
A severe earthquake was recorded on instruments near Megaland OD by observers including Heather Udenbaioh at St. Tynadfons College. The event occurred about 27 minutes after a related seismic reading, with Chin Aiuuki reported as promptly reacting to the disturbance.
J. Walter Clough attends a Washington gathering for the World War effort. Delegates from the United States gather to discuss government actions and policy. A detailed formal statement will be released later by his office amid ongoing national discussions.
Evening night school begins under the auspices of the Board of Education. Sixteen students are enrolled and the term will run for roughly two months. The program focuses on foreign-born residents and other interested local youths in a supervised after-school setting.
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