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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1917
Page
2
Fragmentary report from Vienna describes severe privation among the population. It notes stricken women and children, scarce food, and dire living conditions as famine and war pressure grow. The text mentions German occupation impacts and Allied actions, with calls for relief and concern for civilian welfare.
The New Edison is presented as a unique device not a talking machine, emphasizing its distinct identity amid many talking machines in circulation.
The speaker calls for a deep swing toward truth and peace, urging Ger many and its allies to abandon aggression. He hopes the United States will join in pressuring the Teutonic powers to honor human suffering and seek an end to hostilities, with aid and friendship guiding postwar relations.
President warns of costly wartime shortages and rising prices if households fail to conserve. He calls on American families to reduce waste in food and water use and to adopt frugal habits to support national goals.
A health narrative urges mothers to follow a long standing home remedy to strengthen and restore tired workers and children. It promises relief from coughs colds and bronchial symptoms by using a familiar tonic. The piece emphasizes homegrown care over external doctors.
Washington April 2 Congress continues debate over the nations draft policy as leaders in both houses near a vote. Senator La Follette proposes a substitute to end the draft and seek a plebiscite while supporters push for a volunteer system. Representatives from Kentucky Virginia and New York present arguments for conscription and classification of citizens.
A Jamestown man, George W. Potter of Spring Street, is listed among the missing in France during the Battle of Apel. Potter, 40, had served in the Spanish American War and worked with the American Legion in France for over a year. He is survived by his wife Anna and two sons, George and Kenneth, of North Street.
Advertises two fine young cows for sale and a pair of young oxen wanted. Note cites “C. W. Clark, Corry” and mentions a frosh event soon and lack of farm help as reasons for selling.
An advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a liver and bowel aid. It claims powerful results for women's complexions and energy, presenting them as a safe substitute for calomel. Prices listed 10s6d and 2s6d per box with druggists carrying the product.
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