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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1916
Page
2
Fragmented text shows a chaotic election style item with mentions of local movie stars, top contenders, and voting details. Names and numbers appear, including top figures and candidate list, though OCR is garbled. The piece hints at a public vote tied to a theater venue and a tense race among several named individuals.
The Warren County sheriff, William G. Tate, 60s, fatally shot himself with a 44 caliber pistol after a morning disturbance at his home near the Mount Vernon border. He had served in the 16th regiment and is survived by his wife, three daughters, his mother in Kinzie, and other relatives. Tate had been a resident of Warren County for many years and was well known in local circles.
By United Press London reports discuss British aims to push Germans from natural defensive lines and assess potential consequences if German forces retreat. The article notes that yielding positions could reveal the full strength of German third line, including artillery losses and pivot positions, while observers weigh impacts on subsequent campaigns.
United Press reports six British trawlers were sunk on July 1 by German forces. The Admiralty confirmed the loss amid ongoing naval warfare, noting coordinated coastal actions and deployments in the Atlantic theater.
A United Press dispatch reports President Wilson resisting limits on the commission’s remit. He argues the United States must avoid meddling in Mexico’s internal affairs while ensuring the commission’s authority remains wide. Internal communications with Carranza hint at broader powers and closer alignment with Wilson’s views.
A blaze struck a building causing severe damage and partial destruction. An occupant reported losses estimated around 1500 dollars as flames consumed interior belongings while neighbors aided in the emergency response. The article notes repeated sickroom odors and surrounding activity as responders battled the fire.
A scrambled late July health bulletin notes a rise in plague cases with mentions of Health Department actions and affected areas. The fragmentary text references monitoring efforts and a potential cluster, with limited clear details on dates, places, or official responses.
Reports claim German submarines convoy the sister ship of Deutschland. The narrative mentions battles, patrols, and potential operations linked to the German fleet, with unidentified observers noting tension at sea and possible convoy movements near a critical transit.
Publicity Committee of the Corry Board of Commerce and Industry urges readers to practice a daily smile. Tomorrow is Sunday and the note invites the reader to greet everyone with the “Corry smile” and to preserve the square as the first page in a forthcoming lessons volume.
French and British forces push west with heavy combat noted at front amid tensions along Mon tin and Fleniry sectors. German air activity and Allied operational tempo described as high. casualties and strategic aims remain unsettled as observers await decisive moves.
The Hew Publicity Committee of the Hoard of Commerce held its first meeting with President Clough presiding. Rev. Sr Shock was chosen secretary, and the committee plans to secure funding for newspaper publicity and develop a broad program to boost the city and its improvements under the caption Know York Hotel. The group will study other publicity avenues and aim to advance the city’s image and related projects.
A man known as Spannaly, accused of murdering his wife, was moved by car to a location about thirty miles north to avoid mob violence. Eyewitnesses recount his wife pleading with him not to shoot. Spannaly offered no details about the killings before being transported. Weather noted as generally fair with no temperature change.
The article notes trout awards will be decided soon at the New York event. It mentions prize categories for trout weighed by the mother of Ferny Guido and others, with several named participants and organizations involved, including Corrs Camp and Byartunion, and a planned prize pool of about six dollars. Distribution hinges on the hunting week results and final tally.
Miss Mildred Monroe celebrated her fifth birthday Friday afternoon at her parents home. About twelve friends attended the party with games and amusements, followed by refreshments and a colorful birthday cake.
GN Roberts caught a natural brook trout this morning in Hore Creek. The 16 inch fish weighed 1 pound 5 ounces, the largest brook trout recorded locally, as noted during the Corry Camp event with United Sportsmenries observers.
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