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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1914
Page
1
Dispatches describe Servian forces repulsing Austrian advances with severe casualties. Reports from Belgrade and Vienna indicate German and Austrian troops facing stiffer resistance as fronts stabilize. Observers note significant naval and rail disruptions across Europe and rising tensions in the Balkans.
Mesxre Smith and Durkin two visiting gentlemen arrived Wednesday and met with local men to form a trust company. A morning meeting with interested parties followed but the plan failed as the local promoters did not favor proceeding and the visitors abandoned the project.
United Press report details global war activity with new mobilizations and supply movements. From Hondon to Berlin and London, nations announce troop and naval actions, bank moves, and diplomatic fragility as the war intensifies.
Water and Gas Co and Carry Water Supply workers Lowering lines on Center Street to allow paving. Concrete curb and foundation for West Pleasant Street paving to be finished soon. Bricking on Pleasant Street to start next week as City Engineer and agents set orders. Center Street work to proceed rapidly under Contractor Boyo.
Two strangers attempted to enter several homes in the Third Ward last evening around 1 am. They were observed by residents and chased off by police after trying to force a rear window at M. J. McCarthy residence, then attempted other nearby homes.
The Corry track saw a record crowd and warm weather as horses and drivers delivered fast times. Favorites won most races including the 2:24 trot 2:20 pace and grand free for all, with Getaway Day drawing extra spectators despite morning threats.
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