Ousted Draft Board Men Sentenced
Two New York district officials Dr. Buriat J. J. Cherry and another member were sentenced to two years in federal penitentiary in Atlanta and fined $20,000 for taking money from drafted men to secure exemptions. A new board was appointed to replace the ousted officials amid the scandal.
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New York
Atlanta
United Prown
Onsjeton
Chutxen
Donaphany
Buriat Uni
J. J. Cherry
Ote
New Yorke
Tsilsy
Paderal
Ling
Thie Tien
Tbs Hoon Ari
Million Dollar Ship Fire Today
Two large steamers and a nearby fishing craft suffered extensive damage from a blaze this afternoon in New York. The huge fire followed an explosion aboard the vessel, with smoke seen across Brooklyn and surrounding areas. Authorities estimated the loss near a million dollars as crews battled the blaze and investigated the causes.
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United Press
New York
Brooklyn
Tomdad
Alitientie
Declared He Would Shoot Pres Wilson in Threatening Letter
Two men were arrested after threats against President Wilson were linked to a planned attack. Officials described the men as possibly German or Austrian in origin. They are held pending a hearing as investigations continue into the alleged plot and motives.
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Pres. Wilson
Hawks
Ana
Fathan
Stedman
Jamuatowne
Albert
Washington Va
Romurka
Belue
Gorman
Warren Milk Sent To Pittsburg After Strike
Warren dispatches forty carloads of milk to Pittsburg as the first shipments from Warren since a statewide strike began in western Pennsylvania. Several cars are being shipped daily through Olean and nearby districts to supply Pittsburgh.
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United Pros
Warren
Pittsburg
Vennsylvania
Pittaburg
Tremendous Battle Near Verdun Region Reports Intensify
An official communiqué dated August 20 describes renewed fighting near Verdun as forces contest a widening front from Aypooirt Woods to Bezondaux positions. The clash features heavy bombardment and significant maneuvering with both sides sustaining losses, signaling a major intensification of the battle.
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Verdun
Metlon
I W W Declares A General Strike In West States
Spokane dispatch reports I W W unionists declaring a general strike across Washington Oregon and Montana. Governors oppose demands for release of war prisoners amid national tension. Authorities launch investigations into the union's activities as labor unrest spreads.
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Ty United Press
Spokane
Wash
Washington
Oregon
Who
Montana
Ptiten
W. Doidands
Germany
Alieker
Legin
Ion
Grange Picnic Planned for Thursday at Katyor’s Grove
Corry Genge chaired a lively Grange meeting despite some errors in text. Members discussed plans for a Thursday picnic with dinner served and a Rad Cross fundraiser. Initiation and exemplifications occurred in Worthy Master William Rust’s absence. Alice Perkins rejoined after an extended city absence.
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Corry
Minny
Baturdiyr
Wiliam Rust
Monter Ley Porkita
Grange
Alice Perkins
Penna Oil Prices Rise Again to New High
Pennsylvania crude oil prices advanced once more, reaching a new high as the Heep agency reported a figure of 8.50 dollars per barrel for Pennsylvania oil. Other grades showed gains of about ten cents with specific prices listed for Corte: 2.10, Quball 2.07, Somerset 1.44, Ragland activity appears unsettled.
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Pennsylvania
Heep Agency
Corte Dius
Somerset
Ragland Romeing
Missing Crowley girl found after days of worry
Anxiety over Margaret Crowley who vanished from near Union City last Friday eased when she was located today. Relatives and neighbors watched searches, tramps were reported in the area, and a brief lead from a store phone placed her near Corry. She was found in a home on First Avenue and returned to her relatives.
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Margaret Crowley
Union City
Uae
Nani
Jehu
Osty
Nm Balltar
Conlon
Corry
First Avenue
Unclear military movement stated by sources
Fragmentary OCR describes Company A possibly leaving soon and Pennsylvania units moving south within a week possibly by the 27th or end of month. Mentions regiments, divisions, and a master plan with no definite orders issued yet by Colonel Tekaray and others.
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Ely
Danny Haiduck
Fertillaine
Y T Nuarhy
Tighnent
Tein
Pittsburgh
Penisylvania Teqops
Te Funil
Pennsylvania
Genaritajen
Alort
Col
Tekaray
OM Clivy
Wiilch
Corry
Sompinny
Erie Train Ran Down Hand Car Incident
A Erie Railroad express train Nos 14 struck a hand car on a Saturday near Hoar Like station at about sixty miles per hour. Workers clearing track misjudged timing and failed to remove the car before the oncoming train reached the curve. The engineer did not whistle. The locomotive struck the car, pieces flew, and the crew tried to move it off the track but the train hit it lengthwise. No one was hurt.
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Erie Railroad
Eutrhin
Hoar
Jongath
Ford car wreck injures occupants near St Thomas Church
A Ford auto in a high speed mishap near St Thomas Church caused the front wheel to detach, throwing occupants forward and cracking the windshield. Several women became hysterical but no one was seriously harmed beyond minor bruises, and bystanders helped lift and reattach the wheel. Police launched a campaign against the Independent Workers of the World amid a raid on their Sydney headquarters.
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Sydney
Wi Ang
Australia
Woditous Literatire Wad Talon
St Thomas
Germiny Expected Reply to Pope Note Tomorrow
The first reply to the papal note is anticipated from Germany tomorrow after a meeting of the Wain Committee. Chancellor Michaelis is expected to withdraw committees on key points when the session opens in the morning.
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Ponce Noty
Michaelis
Further Advance In Flanders Attacks Reported By British Sunday
fragmentary copy describes British Sunday attacks and a continued drive in the Flemish region. mentions hasty advances and shelling with unclear attribution. references military actions, retaliation, and ongoing offensives as reported by correspondents.
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Flanders
Producers Meet Again Tonight Over Milk and Cheese Plans
Journal reports a meeting of agricultural producers discussing the milk industry and potential new dairies. Officials mention strong chances of new milking and cheese plants being built locally to supply demand, with talks about pricing, contracts, and regional industry arrangements.
Edison Confers With Wilson At White House
Washington reports a private White House meeting this afternoon at four o'clock between Edison and President Wilson. The purpose of the visit remains undisclosed but sparks rumors that Edison may reveal a new invention. Edison has spent weeks in New York laboratories rumored to be tied to new war devices.
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United Pres
Washington
Decc
White House
Edison
New Torey Terug
Italian Offensive Progressing
Italian forces report progress along the Adriatic front as operations continue through August. Communications describe advancing lines, supply movements, and field reactions, with Allied and Axis positions and local weather affecting tempo and coordination.
Forger Photographs Sent to Police in NY Case
A damaged OCR item reports a man forged checks and sent a mug shot to New York authorities. The image allegedly showed a suspect posing as a sheriff’s officer, with police pursuing leads across multiple states. The article notes a nationwide alert and ongoing investigations by eastern authorities.
Corry Party At The Lake
A group of young ladies led by Miss Sarah Martin and others travel to Chautauqua Lake to spend two weeks at the Stennett Cottage on Sherman's Bay. They are joined by Auskos Mahar and Morris from the high school faculty who will act as chaperons and return to Unienity to resume duties for the year.
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Sarah Martin
Catherine Auer
Georgia Wagoner
Leona Beniley
Dorothy Sandburg
Chautauqua Lake
Stennett
Sherman's Bay
Takewood
Auskos Mahar
Morris
Facwigy
Standards Schedule Filled at State Fair Events
Readable fragments describe a schedule of events for a state fair. The text references people like HME VATE and venues such as Fair Grounds. It mentions a basketball or contest event, preparations, and anticipated attendance, with plans for a return visit and a large crowd.
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Willie Hiedenne
East Ratur
Attenmanea
Tauvada
Ino
Changes in Officials of Renovo Division
Changes in officials of Renovo division outlined a reshaping of leadership roles within the organization. A. S. Clarke succeeds as general superintendent, replacing the former manager in the central office and shifts in the Philadelphia terminal division task the Western Pennsylvania line to new leadership.
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Renovo DIV
Jahn
Ahi
Holing
Clarke
quavIna
Yue
Oona
Thalian residents raise funds for Italian band visit
A Thalian committee collected over one hundred dollars to bring an Italian band from Erle to the city. The group, said to consist of forty seven places and fourteen members, is regarded as one of the finest organizations in the region. It was hoped sufficient subscriptions would be in before evening to cover travel and arrangements.
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Jis
Erle
Tila
Thalian Realdenta
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