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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1915
Page
8
Washington reports intense concern over the Nebraskan sinking after a mine or torpedo attack. Ambassadors in London examine debris and statements from Captain Greene and officers. Germany delays reply to the president’s note, fueling fears of war escalation and demands for prompt clarity on the vessel’s fate.
With tensions high over the Nebraskan incident, officials consider whether a mine or torpedo caused the explosion. An examination team from London was sent by the American embassy to inspect the Nebraskan upon arrival and determine if a collision with a mine is possible.
New York markets show WHEAT futures July at Fay Butter Creamery and eggs gathering quality. Prices listed for DRESSED POULTRY and FLOUR with creamed butter and bags. Buffalo Livestock Market notes steers and heifers prices and total stock values. Hog quotes show Light Yorkers and Heavies at specific per hundred weight.
National League standings list teams and records with Philadelphia, Brooklyn, St Louis, Pittsburgh, Boston, New York, Chicago, and Cincinnati mentioned. Several games are shown as completed or postponed, including Boston at Philadelphia and Chicago at Detroit, with scattered scores and dates implied. The text also contains International and Federal League standings and scattered minor league results and postponements.
Edna Engel, 17, died in Kenosha Wisconsin after a day at a local factory. She returned home, was frightened by a menace, ran into an empty lot, and fainted. A physician later diagnosed the cause as a tongue sapor from hysteria, marking a tragic incident in the town.
Mrs Arthur HL Noyes was accidentally electrocuted at her Phone Crankton home on May 28 while she plugged a telephone and held the vacuum cleaner handle, completing a short circuit with one hand and the appliance with the other. The incident occurred as she blocked the remgmer with the other hand.
Stephen Tisza, Hungary's prime minister, declares he will wage war to the last breath, denouncing enemies as devils of hell. The controversial remark is met with applause as he speaks before the Hungarian chamber of deputies in Armaturdum on May 28.
Columbus May 22 items report postmaster changes enabling Rural Free Delivery route extensions from Corry to Columbus Pontottico, with community support and business backing. Also covered are a newborn, visitors, a runaway incident, German teacher visit, lodge activities, charity outreach, church notices, and social events reflecting small-town life and regional ties.
A fragmented newspaper ad lists Saturday and Monday sales on tomato soup half price and pineapple juice. It mentions a small can pineapple at 10 cents, canned fruit from a local orchard, red salmon, sausage made from pork, and sour pickled berries with broad discounts.
Nekots outline a June 4 departure to Washington with round trip rail transport and 41.2 taba hotel accommodations plus a Mt. Vernon side trip. Return set for June 17 via Baltimore and Harrisburg or Philadelphia with hopover privileges on the return journey.
An advertisement highlights a $27.50 tour package covering transportation plus 1 to 2 days of hotel stay in Washington and 1 to 4 days in Philadelphia with sightseeing included. Details available from your nearest Ticket Agent or by writing U.P. Fraser Division Passenger Agent in Buffalo New York.
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