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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1920

Page

1

Palmer men win in state primary report

Report from Alleghan county details Palmer selection over McAdon and Hoover in Republican ballot while Johnson leads the Democratic presidential vote with 9321 to Hoover 1038. Palmer leads McAdon in Democratic contest with 4030 to 4708 as multiple candidates remain in the field for national conventions.

Palmer Duadeupmla Johnson Ann Hoover McAdon Agerotiey Foron Reuntor Penrose Bouffey Bounlivull Roturne

Prices Decline Nationwide Supplying Merchants Eye Change

A garbled May report from New York hints at a broad price decline across the country. Mentions of general merchandising, a cut in prices, and public buying pressures surface with references to merchants and market conditions.

United New York Jurigo i Wlokia Uunkry Tana Emiltrom

Executives Present Case On Railway Labor Board Hearing

United Press reports at Cilcaro May 19 executives of railroads presenting case amid arguments over principles for the rail labor board hearing. The discussion centers on wage and work conditions affecting about two million workers, with total annual payroll figures near 41 billion dollars discussed.

United Press Cilcaro Alienite Today Dlr Wilhon'e Rail Labor ‘Board Whypo Lnereaven

Local Primary Results Lead Shreve and Sisson Students

Tight race in the Incai primary produced Shreve and Sisson as leaders. Local ballots show split support for Republican contenders for State Senate and Congress with Shreve winning the Assembly seat and Fike and others gaining secondary totals.

Shreve Sisson

Congress to recess June 4th described amid delay

Washington May 10 Congress planned to recess on June 4 but decision lingered amid party quarrels. The report notes whether adjournment comes before the national convention in Chicago and if lawmakers may depart Washington Saturday for the event.

Congress Washington Tuno Hme Hut Hoow Chicago

Local society notes and obituaries across town

Miss Loniad Bilmworth visits Brie while Powell travels to Bele. Mrs Soille Williams spent Friday in Bel on dominies. Mr Lohman visiting his parents. Gellrot, Browart King of Jamestown, N Y, visiting today. Walter Morrink heads to Chicago on a Marino trip. LaGriid Dirhem returns from Pitty, Wurpli, for family visit. Omer Wir Morricie of the P T Ry arrives in city from Ware rite. R E B Neighbour of Hlyrin, Ohio arrives, to lecture at Baptist church tonight and tomorrow. Mrs Caldwell formerly Mins Volila Glough, of this city, noted May 13. Death of Mrs Anne Briving reported in Mor postville, NY at 90+. May 19: Rebukwh Helping Mandelibs board meeting. Mayflowers at Melows Hall. funeral plans for Kale Finshey. Ida Conn funeral scheduled for tomorrow at 1:40 from John of Genoa street. many friends attend. Women’s Relief Corp meeting. Grace Allen appointed grand. Blanche Clark named vie grand. other officers appointed.

Loniad Bilmworth Brie Powell Boule Soille Williams Lohman Ind Mrw. Gellrot Browart Jamestown N.Y Walter Morrink Ghicagu LaGriid Dirhem Pitty Wurpli Morricie P. TR Ry Warerite R. EB Hlyrin Baptist Church Biri Anil Mea Walton B. Caldwell Matoka W. Va Mra Caldwell Sean Formarly Mins Volila Glough Anne Briving Torpon Morpostvlle Brinley Bara Grover Thin United Pree Mandelibs Ulue Chengo Odd Yrade Toro Melows Hall Bimunda Kale St. ‘Thomas Pomutary Ida Conn John Gena Atroat Attonsimnen Relief Corpn John Hatch Mada Ping Grove Tiady Praia Heokah Grace Allen Ohio Blanche. Clark Vie Grand Parana Bulb

Britain's New Irish Policy Shown

United Press reports Britain moving toward a harsh Irish policy. Detentions and jailings for offenders to be used to obtain evidence bar access to distinct evidence. Military posts to be deployed across Ireland with infantry and armored units ready to suppress meetings and plots. Martial law reportedly possible. authorities claim control across the island. Harsher punishments for crimes to deter rebellion.

Tormiinton Toiland Dalanl Doliys

Will Play Art Metals Saturday

The Corryning will heat up again at this Art festival of Amontone Ayn on Saturday afternoon at Washing ton Eroee aeromile. On Sunday the local views their podium the Wars run Butter Kruats on the latforn's grounds. Negotiations are now under way for a match against Swooners pishers to benefit the Houses vf clue ahapo.

damonteAyn Nist Corry Warton R Jartien Thay Will Tynew

Whalewhole market tolls 20 percent price cut report

Local merchants push back on the claim of market break and say whale oil prices remain high. They note steady demand and note recent price reductions are not universal across suppliers.

R. ¥. Wivermore Co Wanpmeker Omaha Drina

Graduation Plans for 1920 Class Details

The 1920 Belnor class completes exams as Rev Fredrik W Troy delivers a Sunday sermon at the high school. Commencement is set for Thursday evening, with board officials meeting tonight to discuss arrangements. Next week, classes will hold exams and senior activities, including a notable ceremony led by Mrs Walter Powers.

Torhia Hredurisk W. Troy Belnor Alek Walter Powks

Arnstein Pleads Not Guilty Today

New York May 18 Nicky Arnstein, accused mastermind of a 17 million Wall Street theft, pleaded not guilty at arraignment. Arnstein’s attorney requested a postponement of bond issues, while prosecutors sought swift trial on the alleged felony charges.

Arnstein United Pree New York Nicky Indy Hay Arnnstein

German War Guilty Before Court Report

Fragmentary dispatch from May 18 notes a pending Allied demand for war guilt proceedings. The garbled text mentions a court, an appearance, and references to a Tageblatte source with weather and timing hints. Overall, it indicates legal actions tied to wartime accountability.

Taned

Firman and Sisson Nominated Shank Leading in Race

Early reports from the Frloot nom today state Robert J. Firman won the Republican nomination for Congress, defeating Milton W. Shove by a margin of five to eight votes. Shank holds a lead in several precincts as Crawford turnout figures loom.

Frlo Ot Nom Today Institute Robert J. Firman Milton W. Shrove Priouit Sopgreasians Hy Lreva Crawford Soluily Oii Tanke Atated Aulitor A. HW. Staion

Notification of Death of Armitage

Private George Clair Armitage of the 16th Infantry is reported killed in action in France on October 11 1918. The delay in notification is attributed to wartime mail issues and incomplete records as families await fuller details from military authorities and the whereabouts of their fallen son.

George Clair Armitage Nction France TaVorne H. Nichols Gunrikiin Thin City Armitage 16M Infantry IM. Nichols Argonne American Tony Torlees Radde Altsha Scharees C. Pear Medonsi Q. Mi. Coxps

New York Stock List and Ample Yet Fragmented Echoes

A fragmented OCR led piece mentions New York stock lists, firms including Megan and Bryan and Amor Smokers, with scattered references to Northern Pacific, Studebaker, Willys Overland, and Franklin Steel. A May 19 report notes a dry spell and a fire incident at Franklin Steel Works, causing losses estimated at 50 to 75 thousand dollars before control was achieved, with sparse details following.

Amor Smokers & Rot Amer T&d Lapieaveanna New York Studebaker Bonthern Pacllo Vesna Co Tnfon US Bhewmilipos Scsee Paul Oo Willys Overland Rainrilin Pranklin Steel Jewin Wailer

Capture of Carranza Rumored by Rebel Dispatch

A Houston dispatch reported that Mexican President Carranza was captured by revolutionary forces and may be sent abroad. The claim cites a radio dispatch revived locally, with General Obregon said to have arranged passports for Carranza’s departure from the country.

Carranza United States Avaretngdon Emay Praneiveo Willy Mexican Constabulary Walon Fia Iow Willa Sromout Villa Exinan Mcialy Omar Carranza Ani Brlug Opin Stabulary Patrol Orien Vila Goskoto Columins Uurlen Owe Gould Brates Stesxico Houston Tex Hera Caranza Obreginin Curren

Services in Memory of Miss Murray

In memory of Miss Irenia Murray were held yesterday Tuesday afternoon at 3 o clock at the family home on West Church Street. The services were conducted by Rev. W. B. Avlon of Emanuel Episcopal Church. Pallbearers included Rogers J. Rogers W. E. Wilson Charley Mulkie F Babbbitt and Arthur Quieguve. Following the services at the home, burial was made at Pike Grove Cemetery.

Minniriaine Murray West Church Street Avbion Ammanuel Episcopal Knrok Pike Grove Eemplery

Endorse Freight Rate Increase by Commerce Committee

A report notes a committee including M. Raymond and Warren DéRoxay proposes freight rate increases to modernize revenue for railroads in the East, urging the Interstate Commerce Commission to authorize higher rates or supplementary tariffs. The move, backed by the Cory Board of Commerce and Industry, seeks a public notice 30 days before any effective change.

Hk Committee Eastoes Commerci Rmvard Cartier Fair Return

Convention of Gas Men in Buffalo

Several Corry men attend the annual convention of the Natural Gas Association of America in Buffalo. Government expert Samuel S. Weyer explains gas sharing and a member from New Jersey, Walter Edgy Ue H., will speak as principal speaker. Bonalo Hage discusses government business relations amid a gas shortage. A speaker from Makeesport Gaysfourna outlines vast gas production in Makeesport fields.

Corry America Buffalo Harner Widir Samuel S. Weyer Walter Edgy Ue H.wompter New Jersey Bonalo Hage Spaak Oh Sprint Oil Howe Makeesport Gaysfourna MakKoesport

Erie Chosen Next Meeting Place For Society Event

Erie chosen as next meeting place for the annual district convention of the Woman's Pursuing Mia Honorary Society held yesterday in an amicable, cordial session. Forty delegates attended with a central program and notable reports, while a special Pittsburgh trade extension was discussed. A committee visit to the city on stockdines May 27 was announced for the annual meeting.

Neaston Qhiy Amauial Woman’s Pursigu Mia Honary Society M. H Pittsburgh Trade Extension Commeres M& L. Lee Andor Frank , Babbitt C. B. Bentley Don MacKenzie Rev. Aaheton Dawson Aba Gusibinsky Alp Mount CD. Wilcox J Teipl Tan F. 1. Weeks Don Smith G. Kincaid Wire Aver Artie Cotesgrave O. A. Stomnott B. W. Olds R. Bilas N. Ames Warren Dax Roag

Rumor of Highway Bid Plans Amid Train Track Incident

A rumor claims a local firm backed by Mothurinick Brow pushed a Youngayist project as the state prepares for bids. The Highway Department readies line work on the damaged road after a train collision near Tevinatha killed 9 year old Prevk Olnoy, with officials investigating the morning incident.

Mothurinick Pune Highway Department Bidamyatn Tevinatha

Funeral of Mrs Spiesman in St Elizabeth’s church

The funeral of Mrs Margaret Spiesman was held this morning at St Elizabeth's church with many attendees. The procession proceeded to St Elizabeth cemetery for the burial. Attendants included Mr Brink, Farry Gilbert, Leo Frans, Penn, Rowbweher, and several friends and relatives.

Mra Margaret Spiesman Wau Stileabethht Bey Josaph B Drak Mt Uao MSO Axa Thowan McMahan Mie McMithion Gilters

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