13 May 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1919
Page
1
A brief 1921 notice outlines a government loan program designed to revive British manufacturers. It mentions scheduled start dates in April and emphasizes employer and worker skills development over a dedicated eight day period.
A dated dispatch reports Berlin continues pressure over the peace terms, with German leaders insisting the terms are unacceptable and the government ready to resist the treaty. The article notes political divisions in Germany and warnings that threats to sign may be used to influence the League of Nations discussions.
Maflobo A Blitolils of this city died at 7 oclock this morning at Mor by hospital Pittsburgh after an operation a week ago. Survived by husband and sister Mary Merghinan Pittsburgh three sons Loo ant Teary in Philadelphia. Funeral arrangements to be announced. She was a consistent member of St Phony elite and a devoted mother, with many friends grieving her loss. Family summoned to Pittsburgh on Sunday and all were at her bedside when she died.
Watts May 18 Thomas Newton Page, American ambassador to Italy, today submitted to President Wilson a compromise plan for the Flume problem believed to meet the President's principles and provide complete satisfaction to Italy.
Corry Grange will meet in regular session Saturday afternoon at 1 30 in Maccabees Hall. Opening program includes song by Grange, a reading by Mrs A T Yaxbrouck, recitations, papers on production and economics, and a Young People’s Chorus performance.
A dispatch from May 13 reports continued weather and mechanical delays delaying a fleet of American planes at Trepassey Newfoundland. The note notes uncertain conditions hamper movements between Olivias and Shaft Main with forecasts for improving seas and wind later. crews wait for clearer signals to proceed to Newfoundland.
Claude Kelly pled guilty to arson and was sentenced to a penitentiary. He admitted setting eight fires in a Divine city area yesterday afternoon. A judge noted the light penalty but Kelly was deemed not fully responsible for several actions. The defense was led by Attorney Dow Smith. The court imposed a fine of 25 dollars in addition to imprisonment.
Harrisburg May 1 Gov Sproul stated approval of Senate measures governing agricultural units and departmental reorganization. The plan raises the agriculture secretary salary from 47 000 to 68 000, grants authority to new boards, and directs farm institute continuance under new plans. A statewide municipal building fund and provision for issuing bonds are included, with follow up details pending rollout.
May 1. All Pennsylvan ia members of Us Tron Division await a war call to Philadelphia for a Thursday review. After city events they will demobilize at Camp Dix. The 28th Division is set to march in Thursday's parade. Mrs. William Galligan lies critically ill at home, unconscious since Monday morning. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs George Chase of Concord township at Corry Hospital.
The non partisan repealer bill faced mixed support as supporters argued it preserves adultive features while opponents warned of partisan bias. The House approved the measure by a comfortable margin and the Senate vote followed with significant opposition before sending it to the governor for expected approval.
Troops of the 80th Army are arriving here from Le Mans at the rate of two teniakindy May. The advance units of the 90th division are expected near by the 20th. Men composed of National Guard from Pennsylvania Virginia and West Virginia are among them.
United Press reports unfavorable conditions keep the NC4 grounded at Chatham. Forty join the NCL and NCL as the plane remains here since last Friday after entering port for engine repairs.
Vermilles May 43 German envoys sought a conference with Austrian leaders to discuss terms. Couriers carried reports of ongoing talks and Allied reactions, with unclear details from the day’s dispatches amid wartime communication delays.
The Five Grove Cemetery Association met with only sixteen stockholders present for the annual election and board organization. Officers named include President W H Marsh, Secretary C B Ettings, and Manager J V Visner, with a yearly salary set at 1200 dollars.
New York dispatch reports two transports bringing 4,884 mildfire troops into port. The Von Steuben carried 340 men and a machine gun battalion, while the Louisiana held 107th ammunition train and support detachments. Casualties among the soldiers were noted, with medical facilities and transport crews assisting.
The RC executive board met last evening for the regular monthly meeting at Corie Chaplon American Rollies. Plans included bills totaling 188 and a proposal to proceed with a list of committee appointments and resignations.
Fragmentary report describes troops from Pittsburgh and western sectors marching home on a special train. It mentions someone named Wors and Coliemibit with unclear roles and references a regular train schedule. The text is garbled, but implies a movement of service members toward home.
The Welcome Home celebration plans advance as Corry’s 80th Division veterans, from the army navy and marine core, are expected to attend. Board of Commerce rooms host the gathering for chairmen and secretaries to finalize demonstrations and fundraising, with citywide canvassing and business support reported as strong.
Clairnal Brown of Victory Alliance reports a contest in Corry to award helmets for subscription drives toward town quotas. Women’s Committee led by Mrs. Glough notes local subscriptions exceeded $120,000, aiding Corry’s overall contribution.
A weather brief notes a paired forecast for tonight and Wednesday. Conlon provides the latest readings, with mention of likely conditions and temperature expectations across areas.
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