17 Oct 1910
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1910
Page
1
In Stamford Coun, a canary saved two lives when a fire in the kitchen knocked Mr. and Mrs. Frank Itera unconscious. The bird’s sudden, ringing call woke Mrs. Itera, who alerted neighbors. Dr Mead arrived and revived both, attributing the near tragedy to the canary’s instinct.
May prove fatal for Watwon Grayne a prosperous farmer after a bull from Sinithtele place charged him as he crossed pasture Mold near Centreton. Greene's daughter witnessed the attack as the animal tossed him and dragged him from safety, leaving him severely injured and feared to die.
In a breezy domestic exchange the blooming daughter of the Nousehold objects to calling Young Mr. Softleigh a popinjay. She argues the label is unwarranted and the mood remains unsettled as the Min't & Jay express doubt about any hopeful change.
An empty sailboat drifted and a young woman vanished after a suspected accident on the river. Reports say the boat swung and knocked the woman from the craft during a crossing as bystanders and a man named Denis reacted with distress. The victim, Miss Eaton, was visiting relatives near Heverly. the incident is tied to Dennis family figures and local connections.
A fragmentary report notes Col. Roosevelt and Harold Stimson visiting together, discussing campaign strategy ahead of gubernatorial events. President Roosevelt did not attend his usual church service, while plans for collaboration with Stimson are described as important for strengthening campaign efforts in a likely upstate Republican contest.
The body of William Thirgess, caretaker for the Brooks estate on Bolton Road and 201th Street in northern Manhattan, was found with a bullet wound and his revolver nearby. Police initially ruled death accidental but Coroner Winterbottom later concluded homicide after a prolonged inquiry. Authorities continue investigations.
Senator Dolliver of Iowa Statehouse dies suddenly from dilation of the heart. His passing shocks colleagues and constituents as officials note his long service and commitment to public welfare. Funeral details are expected to be announced by the party.
A fluently garbled report notes the sudden death of Senator Dolliver from heart dilation. It describes a rapid deterioration as relatives and colleagues react, with mentions of institutional observers and political figures in a tense posthumous moment.
Workers accuse company officials of failing to implement provisions of a recently agreed contract. They contend overtime due under the agreement was not included in their wages, prompting protests and demands for correct payment.
Fog enveloped the Wellman aviators as they progressed toward Europe with engines shut down and limited observations. Reports say favorable conditions were variable while crew members contended with overtime disputes and strike threats from PA railroad workers after a secret meeting in Pittsburgh, pressing management for immediate wage and hour remedies.
Nantucket operator reportedly sighted a balloon with glasses aiding the view as America’s air voyage neared New England. The Seaman’s Lane area awaited further wireless updates while crews on the America and Winship tracked position and status.
Fragmented dispatches describe the wireless plant aboard the America, with experts fearing signal interference from larger steamers and coastal stations. Mrs Wellman says favorable signs suggest a swift American update on the project’s success, while competing reports place the steamer Masaba 1100 miles off Sandy Hook heading toward New York.
Excitement rises along the boardwalk as talk grows on Americas fate and the possible final dash by Papert Vantman. Officials at Washington weigh merit of wireless ship and air safety measures as the vessel nears a critical endurance milestone.
London reports a French dirigible ship completed the Channel crossing from Paris to London in six hours on Sunday. The airship Leveled with smooth flight, started from Lamotte Breud, Paris, and arrived near Wormwood Scrubs, circling St Paul’s Cathedral before landing at 2:20. Designers Clowens and six others were aboard.
In a terse dialogue, Borus and Naggus chide Ascroti and Yeemusa for handling submissions, with playful insults about gullibility and wit. The exchange features mockery of ritual praise and light banter among speakers, framed as a regional broadcast quip.
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