08 Nov 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1919
Page
1
United Press dispatch reports that American forces in France are expected to be home by Christmas. The war effort continues with logistics a concern as troops prepare for transportation home and demobilization planning proceeds through December.
A ceremonial inspection at Post 70 featured Assistant Inspector Dyke from Mion City leading a guard of honor with regiments from Pennsylvania Ohio and New York. The event included a fine program led by Mrs George Vattervan and assistance from several named attendees, followed by a complimentary supper. No further inspection of Post 70 occurred.
Shenfiield Nov planing mill of G W Henderson destroyed by fire of unknown origin. Fire started in engine room and spread within minutes, with total loss estimated at 15 000 and insured. Also notes Red Cross membership drive progress and 100 percent enrollment reported from local firms including Alex Troy Works and Mohawk condensed Milk company.
In Tuilinnapolla on November 8 officials of the United Mine Workers of America were ordered by Federal Judge Anderson to withdraw the strike call that would have mobilized 400000 members. The union was told to halt the strike by November 11 at noon.
A railroad order freed coal held in city yards and delivered to users after government ban restrictions eased. A shipment to Uke Corry's Joob company relieved a furnace shortage, with plans to resume business Monday if coal arrivals continue. The Barlow Nadwark company and others had halted operations but restarted as coal orders arrived.
City assessors have finished valuations for tax purposes in 1920 subject to revision by the board of appraisal at the Library building next Tuesday and Wednesday. No changes to valuations from last year except additions for new buildings or extensive repaint. Property owners taxed for public improvements may gain from these changes.
A Presbyterian Congregational meeting is set for next Monday evening November 10 in Tabernacle to decide on petitioning the Presbytery to dissolve the pastoral relationship. A further church vote on November 11 and November 30 is planned to accommodate other members and finalize arrangements with authorities.
Colum bus dispatch reports the wets claim a one vote lead amid national prohibition ratification counts. Hours show 402,?02 to 400,? and missing counties believed dry strongholds. Final result uncertain, with deadlines and counts unsettled into next week.
Reports describe a strong earthquake in Italy with tremors reaching Rome and the upper Tiber valley. Communications are down in parts of the valley and Arezzo reports damage as fear grows for residents and property. the tremor extends northwest for about 200 miles.
A distorted report cites heated remarks about students being approached by evangelicals in public schools. The piece frames concerns about religious outreach, urging restraint and questioning rights to proselytize on school grounds amid broader debate over church versus state in education.
The Public Service Commission postponed a rate hike for Exley Corey and Warren gas customers until December 12 after hearings on Erie and Warren protests. The plan delays any higher charges for sixty days from November 5, with final commission action expected by mid-December.
A fragment from a church service attended by local high school students describes a pastor’s talk on worldly life versus Christian commitment. The speaker recounts personal struggles and a teenage woman’s question about giving up dancing to join the body of Christ, highlighting themes of self denial and spiritual priorities.
Fragmented OCR text reports a man in Kane accidentally shot yesterday. The account mentions a hospital, a brain injury, and medical staff, with uncertain details about the incident location and involved individuals. Further readable fragments refer to emergency responders and potential burial or treatment sites, but specifics remain unclear.
News reaches of Ken Gilson arriving in London after a two week voyage via Trou, Borgen, and Yorke. He traveled with Wenhith Gilkon Wil Wile ab Lanian and was met by Mr Gilson and Mrs Gilson of Maple Avenue. The party plans to stay in London for Sew Yt while awaiting Corry.
Fragmentary weather note mentions Worthire and nearby areas with unclear details. Possible references to temperatures and conditions are unreadable. No decisive forecast or measurements can be confirmed from the fragment.
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