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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1917
Page
1
May 22 session of the House heard a bill granting $12,300 from state funds for the Watvtwaaane of Corry Hospital in Corry Ma. The proposal moved to the Appropriations Committee and was likely to gain favorable committee action in the week ahead.
United Press report from Amsterdam May 22 states the German government will send Socialist delegates to a Stockholm conference while excluding one linked to recent unrest. The move signals Berlin’s plan to ensure loyalists attend, as Russian Socialists prepare for a separate in Stockholm urging all nations to join.
New York reports plan for a major conference among the Entente powers to determine war aims and the postwar course. A new powers congress is to be held within a few days with representatives from all allied nations to participate in shaping the future strategy.
A shooting at a fair is attributed to jealousy. William Boggs sustains bullet wounds to the left arm and leg. A woman named Maude Borgs was arrested and jailed on a charge of shooting with intent to wound.
Frank Bradt leaves Surburgh headquarters with the FINK Regiment of Engineers and heads to Pittsburgh for training with his unit at Oakmont Park. He has been employed at the Whittioney plant, and his departure is met with mixed feelings as he likely sails for France after the training period.
District Deputy NI Darlinie announces no parade or display at this year’s BPOE convention and Grand Lodge assembly in Boston. Officials state topics focus on national matters and refuse any public display while planning fund support for the American Red Cross.
The forecast calls for rain tonight followed by cooler conditions and cloudy skies tomorrow. Strong winds are unlikely with a subdued temperature drop across the region.
A quorum allowed a resumed session of Wine trove somnelery Association where stockholders elected a 15 member board. Names listed include J. Alexander, Hagley, Mirtingwane, Gibby Culwall, Colegrove, Roane, Han drowek, Kibjor, Lourie, Marsh, Palmer, Wilcos, Rowe and others. Officers reappointed: President Marshall View, Secretary Rowe, Treasurer Milner, Manager Alexander. Board adjourned after readings.
Five boys aged seven to fourteen were rescued from an eastbound freight train near Jamestown and brought to Waterboro. They identified themselves as Eyenta Cirlson Norman Bell Edward Russell Harmen Max Cook, and were held in the jail’s German department until their guardians arranged return to Jamestown.
Several years of service as deliverymen are noted as Crapser's Grocery market buyers take over the Sanitary Fish Market. The new owners Will and co. plan two country runs weekly and will continue existing services, including delivery, with Mr. Hasbrouck also involved in land and ventures.
Raymond workers vote to return to Raymond plant under company offer after a meeting last night. Leaders urged acceptance while several employees remained off duty. the strike end follows a pattern of contingencies and management assurances.
Mayor proclaims a city Clean-Up Day on May 24 allowing residents to burn refuse under suspended ordinances. Officials say collection begins morning May 25 with caution advised as crews manage waste removal and fire safety.
Washington reports state the shells used by American forces in the Spanish American War were produced for the government and some stockpiles on ships were provided during the conflict. In Madrid, deadly riots Sunday killed ten and injured fifty as troops struggled to quell mob violence and looting.
United Press reports a fatal collision on the B and C line near Gladenburr. Twelve people died and many were injured when a freight train struck a passenger vehicle. Police, rail workers, and emergency crews responded to the crash scene. Local authorities initiated investigations and arranged medical aid for the injured.
Last night the city commission discussed ordinances, bids for the police department motorized equipment, and wage increases for the street department. They endorsed a special ordinance to curb fireworks, reviewed printing work costs, and considered sewage plant plans in light of war conditions and current costs.
London reports that the Mexican government has filed a note with the Berlin foreign office protesting allied and nimeline warfare and seeking to protect neutral trade. Mexican ambassador in Berlin met the German foreign secretary after lengthy discussions.
A dispatch reports state allocate funds to hospitals and institutions with multiple appropriations. It notes a $248,000 grant for Belocher Home and related support for workers on the Mexican border, plus $119,000 in another appropriation and additional sums for state needs during the period.
A missive from a Jewish publication states an unsuccessful plot to kill War Minister Kerenski in Petrograd. Kerenski reportedly escaped unharmed and all conspirators are under surveillance.
Vollebt will open the evening with a ceremony to welcome new members. A lodge officer list includes Mr Frivar and Sovereign Wye, with speakers and a roomier room for the function. The Stile Manager and others prepare to present the event to attendees in a formal lodge setting. A morning note says members expect to enter the hall around dusk for the proceedings.
A representative at the Behtity Mice firm arrives in the city to pursue sale of the Corry Conor Sanatorium property. The facility has operated with notable cures but faces liquidation as a court action closes the corporation and ends its business at Muir Mit street.
Pity Solettor Kincaid and the Ingut Lent of Bee and Warren with other municipalities in the Tait are preparing evidence for the Public Service Commission hearing on gas rate increases. Kincaid said no date is set yet. rumors of a late fall session are unfounded. Prominent Wareen men with long experience in gas work are aiding, and strong evidence is being gathered to show how rate increases affect the public.
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