12 Oct 1915
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1915
Page
1
Early reports claim Bulgarian forces crossed the border near Nichе, advancing southeast toward Niche with 150000 troops under von Mackensen. Italicized dispatches say Serbian and Allied lines resist near Belgrade, with both sides suffering casualties as towns along the Morava and Danube front endure heavy fighting.
A Rambler touring car owned by Jack Starkweather of Jamestown was burned early this morning just west of town near the Corry Brick and Tile Company bridge. Four youths from Jamestown, including Larson Arlyingy, tried to move the stalled car up the grade but a backfire ignited the gas supply, consuming the vehicle in minutes. All occupants escaped unharmed, though one man briefly lost his overcoat while stepping from the car. The four men later checked into the Phoenix Hotel before continuing home on the afternoon train.
October 12 dispatch from Votrograd says Russians broke the Gop Tah Mines near Striba and claimed two German prisoners, ten maxims and several guns were captured. Berlin confirms Von Hindan org has captured fort in the Dyinike rostow per official reports. Weather partly cloudy tonight with possible Wednesday local showers.
Rumor reports from Paris claim Romania is mobilizing rapidly but unclear whether for armed neutrality or imminent war. Confidential dispatches suggest Romania may join and dominate Balkan affairs, with Bulgaria and Serbia reportedly opposing exhausted by fighting.
Thevaulne at the Bgl. Acoot building hosts the first assembly for a proposed night school. Mr. Milon Brown of the high school faculty explains plans to about a dozen young city residents who expressed interest. If turnout warrants, a permanent recitation schedule will be arranged including mathematics and other subjects for all interested.
City officials chaired by Mayor Patterson Chief Davis and City Syllestor Kineild probed the companions of William McElroy after his death. Witnesses from the prior evening described activities at the old Lee House and nearby hangouts. The city warned against liquor access, promising action against any purchase at local saloons and bottling concerns. testimony disputed prior claims about beer handling.
London October 13 British steamer Helizonex of five thousand tons, a major player in South American trade, was destroyed tonight by a German submarine. The Grow Wark reports the crew was saved. The Admiralty did not release the submarine’s name. Copenhagen reports further German losses and rescued crews aboard lifeboats. A second German wharf is said to have been sunk in a separate engagement.
Washington dispatch reports the administration prepared for formal recognition of Venustiano Carranza as head of the Mexican government. A cabinet meeting was called but postponed as officials weigh the plan. Embargoes on arms bound for Mexico and border inspections continue amid cautious actions before any official proclamation. South American and European responses are noted, with Brazil and Guatemala expected to follow the U S lead. In sports news the Red Sox and Phillies seek a fourth world series game, with a Panama Pacific tour planned after the series.
Amsterdam reports Ghent area aviation base hit in an extensive raid by Al Hoe serrators. The invasion involved lusigara planes and drigibles stationed near Ghent with Belgian army headquarters confirming the event.
A liquor dealer named Arthur Dunn arrived in the city amid rumors of a whiskey theft from the Erie railroad freight warehouse at Columbus. Investigators aim to locate the bootlegged cargo and identify suspects linked to the Heavily guarded depot, with rewards possible for tip-offs. Milan meanwhile reports a public fear of snakes as residents avoid streets after dark.
Reports recount a derailment of train 39 near Driftwood between Driftwood and Sinnemahoning. The automatic door release dumped coal, cars fouled the tracks, but no serious injuries occurred as passengers escaped with minor bumps during the abrupt stop. The freight train was en route when the incident happened and authorities cleared the line after about three hours.
United Press reports attorney for H. Piller of Pennsylvania argued at the U S Supreme Court that the condemned man was deprived of constitutional rights. The defense seeks to stay an electrocution pending reviews, asking Governor Brumbaugh for a reprieve to November 4 to allow time for appeal.
The O'Connor company extends its confectionery units on Ordway Avenue by adding a second wing, increasing capacity to five thousand loaves daily. Machinery is being installed with care to meet high cleanliness standards as a public introduction is planned for visiting patrons.
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