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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1916
Page
1
War Dept reshapes South Army into divisions with Gen Leonard Wood possibly to command. A U S Marine was killed and three wounded in clashes at San Domingo during uprisings tied to Carranza demands. Officials planned new deployments and alert the president.
All leave at Mount Gretna this week as troops prepare for departure. The 18th regiment is to depart from the old battalion area with other units marching to the staging area for rapid daily contingents. The Fourth family moves with the guards to follow, with cavalry to be joined Friday and Saturday.
Dr Rowwall of Unis city on Saturday proposed a plan to bring sheep into the vicin ity for local farmers. Secretary of Agriculture Mr Hotton and others will assist in collecting and delivering flocks, with each interested farmer receiving ten fine ewes and their lambs to be produced by the flock. Dr Howell believes many farmers will welcome the offer and urges prompt contact.
Hy United Press reports a surge of militia reaching the border amid National Guard movements. Fragmentary text notes border positions at Brownsville and Colitis area, with reports of heavy heat and intense patrols. The piece mentions various units and officials, highlighting tense preparations and cautionary stances along the frontier.
In United States the number of men of military age is reported as twenty one million. Union City and Timayillo plan a large celebration tomorrow with the Order of Tent Mon leading Union City’s events and Eke Moony organizing Tuveville’s program for an elaborate celebration.
United Press dispatch notes troops marching to the border lack rations. Rainhs City reports officers fear hardtack spoilage as they await supplies. officials discuss payment and provisioning plans to supply Ascendanid units during transit to the frontier.
A partly cloudy outlook for Tuesday with mild temperatures. Light winds and a warmer day expected across regions.
A local council considers awarding a contract this evening amid concerns over costs and prior experiences. Officials weigh options and potential risks as they prepare to finalize decisions affecting a public project and its funding.
Fractured copy reports German reinforcements slowing Allied advances north of the Somme while French forces face German pressure south of the Somme. The piece notes French counteractions and German setbacks with reports of fierce fighting and heavy German losses. The notice also mentions a meeting with Mrs Owens of Northwest at Streat on Wednesday July other, urging attendance.
United Press reports a great offensive across miles of front as British and French forces press the German lines near the Somme. Allied artillery and infantry push toward Peronne amid heavy fighting, with thousands of German soldiers engaged and retreating under pressure.
A local committee formed to manage a fundraising drive for dependents of Company A. The event gathers community leaders and offers details on contributions from various individuals and businesses, promising to report progress and use proceeds to support families. The list of donors includes Mayor Patternon and multiple local firms, with amounts noted alongside donor names.
Reports state that Columbus and surrounding areas see heightened security as U S officials deploy guardsmen to monitor communications and restrict information reaching Mexican authorities. Capt. Louly Van Schank and aides remain in Columbus with a team observing couriers and suspected emissaries along the border.
Corry notes another movement of National Guard troops en route toward the Mexican border. Three troop trains arrived here by mid afternoon, with soldiers moved to the creel to drill and exercise near the depot. Officials report further trains and troop movements through Gretna and nearby towns as authorities prepare for possible mobilization amid rising tensions.
Wilbur Lambing of Corry wardens a Friday hotel interview with Ione Warner of Pittsburgh Pinto praising a Corry pitcher named Wagner. Warner, a Pittsburgh official, suggested Wagner could soon reach major league level and noted Rochester and Pittsburgh interest. Managers plan careful guidance before a permanent major league try.
German and French forces clash along the Somme with reports of German resistance and French withdrawal to second line defenses. North of the Somme the enemy counters, while south of the Somme German troops push to regroup under heavy artillery pressure.
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