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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1916

Page

1

No News From United States Expedition in Hills of Chihuahua

United Prows reports from March 17 that U S troops march into the hills of Chihuahua to block Villa’s movements toward Caney Grandes. No word on pursuals or outcomes as authorities reduce communications.

United States Chihuahua United Prows Piso Chihuwnin United State Troop Alurra Madres 10Th Cavalry Dodi Caney Grandes Villa Murthie Ivan Varranan ChiMwallah Rivats of Theur Carridon

Fifteen Today Are Missing Report From London Page

A London report claims a small boat from the Titanic era has disappeared during a voyage in rough seas. The number missing is uncertain, with confusion in the account and several claimed sightings and leads.

Local notices and entertainment updates from The Journal

Relatives in the city have been apprised of the arrival of a fine baby boy at the home of Mr and Mrs John Sheley Jr in Daytona Florida. Entertainment report notes a magic troupe performance by LeRoy Talinn and Bosco and a large house turnout. Professor Campbell of Warren chosen to visit twenty music schools this summer for a five day lecture tour on piano relaxation with weight.

Lindsay Aumee Valie Walker Killer Knowitons Kanwl Tomar Marchal & Fine Baby Boy John Sheley, Jr Daytona Fiorda Louis Ha LeRoy B. Campbell Warren Chautauqua Mualo Plano Waching Profensor Campbell Burtalo Campbell Buttato Boma Minnegote Tadfoun Troy Philadelphia Henton Hartford Conn Concord N. A Addi, —Jarion Town Pont

Alexander A Candidate for Assembly Rally Report

Alexander announces candidacy for assembly in district with supporters backing him. Other names like Brom and Walker are mentioned as potential rivals or allies in a contested race. The report notes fundraising and committee activity as candidates prepare for primary and general elections.

Local Freight Congestion Cleared After Snow Storm

Freight congestion at the Pennsy and Erie freight offices in the city cleared after heavy snow. Incoming and outgoing traffic resumed Wednesday, with derailments blocking lines and cars heavily snowbound. Supervisors and crews, including workers from Warren, cleared tracks and restored service as of today. Weather partly sunny tonight with Saturday warmer and local snows.

Peynsy Erle Treight Peumay Modi R. R Fairbanks

Scouts Move Ahead of Expedition in Mixed Signals

Fragmented wires describe scouts advancing toward an expedition with conflicting reports of Mexican forces and American plans. The Antone Journal hints at Polomia and HoraeAG influence, while officials in San Antonio and nearby ports monitor possible diversions as rumors surface.

United Prows San Antonio Horaeag Bertannl Uilyanoet Tie Polomia Aera Amexteag Hormoni Villaoal & Doxen Carrara

St Patrick's social events planned across city

Social affairs for St Patrick's Day expand beyond usual. Dozens of gatherings scheduled this evening with clubs hosting at members homes and churches holding special services. Public events include three large evening parties by the Bike club, the Ladies Auxiliary, and the Knights of Pythias, each featuring St Patrick's Day arrangements and entertainment.

Knights of Pyine Nclude

Penn Oils Reach $2.60 Mark Today

Oil price reports from the Seep agency indicate Pennsylvania oil producers hit $2.60 a barrel, a new high in recent years. Some fluctuations are noted with mentions of nearby prices at $2.80 and brief adjustments as market activity continued.

PENN United Presa Oh Gunita Adit Ln Rugland Mercer Ponnaglvania

Army Bi Planes Today in Service Says Funston

Army aviation moves forward as Funston confirms Bi Planes are in service. Reports from Fort Sam Houston indicate flying units preparing for involvement against rebel forces and patrolling the border area amid tensions with Mexican authorities. The situation remains fluid with observers watching for any mobilization signals and further testing of aircraft capabilities.

Army Funston

Carranza Sends More Assurances

The report from Washington details assurances that Venustiano Carranza will cooperate with American expedition efforts in Mexico. It notes President Wilson has received further assurances that Carranza intends to maintain stance favoring joint action and support for the intervention.

Wilson Signs War Strength Resolution in Washington

President Wilson signed the resolution passed by Congress authorizing the army to full war strength at 10:30 this morning. Senate later paused a resolution declaring no encroachment on the sovereignty of the de facto Mexican government, sending a message to Mexico.

United Freon Washington, D Wilson Banate and House United Frec Washington, D. C Senate Mexico

President Wears Green Tie in Shamrock Tribute

President Wilson appears in Washington on March 17 wearing a green tie and a shamrock sprig in his coat lapel. The garb, sent from across the water by John Redmond, marks the occasion and national sentiment.

Waenington Wilson John Redmond

Bombs Found Under Palace Reported In Botia

United Press dispatch says bombs were found planted under a Bulgarian palace at Botia. A bulletin received today notes the discovery and indicates the botia site was investigated with the report outlining the uncovering of several devices.

United Prec Lamdon Botia Udybok

Father Dies With Children In Flames

A father and his children perished in a house fire as neighbors tried to reach them. Rescuers transported one adult to a nearby medical facility with injuries while investigators began hours of examination to determine the cause of the blaze.

Naimhvrkind Medat

Letter From Philadelphia Receives Warm Acknowledgment

A letter from the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce’s Traveling Commission thanks Corry Pa for hospitality during a Philadelphia trade tour week. It expresses gratitude for cooperation and reception, hopes for closer ties between officials and businesspeople, and invites future visits to make Philadelphia the commercial headquarters. Signed Ni. Kelly, General Secretary.

Philadelphia Chamber of Committee Doule Philadanphi Chambar of Commerce

Delegation Named for State Elks Session

At a meeting the Corry lodge selected the delegation to represent the local organization at the State Association of Elks session to be held in the coming summer. The Corry delegation comprises N. D. Darling, J. J. Austin, and W. W. Morganridge. The annual convention of the Elks is set for the second week in August at Reading.

Corry Lodge Wiks Elka Lonces Corry N-D. Darling J. J. Austin W. W. Morgaridge

Officers Say Tubantia Was Torpedoed

United Press reports Amulerdany March 17 that First and Baurth Officers declare the Tubantia torpedoed at sea. Survivors among the crew describe a large explosion, and authorities say an Admiralty inquiry will examine the wreck and cause of the loss.

Tubantia United Press Amulerdany Pyhantit Tariudend Lake Lyeraed Admiralty Higuy Malai Allipe Healare

Presidio Fire Traces Damage and Arson Suspicions

Fragmentary report from Presidio Monterey area on March 17 notes a large fire at an army facility. Unknown author details suggest arson questions as investigators examine structural damage and possible access points. Local fire crews battled flames as smoke hindered early containment efforts.

Congress and President United in War Effort

In March 17 dispatches from Wantingiin B C report President Wilson and Congress aligned on mobilizing the army. The administration plans expansions and new powers to boost the United States land forces, with readiness to call up reserve units as harmony grows in the political coalition for war measures.

United Eens B.C Gondral Porahliy Presdant Wilson Wat Bath Drovarnig Wdmindstrann Hin Wolves Con Breasuire Sinale United States

Mexico City Reports On Mexican Troop Movements

Reports from Mexico City state the main body of Hin tonlow ers is near Pachees, Chiu AUR, seventy five miles south of Guamma, moving toward the mountains and not aiming to fight the US expedition. Dispatches from Quaretaro say 1800 of Titsmon under Bertani will join and cooperate with American forces within hours. William Porter, a state institution attendant at Poll, was killed when he stepped before a freight at the station Thursday night in front of a crowd awaiting the midnight train.

United Press Mexico City Hin Tonlowers Atoe Pachees Chiu Aur Guamma United States Carrai— Ka Titsmon Bertani Amerienne William Porter State Institution Poll

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