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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1916
Page
1
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President Wilson receives formal renomination at a summer capital event before a large crowd at the presidential residence. The address highlights wartime leadership, diplomacy, and plans for November election, with emphasis on national unity and continued service to the country.
A late bulletin from Long Branch reports Wilvon Uy received telegrams confirming the House advanced the proposed tour bill by a sweeping majority. The source notes mixed reactions among supporters and opponents, with word that Saint Ui may veto or alter the measure later.
Mrs. Mary Jane White owned a Union City residence on North Main Street that was destroyed by fire yesterday. Firefighters arrived as smoke filled the room, and Mrs. White escaped using the stairs after attempts to extinguish the blaze. The home suffered near total loss with contents burned beyond repair. Two other tenants, Jack Hokun and Samuel Dalley, occupied the building's upper floors.
United Press reports that a revolution spreading across Greece has intensified since earlier clashes. Protests rage in Athens and Thessaly with authorities warning of a critical situation as military actions expand.
The Youngsville community anticipates a double header with Raymond on Monday at the Washington Street Park, while Ralph Brown age 16 dies last night after a blood poisoning boil. Funeral services set for Monday at 2 PM, with Rev H C Shaw officiating.
A man identified as James Cole was found unconscious along a Belgian track near Creighton. He suffered head and facial injuries but is expected to recover. Police report a possible train-strike incident involving a ballast car and missing details from a prior collision.
Reported widespread suspension of work as Labor Day approaches with nearly every factory and shop in the city expected to shut down for the day. Dry goods stores and groceries likely closed, clothiers hours uncertain, and newspapers not published Monday.
City carriers may enjoy a full Labor Day holiday as postal services suspend on Monday September 4. General delivery and money order offices operate 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with general delivery from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM while rural carriers skip deliveries. Arrangement under the Postal Act approved by Postmaster.
Corry men were awarded the contract to erect the Lovells plant by Sheffield Primy Slaw ton Hocker Company. The main building, 120 feet long and two stories high, will feature a concrete dam and pond for water supply. Work is set to start next Tuesday with material shipments beginning soon.
Washington dispatch notes intense debate in the Senate over an eight hour bill. Reporters indicate leadership aims to pass the measure tonight amid warnings from labor and business groups.
A statement from the Brotherhood head amid labor disputes details demands for government action on railroad conditions. Senators criticize the handling of the strike and underlined calls for arbitration and preserved eight hour plans amid mounting pressure on railroad companies.
Beginning Tuesday September 6 the library will open every evening from 7 to 8 until June 1017 on Mondays Wednesdays and Saturdays the library opens from two to five in the afternoon.
The G A R Post No 70 at Binns presented a gift to the Corry Band in a memorial tribute. Marion S Haicet, Adjutant, notes the post’s twenty five dollar donation and expresses appreciation to the Board of Commerce for support.
The Peterson family annual reunion gathered about forty relatives from Undely and vicinity at the Tome of Mr and Mrs George Peterson on Hiuene atroal Thursday. A noon dinner followed and a program included songs and instrumental music. A brief meeting was held to elect officers for the coming year with attendees from Bloomingiton and nearby areas.
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