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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1914
Page
1
Eighteen people are reported drowned when a liner named St. Paul struck rocks in the entrance to a port. The ship, coming from Newmen, was a Jalxtpen undead tone Minden vessel. Rescue efforts were made by nearby ships, with some survivors taken to shore.
Four floor boards gave way on a third story porch at a building on Main Street. Mrs Olive Chapman, 60, suffered a hip fracture and possible internal injuries. Neighbors and Mr Johnwood, 80, aided until Dr Ailston and Alexander & Co ambulance transported her to hospital where prognosis was grave.
A chaotic incident in Union City ended with multiple arrests for assault and drunkenness. One man gave a false name, faced fines, and was jailed briefly. another vagrant, Charles Harmon, faced charges of assault and seduction and was sent to jail after unable to pay a fine. The case highlights local magistrate action and detention for those unable to cover costs.
Dispatch reports General Villa declares full possession of the city and presses offensives as Federals retreat. He orders hurried reconstruction of rail lines from Verga to Ho bore while moving three thousand men toward Saltillo to combine forces against federal troops.
United Press reports in Willisburg March 27 that Pennsylvania Railroad plans suspension of 1,000 cars to press higher freight rates. The action follows prior shutdowns and threatens increased costs for shippers, with workers affected and shops at Allenna referenced amid the nationwide push.
The mayor visited Tuesday and ordered all gambling devices removed from local business premises. Slot machines, cigar wheels, and punch cards of chance were eliminated, with police enforcing the ban to avoid prosecutions.
Funeral notices report the arrival of Prof Curtis remains and arrangements in Park Ward area. The service is set for the following day at 2 PM at the home of Mrs Habe bittin or later at David Curtis Cemetery. The Mystile Shriners aid the family and a special car will transport attendees to the cemetery rail line.
Washington reports show President Wilson’s backers gaining momentum as the House debate ends. Speaker Clark’s fate becomes clearer amid party divisions and a stalled resolution on treasury measures.
United Press reports that all Ohio coal mines will suspend operations on April 1 after a conference between operators and miners failed to reach consensus. Operators announced the shutdown following the conference, citing unresolved demands from the workers.
The final arguments in Venango County's war to eradicate the saloon begin this afternoon at Tioteloek. A dry outcome is likely within two to ten days though the exact decision time remains uncertain.
Buffalo officials announce Pennsy Railroad will discontinue north and southbound flyers Nos 6 and 86 on April 1. About 200 workers from the Northern Division, including track men, machinists, clerks and laborers, are to be released as retrenchment measures take effect.
Streets are being cleaned for spring with crews on center street and N Gunter street. Work continues along the north side as conditions improve and snow remains, aiming to complete by early next week. Moraka notes the effort helps rid pavements of accumulation and supports business districts.
Corry Democrats meet at Misspoint with Melluriuinte party on the trail. William Ay Merry farmer Water of the Jay fiona movement and Adams Sor fis are named among top candidates. Democratic state chairman will present and about three hundred party members attend the event at He Hotel Laurence toneh.
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