25 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1918
Page
1
A dispatch from United Press claims German influence operates in Spain, with propaganda efforts and suspected plans to establish a military government. The report notes German support for factions and attempts to destabilize through partisan actions among troops.
Berlin reports German troops advancing with victories near Toovito and Rovio, while Russian forces suffer heavy losses across multiple villages. The conflict details indicate large Russian casualties as German forces seize Donpal area and disrupt supply lines, with reports of Russian retreats and village burnings.
An evening program called The Variety Move will showcase four gifted young performers. Wadniwday evening will include piano, violin, guitar, mandolin, and bass with poetry and drawings. The event aims to blend music and literary readings, promising a lively closing number.
The hearing in the Kittanning coal matter was postponed as the defense and prosecution prepared more charges about coal disposal. The case concerns alleged wrongdoing involving government oversight and private parties.
Reports from Petrourad and London describe Allied and Axis maneuvers with varied outcomes. The Pan Soviet vote and Bolshevik reactions indicate ongoing turmoil as the war and peace talks influence movements and territorial claims. The American front reports delayed engagements and artillery activity with casualties light and tactical gains contested.
Farmers will convene at Splosnan's Hut on First Avenue Wednesday at noon to review Bell Company's regulatory demands and consider a cooperative response. The meeting aims to discuss changes in operating methods and potential actions to counter rival patronage.
Memorial services were held yesterday for Mrs William Finson with many friends attending at Boni street. Members of Curry Review and Ladies of the Macabees joined in the tributes. Rev C B Woodward conducted the service at the First Presbyterian Church. Interment followed in Pine Grove Cemetery with bearers R F Livermore A F Munger Charles Myron Oscar Frits J E Morris and John Banks.
The Palm Restaurant changed hands as veteran operator Mr. Graham sold to Mr. Thayer of Oil City. The new owner is experienced in the industry and plans to maintain the patronage built under the previous management, aiming for a smooth transition and continued support from customers.
A garbled OCR style fragment discusses Lenin and the Pan Soviet Council, with references to Menshevik leaders, a potential government action, and a late night event. The piece mixes names and phrases in a damaged format, lacking clear dates or places.
An American was killed and two wounded when outlaws attacked an American post at Tumplesweeter Mays. The government vowed punishment for those responsible, with officials reporting menacing actions by Mexican forces and continuing border tensions.
Corry Connell of United Commercial Travellers led a lively meeting at U C T Hall on Saturday evening. G H Funlow and J J Desmond spoke, pledging support to the Red Cross while noting strong local interest and participation in the One Cent on a Dollar campaign amid a crowded gathering in Amstentun.
United Press reports from London that British forces moved toward Baghdad after a tactical push along the Euphrates. The advance targeted areas near Kibaia and near off the river, with Allied units driving toward key objectives as operations continued.
A fragment from Corry reports sugar price fixed at nine cents per pound amid market turmoil. Local officials quote costs, freight, and wholesale margins, noting retailers should charge nine cents to meet the new target. The document implies wholesalers anticipate profits near nine dollars per hundred pounds, with concern over enforcement and stock conditions.
Forty survivors from the alarmship More 2el were ashore after a wreck attributed to German plotters. Rescue work began at dawn. the ship went on the rocks near the coast with 77 men aboard, including the Mesdel and the Ware 2ul. Fifteen rales left after caurae jl ANG catastrophe mentioned. The captain Whitting and crew praised as able seamen. Four hundred aboard, 77 saved, six or more bodies later found ashore at dinosaur points. Survivors taken to hospitals and medical care arranged.
Report from Rostov dated February 27 states German forces entered Rostov and advanced with little Russian resistance. Russian troops are deserting posts as German troops push toward the Don Cossack region, with Rostov among key cities reportedly captured by the invaders.
St Elizabeth's Parish held a successful union service last night with a large congregation. Rev. Will Hil of St Paul's Luther Church preached an excellent sermon, assisted by Rev. G Woodwind and fr. W A Jenna. The choir offered q music and the Rutile Hymn of the Seyublie was sung. next Sunday's service will be at the united Keathren Church with Rev. Frederick Tro bestor of the First Baptist Chapel delivering the sermon.
An evening assembly at St Elizabeth’s Parish Hall West Nstoint BbreRtast featured Thomas J. Ruwson elected Second Vice President, with Mrs Magon chairing the Food Conservation discussion. Speakers urged subscriptions to Red Cross and war support, pledges were made, and Mrs Howlett offered a servic e flag while Butcher Brook and others commented on local understanding of postwar relief efforts.
Patterns for Belgian relief have arrived and are ready for distribution to societies aiding the Red Cross. The Tayettes patterns have been received and will be distributed to groups undertaking this tranche of relief work.
London Feb 25 British forces repelled hostile raiders in the region of Annenieres according to a War Office statement General Haig says the enemy artillery was active northwest of Onquhat and threatened the Messin area with bombardment yesterday night The report notes continued Allied air and artillery activity in northern France.
Considerable excitement swept railway circles Sunday afternoon when word spread that a P. E. R. brakeman had fallen from a bridge. Searches and wire reports extended between the city and Lovell until morning as speculation centered on his fate. Belief persisted he was lost between the point and the city but no conclusive evidence surfaced. Local officials later stated the brakeman’s home was in Baltimore and the case may hinge on whether the train arrived here. No further reports confirmed his whereabouts as of early morning today.
A series of onstage prayer meetings organized by M E Ghureh is set for this week with sessions Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10 o clock morning and evening at 7 o clock. Tomorrow morning the meetings will be at the homes of several residents including D Beriwm and J Dahl and others around East Main Te We Egelnson and Raymond Block area.
A verse lament contrasts women who sew and knit with those who do nothing as the war effort wanes. It urges readers not to be passive while soldiers in France suffer, criticizing indifference and the slice of charity that fails to translate into action.
The Corry group leaves Union City this morning to report before the draft board for induction into the U S military service. A large crowd of relatives gathers to bid them farewell as leaders name the men who will take the southbound train.
A government critique warns against fake reports claiming maple syrup commandeering by the government. It urges producers to emphasize home consumption and notes maple products can be profitable as alternative sugars prices rise. Directs wide publicity to aid supply efforts.
Henry Boudreau, after weeks of controversy, is offered a position through the Ordnance Department as an inspector of all uses in Washington, D.C. He has prior experience with the American Locomotive Company and shows evident expertise in related duties.
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