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28 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1918
Page
1
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Petrograd reports a shift in strategic stance as Allied and local forces retreat into defense positions. German and Austrian commands fear a revived push by Weirmacht units into the Dobro region, with reports of heavy troop redeployments and mounting civil resistance amid zero sum strategic gambits.
Two Corry youths Arch Lyons and Franklin Cabbitt joined the Ordnance Department today and sailed to Union City for credentials. They will travel to Fort Blount New York for induction and eight weeks of training at the University of Pennsylvania before assignment to active duty. Lyons, son of Gnd-My CW Lynne, and Cabbitt, son of Mrs Stra of Ft. Bawbitt, are Corry High School graduates who will report to duty as privates.
A local weather brief notes conditions for a coastal region. It mentions clouds and possible rain, with temperature estimates and wind trends. The report highlights modest rainfall chances and suggests carrying lightweight rain gear. No major storms are reported.
United Press reports a German strategy prioritizing the seizure of Petrograd. The plan accounts for winter conditions, rail bottlenecks, and heavy sea routes, arguing timing and logistics would favor a rapid advance if pursued.
A garbled OCR list shows widespread Red Cross pledge totals from multiple firms and workers, including Ajax Iron Works and Corry companies. The fragment cites 100 percent participation at several plants, with numerous named businesses and employees pledging per dollar totals, plus references to national guards and war-related duty.
United Press reports Meadville shop workers will see wage raises of three to five cents per hour. The entire shops will run a heavy overtime schedule of seventy hours weekly, with twelve hours daily except Saturday. Navy equipment orders are set to double shop output under government direction, and remodeling to former Contri Hotel property hints at expanded display and storage facilities.
The Ablest police department will see resignations from Philip Bagley and Michiel Carrol as officers quit duty following city resignations. Mayor Alexander announced two new specials, Locke and Lesser, will go on duty Friday night as a swift patrol contingent while civil service exams are advertised for future appointments.
A misprint led to a last minute change in venue for Lyle Clough’s lecture mention. The event will be held at the Presbyterian Church Thursday night at 7:45 PM, with admission payable at the door. Clough has arrived in France as a sergeant in the Medical Company Bongol.
The American ambassador Francis and staff leave Petrograd for Vologda, 275 miles east, with routes by rail to Archangel or the Trans-Siberian from Moscow. The journey may be lengthy as the Trans-Siberian line is largely impassable for months. Francis and other envoys may await at Vologda, with U S interests in Petrograd under Norwegian government care.
The body of Mrs. Aurtilia Allen arrived this morning from Albertville New York where her death occurred. Mr and Mrs George McCullough accompanied her. The funeral was held this afternoon at 1:30 at the United Brethren Church where she was a charter member. Rev N J McIntyre officiated with high praise for the deceased. Interment was at Moe Grove Cemetery with nephews as pallbearers. Out of town relatives attending included Mr and Mrs George McCullaugh Albertville New York Mr and Mrs George Allan Mr Riley Sullivan Amley Michigan Chayfus Swartz and family Lakewood.
Crippen, son of Mr and Mrs GH Crippen, leaves for Houston tonight to join the Aviation Corps. He will begin technical training as an ancillary aeronautics student at Tech after graduating from Corry High School and studying at Case School. After training he will qualify as a cadet and be placed in charge of technical work in the aviation corps.
The Variety Four performed last evening at the high school auditorium, delivering a varied program to please all. They featured Scottish and Holland songs, dances, and encores, closing with the clever petite playlet Four in One.
Washington February 28 The House adopted the Sweet amendment to the railway control bill limiting presidential power over railway orders The amendment lets the President adjust rules only with potential review by the Interstate Commerce Commission which may override his recommendations The House retained the bill's existing form as passed by the Senate
Washington reports discuss potential deployment of 200000 Japanese troops in Siberia and 100000 more foray by Russian forces, with actions contingent on entente and US approval. Naval experts note German activity may aim to cripple Russian sea power amid ongoing war considerations.
About 250 farmers attended a meeting of rural patrons of the Hell Telephone Company at Splesman’s Hall. Bell manager Mr. Oro and Mr. Gillespie of Pitsburg spoke as patrons debated service. No action taken, but farmers and company officials agreed to form a collective organization fund and to await further steps. Some lines still refused to map demand.
Wilidin A. Porter dies this morning at Spring Creek near Alston. Porter, 37, was widely known in Ware County. Funeral is set for Saturday at 8:20 A.M. with interment at the cemetery at East Ty.
Butler Peake presents a suggested plan amid crisis as Germany's fleet shifts position. Households urged to conserve flour and follow rationing rules with strict wheatless days and Victory bread. Instructions cover bread limits, meat and fats, and daily meatless meals to aid wartime needs and support Allied exports.
Report from Copantingen says the valine Hallie Meet of the Taperial Geranneyy is now in full operation heading northward toward Fintan. Early morning dispatches from Norlin outline the new movement of the Heer Have with additional details to follow.
The Atlantic Refining Company reports completion of the Corry station with a new warehouse, automatic barrel fillers, electric elevators, a new yard system, and multiple tanks. Manager Beat expects a busy season and says the upgrades will enable improved service. Matz, in charge of construction, moves to Erle for additions to the Erle plant.
Food administration officials announce that Waller L. Vewke will supervise the work of township deputies in Wayne and Conceri. Other deputies named include C Belknap Letoeuf Pred Rotling McKeon J W Kuhle Girard Charles Boone ALD Cage Summit JH Phillips Prankin. More deputies to be named as plans are set for arranging the four minute men who will explain government activities and urge patriotic cooperation.
London February 28 Reuters reports the Serbian cabinet has quit. Dispatches from Corfu quote officials as stating the entire ministry has resigned. The move follows diplomatic tensions and intra-government disagreements impacting Belgrade’s leadership.
The cottage prayer meetings organized by Anat M Church drew good attendance on Tuesday and Wednesday with high interest. Closing sessions are planned for Friday evening and Saturday morning at listed homes on Main, King, East streets and near Hawt Pleasant, with leaders including J. J. Hantley, Thomas Jonson, HP. Scott, and more.
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