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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1917
Page
1
A plea session is scheduled in July involving defendant Batt. Court records show proceedings linked to a Mary thief case and related charges, with the docket noting a plea entry and next hearing date.
United Press reports Russian mobilization and wartime measures as world tensions surge. Russia readies divisions along the Daelatar and in the dit rivera region, while American forces in training and industrial support gear up for potential combat. Citizens register, and funds are allocated for the war effort amid growing global conflict.
A large group of leading ink producers met Saturday to coordinate with the Ohio dairymen’s federation in responding to the Pittsburgh poultry dispute. They planned a series of meetings, with events set for Cambridge Springs and Corry, to organize actions and finalize dates for further discussions.
A severe thunderstorm disabled streetcars on Corey and Columbus streets when a trolley wire snapped. The line was repaired by morning, but delays and disruption crowded Columbus Avenue as hundreds rode in rickety conveyances. A tree burned after being struck, and motorists reported several bolts hitting tracks north of the city. Weather service warned of further showery, cooler conditions into Tuesday.
Washington reports the port of New York closed as a precaution after a captain arrived claiming the presence of a submarine near the harbor. Secretary Daniela reviewed the captain's statement and ordered a likely further action pending investigation.
At about five o clock yesterday afternoon Mr and Mrs Walon were driving along the Gohinhie road when their automobile left the Belte Hrowwing Whe and went over the embankment. The car turned completely over trapping the occupants under the wreckage. Mrs Walon was badly hurt with multiple injuries while Mr Walon escaped with minor harm as the vehicle was towed from the scene. The windshield saved the pedestrian from worse injury.
Moldenville Oklahoma August 6 a violent disturbance spread from Homekbantar Oklahoma. Four days ago a posse pursued a group led by Wyn poses and Wallace Cargill. Nine band members were captured while others fled. A deputy was killed near Hillwberg and several wounded as authorities moved to transport prisoners to MoA Mater Li Me jail. An armored force prepared to prosecute treason charges tied to the uprising and possible executions.
A United Press report from Washington states that the draft will not hinder harvesters. The War Department plans temporary exemptions for certain forms of work and will notify local boards to send twenty percent of eligible workers to training, with quotas allocated by district and town parishes.
United Press dispatch reports a peace proposal promising German withdrawal from conquered territories and the creation of independent states. The plan envisions restore Mosco/Lorraine borders, extended Grecian boundaries, and division into two states, with a focus on self-rule for nationalities and a ban on the Turks in Europe.
Dr Meals of Columbus was notified by the War Department that he has been commissioned as a surgeon in the medical corps with the rank of first lieutenant. He will report in the coming weeks, bringing his six years of practice in Columbus to a close as he departs to serve in the national army.
Four men wearing large Gerry Mags arrived at Juarez today as guests of General Mu rs, commander of the Northern Mexican army. The men are German prisoners and are said to have received a hearty welcome in the city. Government officials are closely watching developments.
A reader letter campaign accuses merchants in Corry of using Bargain Days to lure farmers from Rural Routes. The exchange argues against inflated town prices and urges fair offers to keep customers local. A second item reports James C. Dickson, a Meadvill e area farmer, found dead beside a spring near his home, believed to have suffered a fatal fall into the water after a morning setback.
United Press reports Germany suffered losses of three U boats in a naval engagement. The wire note mentions British and Allied actions affecting German submarine operations in late campaigns. Details are obscured in the OCR, but the headline indicates a naval setback for Germany.
Amid delays the draft board announced this morning that young men in the district will report for examination tomorrow. Notices list examination groups and report locations with physicians available free of charge, detailing schedules for the first, second, and third rounds and marking units in Union City and surrounding towns.
A lightning strike damaged a Corry residence on Wayne Street damaging the north wing and roof. The bolt reportedly struck an iron boiler, traveled to the upper floor, causing scattered debris and minor fire, with losses estimated at $16,700 for a full restoration. Grandparents and guests visited afterward as residents assessed the scene.
Fragmentary OCR shows weather improving and Canadian troops in lens near a battle line. Reports mention Allied forces with Beeman and Honora Dole amid heavy firing and movement toward a forward position, with British artillery and allied lines holding ground around Mont In Tage.
A chaotic dispatch from Petrograd describes Kerensky solidifying control as part of a new democratic move to salvage Russia during wartime. It notes unity among Sovnarkom and allied groups backing his authority to stabilize the army and front, with societal morale rising as a result of his rule.
United Press reports American troops at the base camp faced a French unit nicknamed the Devils in a practice with automatic rifles and hand grenades. The Sammies showed superiority, firing from the hip and scoring multiple hits from quick shell bursts.
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