Insurance and Compensation Bill Introduced in Both Houses
Wanblogton reports the Insurance and Compensation Bill introduced in Congress and in both houses this morning. The bill aims to insure enlisted men from $1,000 to $10,000 per year at $0.80 per thousand, cost to government about $56 million for two years. It provides for disability, death, and dependent benefits, with monthly payments for widows and orphans, and up to $200 for officers. It details compensation limits, pensions, and dependent allowances, outlining coverage for total disability and wartime casualties.
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Othur
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Tiralih
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Yt Pension Law Uniter
Strike Shuts Down Illinois Mines Amid Pay Demands
Chicago August 10 United Press reports a strike called by 9 000 minors halting 21 mines. Operators face demands for higher pay and publicity over profits as talks aim to avert escalation with expected meetings today.
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Accordak
Hare
Waureey
Aude
Heve
Funeral of Mr Howgard Held at Main Street Home
The funeral service for the late John Howgard was conducted at his Baal Main Street home yesterday afternoon at three. Relatives and friends attended, with Ray Hall presiding and pallbearers named as Astrap, Miller, Christenson, Thonpnon, Paulson, and C. Christenson. Attendees from out of town included Mr. and Mrs. Christenson and Miss Ema Howward of Buffalo. Interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery.
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John ¢. Howkard
Baal Main Street
Hall
Inge Huiber
Docon
Bosworth
Ny Dell Darling
Mesris
Astrap
Miller
Christenson
Thonpnon
Paulson
C. Christenson
Hone
Mra
Loboudger
Mooler
Min Catherine Christenson
Peter Christenson
Erie
Mrn
Towgard
Ales
Ema Howwird
Buffalo
Pine Grove
Red Cross To Care For Sammies
In Varig Aug 10 report United Frees states American Red Cross plans to care for wounded American soldiers and Marines so they need not be sent home for treatment. A campaign of fundraising and government support is described as the effort to aid wounded servicemen amid tensions over bonuses.
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United Frees
Varig
Amdican
Crom
Americhna
Woldiern An
Toyurda
Former Corry Man Died at Warren Today
Thomas Jonuen, formerly of Corry, died at his home in Warren. He had lived in Corry for years before moving to Warren. He worked eighteen years for Sam Jacobson and Company clothing handlers in Waren. He was about twenty years old when drowned years ago in the Allegheny River near Warren. Survived by wife, one daughter, and many friends in both Kitty and Warren. Funeral arrangements to be announced.
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Warren
Jonaph Ja
Mude bin Hunme
Realda
Sam Jacobson and Company
Punt
Wan
Allegheny
Armos
Jonson Jenyen
Kiatty
Bond issue plans and draft for medical exemptions
In the first district a portion of the examined men will be available for another draft, with about half rejected or exempt. Examinations continue in the second district with many being examined and a sizable number exempted. Notices have been issued requiring men to appear before the board. medical doctors are appointed to assist, and examinations will continue next week in Union City and Harveysburg.
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Abe Hirst
Popene
J Mi
Union City
Tate
Harvshure
Food Control Bill Now A Law
United States report that a food control bill has become law as President Wilson is believed to sign shortly after 1 PM. The act creates a price fixing and regulation program for essential commodities including canned tomatoes, with projected profits of about 10.5 million dollars and broad effects on the supply chain. Hoover and the administration plan to move quickly on appointments to oversee enforcement and implementation.
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United Prows
Washington
Now & Law
Wiloon
Ttn
Polonk
Thad Commission
Hyrbert Hoover
Tie Poe Wert
Wilsa
Smuggling Plot Uncovered in New York Sting
United Press reports a major smuggling plot centered in New York, with nine men arrested in a dawn raid. The gang allegedly moved German bonds to finance rubber and platinum shipments to Germany, using proceeds to buy more contraband. Several suspects linked to Wall Street bonds and German trade were taken into custody by police.
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New York
Germany
Gothland
Hebbey
Walla
French Gain Ground in Flanders
French forces pressed gains in Flanders but were repulsed in places during heavy combat. German reinforcements and counterattacks blurred front lines around the Somme and St. Quentin area as Allied artillery disrupted advances.
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Wnited Press
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Ave
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St. Quentin
British Socialists Head to Stockholm Conference
British Socialists meet in Stockholm to discuss a great international conference of socialism. Delegates from laboring classes vote nearly two to one in favor of participating, with officials stating Britain will be represented consultatively and not bound by meeting decisions.
First Sales Day Set For September 1st
The article describes a retail merchants group in Howe planning the first sales day for September 1, with coordinated advertising and countywide cooperation. Rural districts will receive notices via press and rural communications, while committees aim to cover territory and schedule monthly sales for a year.
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Barralha
Ulilisa- Hom
Sonley
Dagu
Botora
Tomorrow's Game Arouses Local Interest In Elgin Clash
Players of the Standard Serew Dade hall tain Wars prepare for a key afternoon matchup against Elgin at Pur Grounds. The expected lineup includes Crandall and Lath Pop with five starters ready to deliver solid basketball. Anxious fans hope for strong attendance as the team seeks a decisive win.
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Elgin
Mobean
Crandall
Fie Tang
Belgium and Italy decline to send delegates to conference
United Press reports from Stockholm that Belgian and Italian working classes decide not to participate in the national socialist meeting to be held in Stockholm in September. Officials were informed of the decision this afternoon by party officials in the two countries.
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United Press
Stockholm
Siptember
Uin
Union City Board at Work on Applicant Examinations
Union City Board proceeds with medical examinations for applicants including 2108 men from the Belle Army at Washington. August dates set for hearings and exemptions, with exam results to be reported by August 11 and 18. Local physicians Dr Hall and Dr Teoclewot supervise the process, exemptions reviewed by the district board.
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Chinnity
Waehligton
Lau
Orion
GO. Hall
Wadrutt
Wierturd
Tedistrict
Meadville Auto Victims Improving
The Meadville auto accident near Connewitt Lake left Plorance Hughes dead and passengers injured. Walter Wotan shot himself and is recovering. Miss Mabal Spencer remains in the hospital with injuries. Howard Bork, home in Aspin, visited Meadville after escaping with minor injuries.
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New Brighton
Calne
Spencer
Walter Wotan
Mabal Spencer
Howard Bork
Aspin
Sully
Mead Villa
City Faces Ice Shortage at Present
An article reports an ice shortage at Corry’s Pennsylvanian Railroad plant amid high coal demand and boiler fuel issues. Managers aim to secure wood to fire boilers as current supply runs thin. fuel lines are strained and production slows.
County Plans Large Road Bond Issue to Repair 100 Miles
Local officials outline a road improvement bond proposal to fund about 100 miles of county highways. Estimated cost runs around 28 thousand dollars per mile, totaling roughly 4 078 000 with 10 percent paid from county funds. The plan includes 200 000 for a new uplift and awaits voter decision in November.
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Yous
Anit Udintiars
TC. Frame
Witt Wnauked
Isprayiemont AL Uy
Bela
Honda
Novambor
Fine affair at hospital yesterday
A pleasant afternoon at Corry Hospital veranda hosted by the Indien of the Aut lary. Eight tables were arranged and guests enjoyed the event despite weather. Committee had prepared for a larger turnout. many who signed up were deterred by conditions and left early.
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Corry Hospital
Mhatr Tatelon
Baltic
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