15 Sep 1919
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1919
Page
1
Fragmentary text mentions War related names and events with references to Bridge, Mire, Chas n, Wat Olen, Arthut iit, and Taino. Readable bits indicate a local notice style with names and places but lacking clear actions or dates.
Washington reports delay in the steel workers' strike as talks with the AFL and labor leaders continue. Officials in Pittsburgh and Washington deny immediate plans, with no official statement issued. The union seeks to hold back action until after the labor conference next month.
Voters prepare for a pivotal primary with county and district races, including contention for the Republican nomination for district attorney. Local officials report intense campaigning and a surge in registrations as candidates vie for key party backing and positions.
Ambiguous reports from Chicago describe officials disputing claims of a strike affecting a local labor dispute. The piece notes confusion and denials from authorities about the events and party line, with no clear confirmation of participants or outcomes. Political tension surrounds the incident as officials dispute the narrative.
A weakened storm system that swept Florida and the Gulf coast moved northward into Mexico. The Weather Bureau reported the weather threat has diminished with no additional major impacts expected. Local updates and minor weather advisories concluded as officials tracked residual effects.
Washington September 1 The Senate opens final action on the peace treaty with a plan to report amendments and a vote in the Foreign Relations Committee. The session starts at two o clock with immediate debate and a key vote to determine league provisions and ratification prospects.
Savannah news reports the steamer Barnstable abandoned after a northeast gale off Lin Georgia Saturday night. Twelve crew members are missing. survivors aided ashore, with two listed as likely rescued in New York dispatches. Names include Waytal Moot and his brother, crew members aboard the Wad of 1060 bound for Cuban ports.
Cronton Sept 16 The supleyes of the Hutton Goal Company except Howe of the Cromwood Airtlret towed work today while union officials of the solidarity board have promised to take up the grievance with employes at once The collision of the Dulawars Luckawinn and Western railroad company remains unresolved with Beranton district workers yet to plan reclosure or return to work
Senator McUmber of North Dakota criticizes a Senate committee during an address, calling the provision changes to the peace treaty joint and overbearing. The Republican statesman warns the proposal could provoke broad friction in the nation.
In New Haven on September, reporters went on strike protesting wage levels and working conditions. The movement shows strong organization as journalists walk off and plan to publicize their dispute, aiming to secure better pay and treatment.
A group of German spies escaped from a compound near Salt Lake City this morning, early reports say. Four men were captured at Ogden at noon, while few details on the escape are available.
Eight top Midwest favorites and several of the fastest dirt track drivers will compete at the Fair Grounds Wednesday afternoon. Promoters expect strong fields with drivers such as Wild Marty Atuhidrehor and Acthue Giehriot among those announced, as fans anticipate cash prizes and high speed action.
Patrons learn public library rooms are open daily now through next summer. Librarian Dean duties and afternoon hours from seven to nine each evening restarting. Weather suggests cloudy tonight.
Penton dispatch reports Boston unions vote on a central revolt tax for policemen’s support. The tally was sent to federation headquarters after Gom Pern met yesterday in New York with Frank McCarthy, AF of L representative. About twenty unions participated, but no decision details were released.
United Press reports President Wilson toured Oregon addressing the public on the treaty issue and labor matters. He planned a single speech at eight o'clock and a day of rest with travel toward California. In California he would seek more information on the Mooney case and other labor leaders.
Mayor Rylan appeared before a special grand jury in New York probing alleged collusion between Interborough Rapids transit officials and the Brotherhood of Employes. A letter from Mayor Hylan to the district attorney is cited alleging a conspirator pushed higher fares.
Sep 16 reports of a severe earthquake in California near Aureka Gol causing chimney collapse and minor damages across several homes. Residents described intense shaking and thunder like rumbles as aftershocks follow.
Vieana dispatch reports Cresho Slovak leaders, opposing a royalist campaign, arrest Lubker United Press staffer and confiscate Comptroller of Chirremtey. Relatives and friends urge international support as reports describe winds driving activity toward autumn bases. business to close September 19.
A massive blaze at Standard Oil facilities in Brooklyn continues to burn with about thirty tanks involved. Firefighting teams battle the blaze and attempt to prevent further ignition as damage climbs past five million dollars.
One man drowns and property damage runs into hundreds of thousands as Gulf storm recurs, paralyzing railway and wire traffic from Galveston to Brownsville. Government radio remains the only link while damage spreads from Horpun Chebett to Brownevill and inland wind speeds reach startling miles per hour.
New York shipyard workers who had set a forty one hour week quit at noon Saturday and found their jobs gone when they returned to the Brooklyn yards. Employers say the men resigned and new workers filled the positions. Strikers vote to continue the stoppage every Saturday at noon as protests resume.
Mount Vernon politics end a bitter year with Elmer Kincaid winning the Republican mayoral nomination over William Coffey. The party ticket carried the city as Kincaid edged Coffey 13,521 to 14,386 in a decisive countywide vote.
Senator Johnson tours states and outlines agenda with President Wilson set to speak tonight. He plans to campaign in North Dakota Sioux Falls and Minnesota towns before heading to Wisconsin and Michigan for further appearances.
Residents report extensive garden thefts in the Third ward as produce from Pint, Secoml, and Whird streets is stolen. Eight wardens on Washington Avenue reported break ins Saturday night with corn, tomatoes, and other crops taken. grape vines also raided. Police urge vigilance and efforts to capture the culprits.
The telegraph and telephone operators of both divisions of the Pennsylvania and Breeenstronds will meet in the U C T hall tomorrow. The opening session will begin at 8 a.m. and continue all day. Officials of the Order Tailway Molographers will be present and a Latin at least meth expected. The meeting aims to discuss matters and working conditions with promises of interest.
William Dalla of Concord Hollow reported twenty bushels of potatoes stolen from his farm early this morning. Police are investigating with Troop Mannion and Purey assigned to the case.
Corry split a two game series over the weekend losing to Masontown on Saturday and winning the second game. Sample started for Corry, Crain relieved him in the sixth. Kowleld pitched for the Vivitors with key hits by Lierst, Grauit, and DeLury. Warren and Pike Peterson starred for Warren in the late innings, but Corry clinched the win as DeLury and Poppleton contributed in the later frames.
The Baptist Association schedules its annual meeting with missions talks and a broadcast program. Key attendees include Reverend Rey, Mr. Troy, Mrs. Keefe, and other local church members at the city hall venue tomorrow and Wednesday.
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