07 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1917
Page
1
State Department reports conflicting information on Gerard and embassy staff likely left Berlin and possibly reached Berne today. Meanwhile German submarines have sunk forty ships, with sixteen lives lost, raising anxiety over wartime safety and evacuation efforts.
United Press reports Senator Works of California denounces President Wilson for severing diplomatic relations with Germany. He accuses Britain of pressuring the United States and urges responses aligning with allied actions. The speech condemns the dissolution as a dangerous overstep affecting foreign policy and national unity.
Amid chaotic reports on German policy and naval maneuvers, officials in Washington note a cautious public stance. Germany may aim for broad blockade tactics while Britain maneuvers to avoid direct conflict. South American governments weigh alignment as Argentina and Bolivia consider positions.
The University of Pennsylvania faculty and football committee plan to retain Jon Jourdet as coach after speculation about leadership. Jourdet previously led the team and is favored despite faculty objections to recent selection debates, with his work judged satisfactory.
United Pomsa summarizes a speech alleging Penrose boasted about diplomacy and policy. The brief notes a claim that Pantone declared something and that Penrose would drive from the door. It references President remarks on a break with Germany and a meeting at the Banaty on Saturday.
Local gas service relief reported as Pennsylvania Gas Company confirms supply expected to resume fully by tonight and Thursday morning. Officials warn of possible pressure fluctuations during restoration with calls for cautious use as hoses and lines are restored to normal in affected areas.
Reported clash near Hodtiker fifty miles from the border ends with Villistas killed and twenty five captured or missing after a fight between eighty bandits and fifty Carranalathe. William forces reportedly routed after hours of combat as Monts heads to Car ranzistan. MG Wilson en route to Union City for business.
Report describes Pershing's command as in perfect condition and fully modernized, with extensive equipment and readiness. Observers note the unit's rapid deployment to border defenses and emphasize disciplined training, weaponry, and logistics. The piece highlights praise from military and political figures regarding readiness and modernization efforts.
Thi Corry Bale Resolution notes re election of officers of the association. President Warren Delany, Vice President, Del Harling. Treasurer F. I. Worx. Secretary (name unclear). other officers listed. Newly elected directors to serve on the board. shareholders approve the resolution and plan for the current year.
The Northwestern Pennsylvania Mille Producery Association organized yesterday at a Grat real meeting. J Crowell named first president with W Bailey as Western View President and A. Lo Hnbruick as treasurer. Wayne and Concord are equally represented in offices and committees, and the first annual meeting will be held in Corry next Tuesday with dairymen from Erie Warren and Crawford counties attending.
Corry and Crawford County delegates, including I J Desmond, J J Waltz, and A H Abble, attended a Harrisburg meeting with State Highway officials to discuss routing of the Pittsburgh to Toledo highway. They supported leaving routing to county commissioners and local civic groups, favoring a Waterford path over Edinboro, with Pittsburgh interests initially pushing for Edinboro but later acceptance of the county’s discretion.
Clinton N. Howard delivered a dramatic temperance lecture at the Corry church during a Winn Inter-Church Medoration event. He attacked liquor as a dire social evil, likening it to a cunning tyrant and urging abolition, while contrasting historic figures and warnings to rally the audience against drink.
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