09 Jul 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1917
Page
1
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By United Press London July 9 the American steamer Massapennia 400 tons owned by the New York Rice Company was sunk by a submarine off the French coast. Nineteen crewmen landed safely on a small island near Brent and 28 miles southwest of the area. the cargo carried heavy grain. American crewmen total forty two. all presumed Americans aboard.
The piece notes states that fulfilled their manpower needs for the nation and regular army. It cites Pennsylvania and others meeting the call and avoiding large draft quotas. General Crowder announces the delicate process of forming state quotas and district allocations by population. War Department rumors suggest over a million may be drafted, but no official tally yet.
French forces renewed operations along the front reaching Tonal and nearby sectors while British troops held firm with limited action. The official communiqué notes gains in trench positions and a raid near the Bethe area, though overall activity on the Tricia front remained restrained.
The public and government anticipate Argentine consent to indemnity payment for post submarine incidents while Argentina hopes for no more destruction. The U S government plans immediate severance of diplomatic ties unless terms are met, with President Wilson signaling export controls and policy shifts raising concern over Argentina’s interests in the new American stance.
United Press reports I W W members arrested near Warren during preparations for the El Paso Texas race meet. Authorities held three thousand Mexican workers and a Texas organization of the IWW allegedly plotted strikes. The racing scene includes a world record holder slated to arrive and be quartered at the stable grounds, with events planned July 17 to 19.
United Jews reports a major Russian offensive northeast of Lomberg Stanislau expanding activity along the Galician front. The drive yielded 131 officers and over 7,000 men captured with large guns and 34 machine guns. General Kormiloft commanded the operation as German forces countered near Lomberg.
The funeral services for the late Mrs. George Spencer were held from the residence Saturday afternoon at three o'clock. Many relatives and friends from nearby towns attended. Pallbearers included Robert Osborne, A. R. Morgan, J. H. Bagley, B. W. Chapin, Robert Alexander, and D. S. Rows. Interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery.
Wells Fargo plans quick service improvements in the city with a redesigned office at Lotte Offloggu Center street and new delivery wagons arriving this week. Bids are out for remodeling and new papering and staffing, while railroad action on a new station remains uncertain.
Former nurses in Corry press a formal complaint to the Board of Directors about alleged mistreatment. The statement cites fear within the institution and accuses officials of ignoring prior concerns. Names listed include Eli M. Tujans Mary Middleton Laila Liubcock Moroneef Maria Aeblo Phompson and others.
The Four Leaf Clover Club hosts a dancing party at the Corry Driving Park Hall Thursday evening. The decorated venue saw a large attendance from Williamsport and other cities. Mr and Mrs Walter Shusa and Mr and Mrs I W Knepp act as chaperones. The event marks the club’s first social gathering at the pavilion with many guests anticipated.
Tursday evening a social gathering will be held at the home of Ar aid Mrs William Cullen on Can Gord street. A garden social and dancing party will feature a planned program and arrangements to accommodate a large crowd. Proceeds go to St Thomas church with an expected benefit.
An injured mosaic of garbled text discusses a clash in the Reichstag, predicting events in Berlin with references to German leadership and political factions. It mentions reactionaries, liberalism, and concerns about civilised world responses amid rising tensions and political maneuvers.
Corrye Chautauqua week featured strong performances for children and adults, with Mrs 8. P Fanton delivering remarks as general superintendent. Attendance rose as artists entertained and a notable White audience helped close the event. Four hundred eleven pledge cards signed to bring the Chautauqua back next summer, outlining need for volunteers to sell tickets.
A Blick powder facility explosion at Mare Talon navy yard in Valleja Cal on July 9 killed nine and injured thirty including women and children. Destruction spread to nearby towns Sacramento and Oakland with several vessels wrecked and heavy damage reported. Washington dispatch notes crop estimates for the nation show wheat output around 678 million bushels, about 28 million more than last year.
A scrambled wire service style note describes Sammies departing the port for camp. It mentions figures like Jay, West, and Ilene Poach among others and references a morning tune and water tasks. The text is garbled with multiple names and places, but indicates troops and preparation activities before departure.
The article reports Dr Christie will direct the band this season replacing prior leadership. It notes his extensive experience and the transition at once, with colleagues praising his ability and the band’s ongoing work.
A wartime notice from Washington, D.C. states 678000 men are needed for the first draft to fit the armed forces. The War Department confirms this number will sustain training and mobilization efforts.
United Press dispatch reports foreigners in Peking and major Chinese centers are safe amid political changes. Announcement notes reestablishment of democracy and provisional leadership with Keng Lue Chang named provisional president in the government formed at Nanking.
A herd of cattle disappeared from a Welntyn firm pasture near Vinton City, later found stranded in swamp and recovered by owner Harry Handal. Neighbors drained the water trench. the cattle were reported in good condition though several suffered wet and mud exposure. Estimated value around one hundred dollars. owner proud of stock in the area.
The Standard Screw Company advances its moving of equipment to the main plant on Main Street, aiming for minimal production disruption. Workers operate on a day and night schedule as rooms and walls at the new facility near Mimax property are completed and machinery is installed for an efficient modal setup.
Charles Dahl died Sunday at his Summit home after a lengthy illness. He was a well known resident and beloved by his wife and children. Funeral services will be held at the residence Wednesday at 1 o'clock, with interment in the local cemetery.
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