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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1918
Page
1
Allied forces report heavy German losses as Huns press the front in a costly offensive. French gains and British improvements bolster Allied confidence. Germans suffer thousands killed with comparatively few Allied losses as British lines advance a mile at a key point.
British and American dispatches describe a massive German buildup on the western front, with about 210 divisions available for a final spring offensive. Captured officers say attacks will continue until a peace settlement is reached, as Amiens and the Somme region see heavy fighting and German morale deteriorates.
Passengers and crew on a rail line express were terrorized by a crazed Mexican attacker who killed a train detective before being shot by authorities. Police identified the suspect, reportedly with forged papers, after the incident near Pittsburg.
A new school plan starts at the high school with a morning shift change. Superintendent Wil stated tardiness was low as students adjusted to the single-session day. The day begins at 1 o’clock after a 4 month transition hour period, and students now face a longer school day with expanded activities.
A crowded city hearing on a grocery theft case tied to Lowe and Raymond featured witnesses Shields and Grevley. Key evidence included stolen goods found at Raymond’s house and a claim the items belonged to Mr West. Raymond denied theft and was bailed for court. Weather rain tonight.
Two men identified as Joseph Miller of Chestnut Street and Charles Bug of Hast Street were arrested after raids tied to railway thefts. Police seized a large quantity of stolen goods including butter, sugar, and cane, with warrants executed at multiple homes. Officers Locke and Merritt led the investigation, flagging further arrests as more stolen items were traced to shipments. A preliminary hearing was expected tonight for the suspects.
A late night robbery struck the R R station with authorities reporting a break in and a torn open area. Early details indicate a damaged ticket office, scattered debris, and a clue left behind as investigators collect evidence at the scene. Local police coordinated with transportation officers to monitor routes and search for suspects connected to the incident.
Corry plans to exceed previous loan totals by selling more than 172 100 as the city aims to push the bond issue past 260 000. Secretary Crown outlined the loan pathways for first second and third bonds and noted qualified residents will receive notices.
Soviet reports claim German forces advance 260 miles northeast of Odessa and 1315 miles southwest of Karakty as new campaign unfolds. Resistance by Soviet troops intensifies after a brutal engagement near Lviv and Poltava, with large territories reported under German control.
A deer was seen on the farm of A. Damion near a creek Friday. The creature ran toward the woods when startled and has not been seen since. Local residents report the incident and urge caution as searches continue.
A fragmented and satirical snippet urges citizens to adopt daylight saving time promptly, mocking reluctance among a few and highlighting nationwide push for clock changes under political rhetoric. The text references Uncle Bam and a warning of trouble if people delay.
A farm accident on the Moore estate near Garland ends in the death of La ter Mire Burt, 42, who was killed while helping corral the Holstein bull Duke. Burt, a longtime Moore farm worker who had recently bought a farm on Cole Ni, died after the beast trampled and crushed him in the barn. He left a wife and four children. The incident may prompt the area to consider workers compensation for such farm dangers.
Detroit April report states Secretary of the Navy Daniels announced the loss of four U S warships since entering the war with Germany. Two destroyers and two small vessels were lost in military actions. duritie? nights indicate efforts to salvage the claim.
Washington reports a vigorous start to the third Liberty Loan drive with over subscriptions surpassing targets in many smaller cities. Treasury figures show heavy oversubscriptions as districts and unites maintain momentum from the first two drives. Subscriptions are flooding in from smaller towns and districts where organized unions kept the momentum, with some areas already exceeding their quotas. News dispatches indicate New York and other cities opening strong as campaign begins.
City teachers formed a union this month and completed a public meeting recently. They plan to request a 4 wage increase from the Board of Education for the coming year. The effort aims to secure social and professional advancement, with a few details still not publicly disclosed.
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