Allies push on Montdidier sector gains over Aisne
Reports from the Western Front describe heavy fighting south of the Aisne with Allied advances near Montdidier and Montdidier’s vicinity. British and French forces reportedly progress south of Pratcount and along the Vesle, while German counter assaults fail on surrounding heights.
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Aisne
United Pre
John de Gaudi
Paria
Afene-Vedle Batte
Allen
Aisne- Vests
Hale
Cirgy-Suléogny
le Braisnes
Montiidier
Moreull
Montdidion
Ayre
Montdliier
Berne
Tore avErestid
Tommy
Waycott
Germany
Cartain
Thesia
Breneh
Bewon
Somme
Morioncourt
Ars
Clarence River
Prsonen
Montdidiera
Montdidiers
Forea
Pratitcount
Georges
Moniddlere
Complzny
Mesnil
Pranutcourt
la Grange
by-Salsoung
Brwisnes
Chemipogne
Auberizo
Rheims
France
Big Red Cross Social Draws Thousands To Town Event
Thousands attend a community social in St Thomas to raise funds for the Red Cross. The event features decorated church venues, booths, and music with performances by local groups and soloists. Organizers credit Red Cross, Knights of Columbus, and local Y.M.C.A. for support.
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St Thomas
Thurch
Eleoirly
Willie Serge
Manyel Haleopil Church
Alauins
Philatinas
Baptist
St. Allaubeth's Boeloty
St ‘Hein Court
New
Thu Witthe
Jimbrotta
Membeld
le Presbyterian
Howall
W. V. My
Prowliny Anchude
Mir
Bosworth
Barak Moinnes AiMiress
UL Warren DeRasay
Mi Dalosay
Red Iss
Monbirt Bracken
Fyof
Wilson
Soto
Hay
Bolo
Miles George Curey
Chewtor
Cmatenit
Imrv
Olingtond
Imtrs
Praaken
Chorch
Lanner
Lawrenen
Red Cross Soo
Rey, M
Tracey
Heat Wave Continues Across City Amid Severe Heat
The city faced extreme heat with temperatures around 100 downtown and 96 to 98 recorded by reliable thermometers. Residents suffered stress and illness but no fatalities were confirmed as a weather change is expected to ease the conditions.
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Miwlaity
Aldo
Othura
Letter from King George V Encourages Troops Overseas
A garbled dispatch reports Mrs. Shuas receiving a message from King George V praising the troops bound for the Old World. The letter exudes royal support and promises to boost morale as servicemen sail to join Allied forces in the struggle for freedom.
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Mra
Dimersnuss
Geonso V
England
United States
Aktah Islas
iAlion
Gporan Rt
More Hot Weather Promised By Weather Bureau Forecast
Washington Aug 7 Thirty hours more of hotter weather is forecast though a thunder storm may temper the heat. The Weather Bureau says no major change is expected tonight. tomorrow will remain warm with continued heat in the region.
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Washington
Iit
Dairymen Convene to Strengthen Local League
Dairymen gathered last evening in Spies man’s IHW to form new members and discuss the dairy league. A resolution urged members to avoid controversial actions, while milk prices and a three per cent rise to $24 were debated for next month. Mr. Bruke of New York City spoke on the dairy scene and the league’s impact on the region.
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Hits
Spiesman
IHW
HDF
Latryelien
League
Bruke
New York City
Melting Pot drive aids Corry Chapter fund
A large group from St Elizabeth's Rosary Society and Young Ladies' Society collected donations for a melting pot event hosted by the Community Social at the local shamer of the Hed Oreng. Mayors of both churches offer service as volunteers. proceeds and Tag Day returns aim to net at least $2000 for Corry Chapter. Bradford’s Titus visits Lakewood. Brack en accompanies him.
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St. Elizabeth's Rosary Society
Imayore
Ioal
Annaller
Mpal
Mira
Katharine Splesman
suom@blios
Thein Cam
Rust Main Street
Corry
Bradt Describes Engineer Work in France in 1917
Frank C. Bradt writes from France under July 9 date about American engineers with the 16th Regiment U.S. Engineers. He explains construction efforts in advance rail, depots, plants, shops, and hospitals, notes vast wartime mobilization, and praises American troops while lamenting limited contact with friends from Corry. He closes with resolve to persevere in France for the Allied effort.
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Frank C. Hmutt
Heath US S
Brates
Secvion
Corry Mall
Tromk
United
Stacey
France
Suilers
Ondiaies
Diagiunllion de Pols Maatlofmner
Frensh Woode Hospital
Henle
Wien
Thair
Rat WL
Haga
Prince
Delog
Yin
Satu
Cory
Walter Grateler
Coulk
Co. A
Hatteras Light Ship Destroyed in Submarine Attack
By United Press Worthington, DC Aug 7. A German submarine shelled the Hatteras light ship near the shoals, causing destruction. The heavy bombardment damaged the vessel and crew, who were evacuated safely by the armed forces.
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United Press
Worthington
D.C
Ium and Shoals
Saltty & Germs
Furniture Makers Conference Seeks Reform on Product Standards
A conference of furniture makers proposes sweeping reforms to standardize construction and packaging. Proposed rules limit sales pressure, forbid certain nonfunctional features, and require modular, shippable designs with uniform packaging to ease distribution and reduce waste.
Crawford Boy Shot Accidentally in Mendville
A one year old, Réeas Miller, was accidentally shot in the abdomen by his brother Gus in Mendville this morning. The child, treated as critical, remains in danger as authorities investigate the accidental discharge amid a partly cloudy forecast for tonight and Thursday.
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United Press
Mendville
Réeas Miller
Gus
Ageldent
Battle death toll and trials in Weitham case report
The morning report lists 2 544 total casualties from the battle. It notes American troops sustaining heavy losses and mentions a Marine unit and Army forces under command. Widespread injuries and fatalities are recorded, with a jury verdict referenced regarding the trial. The article cites Weitham and Weetmoreland counties in the extended inquiry.
111th Regt Reunion Set for Saturday
A notice outlines a 111th Regiment reunion to be held Saturday. It notes the unit composition from western counties, with veterans mobilized at Camp Ross and service through 18H1, including details of company composition and regionally sourced enlistees.
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Sill
Uhl Siale
Hinle
Warrren
Cryford
Camp Ross
End
Vnen
Gore Ty
Red Cross Ball Game Set in City With Veterans Says
A Red Cross benefit ball game is announced for Wednesday in this city. Government inspectors from Turnbuckle Point will face a Stanford Flash company team. Proceeds go to Corry Chapter Red Cross. Local veterans to play with Hose Company and Signal Corps men provide players.
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Stanford Flash Company
Corry
Red Cross
Vaterana
Hose Company
Signal
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Berlin
Gepgui
Forimo Mya
Idrgui
BIG R. C
St. Thomas Church
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Bruce
RED Cross Melting Pot
da Bolte Titus
Bradford
Herbert Bracken
Jett
Lakewood
Chautauqua
Brakes
Navy Dept
Vanterson
Patterson
Davelss
taLesars
Ohina
Wilkoul Cohulers
Tyewblure Aml
Crawford
Army
Marine Corps
War Dept
Uultodt Presa
Myuyen Merlishy
Enkiyy
Bela
Anmerisin
Sisiiwlties
Aye
Marine Conon
Dial
Wanwis
Dinewaw
Wimyluna
Seeident
Cwoss
Mont
Weraly HK
Marti
Tame
Ueber
Seanklen
Fioninen Giunfer
Weitham
Bymurvil
Weetmoreland
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