21 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1919
Page
1
A fragmented note from a local page hints at mild weather and a calm travel route. It references a warm air mass, a ridge, and unclear travel conditions, with no specific dates or places readable in the surviving text.
A chaotic late night report cites ongoing longshoremen strike unrest despite mayoral efforts to broker peace. Readers are kept abreast of conflicting statements from officials and labor leaders amid stalled talks and threatened port disruptions.
United Press reports the Cleveland steel strike remains largely inactive as workers at most plants stay away. Only one plant operates with about four hundred workers reported to be on duty, while others show minimal attendance and the strike’s effectiveness appears reduced.
President issues a private statement approving a plan to address possible disruptions at the industrial conference. He urges unity and outlines discreet steps to manage personnel tensions and potential strikes impacting labor and industry nationwide.
United Press reports a street clash erupting after a German opera performance at a New York City theatre. Police and civic figures clashed with protesters as calls for postponing the show arose amid tense exchanges and injuries.
A garbled report from a 1920s era press notes a proposal for aerial mail service in San Francisco. The piece cites postal officials and congress discussions about establishing an aerial port at a southern location, with unnamed activists and officials weighing feasibility and approval timelines.
Unclear report from Pittsburgh Ont describes injuries after a strike riot near Bradidoce Home Kore. Eyewitnesses say Pestle were rushed to the scene while responders offered aid. Workers from Rynkla involved, with authorities investigating the cause of the disturbance.
Washington October 21 report says union leaders discussed possible railway walkout with four railroad brotherhoods. A conference aimed to prevent disruption and avoid sympathy strikes. Uncertainty remains whether workers will join a strike or rely on leave actions.
Washington October 1 The state department went today making arrangements for the funeral of Count Celere, tallan ambassador, who died at the Emergency hospital last night after undergoing operation. The funeral plans were not yet completed, with officials and diplomats awaiting word from the family.
A young man named Cecil Hudson, son of a local family, died instantly after colliding his motorcycle with a freight locomotive at a crossing on the West Bank at Pittburgh Road. Eyewitnesses described his rapid approach as the train bore down, with investigators and a coroner’s inquest outlining the sequence of events and braking efforts. Local testimony noted Hudson had been hunting earlier that day and was heading home when the fatal crash occurred near Smith Street.
The Guy Commission convened Monday evening to discuss street improvements including the Rast street and Hifth street projects. A city solicitor opinion on the electrical contract with the Lighting company was presented, detailing maintenance duties and pole placements, with the city awaiting bids and a 30 day wait for final passage of Bill 448.
A derailment near Work Smith Street crossing injuries a Hudson aide in a crash blamed on brake issues and inadequate safety gates. The funeral for the fallen man, a World War veteran with Company A, will be held at 11:30 Friday at 5406 Paste Street, with services to follow. Local mourners include his family and friends as the community offers sympathy.
Reports from United Press describe the siege of Petrograd advancing, with Bolshevik forces favorable and major detachments engaged. The text mentions movement toward key areas, civilian disruption, and widespread propaganda affecting morale, while noting uncertain specifics due to garbled wording.
A report details residents' renewed opposition to rising gas rates, recounting a 30 year old protest where demonstrators urged lower charges. The piece cites a city resident’s expectation of renewed activism as a company plans new rates and the public seeks rate relief.
United Press reports Washington on October 21 that a widespread coal strike kept workers idle but the bituminous mines nonetheless achieved record yearly output totaling about 24,000 tons as public consumption quickly rose while public officials noted favorable conditions in the market despite disruptions.
Partly cloudy conditions persist with a thin band of showery activity possible later. Temperatures remain mild, with light winds from the southwest and a low around the mid forties.
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