27 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1918
Page
1
Reports from wartime bureaus describe British forces pushing lines forward with French troops advancing toward Roye. Dispatches note heavy fighting near boundaries of the Somme front as Allied positions tighten around the Roye area.
Washington August 27 With an agreement reached to vote on the man power bill before adjournment the Senate met earlier than usual today to hasten action. Unanimous consent has been obtained to vote on the bill and amendments may be arranged to save time. The work relief amendment escaped notice as the bill moved toward conference where differences could be settled swiftly with a view to sending the measure to the President for signature by week’s end.
The funeral of Mrs J I Harwood was held yesterday afternoon at her home near Cohiba, with limited attendance from relatives and neighbors. Service at the Columbia Church featured vocal selections by Georg Hatterson and Tha Austin, and burial at Went Side Cemetery in Columbia. Relatives in attendance included A A Van Vieck and Mariotta Burtia among others from Jaliontown, Plavinna, and Hudson Brown areas.
United Press reports an Atlantic Port incident where patrol boat 206, painted white, sank by mistake after a patrol duty. Eleven crew members aboard were rescued, with two wounded, found east of Handy Took on a improvised mat. Wireless warnings were received as the scene unfolded.
Summary of battlefield casualty figures shows 341 total casualties for today across multiple units. Reports mention general officers and expeditionary forces with varying levels of injuries including wounded and missing, alongside mentions of aviation casualties and air raid events.
A fragmented report cites Erie City Institute discussions and local unrest. It mentions the marine corps summary and a reference to Greater Chicago figures, with unclear details about venues, dates, or authors due to corrupt OCR. The piece hints at a notable event connected to the university and municipal concerns with limited readable specifics.
An event at the fair tomorrow features Uncle Sam in an exhibit by Cooper from Pittsburg and Willy, with displays from the Mine YS Wir and War Stimpy. Cooper and War Stimpy showcase the Won of Commerce campaign, plus other exhibits and a large sale of fine Christ md stamps tomorrow.
United Press reports Provost Marshal General announces more names of wounded and dead, with totals and calls for 4 80 00 men to be mobilized, 2 600 to Camp Forrest and 2 500 to another post. The note also mentions Mrs Ferguson and Miss Marjorie Ferguson returning from Cleveland.
Nine Corry men listed for the Union City draft bond division with names and statuses. A long, garbled roster includes local residents and several surnames, suggesting a wartime conscription notice with partial place and unit references.
An article notes new registrants to Thon City receive questionnaires and urging prompt return. Attorneys will provide services for work as in the past. The piece discusses registration oversight, upcoming drafts, and anticipated manpower shortages affecting local employers and the community.
The Bria County rural carriers association plans a picnic next Monday July 9 at Adintora Lake, Ixton AiO. The event aims to boost morale and prevent fatigue by inviting carriers and their families across the county. A notable feature is a ball game between east side carriers captained by Charles Whitman and west side players directed by William Jones, promising local rivalry.
A disjointed page fragment mentions multiple local figures and events. Names such as Clarence, Carlson, Lynn, and Joe Curtin appear among scattered references. Interment details point to a church service at CHOON AL O'slock and a cemetery in Calutative pemtory.
Several cases heard in police court sparked public anger as details emerged of a man accused of abusing his children. He was jailed with bail set after a reported struggle, while other arrests brought fines ranging from eight fifty to five dollars. Weather forecast: fair tonight and Wednesday, with warmth in the north.
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