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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1918
Page
1
John Johns, visiting from London, describes London air raids and civilian resilience under German bombing. He recounts Zeppelin attacks, anti aircraft defenses, and the strong morale of Britons with America’s aid seen as key to victory amid widespread destruction and wartime shortages.
United Press report from Washington notes Senator Grong of Missouri declaring Theodore Roosevelt the Kaiser’s potent agent in the U S A. The senator blasted Roosevelt for political motives and delaying war operations via his editorials in Kansas City Star and Post, urging accountability for his supposed patriotic camouflage.
Reports from London dated January 21 describe a quiet western front with no major fighting in the last twenty four hours. British troops conducted minor patrols and recaptured a small number of German prisoners and captured a few guns.
Reports from Amsterdam state the independent Rucalan province of Ukraine has concluded a separate peace with Germany. The intercepted wireless message from Berlin claims the move, which contravenes the agreement with the Bolshevik government, as viewed by Metalothers.
Mr Johns spoke at the First Methodist Church about the war, praising British resolve and America’s helpful role in sharing burdens. He noted England’s favorable view of American interests and predicted U.S. trade dominance, while keeping some details confidential for Allied officials. On the journey to America he and his family had a submarine incident at sea but remained safe as the ship returned to harbor.
Congestion on the Renovant division slows train movement as extreme cold freezes grease on the Journal oxens and delays freight cars. Officials note Gardell order eased congestion, but and there is ongoing concern over snow to keep tracks clear and restore regular schedules for passenger trains.
United Press report from Washington states Director General McAdoo conceded he doubts government ownership of roads. He said interstate highways would need about a billion dollars in loans to be on a paying footing, outlining the financial hurdle before a public ownership stance could be viable.
Petrograd on January 21 dispatched a note of protest to Tokyo through the Bolshevik government. The move followed reports that Japan would land troops at Vladivostok to protect ships and property of allied residents, prompting official denials from the Tokyo government.
Weather remains cloudy and cold as grouse and other game die from cold and hunger across several counties. United Sportsmen of Pennsylvania and allied groups have authority from Fish and Game Commissioner Kaltytus to buy grain to feed wild birds. state funds cover food costs but not delivery. This marks a third winter of losses, prompting a temporary two year suspension of grouse hunting to protect populations until conditions improve.
Industrial areas report increased activity as several plants restart shifts under government war work. At Standard Screw, Raymond, Climax, and Triit plants, 40 percent to full staffing return, with operation only on government orders. Officials discuss overtime restrictions and a proposed rule to allow twelve hour days on idle Monday weeks, citing state law and fuel regulations.
Harrisburg reports indicate all Pennsylvania saloons will close on ten named Monday holidays. Governor Brumbaugh's order, issued Saturday, prompted the Federation of Liquor Dealers to move quickly to preempt the edict.
A wartime voice appeals to readers to sustain a constant stream of food care clothes weapons and equipment from home. It frames the siege as a shared duty between frontline soldiers and civilians and calls for steady support to sustain the nation’s valor.
News reports that on this Monday nearly all shops offices and bars were shut with restaurants and tobacco stores largely closed. Only drugstores remained open with limited hours and theatres operating briefly before further bans. The measure aims to continue weekly for ten weeks ending March 25, causing confusion among merchants seeking compliance.
City saloons and hotel liquor rooms closed today as part of a ten Monday federal order. Car dealers and saloonkeepers aligned with the liquor association reportedly followed the directive nationwide. Governor Brambaugh touched on safety amid the halt in tavern business.
Long cold period brings record low temperatures in Corry. Measurements show 12 to 20 below in busier sections and subzero readings citywide. water pipes freeze and repairs surge as ground sits four feet frozen. Officials report month long winter averages shatter previous records and warn of continued extreme cold.
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