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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1919
Page
1
City faces rising tensions as fire department resignations and staffing gaps threaten operations. Officials report critical shortages at pumping stations while asking for immediate citizen support and urgent deployment steps.
A chaotic, OCR polluted report describes a massive London victory celebration with crowds and banners. It mentions Allied troops and a parade under General Pershing, highlighting American forces and multiple nations commemorating the Allied victory.
Injuries reported after a collision near the Third Avenue elevated station. Firemen responded and a uniformed officer secured the scene as paramedics tended the injured commuters.
Objections from several quarters block the recommendation for Droodidont Wilson’s promotion to General. The issue drew Democratic opposition as the matter heads to review by the Army and Senate military affairs committees for final word.
President Wilson signed the Sunday civil appropriations bill. The measure provides 8 million for wounded service men and 14 million in total for vocational work. In Hotton, the Alot car accident tally began on the third day with no settlement yet planned.
The Pacific Fleet departs Newport News after completing a weeks long voyage with twenty five destroyers and battleships under Admiral Rodman. The force will return to home waters to resume duties guarding sea lanes and projecting U S power in the Pacific.
In Haymnette July 19, twenty three of twenty eight men charged with the murder of Frank Fowl in the toll prison on Sunday admitted guilt. They received fines from 1000 to 900, with three remaining deny guilt as the case proceeds on first and second degree murder charges.
The steamer Gayeerior Cobb ran aground near Yarmouth but was refloated today with no serious damage reported. She proceeded on her voyage this afternoon toward Rowton.
Adjutant Smith refined from the Rallyeade Army Training in New York where a group of officers prepared to begin their duties. Named are three who received appointments and several others listed. They travel to Corry for Adjutant Smith to lead a joint work with a meeting planned tonight and at each service on Sunday.
The column notes lively summer events at the city park with large attendance and various social gatherings. Highlights include Mrs Bangorth hosting a house party at 62 East Wayne Street and Mra Charlee Springstead and Miss Springstead entertaining next Tuesday evening, while Mr and Mrs Siggins plan a wedding in Oroville with friends from Mendocino and Seattle attending.
County officials report delays and detours as contractors in Warren County proceed with road improvements. Commissioner Sadler and Lewin A. Madlier urge faster progress on multiple routes, including Watton, Market Street to Warren, and routes to Hotville, Colume Dus, and Hottaville.
A late ruling by the department of justice allows sale of beer with alcohol content under one and a half percent. Judge Crawford and others reported that permits to sell near beer may be issued, reflecting adjustments to the November 21 decision on intoxicating beverages. Local officials anticipate prices and compliance steps as stores prepare to resume selling low alcohol beer.
EMG July 19. All licenses of the William Dewscrip company of Erie to engage in business were revoked by Sky United States grain corporation. The company must wind up affairs and cannot operate another business until the grain corporation dissolves, likely next year. No reason given for revocation. Conrad Klein federal food administrator for Erie County served papers. Weather shows partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with showers.
United Press dispatch notes Labor Department announcing a nationwide wave of strikes. Workers demand higher pay shorter hours and the right to organize across industries including metalwork textile and rail related sectors in multiple states.
Reported disruption shows about 500 ships blocked at New York as authorities plan measures. Officials anticipate further actions by rail and steamship operators to curb the crisis and ease port congestion.
A United Press dispatch reports Prohibition legislation gaining floor action in the House. The measure aims to provide means to enforce constitutional prohibitions once enacted, with debate and amendments under consideration as steps to effect the amendment’s enforcement.
Uniontown Pa May 19 Readied for a double bill of auto racing with the big event attracting fans after a 112 mile motorcycle race and a feature car showdown. Prices for clothing expected to rise while local forecasts warn of higher costs ahead.
Wanlington July 19 advocates celebrate after a vote repealing a daylight saving law. The measure passed by 208 to 17, striking the law from the books and ending the state’s daylight saving practice.
Confused dispatches describe pests causing damage on a Route No 6 farm and travellers from Tiguis Chaves planning to reach the Pacific coast by mid August. Amid war era notes Secretary Davis plans a August 1 trip. injuries include a fall at a farm and a hospital treatment in Corry.
A garbled report shows police with little work as authorities face a complex case burden. Mentions include law enforcement efficiency, municipal affairs, and procedural burdens amid unclear local conditions.
Two Corry service members arrive home today after completing duties. The crowd gathers at Camp Dex to welcome the returning soldiers with honors and thanks from the community and local officials.
The team travels to Irvine for a decisive rubber match following two earlier games against Princeton. The hype builds as fans anticipate a strong performance to cap a tied series.
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