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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1916

Page

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Fifty Thought To Perish In Canadian Hospital Fire

A Canadian hospital fire at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Quebec swept the building early this morning. Fifty believed dead, with several missing and others severely injured. hundreds escaped through windows as fire barriers failed. Investigations focus on unsafe premises and possible arson amid dilapidated conditions and inadequate escape routes.

United Peasy Farnhim Quebec St. Jilsabeth’s Hospital Tayndey Nimes Culdon Athern Ohtt Thu

Villa Ties With New Rebels in El Paso Conference

Report from El Paso states Pancho Villa’s emissaries met junta members forming a new revolutionary party named the Legal ALA. Villa reportedly crossed the Rio Grande on horseback near San Tuares and agreed to head the rebels’ military forces. Wealthy exiled Mexicans are said to back the campaign with funds to pay Villa’s troops. The party’s official paper proclaims aims to topple Carranza and his regime.

el Paso Dollor Emi Pancho Villa Mui Bora Agenta Tetu Rio Grande Tuares Vilin Carranza Io Villiata Wilvar Pur LY Witten Logattuty Carranza al Hie

Franklin High School Closed Today Amid Fever Alert

Franklin High School suspended operations on October 26 due to a suspected smallpox or fever outbreak. The facility will remain closed until Monday as nurses and officials manage the health scare. A young student named Green O’Neill is reported very ill, and a conference with school leaders and the Board of Education discussed the shutdown and a plan for safe reopening. charitable aid efforts included Transportation assistance by the Salvation Army for locals in need.

United Mreaw Franklin Wrank Wo Wieh Bleh School Green O'Nell

Victory over Teutons reshapes European front

United Press dispatches report a broad reduction of German and Austrian influence across Vernayoda and Dobrodja after Danube crossings. Serbian moves toward Monastir are noted, with French and German actions described as shifting infantry positions.

United Press Rome Vernayoda Danube Europe Dobrodja Fproneh Yemulh Daaumont Wresiehne

Pythian and K of P Banquet Highlights Community Event

A detailed report covers a joint banquet by the Knights of Pythias and the Pythian Sisters. The evening featured a formal procession, anniversary observances, and a musical program. Local lodge chapters were active, with multiple orders attending and addressing community ties.

Pythiien Slawora Haya Hoor Ely A& Lhe Corey Cliy Corry

Betting Odds On Wilson Draw Wide Action Across Fields

Betting markets surged as Wilson's fate drew near, with widespread wagers reported from New York to Ohio. Speculators placed large sums at even money on Wilson, while Oulton Press and other outlets tracked sharp bets, including a $250,000 stake and several substantial offers seen in the market. The day showed persistent activity as futures prices swung and headlines teased a potential result.

New York Mtugho Troy Wilton Wiel Wall Hornthy Wilson Weiger Ohio

Death of Mr Hart in Concord Street Area

The community notes the death of Mr Hart after a prolonged illness at his home. He had long been known in the city and recently resided in Kansas. Surviving relatives include Mrs Mary Geralley and several nieces and nephews. A formal obituary will follow with details.

Coneded Ytfont Hark Lar Kansawiy Tia Mary Canrat Concord Streul Ian Huse Mary Avkondrath Misa Eva Mart Krathom David, Dohy Dave Mutt

Entertainments for Miss Bracken

A Jonki wanhor hosts a reception in honor of Miss Wernice Bracken daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Bracken marked by a wedding to Mr Luther Davis at New Castle. An event at Hust Smith week end included a large gift shower and Twenty six invites. A party at the home of Miss Apicken featured a white furniture display and a reception with a full table setup.

Jonki Aroboli Mia Tower of Mio Apicken

Twenty-one Known Dead In Fire Rexat Dealers Big Enterprise

A historic fire claims twenty one Rexall druggists including C C Babbitt & Son. The piece explains the vast national straw vote organized by the Rexall Dealers Association, detailing membership from 140 to 6 000 000 and plans to publish results across Rexall stores and newspapers nationwide.

C. C. Babbitt & Son National Association of Resall Unio C. Daunitl Atu Men Hue Hentawarters Baphou Vulted Drie Company Roxill Driijeista’’ Association Reink Mieke Boston Atlantation

Tragic House Fire Claims Twenty-One Lives At St Helimbeth

United Press reports that twenty-one people, mostly children, perished in a morning fire that destroyed St Hlimabeth’s Hemplnt and adjacent buildings. Bodies found include New Leon. dozen more feared dead. Many survivors, insured, leaped from third floor windows and remain critically injured. Authorities launch probe into fire exits and safety failures.

United Pres Parham Qiebéck Leon Fearn Age

Needlework Guild Ready for Season

The Needlework Guild of the city, led by President Mrs. D. Nust, plans a busy winter with promises of helping prepare clothing and materials. A core meeting is expected to be hosted at the First Presbyterian Church, while members organize charitable work and craft efforts.

D. Nust Uhwall First Presbyterian Chuo Nus Ups

Many More Hallowe'en Subscriptions Reported

Tie Soliciting Committee of the Hallown'en fund report the followliie collections today. An earnest request that those who have not yet paid will do so. Previously acknowledged totals show several small contributions from local businesses and individuals, with a grand total to date of 100.50.

Tia Hallown'en Fund Followliie Kelly News Sound Bell Telephone Co Livermore Alay Tron Works Rabbitt and Son Corry Wrench Co Theol Pranz Bracken Brow Oltizong National Boule Hiron Telephone Co A. Ly Cottrell Becky Cobus

Hughes Leads Foreign Nations to Believe U S Wants War

An analysis argues that foreign powers have been led to think the United States may enter World War I. It claims a dominant Republican element favors intervention, asserting evidence of plans to exploit neighbors in Mexico, with a call for clear public input before action. The piece cites President Wilson’s Shadow Lawn remarks as context.

Hughes United States Repub Mexico Europe Wilkon Nedy

Germans Deal Smashing Blow to Rumanians

Berlin reports a German offense after a bold attack on Ceena Yon ridire and subsequent advances on the Transylvanian border. Russian Romanian lines are described as severely weakened amid renewed German vigor and persistent pressure on front lines.

United Press Berlin Blowin Yon Maceonson

Eastern Star Honors Mr and Mrs Chidester at Golden Wedding

An Eastern Star ceremony celebrated Mr and Mrs Chidester on their Golden Wedding anniversary. Friends attended at the Weyl chapel with Conductress Mrs Rees guiding the event. A formal address by Mr Follett followed, praising years of friendship and the couple’s steadfast union.

Eastern Star Mrs Chidester Momturs Bastien Ayoning Kuidorad Fu Me M. Chlilvathr Chidestar Rees Davidson Chidestar Nodarin Belde Folerta Lin Benern Follone noRnet Anil Corry

Brothers Opposed Appointment At City Hearing In 19th Century

City Commission Wank Laure faced opposition as the appointment of a new administrator was debated at a hearing. Representatives including Walter Le Peale and Kincaid argued for and against the nomination while Nantes and other local figures attended. A late item noted a dairy supply warehouse fire causing a loss around $5,000.

Wank Laure Bian Nantes al Lornay Walter le Peale Wii Nunes Ateny Tt Kincaid Itv Wwillulim Nantes

French Drive Recaptured Douaumont at Verdun

United Press reports Verdun battle events on October 26 as French forces under General Jor Tre assault Verdun after three days of heavy artillery. Observers from Fort Souville and allied posts note French gains including Douaumont, Monnimont, and surrounding forts, with smoke, rain, and advancing troops toward the Crown Prince’s retreat.

United Press Verdun Tanny Souville Flaudromont Monnimont Chenoln Vaiis Fort Dounumont Touaumont Douaumont Abe

President Wilson Visited, Receives Warm Local Welcome

President Wilson passed through Porwaréhiirs on his way to Cinnojuat L whet Arosens. Crowds cheered as he met residents who urged him to speak, but he declined. Reports describe a calm, if crowded, reception and a warm local welcome in a busy Friday evening.

United Tres Wilson Crowis Etary Pulit

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