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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1919
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment mentions dates and figures tied to 1921 and an apparent notice. The readable bits reference Beach Waiau, April 1, 1921, and price or rate figures, but the text is garbled and lacks coherent events or actions. The item appears to be a public or commercial notice with unclear subject.
City considers bidding on two new municipal buildings including a two story headquarters with offices for city officials and police facilities. The project features a large council chamber, shops, a basement police area, a separate heating plant, and extensive public works spaces with modern amenities and room for about 800 personnel.
Disorder in the House and heated debate marked the Senate vote on the Ramsey bill. The measure, backed by Governor Sproul, cleared the Senate 27 to 19, permitting beer and light wines with not over 2 percent alcohol to be manufactured and sold.
Versailles reports Herman Mueller is named head of German peace delegation to negotiate a peace treaty. He will be accompanied by a twenty member delegation as the probable signer for Germany.
Forgas Palls June 24 United Press reports 44 bodies recovered after Saturday night tornado in Any completed clearing away doors. Fifteen missing. Three hospitals count 167 seriously injured. State guardsmen replace volunteers and are ordered to shoot looters. Most damage in wealthy district with many summer homes destroyed. Mary Cook among those homeless, four Wook and buildings damaged. visitors barred from town. power and water limited.
Report describes a demonstration of new smoke masks showing successful performance in field testing. Observers note improved seal and comfort. military officials anticipate wider production for public safety gear and hospital use.
Citizens across the vicinity are urged to join Friday afternoon parade and related events in uniform. Mayor Kilts and local officials outline town proceedings with a noon close of shops, assembly in City Park, luncheon at State Armory, and a festive reception with dignitaries and volunteers from multiple towns and organizations.
Tomorrow evening the city hosts three fast teams with games at the local arena. Jamestown and Jambermill Paper Company are on the slate as opponents, with Kennedy and Downey to toe the mound for local clubs in a busy weekend of action.
Troop report notes Bunnel arriving in New York from abroad after service with Company A of the 163d, Casual Company, and heading to Camp Merritt. He had served a year and was formerly a leader in local units.
Five robbers entered Rouge State Bank at noon in Detroit and escaped with five thousand dollars after gagging a guard. The incident is reported by United Press from Detroit. In other news, Pennsylvania Legislature passes a reform measure by a wide vote, amid debates over women’s suffrage and the vote on a social issue.
Through local Board of Commerce arrangements a new plan allows Helotrike No 7 to stop at Bear Lake to serve residents who wish to shop in Corry. The Division superintendent H Buliman was informed of the plan and residents of Bear Lake supported the change.
Senator McCumber warns the nation faces staggering expenses from a prolonged global conflict. He cites multi trillion dollar estimates, calling for wartime budgeting and restraint while Congress weighs foreign policy and defense options.
An automobile drove into a section of the Erie tube project near Moorhead Street, injuring no one but delaying work. Officials report the initial impact shifted machinery and halted progress while crews assessed structural damage and safety.
Legit men who desire service on the Mexican border are urged to apply now at the Army recruiting station. Special enlistments are offered in infantry, cavalry, artillery, engineers, quartermaster corps, air service, and more for duty on the border. Men accepted will be sent to Fort Sloa ne.
The FCC chairman urged Congress to pass the Kenyon bill for government regulation of the packing industry. He said the measure offers an ante and reasonable remedy for a major national problem and should be enacted immediately.
The Hine area hosts a busy social calendar with gatherings at Presbyterian and Emmanuel churches, a large Ladies group event, and plans for Sunday Soliant and a Baptist Bible School annual picture. Local families, including Mrs Suo Yun Wort and others, attend community programs and expect an enjoyable turnout.
The service at We Alliance Thur Angta this evening at 45 past will be the final in the series led by Dr Zimmerman. Everyone is invited to hear him on the theme Lin Great Sacrifice. Dr Ammerman departs tomorrow for Sharon to begin a series of similar meetings at the Sharon Mission.
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