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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1916

Page

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Pancho Villa Leads Furious Assault on Chihuahua City

Mi Pato, Nov. 24. Reports say Pancho Villa launched a fierce attack against Chihuahua City's defenses as a brutal storm raged. Winds hampered defenders while reinforcements arrived, with observers noting heavy damage to fringing fortifications and disruptions to rail and telegraph lines.

Pancho Villa Chihuahua City Han Thnon Chutunbua Colina Garcia Yunrox Treyina Carole

Seniors Hope to Travel to Washington

The Seniors of the Wet School plan a Washington trip with energetic effort and fund raising. Activities include December events and a drive to fund the excursion, with many members committing to participate.

Washington Winder EO Talus Wing Id Wiliams Elds Bueter Claw

State Board hears Corry Hospital funding request

At a Pittsburgh meeting the State Board of Charities considered Corry Hospital needs for the next two years. Delegates Harry Auer and Jamon let Wright presented the institution's progress and anticipated support. The board took the matter under advisement awaiting legislative authorization.

State Board of Charities Pittsburgh Corry Hospital Harry Auer Jamon Let Wright Fiewda

Runaway Girls Caught By Police In City

Police recaptured seven girls who escaped from the Elawauil Home for Girls at Ghan after a dozen fled last Sunday night. They were found near Third and Walnut streets and identified as Helen Hood fourteen fifteen, Rush Martin fourteen, and Elizabeth Ht sixteen. They were sent to the local detention center overnight and were to be returned to the home today.

Elawauil Ghan Holum Mayo Third Walnut Street Helen Hood Rush Martin Eligabeth Ilnetoss Thor Gilly Gikird

Titusville trolley fare increase approved to six cents

The Titusville Transit Company won city council permission to raise the trolley fare from five to six cents with service hours unchanged. Officials argued the tax relief proposed for five years was rejected, insisting higher fares were needed to fund operations and the growing demand.

Titusville Trolley Trolley Company Titueyie Soy Th. Tuevilla ‘Trantfon Ture

Death of F. M. Welch in Buffalo

Francia M. Welch of Buffalo died suddenly in that city while at work in his offices. He was a prominent merchant and well known locally. Mrs. Welch often visited here, staying with Mrs. Elizabeth Bentey of East Pleasant Street. Survived by two daughters Mrs. L. H. Sucher of North Collins and Mrs. W. W. Vosey of Bevel.

Lyig Eton Sheelyelithiow Fangi Wudlo Atrial Lie Bieter AiniDors Lhly-seuaon Wil Clty Munh Troumia Hoinye Yount Francia M. Welch Buffalo Willie Welch Elizabeth Bentvey East Pleasant Strout Tostdas Mr. Weldish Mra. L. IH

Railroads Ready to Let Wilson Lead Labor Law Plan

United Press reports rail executives plan to back President Wilson in shaping a national labor regulation program to prevent strikes and unrest. They fear proposed measures could be misinterpreted or weakened by labor, and thus rely on the President to craft a plan acceptable to both management and unions.

United Press Washington, DC Wilson Anyords Puttlig Uit

Wreck Injures Nine on Third Avenue Push Parade

New York November 24. A street accident injured nine people, none fatally, during a Third Avenue road rally push. The crowd moved from Third Avenue and 189th Street causing the early morning incident with delays in downtown traffic.

United Pees New York

Archbold of Standard Oil Operated On in New York

New York November 24 United Press reports Archbold, head of Standard Oil, underwent an operation for appendicitis last night. Initial word suggested the operation was performed, with officials indicating a further statement would follow.

United Prove New York Archbold Leninut

Washington Faces Silent Debate Over Submarine Pact Strain

Washington officials report growing public and political strain over submarine pact breaches. Secretary Lanning promises talks as comments from Berlin signal possible further violations and raises concern about international stability amid a tense capital debate.

United Press Washington, D. C Polly Wiriless Lanning Kaw Currier Unis Berlin Bern State Department G Ormany Hibs

Farewell Will of Franz Joseph Sent to People

London reports Franz Joseph I, emperor of Austria, left a farewell will honoring loyal subjects and his army and navy. The aged monarch expresses gratitude, hopes his successor continues royal support, and notes the loyalty shown during both happy and troubled days.

London Pring Joseph Austria Faealtad

Big Holiday High School Alumni Gathering Prepared

Alumni of Gerry Hleh School announce a large holiday dance planned for December 26 at the State Armory. A meeting at North Center Street will finalize seating and banquet details as committees form by class.

Gerry Hleh Unni Vine Hie Nama Dorotty Wilcox North Center Street Fertuy Langesot Nanowaco

Train wreck on Pennsylvania line in Ohio injures none

United Press reports a nocturnal Ohio derailment of Pennsylvania Rail Road Train No. 126 near Kenton as it travels eastbound. Weather and track conditions cited as factors. All aboard remained safe with no serious injuries. investigators inspect the scene.

United Press Kenton

Villistas Expected to Make New Assaults On Chihuahua Today

United States authorities report ongoing concern over the Chihuahua City siege as Villa forces reportedly regroup after a night retreat. Carranza’s defender Trevino faces ammunition shortages while fresh rifle rounds are sent from Juarez in hopes of sustaining an renewed assault. Reports suggest Villa may renew attacks within hours despite signs of retreat. An aviation report notes gunner refugees arriving at Simres around 2:30 AM with several American arrivals aboard.

el Pano United States Yeaturday Chihuahua City Carransa Officiala Adamit Trevino Villistas

Orsova Falls to Austro German Forces

Rumors from Berlin report Orsova, a Romanian city of strategic importance, captured as German and Austro forces advance on the Wallachian front. Allied communications claim transports and naval actions near Mykoni channel with mixed casualty updates and tactical gains north of Monastir.

Orsova

R H H Club year end meeting and charity supper

The R H H club held its year end meeting yesterday afternoon in the Odd Fellows Parlor. Hostesses Mrs Shombongi and Mrs Harriet Love served a fine supper and a display of the work will be shown Tuesday evening. The event supports the 1.0.0 home for orphans at Meadville with a charity box packing and a formal gathering planned with a musical program and carts.

Meadvility Unis Lao Shombongi Harriet Love Werth Tinaday Rebekahs Om Sera Volunterer Committee

Jebels Opposition to Voting Plan

Congressman Liebel voiced opposition to the electoral college change proposals as described in a New York World report. He supports abolishing the archaic system and replacing it with a direct popular vote, aligning with others favoring reform and cautioning against rush to a new arrangement.

Michael Lichel New York Amon Sul Ji -Optiedale Mulriy Dromorenry Mitlal Liebel Nfl Tapill

Maxim Dies In London Inventor of Coriite

London November 14 Sir Aipain Naxtuy, inventor of Coriite and the automatic india herd, died today. He was a brother of Sir Hudson Micxlnu.

Hy United London Aipain Naxtuy Hudson

Weather Snow Tonight and Colder Innm Saturday

Snow tonight and Saturday with colder temperatures expected. Mrs. Ransom McKotway of Spring Creek has been visiting Mrs. Rohort for a short stay, with related social notes included.

Ransom McKotway Spring Creek Rohort

Condemned suspect escapes from county jail

A condemned prisoner, 17 year old Puuasuiawhes, escaped from Willing William Hatin of Sprangies Mali on March 23 while awaiting transportation to New Jeffereen county jail. The escape occurred today as the inmate fled the facility after a failed transfer attempt.

Mali Sharty Jeffereen

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