Col Rickards at Philadelphia praises men
Col Rickards visits Philadelphia to praise the men under his command in a formal address. The event highlights discipline, morale, and wartime service as key themes emphasized by the officer.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1919
Page
2
Col Rickards visits Philadelphia to praise the men under his command in a formal address. The event highlights discipline, morale, and wartime service as key themes emphasized by the officer.
United Press reports Mexico and Costa Rica are not included in the discussed list or agreement. The brief item clarifies the exclusion status and notes potential implications for regional relations and policy discussions.
A May party tonight at the State Armory aims to raise funds for Corry hospital with a large attendance expected. Local talent will perform and Mosiehger's orchestra will provide music for dancing. Admission is two cents and proceeds support hospital efforts.
The funeral for Mrs Carrier was conducted by Rev Grey Woodward of the First Presbyterian church with hymns and solos. Numerous friends and relatives attended a large service at West Lawn, with bears and tributes from Leon M, Thuewoody, A. Guvtlay, and other mourners.
Paris May 1 report on the first mutiny within the League of Nations executive council. The organization commission will proceed on Monday to Geneva to review the covenant terms amid growing factional tensions and proposals for reform.
A United Prose report from New York in May notes Transport Finland Home arriving at Hoboken. Headquarters Company of the 28th and Ue 108d Engineers are mentioned along with other units and detachments. The piece cites weather and terrain as factors affecting cantonment duties including Dix, Upton, Grant, and Dodge.
A stormy day in Pennsylvania saw a massive blaze at the DuBois rail yard as trains and surroundings burned. Officials reported substantial property damage and a near total destruction of maintenance facilities, with initial estimates suggesting losses approaching the hundreds of thousands.
A Warren County assembly debated routing a new highway via Wrightsville and Columbus to connect Corry and Erie. Supporters argue the Wrightsville route boosts local business, spreads traffic benefits, and requires about $750,000 for improvements, with state funds and county bonds proposed. Opponents prefer the existing main road alignment, citing costs and regional impact on Warren County towns. A final decision was postponed to a Saturday meeting at the Warren Courthouse with regional business leaders present.
Patrols by state police and deputies guard streets amid fear of radical plots. Investigators probe a bomb threat and alleged dynamite, while authorities detain suspects and warn residents to avoid crowds as the case develops.
A fragmented weather notice from May 1 states improving conditions for Atlantic flight. The report relies on unreliable wireless sources and contains garbled names and unclear details about the Soposith and Murti entities and a supposed award probability, leaving the core forecast uncertain.
The death of Mrs Hasbrouck is noted with an obituary indicating she had been a resident of Milford and nearby areas. The funeral will be private and held at Pine Grove Cemetery with services led by Reverend Heod Ar ole Verey of the Baptist church. Friends and relatives may call at any time before the funeral hours.
Local Victory Loan fundraising shows 92700 collected so far with 10000 from banks yesterday and nine days remaining. Campaign aims to surpass the far city quota as organizers push urban districts despite limited visits from volunteers.
Oldham will discuss South America, its riches, education levels, and the continent’s role in world affairs. He notes Bolivia and Argentina, and mentions U.S. influence, trade, and culture. The lecture begins at 8 with free admission, at the Methodist church. Charlo Glearon and Miss Olivo attend the funeral of Tl Bracken in the afternoon.
A fragmented report recalls Memorial Day events in Erie with mention of a young soldier preparing for a ceremony, Army officers, and community figures. The text notes involvement of speakers and organizations, with references to veterans and wartime remembrance activities across local streets and venues.
A Presbyterian women group plans a supper at their church with detailed arrangements. The notice lists the organizer Mrs Walter Punkee and situates the event within the church parish, seeking community attendance and support for the evening gathering.
An English parish report describes a crowded St Elizabeths service with missionary Muckiy Tuinty as a Dominion Orden emissary. The text details lifelong duties, sacrifices, and the congregation’s reflection on Christian offerings during the mass, urging devotion and adherence to rituals.
Funeral services for Robert K. Byany, son of Mr. and Mrs. Loo, were held at the home on Goliembus Avenue with large floral tributes from First and Second grades of the Hateh school. The Alliands Tabérnngle conducted the services and interment followed at Pun Grove cemetery.
A new plan for electing directors aims to reform the hospital governance. The proposal seeks to appoint a hospital board with a medical majority and a representative from the local church community, while minor changes to the election process are discussed.
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