City Commission Meeting Recap and Budget Briefing
The Corry city commission held its latest meeting detailing the upcoming transfer of control to Mayor-elect Alexander on January 7. Officials reviewed the treasurer’s December balance, discussed public works and police department plans, and outlined anticipated changes under the new administration including road work and industrial farm programs.
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Penneylvania Wallroad
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Terest
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Railroad employes voice loyalty amid wartime prep talk
Interviews with railroad workers and operators show broad support for government preparedness. A station porter and others commented that the government had taken a step forward, while one pessimist warned about future burdens as the rail system stands ready to serve.
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York
Howe Powel
Wixurong
Gralln Today
Gt Urey
Nmuepoma
Concensia
Mulinan
McAdoo in Action as R. R. Head McAdoo in Action as R. R. Head
Washington reports McAdoo shows decisive action amid a great Atlantic storm and government control benefits. The piece covers freight routing, bond purchases, and 1916 1918 appropriations, with 1974 1976 street paving projects and costs cited, ending with a note of continuation on the next page.
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Washington
Treetor McAdoo
Max McAdoo
Avinge
Americans Capture Crew of Submarine in November Engagement
Uwartiloton Dec 28 Navy department announced the capture of a German submarine crew by American destroyers Hasniling and Niehohsen. Two American sailors jumped aboard and rescued two men from the Teton. Four officers and 58 of the submarine's crew were captured and imprisoned. The Germans opened valves before surrendering and the captives were landed in port after aboard days of care.
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Afkur Aing
Fighting in Progress at Jerusalem
United Press dispatch from Washington reports Turkish divisions advancing to drive British from the Holy Land. Reinforcements from German and Austrian regiments arrived from the Russian front. Allenby notes Turkish attacks between Jaffa and Jerusalem Dec 26 27 28 were repulsed with heavy enemy losses and a counterattack yielded approximately two and a half rifles on a front of nine miles.
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Allenby
Jaffa
Jerusalem
Hard Time for R F D Carriers Amid Cold Wind
Rural mail carriers endured bitter exposure as freezing winds swept their routes yesterday. Several were warmed in homes by patrons with hot cocoa and lunch, highlighting the harsh conditions faced by Sam’s faithful postmen and women on cold days.
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Conference resumes as talks require expansion delay
Delayed dispatches from the Russian German peace conference at Trest Lttovak via Berlin report the session was resumed Thursday. The latest notes say the talks have reached a stage where expansion would be necessary so delegates can confer with their governments more readily.
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City Gas Shortages Strain City Utilities
Thermometers mark several degrees below zero as city gas supply runs short. Residents report difficulty obtaining gas for heating and streetcar power. The gas company cut supply to the street railway power house, causing closure of the Corry and Columbus line.
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N I T Club Gave Party Last Night
About twenty five couples attended the informal affair at the East Star Hall. Dancing began at eight o clock and continued until twelve with music by Miss Margaret Myers and Messrs Schuyler and Rathburn. The annual NT tall was omitted this year due to conditions, a loss felt by local social circles. A number of out of town guests attended and the event, though simpler than last year, was enjoyed by all present.
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Mias
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Rathburn
Big Time Monday Night gala hosted by Corey Lodge
Monty syening tle grand masduerate bull under Corey Lodge at Thy Braty Arm ory will draw crowds from nearby towns. Mansman the costmer will be at St. esantes Motel Monday with top costumes and Measenger's orchestra. A buffet lunctéon by Chepanckus Uros and dancing from 9 to 2, all proceeds to Corty Ledge BPO charity.
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Corey Lodge
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Chepanckus Uros
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Diks
Avery
Applications Reach Civil Service Board
City officials report all applications filed for police positions and other city jobs. Applicants are urged to appear for physicals before Dr. Graham prior to the examination on January 3, with findings ready for the new Commission by January 7.
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City Civil Service Board
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Graham
Zeppelin Destroyed Off Jutland Coast Reported
United Press reports a German Zeppelin destroyed off the coast of Jutland after burning. no casualties noted. The incident was communicated amid weather notes predicting cloudy tonight with possible light snow flurries and steady temperatures.
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Copenhagen
Jutland
Harry B. Burlingame
Mildred E. Latimer
North Sea
Spartansburg -Yero
Burlingame
Strawttorwon
Corry Boy's Thrilling War Experience
A reader recounts a Corry boy's wartime service with the American Field Service and his unit’s varied duties. A companion describes a perilous 72 hour sequence including a night ride, a trench loading mission, and a fierce artillery bombardment near French trenches. The tale highlights improvisation, cross language moments, and the wild ride of war with detailed impressions of soldiers and surroundings.
Keystone Team Triumphs in Tight Victory
The Keystone team secured another win against an outmatched Cobanvs squad as McKeystone’s tight guarding limited the visitors’ scoring. The heavily attended clash featured spirited play, with several locals suffering falls but recovering. A rematch is likely Friday.
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Tevville
McKeystone
Tabihaya
Street Car Collides With Auto In Front of Port Greem
A street car collided with an auto taxi in front of the traction building early morning. The street car broke front windows and a nearby street scene shows shattered glass. The taxi avoided serious damage as passengers escaped unhurt.
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Lawariy
Rimotaife
Volligen
Turbulent retreat under shell fire near Wood Hawke
In a chaotic trench story the narrator recalls misfired wheels, stalled engines, and a harrowing escape as shells burst and German shells threaten. Despite fear, Luckier crews restart, cross a hill, and reach shelter while observers describe the vivid night scene and the calm of soldiers under fire.
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