City Commission Briefly Hears Plan and Budget Items
The city commission held a brief meeting to discuss a development plan and related funding, with the full commission to review details before taking up the matter. A salary ordinance for the city gas inspector and actions on weather impacts, fire protection equipment, and public health reports were reviewed, including recent cases of whooping cough and diphtheria receiving attention.
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Sportsmen to Announce Prize Off in City Event
The Town exmp of United Sportsmen of Pennsylvania plans a meeting to arrange awards for coming events. Prizes valued over two hundred twenty five dollars donated by John Trunting will be distributed for fishing and hunting contests. The effort aims to boost local membership and interest in this first general contest of its kind.
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Meeting of Readers elect officers for the year
At the regular weekly meeting of the Readers held yesterday at Mrs. G. O. King home, officers for the annual year were elected: President Marvin Wight, Vice President Mary Whitley, Secretary Mrs. B. B. Wall, Treasurer Mrs. James Toharde. The group will hold final meeting of the season next Monday at Mrs. AP Mounts on Worth Church Street for a fine luncheon and vocal time.
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James Toharde
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Presentation to Mr Darling at Wishay Lodge
Carry Lodge of Wishay presented N. Dell Darling with a magnificent traveling cave and a sterling liver for his work in the ro domt minstrel. The token honored Darling for successful efforts in bringing about the merited performance.
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Next Few Hours May Tell The Story Funston
San Antonio dispatch reports General Funston stating the next hours may reveal Villa's movements as he contemplates a counterstrike and possible retreat toward Guerrero. The article notes Villa's troops maneuvering near Crivon and a cautious approach by Carrungintas Hod Villvtan, with Pershing aware but not in direct contact.
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Venango County Keeps Dry Status Despite Appeals
In Franklin on March 21 a court decision reaffirmed Venango County as a dry area for at least another year. Judge Orlean Well rejected all remaining pleas, stating the hearing failed to present reasons to alter the prohibition. The ruling was announced at 11 o clock, ending a week of contested arguments and maintaining local liquor restrictions.
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Franklin
Venango
Orlane
U S Cavalry Reinforcing Carranzistas
The United States is reinforcing Carranzista forces as operations near Mantiqueipa unfold. Reports say U S cavalry moved from Paso to Carmen and other points to seal Villa’s route, with fears he may have escaped the northern approach and sought refuge by Guerrero. Movements aim to trap Villa within 24 hours of contact.
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Poluta
Maniquipa
Rebuilding of Mexico Under Way
San Antonio March 21 Carranza of the de facto Mexican government is in conference with Obregon over plans to reorganize fiscal affairs. The Carranza government announced it has completed plans for extensive planting of thousands of acres of government owned land and offered guaranteed employment to Mexicans in the United States who wish to return. The formal decree declares all Mexicans who participated in the raid upon Colombia to be outlawed and to be seen by anyone.
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San Antonio
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Naval Battle Off Belgian Coast Reported Casualties
British and German destroyers clashed off the Belgian coast in sharp action. The Admiralty said two enemy ships were hit and several crew members reported lost. British losses included one destroyer damaged and several casualties amid a night engagement under poor North Sea weather.
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Bomb Disaster in Philadelphia Victims Placed Under Care
A bomb wrecked six dwellings in a Mock tn Uw Lf Mu Vtily area of Philadelphia on May 21. City officials say four of the buildings were destroyed and many residents were seriously shaken and evacuated. Fire and police departments are investigating and seeking those responsible.
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Von Terpitze the German Admiral mental wreck today
Paria March 1 United Press reports Admiral von Terpitze retired head of the German navy is a mental wreck from brooding over sea losses. He mourns submariners who died under his orders and is said to be over sensitive. Foreign press links his name with the U-boat campaign and Kaiser's regard for relief.
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Britain pledges no trade with Germany after war
United Press reports a London interview in which Walter Runman of the British Board of Trade asserts Germany must not resume World War era commerce. England will throttle German trade despite hardships on its people, aiming to prevent aggression through economic means. The official stance opposes German use of retaliation for military aims, promoting allied trade strength as a shield.
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Russians Besieging Trebizond Amid Turbulent Combat
Reports from Tome dated March 21 say Russian forces have reached the outskirts of Trebizond and are mounting a siege. The assault is marked by heavy fighting along the Black Sea coast, with casualties and fortifications reported as news dispatches detail the evolving battle.
Prosecution for Truancy Reported in Local Court
A truancy case before Alderman Barker noted enforcement of compulsory schooling laws. The defendant pleaded guilty and paid costs. the school district indicated continued efforts to enforce the law and consider further cases.
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More Miners Demands Refused In Anthracite Talks
United Trews reports that two additional demands by the Third Mine Workers for higher wages and better tonnage rates were rejected today by the operators conference. The miners sought increased resistances per ton and machine compensation tied to a fifty cent per ton rate for cutting loading and scraping. The Philadelphia dispatch notes Philad Mphin presenting three principal demands already denied.
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Respite Granted in Negro Slayer Case Delays Pardon Review
Harrisburg reports a postponement granted March 21 allowing Webb to electrocution at Rock View next week to May 1 for a pardon board review. A friend offered to cover appeal costs, noting Webb's friendship with a Negro individual and seeking relief.
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U S Aviator Fell Today In Mexico
A U S aviator with General Pershing's command was seriously injured when he fell during a scouting mission in Mexico near Guerrero. Bowen, from San Antonio, joined the aviation unit. extent of injuries not known. Dispatches note the American expedition and pursuing force directions, with no word from commanders Dodd or Pershing.
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Thomas Owen
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Russians Enter City Amid War News
Foltoreih Markh HAdymon Utd Puli reports today's entry into the Perwing city of Dyin Wun by a small Russian force. General Kuropatkin and Russian troops retreat north of Naxos. Tuussian Torews command. Windenshike noted as the most important development in weeks.
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Proposals and Political Moves Dominate National and Local News
U S plans to back a protocol while Congress advances the Hay bill amendment giving presidential power to call federal reserves. In Meadville, Prohibition and Washington parties plan a joint candidate for Congress in Erie Crawford district, raising a three way contest with Axtell Bylow Henry A Clark and Mohart Lesbo as potential players.
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Titusville
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Local case heard in U S court through Erie journal notes
In federal court Judge Orr hears a malpractice case involving Mrs Cort Kelly executrix of the estate of her husband J Kelly killed at Corry. Witnesses describe the railway path near the crash and the duties of the railroad and its workers. Attorneys and jurors hear testimony about the crash site and railroad operations. Sensations expected as Pittsburgh revelations loom with Philadelphia brewers subpoenaed.
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Woodrow Wilgan Petitions Circulated for State Primary
Harrisburg march 2 political organizers circulate petitions to place Woodrow Wilgan on the presidential primary ballot in the state. Democratic petitions went out from state headquarters last night and no Bruwhaugh efforts are yet underway.
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Republicans Adjourn After Failing to Name National Chair
Chisago meeting of the Republican state committee adjourned on March 21 without selecting a keynoter or consolidating plans. The committee planned to reconvene April 16 with no agreement on the right person for national chair, leaving the leadership question unresolved.
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