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A damaged OCR fragment reports unclear names and places with scattered phrases about approvals and authorities. Readable bits hint at a restricted notice or official action but key details are missing.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1919
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment reports unclear names and places with scattered phrases about approvals and authorities. Readable bits hint at a restricted notice or official action but key details are missing.
Wireless dispatches say the British airship T the largest craft in the world is crossing the Atlantic toward America. A mid voyage update notes a strong tailwind and speed around forty five knots. The crew includes US Navy officers on board for the historic crossing.
General Pershing explains American war aims and the role of U S troops now in Europe. The article notes divisions being reorganized and the presence of American forces under Gen Liggett and others as part of the occupying army.
A neighborhood lawn fete titled Welcome Home attracted a large crowd. Event featured electric lights, lanterns, decorated stalls with cake coffee and sandwiches, candy making, drinks, and a musical program. Attendees arrived early and stayed late for the civic celebration at the Bainbridge Inn of Blinborhs.
The article reports distributors asserting local beer contains less than one percent alcohol while wartime prohibition status remains unsettled. Vendors at downtown bars faced mixed reception as patrons criticized quality and questioned legality under current rules.
The report describes a London to New York air route incident near Greenwich time, noting a helicopter or aircraft speed change and a brief diversion. Names such as Mina Torok Wilson and Mt. Wilson appear, with mentions of City Manhattan and boxworthy jargon, amid a disrupted afternoon timeline.
Five Corry boys return home this morning after serving in World War I. The group includes Walter Reed Omar Mhow and Spencer of the ADGH Feld Signmt, with others arriving at Camp Dix and joining family members at the depot.
Emergency wire bulletins report President Ionens camp declaring striking Western Union telegraph workers will resume work in the afternoon. Roosevelt and a Republican congressman announce support for Reed nomination. Nassau county line noted. San Francisco reports four day demo planning by a firm in Washington Square.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss mail delivery rules and postage details. It mentions cent stamps, delivery service, and the requirement to carry a stamp for cash on delivery in a past postal context.
Corry Grange will hold its regular meeting at Mt Maccabee Hall Saturday afternoon. The program includes a Victory Day pageant with songs recitations and tableaux by local children and notes on Old Home Week. The Elks plan a regular meeting tomorrow evening.
At a special meeting the City Commission awarded contracts to Frank Walker Company of Chicago for two new buildings. The bid totals were about 103470.00 for one project and 141,007.40 for another with early work planned and the fire department HQ to be completed first. The commission praised Walker’s bids and anticipated awarding the rest of the plan soon.
A Pittburgh blaze at the Penn Paper Stock Company warehouse on Libery Ave injured twenty five firefighters. Chief Kelly reported the warehouse fire caused extensive damage with losses over two hundred thousand dollars and several firemen were rushed to West Penn Hospital for treatment.
Reports say Berlin faces civil unrest with troops deployed and factories closed after disorder. Officials warn of rising danger as authorities attempt to restore order amid sporadic disturbances and martial law concerns.
The Maptiat Susidayschool hosts the annual picnic on July 4 at Keppel Grove. Friends and congregation members are invited to enjoy the day with games, races, a dinner at 1 PM, and a full afternoon program of athletic contests and activities.
Readable portions forecast a warm spell for the night and Thursday. Details remain sparse in the fragment but imply continued mild to warm temperatures with light winds and possible evening variations.
Prewar Pennsy service will return Sunday with two mainline trains in operation. Through express from Philadelphia will reach here shortly after 4 AM and depart at 12 20 PM, giving local business men an extra hour. An accommodation train will arrive after 9 AM and depart around 4 PM, stopping only at limited stations between Kini and Bele. Residents of Kult Warren Erla Wis aity approve after months of railway debate.
A Western express collision near Dunkirk caused multiple deaths and injuries when brakes failed as the leading coach of No. 41 sped at high speed. Engineer Clifford perished at his post. witnesses recalled the brakes would not hold. Mrs Emma Smutz arrived from Newark to visit Mrs A T Colegrayo en route to Tidbits.
Walter Shuss died suddenly during the night. The man, aged 52, was found in his home by Mrs. Slane. Burial plans and services are private. survivors include a wife, Miva Shuss, and several relatives.
Community gatherings at Kyat Dorngross Street and South Cimber Street are announced with dates for meetings, poems, and prayers. Readers invited to Willow church event and evening gatherings at the homes of local residents. multiple names and venues appear for club and society activities.
Morrisburg July papers report a petition seeking the extradition of Harey Shaw from Pennsylvania to New York on an alleged assault case involving a Rapams youth. District Attorney Swan in New York and Governor Smith were cited, with no immediate action expected this week.
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