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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1916
Page
2
Fragmented dispatches discuss President Wilson and US policy toward Britain during tension over German actions and Mexican events. The text mentions neutrality, diplomacy, and opposition to aggressive measures while weighing American aid and arms for possible conflicts.
A health committee head warns preventable illnesses kill tens of thousands, more than war, urging mothers to avoid harmful practices and to seek safe remedies. The report highlights castor oil claims and cautions against unsafe preparations and adulterated products.
A tornado struck Kemp City and surrounding areas damaging a hotel and dozens of houses. Three fatalities are reported along with many injuries as residents seek shelter and aid after the storm. The town of about 300 people faced severe destruction with buildings crushed and debris strewn across the landscape. Rescue crews worked through the night as federal and state aid coordinates efforts.
The text outlines Abraham Wilcox Abrahiyn Wilcox’s later years marked by hardship and memory loss. It notes his age around thirty and references his journeys, readings, and final movements near Rochoatar, N V, with mentions of Mohgon and Mort Woetly.
The Senate debated a military bill with partial endorsement and concerns over balance. Proponents touted troops numbers and training camps while critics warned of imperfect compromise, emphasizing readiness and the nation’s evolving defense posture.
May 20 Franklin workers from the Franklin Foundry Company Protich Grok Foundry and Vondago Minimouringom plants walked out seeking an eight hour day and a minimum wage of 3.75. About fifty men at each plant joined the strike. the Franklin plant of American Soul Foundries remained active as management planned to consult with the home office. A spokesman said eighty men gathered at the Central Labor Council Hall. strike began after a seven hour walkout Friday afternoon.
The Erie Herald reports Judge Walling won the primary election by a clear majority, securing the nonpartisan nomination for the upcoming office. Walling led the vote across the entire precincts, with supporters praising his qualification and vision for the term beginning in November.
Warren May 21 approximately 14 000 votos. In the county council the expenditure stood about 2 800 dollars, about 150 more than two years ago. The report notes preparation and counting costs, with several local names and places mentioned.
Voters in the county favored Penrose candidates with totals listed into the top dozen. The governor’s supporters lag behind rivals in the field, with figures showing Baker Oliver Hatchcock and others among the leading names.
A garbled notice touts a product Adlerfkg claimed to aid digestion by purporting dramatic bowel effects. The text mentions a “one spoonful” dose, a supposed rapid result, and a quirky creator.
Advertisement lists a florist’s services and shop details at Golumbus Avenue and N. Coxtar, near the trolley line, with Bell Phone 200-R, promoting home and garden enhancement products.
A local note references Bulgarian tea and a discovery linked to Burk hardt's Art Shop run by Mrs J Slattery with a hate notice denning junk. It lists Catt oy the Hell tilophond No 89 3 and G G Hastman at 61 Wont Columjuy Avorn.
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