23 May 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1919
Page
1
A major blast at the Douglas company plant in Gedur Rapids on a May night killed ten workers and injured many others. Fire crews battled flames. several are hospitalized with severe burns. Officials estimate damages around one million dollars as investigators probe the cause.
The Salvation Army launches a Doughnut Day fundraiser in Corry with local drives to raise eight thousand dollars citywide and five thousand countywide. Adjutant Smith and Major De Mosay urge broad support, noting wartime roots and ongoing aid to the needy. A funeral for Rev. J. W. Wilson is set for Maple Avenue with services at the M. H. Church and interment in Pine Grove cemetery.
United Press reports the Council of Four discussed Austria’s pact and the German delegation’s stance on the right to hold formal talks. Officials from Britain France Italy and the Soviet Union weighed the terms and possible timelines as tension rose over future negotiations.
Report from May 2 notes changes proposed by German negotiators after receipt of Allied concessions. Officials plan new discussions as Chancellor Belieidemann personnel prepare to meet with Mroakidorti Ranteaw in Tokyo tonight to discuss terms and possible alterations.
United Press report from May 23 notes rough seas and strong winds delaying the NC4 flight from Ponta Delgada. Naval weather conditions improve later, with crews preparing for a possible launch if conditions allow.
Corry residents testified as thieves entered two mills on West Washington Street, stealing cash and damaging property. A Public Service Commission hearing continued on gas supply adequacy for Corry, with officials noting shortages during severe winters and potential rate changes to reduce consumption.
Confusing OCR text reports washouts and delays on trains near Pennsylvania with mentions of Renovo and a marine-related event. The readable elements describe hours of hold ups, late arrivals, and cautious shouts amid a disrupted timetable.
The Gun Club schedules a practice shoot for tomorrow afternoon at the Worth range. Officials say events include clay pigeon trials with prizes for top performers. Members and spectators are invited to attend and watch the various competitions.
Special to the Journal reports Father Joseph M. Calley a well known priest of the Erie area died this afternoon after a several day illness. The Rev Fathers Pent Stephen and Charley Cauley were at his bedside. The M.E. church bond members are asked to attend the funeral tomorrow afternoon. A local cattle shipment noted twenty cows delivering 622 pounds of milk at this morning’s weigh-in.
A letter from Mortimer S. Aston urges Corry Journal readers to back the Salvation Army campaign. He requests contributions toward the fund, noting a goal of 4000 dollars and praising the Army’s work for the poor in Carey.
The social section reports a district convention in Warren with a business session and a Tyre delegation arriving tomorrow. A concert by Madame Guill, a large vintage sale, and a varied program from operas to lyric songs are promised. The year book committee met at Mrs. Wight’s to plan Readers program with Mrs. Wight chairing. Daughters of Teabelia and Knights of Columbus chapters held meetings. monthly reports for clinic staff were urged and a memorial gun salute is planned at Mt E church.
The forecast indicates a unsettled pattern with a chance of showers tonight and again Saturday. Skies remain mostly cloudy as a cold front passes, bringing light winds and cooler temperatures by weekend’s end. Local highs stay in the mid 60s with overnight lows dipping into the 50s.
A garbled dispatch from United Press notes a serious eruption at Stromboli with incomplete details. The fragmentary text references steam and activity but lacks clear dates, figures, or official statements.
Readable fragments describe the annual convention of the District S S Association at Lib 0 uity with Bodie in charge. It lists churches and groups expected to participate including Methodist and Presbyterian affiliations and sessions from morning to afternoon with musical programs and officer elections.
United Press reports official Washington states Pershing orders precautionary movements as Allied corps prepare for possible German resistance. Germans may face tightened controls while Americans guard against disruption. A list of captured cannons is distributed to Liberty Bond supporters, medals issued by the U S Treasury honor patriotic service. Mrs. Andrews under nurse care in Erie with Bertha Castor assisting.
A fragmented notice reports on the nominating committee work at a university hospital board. It lists individuals such as Elena Havitoetil and others, detailing proposed officers and a central supervisory panel, with dates and names obscured by garbled OCR.
A fragment from a town notice reports Captain Little will address the public this evening at Algete. It mentions a ceremony involving local officials and a potential public presentation connected to a patriotic or civic project.
The Motor Club convenes this evening with reports on road improvements near Harrisburg and progress by the State Highway Department. Secretary Maral notes a supply of bonsai material and urges all motorists to attend. Dr. Ballaed of Ocean Grove will speak, and the club notes the recent death clarification of Mrs. Wilson, with a correction of the date from 1909 to 1911.
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