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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1919
Page
1
The readable fragment notes a historical event involving Mopklus and Nowe in the Haimie region. Details are sparse but indicate a hind relation or obstruction affecting local activities. Further clarification from the original page is needed to confirm specifics.
Thousands lose wages as Corry City Electric Company repeatedly fails service. Citizens demand action while the City Commission and Board of Commerce debate franchise reform and remedies to force decent power supply.
Readable fragments describe Chicago Black residents calm after a confrontation with state troops. The report cites over six thousand on duty, total deaths around thirty, and many Black residents leaving the city for the South. Military patrols and clashes with troops are noted, with references to wounded and arrests.
A government note states a carload of foods and vegetables is exported westward. Local officials in the city announce the action this morning.
Franklin plant machinists walk out in the forenoon demanding a 19 cent per hour wage increase. They formed a picket at the Content Labor Council rooms in the Mitchell district as part of their action.
Sherman was beaten last evening 8 to 1 by Corry in a domestic contest. Nelly of Korky helped, Bouhpayn Crandall started, and Corry pitched well with ten strikeouts after early scoring.
A strict health order issued by State Commissioner Edward Martin limits attendance at funerals for deaths from measles and other illnesses. Only immediate relatives and parents may attend, services barred in churches or public buildings, with strict quarantine rules for affected homes.
The Board of Education met last night to report on a new law approved by Sproul and to outline the vaccination mandate for all school pupils. The meeting approved measures to regulate registration and oversight of vaccination in public schools and set a July deadline for compliance.
City officials report the new White motor fire truck is on its way after a factory slip caused a delivery delay. Mayor Alexander cited a later arrival as possible and the commission will discuss questions and payments at the next public meeting.
Villistas clash with Carranza loyalists as street battles disrupt city power plants. Mill workers fear extended outages as the Public Service Commission weighs options. Authorities report heavy casualties on Villa’s side and warn of possible further action.
A youth was detained in connection with the death of a girl named Mabel Iveris. The report notes a police investigation and the detention of a teenager as authorities pursue leads while withholding further details pending inquiry.
Social items note Mia Pam Ries entertained guests at a Wayne event in honor of Mrs Eleanor MOA with a reception and dinner. Virginia Waiggoner hosted a civic gathering on Weab Sil street with dance and music. Jonathan Logo No 84 T O O F held a meeting with third degree election and refreshments. The Macitty den enjoyed a chicken dinner at Alexander cottage King Lake with music. Weather forecast calls for showers this afternoon and Friday rain.
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