13 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1918
Page
1
Allied dispatch reports German withdrawal on a wide front as French forces push toward roye lassigny and ribecourt. Paris confirms retreat with heavy artillery support shaping the maneuver across the Somme, Aisne, and Vidl rivers. American corps engage near Monnet.
Fragmented report describes an investigation into conduct by a railway patrol officer against a youth over an incident near Tolon City. The youth was discharged after a dispute over payment and a later police inquiry in Tele province. Details are unclear due to garbled text but reference to an arrest and dismissal suggests ongoing legal proceedings.
Weather brief notes a cool spell near lakes and inland areas. Wind becoming lighter with potential overnight low temperatures and daytime cooling for the middle of the week. Stay tuned for regional forecasts and safety tips.
A naval bulletin reports a merchant vessel torpedoed by a submarine off Fire Island, with the ship’s name and fate confirmed. The attack occurred near Atlantis, and preliminary notices indicate the vessel was destroyed with all hands likely lost.
Washington August 11. Army casualty numbers released by General Pershing show ninety total casualties. The War Department lists eight dead from wounds or other causes, one fatality from an alternate category, and two missing. Several soldiers were seriously or severely wounded, with one case undetermined.
Osborne, Loveland and Whittlesey dominate the scene as they are appointed to represent a broad grouping of manufacturers and commerce interests. The draft labor policy and civil framework shape the agenda, with leaders laying out priorities for employment, training, and industrial support while the group meets at Whitcomb or Findley Lake. The gathering includes notable figures such as Hubert Oetlorny and Murry Naylor, aiming to push a coordinated program under the wider movements in labor and commerce.
A cluttered game summary notes Hill leading the Pirates to victory over Chicago with notable pitching and power. It highlights key hits, crowd reactions, and the rough, fast play of early innings, praising Hill and the Pirates’ bullpen while mentioning Chicago’s efforts and defensive lapses.
Orders received demand stricter night rules including no lights on jewelry storefronts during four tightless hours, exterior stands must stay unlit except three feet inside the counter for patron access, and movielike venues to limit lighting unless for safety.
Disorder near a car at Malnetreet and Wirt avenues last night drew police attention after several men shouted and fought in the street. Carnival officials warned that further disturbances would lead to wholesale arrests unless order is restored.
War report notes hard fighting ends with enemy retreating as Allies gain ground after three days of combat. Local sports section previews a Red Cross charity baseball game between Stanford Nose and Standard Turnbuckte inspectors on Washington Street grounds tonight. Tickets sell fast with proceeds aiding relief.
In Erie on Friday evening residents near the Red Cross chapter house at Ninth and Krenek Streets reported tampering as a group of youths scattered tin on the street and fled the area. The incident follows a previous desecration of an American flag at Moor-Mile Creek, with no arrests at the time. The funeral of Frank Lloyd, who died at his Spring Creek home, was held at Alexander's chapel with burial in Pine Grove cemetery.
Ata Milton Van Presat and seven year old were rescued yesterday afternoon from drowning at a swimming pool near Clark's Bridge east of town. A raft overturned as the party swam, and Vanheimr and the boy clung to the raft while others acted to assist. Witnesses Eugene Ingham Mrs Hall and Leo Howlett and Kenneth Sheely helped pull the boy and mother to safety.
A fair sized crowd enjoyed the first Carnival evening at the Fair grounds. The event benefits the Elks War Fund under Corry lodge. The dancing pavilion has closed due to extreme sultry weather, with larger attendance expected tonight and for the rest of the week.
Report from Washington dated August 22 describes a new form of gas release from a submarine operating off the Midd Atlantic coast. Navy officials say the incident involved a single vessel and coastal guards are monitoring the situation. Also noted are local injuries from an auto accident and upcoming film showings at Rex Theatre featuring Douglas Fate banks and Fatty Arbuckle comedies with Putrbanks.
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