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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1917
Page
1
A limited sale at Worle attracted modest bidder turnout as prices softened across several items. Auctioneers noted cautious bidding in a cautious market with buyers prioritizing essential goods and noting reduced demand for collectibles.
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At Parla on August 1 Allied observers report dense smoke over German positions on the Lie wonk front as German artillery uses smoke generators to obscure targets. The fog delays observation and aims to compensate for Allied control of the air, with batteries and emplacements affected by the concealment.
United Press reports Washington civilians urged to work to release drafted men for military duty. The department plans orders to mobilize all draft-age men, with single able wives being urged to seek self support to enable their husbands to join the army. The first group will move to cantonments in civilian clothes by September 1, with others following until October. No live fighting expected until September 1948 and National Guard units to be mobilized earlier.
In Washington Gompers announces no American Labor representatives will attend the Stockholm gathering. The American Federation will not participate in any conference with labor from enemy nations but will send a delegation to a conforause with allied nations on September 10 in London.
A Lake Ontario schooner disaster claims twelve lives as the George A Marin sinks during a voyage. Eleven bodies are recovered, with one survivor reported, and stories detail losses including Caplin H. Gi and McClennan family members among the deceased.
Remarkable progress reported by the local Red Cross chapter in Columbus and surrounding communities. Headquarters activity shows many finished articles and garments ready for distribution. Volunteers knit and sew for the injured and families, with shelves stocked and displays organized for visitors.
Harry Kimmey was badly hurt yesterday afternoon while operating a saw frame at Maymond mill. A board slipped, striking his abdomen with force. He was taken to Tahome for medical care. Ox Smith assisted. The morning report indicated he was resting comfortably with no serious condition expected.
Report from Allied command in Flanders notes French advances northwest of Dixmude in Belgium. Field Marshal Haig confirms gains by British forces. military HQ logs indicate substantial progress with ten divisions or more involved in recent actions.
United Press reports from Washington and Paris on August developments. Hurley of the Shipping Board speaks of American control of shipping. Paris describes Cappdian troops and Helgian canal actions as Germany probes for changes along the Reilat lines. American and French forces unify in effort and domestic political moves touch national army plans and medical repairs.
Reports say the German staff will meet at the Katie headquarters with Chancellor Michaels summoned and reportedly traveling to Berlin. Leaders from various Yeading divisions are also requested for the gathering as the funeral of Mrs Woodward is noted.
Fire yesterday afternoon on Bust Math otront engulfed burlap in the Johnson store second floor storeroom. Firemen battled flames as water damage and smoke ruined the interior. Estimated loss around 5000 dollars. owner says stock will be reset quickly.
Local merchants gather at the Dowrd of Commerce to review the yearly shopping campaign. A complete plan including information, estimates, and advertising strategies will be explained. Attendees will learn about monthly bargains, territory coverage, and a big Saturday sale to boost trade.
Mrs Lise Harton died last evening at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs Porth at Spring Creek. She is survived by her husband and an infant daughter. The bereaved family includes G L Barton and others connected with Turner Hill tapping. The funeral will be held at Spring Creek at 11 o clock Friday morning.
Notices dated for Corry residents call many young men for military draft. The list shows serial numbers and orders for physical examinations, with some to report on specific dates and times at the county draft board in Union City. The notices are signed by the board clerk and indicate exemptions procedures and inspection locations.
A serious landslide on the Penny Delays trains for hours near Williamsport causing heavy traffic disruption. Workmen cleared tracks. No. 679 arrived late. accommodation train provided from Renovo to Williamsport. Two hundred men deployed from Renovo shops aided at the scene. washout impacted service about eight hours.
A letter from Corporal Walter Groteler to his sadly noted parents reports that the First Telephone Battalion of the Pennsylvania Field Signal Corps has broken camp after months of training at Monmouth New Jersey. The letter suggests they will train Sunday and then proceed, likely aboard a transport to Brance via Hoboken.
Reports confirm the death of Mrs. C. E. Woodward at her family home on Center Street after an illness. The obituary notes her long community involvement, church work, and that she is survived by several relatives including brother C. Woodward and Mrs. Mera, with funeral arrangements to be announced by the Proltyhran Church.
The Standard Screw baseball squad gears up for a Saturday home game as Elgin and neighbors prepare to attend. Key players Nevins and Brio star in a lineup aiming for strong performance. McCrury leads the university hope and Lathrop contributes on defense. Crowd interest is rising as the event approaches.
A serious automobile collision near Shore Acres and Lake Tonneau left Walter Walsh 19 in Spencer Hospital with a neck balloon fracture and Florence Mughes 20 dead. Miss Mughen’s neck was broken when thrown from the car. Walter’s parents and sister Catherine were notified. Rewlotor Mpa To M. Chapman, and Dr. Hutt treated the injured at Monach and Slippery Rock locations. Grave fears for Walsh’s recovery persisted Wednesday.
The Pierce family gathered for their twenty fifth reunion at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bart Button in Corry. An evening program included a business meeting, election of officers, music by Miss Chirubell Dybbla and others, and refreshments served by the Epworth League ladies. The host couple were thanked for their hospitality as relatives enjoyed hours of sociable activity and singing.
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