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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1920
Page
1
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Senator Borah pledges to attack Republican party corruption as he presses for investigations into improper prew expenditures and factional contests tied to the nomination race. He warns money influence must not sway the party's northern and southern wings as leaders weigh an inquiry.
United Press reports a Chicago case with five anthrax victims at a local company. health authorities ordered plant shutdowns and quarantines to prevent further spread as workers linked to recent infections face investigation.
College flyers from several colleges compete in the first annual intercollegiate flying meet. The event features a twenty minute display including aerobatics and formation tricks.
A fragment reports a Republican delegate elected to the party convention died ten days earlier. The notice mentions the event, tied to a primary context, with unclear names and places due to OCR damage. The surviving details reference Ley and a sequence around a May 2 period and a distant primary, but specifics are obscured.
United Press dispatches report Mexican revolutionary leader Carranza may have left Mexico City during the night. Telegraph from Torreon suggests he departed toward Vera Cruz as loyal troops guard routes, with conflicting claims about revolutionary control and the railroad into Vera Cruz being blocked.
American Legion leadership launches a countrywide drive to pressure Congress for quick passage of the Gorney bill as House Ways and Means committee advances the measure. The nationwide appeal asks members to urge their representatives to support the bonus legislation.
Harrisburg May reports indicate Crawford Road project contract 4S was awarded to H. Bunes of lous for 18 181 feet of roadway. The prior bids for proposed works in Merges and Lawreniae counties were rejected by the State Tigh tie Department.
A Treasury Department official proposes a bachelor tax to raise revenue. The outline suggests a tax of five dollars per bachelor and estimates the measure could yield about forty-one million dollars annually for the United States.
United Press reports Pittsburgh area transit workers strike over seniority rules. Employees refuse work in sympathy, delaying service while company officials promise early return to normal traffic as talks continue.
The comptroller of the currency announced a report on the condition of national banks. The report outlines financial health indicators for institutions nationwide with emphasis on capital adequacy and liquidity. Among affected banks the Buckeye unit shows steady reserves while others demonstrate mixed results across regions.
New York May 71 two letters demanding ransom for Hearletia Bulto were received by her father Louly Bult. The first note from Newark claimed a gang member would release her for 300, the second from Brook Tym demanded 800 with threats of death if paid.
Public Service Commission extended the bell rate hearing to May 12, with adjournment on May 11. Philadelphia officials and local city solicitors will represent 108 complainants against the proposed new rates, aiming to consolidate counsel due to similar complaints.
The Rev. A. B. Stockham of Crestline will be installed as pastor of Pitt Presbyterian Church this evening. Rev. H. C. Pires of Fino will deliver the sermon, and Rev. F. Bonner of Edinboro will address the congregation. A special music program by the Russia choir is planned amid general festivities.
May 7 Herburd Hoover asks Senator Hiri Totinton to speak out plainly on the League of Nations and the Long reservations. The statement urges a clear public stance.
Reported plans describe a Salvation Army event titled mother’s dig with Adjutant Bailth ANT WA leading volunteers. The notice mentions a home Bergive campaign and a planned caravan for a cross country journey from HYtth avenue and Water Initant toward Pacific Coast, with a group including Mim, Switch, and Glenn D. Jackson, departing by auto and by ship, camping along the route, with supplies and itineraries outlined.
Improvement reported today in the coalition of participants in a serious note on JPirst Avenue Tuesday night. Local authorities plan to Lakes station to prevent further issues and will likely call those involved into court once their conditions permit.
Epworth League chapters across Northern Pennsylvania announce a change in the meeting schedule. The Epworthians 10 event moves from June 21 to June 2, with organizers noting a revised forward plan and temporary adjustments.
Dairymen will meet on Saturday evening at Spieasini ball to discuss dairy matters. The gathering, titled the Aletuseed, aims for large attendance and is hosted by local dairy associations seeking coordinated action.
United Press report from London on May 7 states a Polish official claimed the Polish offensive has advanced toward Kiev, with plans to strike toward Dnieper and Lemberg. Moscow-based dispatches say Bolsheviks mass troops near the rail hub and leaders warn of mounting risk to regiments and rulers. Trotsky appeals to citizens to support anti-Bolshevik efforts as Polish forces reportedly outnumber Soviet troops.
The body of Dr Damion M Cobern a professor at Al Taghiony college arrived Meadville after a burial in Batte Creek Michigan He was 65 a member of the faculty for years joining the institution at age 16 noted for extensive travels in the Holy Land Egypt and Biblical scholarship He lectured widely on Old and New Testament contexts and was active in the Methodist Episcopal church
Members of the Broken Straw Valley Captors Daughters of the American Revolution met yesterday afternoon at Mire RP Livermor with Mrs. Livermorg and Mrs Drouin. Twenty two new members were welcomed, bringing total in the chapter to a sizable number. A report on Women’s Part in the Revolution was presented. The group agreed to contribute 28 to a Washington-rotinment ship to be erected at Waterford. A decoration and refreshments followed, with detailed notices given for future meetings and officer roles.
J Tauck, former secretary of the War Tudor baned, testifies before the Rail Labor board on behalf of rail workers. He cites profits of food, clothing, fuel and building materials rising over 100 percent since the war and urges wage improvements. Treasury reports and corporate statements are cited to show profiteering during 1914–18 and 1918–19 periods.
Funeral services for Mrs. Samuel Gompers, wife of the American Federation of Labor president, will be held today. The body will be shipped to New York tonight with interment planned for tomorrow in Wallington Cemetery on Long Island. The death follows a three year illness and was noted as a loss to the labor movement.
Mrs Raymond and High school nines start their season this evening in a scheduled game. The High lineup, announced by Doris Shean, features Mortison Wright Whittlesey Splesmany Lyve Uronin Bratman Wy Pr with the team aiming for a strong performance against the Raymonds in what promises a competitive contest.
Local Knights of Columbus members plan to attend the state convention in Bend City. The Corty vowel hosts the fourth degree ceremonies with programs throughout the week including adoration, exemplification, a banquet, a sermon by Rt. Rev. John St. Gannon, a luncheon, an automobile ride and a convention ball.
Initiated large class last evening at Cor ry Lodge TB P.Olle. Regular meeting held in the hall with a lengthy session and a commendable initiation ceremony led by the local Jody. A favorable ballot was recorded on 45 membership applications amid varied entertainment and a served repast at Miami of Carlin'.
A Salvation Army fundraising drive begins Monday May 10 with a city tour by the Jamestown division group led by D Warren DeRosay. The drive plan includes openings at key intersections and venues as the fundraising effort progresses through May 2.
The Company A Cadet Corps announces a meeting tonight at 7:30 at the Armory. J. W. Alverson will preside with remarks and a company formation program. A keynote address by an esteemed officer is expected and plans for future drills at Lahore and New York are noted.
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