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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1920
Page
1
Fragmented dispatches describe intensified clashes in Berlin and city evacuations as insurrectionary forces attack headquarters of the Allied mission. Reports claim deaths, street fighting, and socialists in meeting rooms amid a volatile March 19 scene in Europe.
Federal agents waited on the arrival of Ted Gladding who faced allegations tied to seeking a government permit for illicit importation of aged rye and other spirits. The case involves charges related to contraband whiskey and possible regulatory exemptions through a purported supply of old rye.
Revised report from Grove City chronicles DuBois and Sharon advancing toward the title after a quarterfinal round where Sharon defeated Kang and DuBois scored a decisive win. A key semifinal had 88 to 8 in one matchup as the two favorites prepared for the championship.
London dispatch cites United Press report that Turkish government faced collapse as Allied forces threaten occupation of Constantinople. Predictions say authorities may fall by weekend. Weather and local cues hint at unsettled conditions ahead with cooling temperatures.
The Board of Viewers appointed a committee to approve the plan for a city project. Craig on Hough Center Street offered 800 for twelve units desired by the city, while Arbuckle and Stilor joined the board in supporting the purchase. On March 28 the commission approved a site and arrangement for Lifton feowtager, as work proceeded with private oversight and related approvals.
City officials report the ball club directors chosen for the season. The board includes Man Joy Parker Walter Elis Frank Kolcher and Dre G He Mbonnert with Fred Weng bi among those present. Plans for the season were discussed and various construction arrangements noted as the city coordinates park improvements and equipment.
A United Press dispatch from Washington on March 10 notes a bill authorizing popular vote for judges. The report cites debates in the Senate Judiciary Committee and mentions resignation pressures at Franklin Hospital amid hospital governance disputes. The article alludes to investor dissatisfaction and ongoing scrutiny of hospital management.
A rough OCR fragment discusses the wet forces campaign during wartime policy debates. It mentions laws and prohibitions on liquor, the potential end of prohibition, and mentions Attorney General actions. The text is garbled with errors, but centers on public sentiment and legal questions about alcohol policy during wartime.
An accident report describes a man hurled from a street car sustaining injuries. A second man, near Northcontoey Atraol, narrowly escaped a worse fate as an automobile narrowly avoided collision.
Washington reports a small decrease in living costs with a one percent drop noted in the latest government data. Officials from the Department of Labor indicate modest inflation relief for January and February, though details are unclear due to garbled OCR text.
Incomplete clipping reports a murder investigation near a railroad in New York. Authorities probe a pool of oil as a possible clue while unsure about a suspect. Local names and precise locations are unreadable.
Dr Tho Finnegan met with the head of Education to discuss revision of public county tenures and related reforms. Hitler boasted February’s high record while a New York Central conductor faced disciplined charges. A coroner’s verdict ruled a drowning case connected to pool edge near a dry dock site.
United Press reports Washington March 19 that President will meet with railway and oil interests to discuss the Weaye controversy. Secretary Tuk Ly and Attorney General Balmer announced the move. Palmer indicated progress toward opening negotiations while opposing sides expect a deal after further talks.
Corry residents form a Fair Price Commission for Erie County with A Luke and Wrunk Laurie in North East and Glen McClelland of Girard named among initial members. The group, to include Myo Erie city representatives and other appointees, will convene next week to organize and appoint a permanent chair. Investigations into price profiteering proceed under the state and county officials as clerks report findings on clothing and food costs and enforcement under the Lever Act.
Brownsville reports an inquiry into the death of Captain Sam Craig a 71 year old farmer and congressman. His body was found in the woods with probable exposure as the cause. A search followed his failure to return home last night and intensified today with a full examination of the scene.
Heavy interest surrounds tonight's 8 o clock game at the State Armory as the Shamrocks of Meadville meet the Indian team. Officials hope for a large crowd. Meadville claims the 18540 class title. Van Vieck, a special agent of the Department of Justice, and department operatives will be in Warren to investigate violations of the Prohibition Law amid a broader tour of northwestern Pennsylvania and western New York.
United Press reports Lenroot blasts President Wilson over the peace treaty. He accuses Wilson of endangering American unity and criticizes the President for advocating Article 10. Senate leaders push to vote on ratification despite late-hour delays and reservations.
The Senate foreign relations committee voted to report favorably the nomination of Bainbridge Colby as Secretary of State. The March 10 report confirms the committee action and outlines light remarks on Colby's credentials and expected policy direction.
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