26 Mar 1920
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1920
Page
1
United Press reports efforts by opponents in Dela to form a new party. Plans include potential candidacies with support from others, aiming to challenge the League through official nominations and regional backing amid current political tensions.
JonetT Rupp of Allentown is named Democratic State Committee chair and declared candidate for United States Senate. The report notes rivalries with Congressman Arthur McWalt and Attorney Conor A Mitchell, detailing campaign dynamics and party shifts as the race unfolds.
Report from Staunton Vinea notes a security crisis with mobs seeking a slayer amid confusion in Adena and nearby areas. Widened unrest spurred urban authorities to deploy patrols and call on prosecutors to curb violence as residents fear further clashes and property damage.
May Rose Berchtond and others promote health work in city schools with a new crusade aimed at improving hygiene and immunity. The plan, starting next Sunday, seeks broad participation from pupils, parents, and teachers to foster better health practices and prevent disease.
A thin board of directors of a local housing corporation met yesterday naming the balance of officers. The group discussed reorganizing the organization and converting buildings into family apartments to relieve housing shortages. The company is located at 0% G. Contar Street and will answer inquiries there.
New York reports a bituminous conference opening Monday with government and operators negotiating terms. Phillip Murray of the United Mine Workers union says the goal is a ten per cent wage increase and continued cooperation between miners and operators.
Disjointed local notes report the death of Judge Thilo A. W. Williams of Mercer on Wednesday night. The piece mentions Mercer, Pittsburgh links, a Saturday service, and a political meeting in Harrisburg with party leaders and hospital visits connected to the death.
The article records the association convention naming vice president and electing executive officers. It notes upcoming convention details and a discussion on prices for the coming season, including wholesale trade and labor shortages affecting wages.
United Press report cites German cabinet resignation and government reshuffle as workers and communists seize key posts. It notes fear of unrest after Chancellor election and Von Kapp forces maintaining control while troops disarm and tensions rise. The West German crisis draws international attention from London to Berlin as incidents unfold.
Tax collection shows progress with about a thousand dollars remaining from 1919 assessments. April 4 deadline looms and penalties start May 1 at one percent per month. Authorities note total taxes due around 863,000 with many parcels already paid or assessed for early remittance.
The article reports ongoing delays in campaign efforts by Company A. Leaders warn of dwindling interest and possible removal from the district if recruitment targets stay unmet. Corry and Bradfont leaders push for action while division heads consider organizational changes to boost engagement.
The United Press reports Dover approves the suffrage amendment in a close Senate ballot with supporters claiming victory. Weather outlook shows showers this afternoon and tonight with colder conditions expected Monday.
Washington marches into a debate as communicates to Congress on the Kahn resolution. Officials expect President Wilson to state that American troops will not participate in any advance to quell internal disorders in Germany. The message aims to justify keeping U S forces in the Rhine postarmistice.
Union City Scouts met Trim us in a high school basketball game ending 29 to 22 in favor of Trimus. The second half saw Trimus shift momentum and pull ahead while Union City struggled to answer the Deserted lead. Key players included McCray Fay Wot Olioway Kendall Borget and Meintyre with Pay contributing five points.
District superintendent of the AME Church convened a conference in the city. Dr Avpletoir Rasen, secretary of the Piltstnrm area of the Centynary, presided. Attendees included Rev J B Black, Eric Gov, De Platt, Clarion Hisy, JM A Hilly, Jamestown, Rev J P Buri Mosdgills, and Rev O W Minor New Castle. May Bowman, among others, faced health issues today.
The Presbyterian Church selected Rev. Brookham after a church meeting and ballot process. Officials planned a pastor call and discussed the chapel debt with a pledge goal of 2500 dollars, which was reportedly not fully pledges.
The Corry Rod and Gun Club fell on Erie Hod and Gun Club's range by 77 points in a series of matches last night. Nichole Was Nigh led the Corry shooters with a score of 200 while the Erie club posted the high mark. officials from both clubs praised the event and hospitality at the gathering preceding the shoot.
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