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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1917
Page
1
The State Department backs a hard line for merchant ships asserting immediate engagement with enemy submarines. Berlin’s denial of a visit and search assurance prompts the policy shift, with light armed merchant craft authorized to act under the new mandate.
MMA directors of the Corry Hospital assembly held a meeting at Abu Tawpital to discuss welfare and finances. The board approved quarterly items, reported satisfying conditions, and authorized Mina Tele Lambing to provide lectures and lexicons soon. Support noted for hospital appropriations and future attention to Corry Institution.
The Warren encampment of Odd Fellows will host initiatory ceremonies this evening with entertainment planned for guests. Several local members including Lowth Aver, Janes MaBride, A Willams, and Elmor Bush are listed among attendees while candidates will receive the work and three degrees will be exemplified.
French forces report gains on the western front with the capture of additional positions and consolidation of new ground. The war office notes French advances north of the Caumur Woods and near Solssons, with prisoners taken and lines holding along the Champegne sector.
A newly purchased Auburn car driven by Binoy Kincaid skidded on Center Street and slid onto a snow bank near the Davin residence. The trolley car avoided a collision with minor impact on a telephone pole and a nearby Bentley car. No injuries or damage beyond the pole and the bank were reported, but the near accident caused excitement among onlookers.
In Cleveland on March 1 a mother reports a discovery in a bathroom of a statement about a plot to blot the nation. Author Tiley claims involvement in an offensive invention and ongoing operation.
A Savage Arms plant suffered damage from a fire early today, believed caused by an incendiary device. The blaze started near a loading area and extended to adjacent machinery, threatening operations but leaving employees largely unharmed. Local investigators are reviewing the incident and its impact on ongoing production.
J W Holmes aged about 19 died while driving near the Vernoney of Grange Mall of Concord. He collapsed at the side of the highway while shopping with his wife and four neighbors. A passerby notified the authorities and Holmes was pronounced dead, likely from heart trouble. He is survived by a wife and one daughter.
Corry defeated Union City 7 0 and 108 to secure the girls game victory at Presbyterian gym. Miss Nash Davidson led with scoring contributions while Anna Pope and Katherine Reed supplied pivotal plays in a tense finish marked by strong defense and late baskets.
In March 10 events Meuhke Smith, following his wife's death, was detained. A physician autopsy confirmed kidney trouble as the cause. Smith remained in custody as investigators reported the body was transported from the scene.
Announcement confirms Raymond Company will erect a substantial expansion at its Riverside facility near Center Street. The project will convert a former site into a new storage and manufacturing complex, with a flood of construction activity planned this spring and summer. Local officials anticipate economic impact and discuss nearby utility and traffic implications.
The Presbyterian Ladies met at Mrs Woorgi Inna Lim for their annual gathering. Officers were elected with C Hannes as president and Mrs Chbtge Knowlton reappointed as secretary after years of service. Joan Melnnes and Mea Nevin were named first and second vice presidents, with Sumner Peniley elected treasurer in place of Alex Mulnes who could not attend. The flower committee was led by Mr Kineatd and Mrs A J Col Windne, and refreshments were served by Adilio Whgoner, Mrs FS Austin, and Mora K. The group urged all church members to attend and promised a fruitful season.
United Press reports that the Comptroller of the Currency has issued a call for a report from all national banks on their condition as of March 5th.
Ambitious party figures are described as selecting a GOP successor to Guthrie in a Washington dominated political scene. The text references the upcoming decision and internal discussions shaping the appointment, with emphasis on leadership and continuity within the Republican ranks.
The American Brakenhoe and Hounby Company will operate in Corry, with Mr. M. Thompson appointed to lead, and plans to hire about 150 workers to start extensive production of brake shoes. The move, aided by local officials, aims to expand capacity and attract further investment in a site amid strong rail and shipping access.
Local authorities vow to prosecute a peddler accused of selling goods in the city. Chief Dayi and Mayor Paltopson pledge action, with bonds and fines mentioned as possible penalties for the offense and the offender’s behavior described as deceitful.
The Advisory Board of the Board Of Commerce plans a new issue of the Open Forum monthly bulletin. The publication invites member suggestions to shape the forum’s content on matters under consideration by the Board. Members praise the initiative and indicate interest in using the publication to voice opinions on appropriate actions. The second issue is expected to be released in the near future.
United Press reports confirmation by the State Department that the Yarrowdale men released by Germany are en route to Switzerland. The American legation at The Hague wired that funds are sufficient for passage via the American embassy in Berne. D Warren DeRosay returned from a trip to New York and Philadelphia and visited his son Tidesley, a student at the University of Pennsylvania.
A Marine detachment has occupied San Luis, about thirty miles from Santiago, and will stay until Cuban troops arrive to take over in advance of withdrawal to Santiago. Cuban rebels claim the revolt was hastened by government advance knowledge of plans, with several followers jailed that night. General Games and other leaders were captured as the government forces closed in.
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