28 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1919
Page
1
A damaged OCR page narrates a violent plot to kidnap a young widow for ransom and details a complex social schedule. Names include Floyd Gray, Edie Kenhey, and Algorn Wonkett among others. Interwoven are society events from a Downey Street store event to a Corry charity ball and music recital notices.
A lake boat of 281 feet length named Meamor sank at 4 30 during a gale near Hors Ani Wna. Ten men reported drowned as a second wave pulled the vessel from the pier and swept the crew into the water. Captain Miller led a rescue effort but several passengers and crew remained unaccounted for.
Knoxville reports a broad sympathy strike ordered by labor groups amid tensions with local press. Police and crowd control efforts clash as workers rally in streets. newspapers face intimidation and circulation issues as authorities gauge mayoral response.
United Press report from Washington outlines Belgium’s king and queen facing a joint congressional inquiry. Leopold and his wife are expected to discuss Belgian government’s stance, with possible relocation to avoid war pressures. The scene centers on diplomacy as Belgium seeks support amid global conflict.
A scarce readable notice reports authorities warning profiteers in New York against hoarding and price inflation. Federal agents seized about 4 900 000 pounds of food in Brooklyn, with the owner claiming purchase from the government and facing action.
Bodies of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Yagear of Watts Flats and John Carter, Jr. of Hoar Turkey, who recently died in Washington, D C, arrived in the city this morning. Mr. Carter’s body was taken to Bearbake for burial while the Yagears were to be interred locally. Relatives and local residents, including Mr. Yagear and Mrs. Carter, are cited as well known here. Funeral arrangements will be announced.
Cardinal Mercier arrives in Pittsburgh amid rain for a wedding described with ornate details. Bride May Bartholme wears chiffon taffeta and carries pink and white flowers. May groom bears naval accents while Alice Cattinns acts as driver and wears pale plum satin. Attendants and guests linked to Waterford and Warren are listed. couple plans short wedding trip after November 4, with registry at 218 Spring Street, Corey, Pa.
Report states Nebith of Covey and Brin filed protest against a new gas rate hike from Pho papier. Absent clear details, lawyers pursue a restraining order from the Pablo Servien Commission to halt the schedule set for November 20, with early action expected to delay any change.
Washington dispatch reports speeded Senate attention to a peace treaty vote with Shindry and Mason amendments under debate. The article notes administration backing and anticipated ballot timing, with commentary on League of Nations voting structure and potential shifts following yesterday’s Tymneon amendment setback.
Fragmented notices list multiple events across weeks. It mentions children's meeting at tabernacle 2:40 Saturday, Boomer Choir, women only sessions, adult gatherings, and speakers from groups including Allen Scott and Howard Taguary with various times and locations across venues like Factory Moments and Furniture Works.
In Indianapolis on October 28 the United Mine Workers executive council and district leaders meet to decide on President Wilson’s demand to withdraw the strike order. Officials plan to act Wednesday morning, with unions preparing for a possible escalation as ropers deploy to protect workers and crackdowns loom. The executive committee travels to Indianapolis to seek a reply from President Wish and coordinate potential action.
Plans call for a major remodel of the National Bank building including new interior partitions five color tall windows and updated furnishings. A vault and depot box area will be upgraded and a special department for women patrons added. Exterior front work is to begin before spring with interior renovations starting in the coming weeks.
Boston, Oct 28. Walter R. Cunwell, recently discharged from service, allegedly forged ten checks for $100 each at two banks within thirty miles of each other. He is said to have targeted Dave Molen and Roy Willem Wall, taking advantage of a bank teller delay as police arrived.
A Belgian delegation, led by King Leopold III and Queen Astrid, met President Franklin D. Roosevelt at the White House. The talks focused on wartime aid and European famine relief as U.S. officials outlined support programs and pledged continued cooperation.
Pittsburgh detectives arrested four men in Braddock in connection with a $410,000 express robbery. Investigators link the suspects to the American Railway Express Company thefts and believe they previously worked as express employees.
A group organizing the Fochjonising corporation invites officers and interested residents to a board of commerce meeting this evening. Committees report results and plan details for the corporation. All who wish to participate are urged to attend for discussion and funding plans.
United Press reports from Washington on October 28 that President Wilson's condition remains unchanged after a morning White House briefing. Weather outlook calls for colder conditions tonight and Wednesday with similar temperatures.
Reported plan to end a major New York strike with potential losses reaching 200 million dollars. Details describe shipping disputes, pension issues, and board actions to ratify settlements as tensions mount and economic impact grows.
Washington October reports no details on who paid a 150000 ransom for the abduction of William G Tenking, an American agent. Mexican bandits Puella Moyind are accused, with Gov. Daggett and engineer Tay Bates cited. Public hospital status and storm defenses are noted, while coastal dredging and breakwater work progress are described amid deteriorating conditions.
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