21 May 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1919
Page
1
A garbled text fragment mentions kidneys illness illness and drink related health claims. It references authorities and possible medical remedies or substances but the meaning is unclear and heavily distorted.
A fragment notes Corry Pennsylvania listing licenses on hand for specialists. The terse item references 80 and an Or specialist, with Corry noted as the location and Corry PA as the area for the licenses.
A partial readable line references a numeric score or time. The fragment mentions per TS and numbers with letters, but the full context and entities are unclear. The item reads as a clipped sports or timing note without complete details or names.
The U B church held its quarterly meeting at the UH venue. Reports showed full participation across departments with junior work progressing well. A move to launch a 10000 next month to propel mission efforts was approved, along with congregational unity in support of a large financial campaign. Governor Horoul nominated W. 24, Maral as Allifman for second ward.
A battered clipping reports a wartime women’s congress approving a call for a global strike if a new war begins. The resolution urges women worldwide to declare a great international strike unless war is sanctioned by major powers and the League of Nations.
Women’s Tent Association members gathered in Warren for the Iowa state convention. Great Sunday of events included songs, 34 candidates presented for the full slate, and remarks by officials such as Nelly E. Tombmbury and Elizabeth F. Brown. Local attendees from Corry included Mrs J H Young and others.
Albany May 21 United Press reports the board of directors will convene this evening to discuss routine year end matters. The gathering will elect officers headed by President Frank Lawrie and review affairs for the year ending June 1. Dr Thomas Tiwal, deputy state commissioner of education, resigned to head Pennsylvania's educational system. Dr Finegan also connected with New York schools.
The 80th Division advances from Brest en route to the United States. Reports indicate placement of troops for embarkation and expected arrival within ten days. Transport details include ships Rot Tentant Pink Mobile and New Jersey carrying about 20,000 troops. Major General Cronchily leads efforts as units await orders for homecoming amid convoy movements and anticipated landings.
World news reports a thwarted Hungarian revolution attempt in Budapest with arrests and seizures as authorities confront White Guards and conspirators. Officials of the government move to suppress the plot amid broader unrest.
Washington May 21 weather conditions slowly improve as the Navy reports a final attempt to complete the trans Atlantic flight from Newfoundland to Lisbon may be possible. Captain Towers and Commander Reed lead the ship to the Atlantic while awaiting better winds and reduced rain before launching from Ponta Delgada.
In Washington on May 21, a debate over woman suffrage in the House drew lively discussion. Representative Mano pressed for action while critics from North Carolina urged minority rights and procedural delays. The chamber considered whether to proceed with amendments in a divided session, marking a pivotal yet tense moment in the long suffrage effort.
Representative Pawson opposes a bill repealing the nonpartisan city election law. The measure would affect appointive and at large council methods, and the bill's sponsor, Senator M. de Towle, faces opposition from Dawson and others. The plan is to repeal the whole nonpartisan law for city elections in general. Committees report to Harrisburg legislature tomorrow.
Local residents will attend a Thursday public hearing on gas supply issues. The Public Service Commission faces questions about adequacy of supplies, pricing during shortages, and consumer protections. Regulators and officials from Erie and surrounding counties will hear testimony and review proposed measures to assure steady gas delivery.
Erie report details Claude Kelley being taken to the penitentiary after a murder conviction. The piece mentions attempts by authorities, confessions, and multiple other burglars tied to a university break in, with various aliases and cross‑references across towns.
Assistant pastor Father Joseph Cauley of St Patrictely fell critically ill with cerebral menigitia in Erie City. Five doctors attended. Dr McCarthy, his physician, struggled to save him as prayers and hope rise for an early recovery.
A state of siege has been proclaimed throughout West Prussia, according to Berlin dispatches received this morning. The area largely covers territory ceded to Poland under Allied and German terms. Weather forecast calls for showers, with cloudy and cool conditions later.
Advertisements announce bids due Monday for road improvements in Erie County. Projects include two mile segment on the Meadville route from Walon township toward Wayne and a five mile stretch near North East on the Findley Take road, with details provided by county officials.
Reports from Pittsburgh this morning show district totals through today for Erlesonfor oncons tricts into Methodist Cemetery. Clarion North 165,075 West Clarion 48,437 Trio 351,000 Tamestown 899,105 Meadville 9 070 New Castle 141,480. Conference total 1,414,164.
An article fragment notes Captain Little will speak Friday night amid a sports event. It mentions engagement details and reactions within the crowd and provides a glimpse of participants and activities around the talk. The piece references various figures and locations in a historical sports or community setting.
A decipherable fragment notes Dr. Le Sourd slated to appear Thursday evening at 4 o'clock. The text wanders through garbled names and places including references to Morlidiat, Amritane, and New York, with scattered mentions of medical topics, audiences, and a service plan, but the core item is the scheduled appearance of Dr. Le Sourd on Thursday evening.
Private Daud Glas arrived in the city from Camp Dis after early discharge. Private Olds, part of the 32nd Division, reached Camp Ley on May 29 1538 and later served in France before being sent to Bologil and northern Germany. He endured hardship at Rongsdorf Germany, dying in the line of duty. He was warmly welcomed at the station this morning by many friends.
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