04 Oct 1915
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1915
Page
1
Dispatches report Russia will declare war on Bulgaria tomorrow as tensions rise across Europe. London and Paris express cautious approval of Russia’s move, with Romania poised to stay neutral and Greece expected to join the war effort against the Central powers.
Hy United Press reports Bucharest October 4 that General Mackensen with about 240000 Austro German troops has reached the Serb border awaiting the Tocn drive on Constantinople. More than two thousand guns of large calibre are massed for the expedition. Headquarters are said at Veravos with Mackensen in charge of the sector near Pina. Sworn rumors claim Mackensen and several army corps withdrawn from the Minak region for a new Balkan campaign.
United Press reports nine men rescued from Lehigh Coal and Navigation tunnel are improving and likely to recover after ten days trapped. Twelve others are in good condition and able to tell the tale. George Lawnick and younger party members among those rescued survived by nibbling food from lunch baskets and drinking water.
A truncated weather note reports colder conditions with changing wind and light precipitation. Forecast calls for shifting polar air and a drop in temperatures across the region, with potential for frost at night and cautious travel in light snow or sleet.
District Attorney Jackson announced twelve men will be arrested this afternoon on criminal charges of election fraud. The vote count was paused before noon as poll totals were transferred to the city tally, with glaring irregularities found in Prothonotary and Alderman contests. Several candidates across precincts vow to oppose the election boards. A notable fraud case involves the first precinct of the Prothonotary ward.
Chief of Police Davth reported a man found this morning claiming a team of bay horses weighing about 1100 pounds with harness were stolen from North Bawt. A separate note mentioned a large vehicle and a truck number 192140 being stolen from the Altents. The informant said both thefts were linked and headed toward Dithin.
Petrograd reports that the Cross of St. George has been awarded to a Russian woman for the second time, sister Mercy Ivanova died in battle while serving with a Ruslan company. The lone prior female recipient was Maria Dunby who led a notable operation in Golona.
United Press reports from London that Bulgaria did not respond by two o'clock London time regarding the Sofia situation. It is believed the Rus joint party to Sofia may already be in position, while Moscow is expected to offer only vague statements and no clear concession.
New York October cotton prices rose after a government crop report downgrade. October futures hit 12.8, December futures 12.4 as weather and rainfall fueled declines. War stocks slumped sharply, wiping out holdings. Samuel Untermyer warned the public against war stock losses and a market crash.
A World War II era note reports Allied aircraft bombarding the German base at Zee Brugge on October 4. It states one plane was shot down and another forced to land, with the remaining crew member rescued. The attack caused aerial losses and several fighters tailing to Soruen Tuy.
Athens October 4 The government confirms that Anglo French troops have landed near Salonica and will assist mobilization for action against Bulgaria. The lines were taken over to ease transport, and disembarkation is proceeding though the exact point is not yet known. The move signals a significant role for the allied forces in the upcoming operations.
A Sparks Brothers Circus delegation sought winter quarters in the city, aiming to display a large herd of stock and establish a wintering site. The Corry Fate and Delving Park Association hosted the inquiry, with previous wintering at Rowubke Virgil. Outcome remains uncertain as negotiations continue.
The war report says French forces continue north of Arras with no major gains, while German assaults on new positions failed. Claims of progress toward Vimy include the seizure of a key crossroads near Wit No 119. French aviators reportedly dropped forty bombs on the Bablous R. Ry station at Meaux. Weather and artillery actions limited fighting on the Artois front.
Fragmentary report claims squadrons appeared near Salonica and Vieni amid rail hub links to Belgrade during tensions with Serbia. Unverified military movements linked to Bosnian troops aiding Serbia if a break with Austria occurs.
A report from Philadelphia today indicates George Kunkel of Dauphin County will be appointed to the United States Supreme Court seat left by late Justice Elkens. The selection is seen as likely after formal action by the court and doorsteps suggest possible confirmation in coming weeks.
The City Commission meets this evening to discuss reports from departments and possible items before the council. A court of appeal may be held on the West Wayne sewer project on Smith Street. The Street Supt and City Engineer Dickson may present results of recent negotiations and the proposed $ for a new dump wagon. The city engineer is expected to submit preliminary paving specifications for Surlog and Pisowant streets.
A general membership meeting of the Board of Commerce aid industry is set for this evening in Cameron building offices. County Farm Agent Lehman will speak, outlining the new farm bureau and seeking the board’s cooperation. Members are urged to attend for reports from the Board of Directory and committees and to share ideas.
Gosia October 4 government denies German officers arrived to run Bulgarian Airways and mobilize. Premier rejects a commercial pact with Germany and states no agreement exists. Public alarm grows as political dissension surfaces amid escalating wartime tensions.
Corry residents travel to Erie for the annual Pennsylvania Blaze Sunday School Association convention. A large delegation from Corry will join auto parades, open the event at 7:30 p.m., and hear speakers like Rev W Hathonny and P G Knox. The program includes a one hundred year peace celebration and a 1000-car parade to showcase the men’s movement in Sunday School work.
An accident Saturday damaged two autos near Georgetown Street when a Buick driven toward this city from Philtey collided near the Alexander Tate on the Hace Gredke Fond. Mrs Lynch of North Qentter Street owned the large Hilck and suffered major damages. the other vehicle, owned by Mn Weekerd, could not be moved. The occupants found alternative transportation home while one car was towed to Ullette.
The death occurred at the Corry Cancer Sanatorium early yesterday morning. Mr. River, 60, a resident of Guimberland, had been ill for two years and had been at the sanatorium in this city about four months. He was attended by Honey Rikon and his remains were shipped to his family’s home.
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