14 Nov 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1919
Page
1
The D A R urges buying American goods this holiday season to foster patriotism and support domestic production. Messages emphasize citizens and children should buy American made items to strengthen national pride and economy during Christmas.
Police seized a package on a New York street containing 20,000 counterfeit membership cards for a radical organization. The raid uncovered that 45,000 members were linked to the group in the city and a hearing into the charges continued with evidence presented about an alleged plan to rally supporters.
A Maryland hearing on the legality of the prohibition act is set for Baltimore. District attorney and representing government officials prepare to address the court. An Arlington law firm discusses supporting actions in Providence and Dyville.
report from Altoona on illicit distilling activities. authorities seized two tons of gelatine and a large quantity of whiskey found at a camp. one suspect identified as a local operator was detained as part of the investigation.
Disjointed reports from Wath to Olympia describe fea r of invasion by radicals. Dispatches claim armed groups threaten Olympia the capital as authorities seek to quell unrest. Prisoners reportedly moved and local supporters of radical causes rounded up in multiple cities including Spokane.
President Poincare and his wife departed England after a five day state visit. They traveled through the night to Dover and then proceeded to their waiting train. The departure was marked by ceremonial salutes and receptions with representatives of King George VI and the British government. Crowd cheers, artillery volleys, and naval air displays accompanied the farewell as the French leader headed toward France escorted by a French squadron.
A campaign drive announced yesterday will continue for several more days in the city after permission from the state authorities. The effort aims to reach those not yet enrolled and encourage participation before the end of the enlistment period.
United Press reports the funeral for Senator Martin of Wingins is held today in Charlotterville after a thirty hour travel of mourners. Attendees include many Ben a toy Jeft hotel guests and others, with the Senate adjournment and treaty debate noted amid the solemn ceremony.
The Journal reports rising complaints about unregulated slot machines operating locally. Citizens urge Chief of Police Frank and Mayor Alexander to intervene as youths wager nickels, some machines redeeming tickets as merchandise.
United Press reports a Mitchell Field bombing plane left Mineola at 7:00 am for a non-stop flight to Chicago. The craft, after arrival from Nova Scotia, carried $1,000,000 worth of express freight to demonstrate freight pattern feasibility. Takeoff occurred in a strong headwind with temperatures at the freezing point.
Officials plan definite steps on locating a proposed workhouse in northwestern Pennsylvania. The Erie County meeting will decide the site and waste disposal for the facility, with prior discussions ongoing for months and no final location chosen yet.
In Wilmington Delaware on November 14 sirens and patrols were deployed to curb a fresh flare of violence following the murder of a councilman. A white vs black confrontation left one injured and another seized amid rioting. Police used force to restore order and guard the town.
United Mine Workers and mine operators held tentative talks in Washington focusing on wage hikes and labor control. Leaders warned that without a settlement the stalemate could intensify, with union negotiators insisting on concrete concessions and a swift conclusion to the dispute.
A reci tal and concert at St Thomas Church is announced for next Wednesday evening November 200. Prof Percy Le Sueur will direct with several numbers and a quartet. William Sprague of Avenue Presbyterian and Miss Hillrod Phommaon will perform as part of the program. Weather forecast expects tonight and Saturday with tempered temperatures and light west winds.
A large crowd gathered as Evangelist Miller preached against dancing and urged abstinence during a daylight saving era referendum gathering. Hundreds pledged to abstain from dancing and to influence others, with a delegation from nearby towns attending despite poor road conditions.
A community program outline lists today and evening services, including a large delegation, a band, and a 10:90 start for a program. A dinner from 12 to 1, followed by services, a Ghany taqua program, instrumental music, readings, and evangelist Miller leading an evangelistic meeting at 780 Bodster-Chorna with strong church involvement.
Keystones win the season opener as McKinney leads scoring efforts. Williams, Blair, Browers and Crandall contribute solidly in a strong overall team performance amid steady crowd support and coaching staff satisfaction.
Spokane report says six alleged lenders of an internal lodge scam are being hunted as sixty members are held in protective custody after an escape with lodge funds. Police pursue leads amid chaotic scenes following Friday night incidents.
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