02 Aug 1916
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1916
Page
1
The German submarine Deutschland is believed to be close to breaking surface and reaching the open sea tonight near Norfolk amid high tension. observers expect a probable night action as weather and visibility affect tracking, while the city plans a public event at Recreation Park to mark the day’s uncertainty.
The Mohawk Condonsert fitke Company announces milk payments of 1.60 for August. Production shifts between the Corry and Clymer plants affect supply and pricing, with the Corry plant handling evaporated milk and the Clymer plant producing a product called white rod mite. The notice notes increased output and regional supply changes impacting the August dairy market.
United States government petitions to the high court for clemency in the Casement case as Sir Roger Casement faces execution tomorrow. President Wilson orders immediate dispatch of the plea to London, detailing the regulatory framework adopted by Congress and awaiting approval.
Washington, D.C. February 2—President Wilson today did not indicate any shift in his stance on the suffrage movement. The president avoided endorsing Waton’s push for woman suffrage and would not commit to changing his position on the issue.
Elmer Wilson, long time employee of the Pillsbury Company, has been promoted to a senior role in Los Angeles with charge of Intercut of the Pillsbury om Dhay. He will relocate to Los Angeles, with daughter Miss Hane Wilson planning to spend the coming school year in Minnesota.
A six story Winnipeg facility of the Paint and Glass Company was gutted by flames today. The blaze caused about 300000 in losses and threatened nearby structures in the St. Rouge area as fire crews fought to control the spread.
A garbled Aug 2 dispatch from New York asserts no special agent was dispatched by government officials regarding the Carranza regime. The report claims no such mission would be undertaken in Mexico due to railroad access.
Dutch former Zoaland crew lands safely in South Shields after reporting their craft enduredしか heavy blows from a German force. The report claims they beat off attackers and mentions prior actions involving the Zoaland and a rival vessel. In the same issue, R Dickson and daughter depart May for Montville and Conneant Lalo to visit relatives.
An automobile collision near Waterford involved a Waterford driver and a man from Mill with Hopicuia. The crash damaged fenders and wings on both cars. one vehicle was towed to Enlox City for repairs and the injures to Hop ic kit were not confirmed as serious.
A weather note suggests a warmer spell may arrive, with cloudy skies on Thursday and a forecast of probable rain near Lake Erie. The report emphasizes the regional impact and urges preparation for showers.
A group identified as a Negro railroad gang labors near the city in harsh conditions. They travel from various towns including Orme and Savannah, with workers from Florida brought in for machinery and construction tasks. The report notes inquiry into their duties and the local impact of their presence.
The commission of directors from the Hound of Vomimerce Acid Industry named yesterday prepared to study a proposed reform. Raymond in Kla Maron and others discussed the Bele Bount of Com purer scheme, while the royal otileen epuh was referenced. The meeting, led by Presidant Clough and W Murray, was postponed due to many absent directors taking early Wednesday trips.
An August dispatch reports tensions as Mexican bands threaten U S territory across the Rio Grande. General discussions mention cavalry and infantry readiness and potential incursions into Texan towns, while statements from officials imply decisive action without immediate escalation.
A United Press report from Norfolk notes no sign of the German battleship Deutschland today as it moves toward the Atlantic. Mariners and officials hold hopeful yet cautious outlooks that the ship may pass the mined shipping lanes later this afternoon.
Two men, Walter J. Brown aged 34 and Carl Haubert aged 26, were killed instantly when their car plunged over an embankment near Wheeling. George Bilis and others in the vehicle were injured in the wreck reported by United Press.
An Erie visitor notes Corry readers engage with the Corry Smile lessons. Corry church property totals 224500 and about 2878 residents are church members. Regular church attendance around 40 percent exceeds national averages, signaling strong civic faith and a hopeful city outlook. Publicity Committee, Corry Board of Commerce and Industry.
British dispatch reports German forces withdrawn from key positions after heavy fighting near Somme and in the Verdun region. Allied lines show German reserves moved to counterattack while French and British units press the advance in northern France and Belgium.
The Journal notes that many taxpayers rushed to settle taxes to qualify for a rebate. Beginning today rebates become payable and a six hundred dollar gap from last year’s pace narrows as totals reach about $19,564.90.
Six Americans serving with the American balance corps and the French army at the front were cited in the orders of the day for valor. They were awarded the Cross of War and other honors by the government in unity with French recognition.
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