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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1918
Page
1
The narrative reports German troops entrenched and halting offensives after fierce fighting with American and Allied forces along the Marne front. It notes failed renewals of assault, French and American counterattacks, and limited gains as both sides incurred casualties. The piece emphasizes the halted German push and the continued contested clash near key positions.
Evening event at Beaver Dam featuring Mary Dele of State College promoting home canning. The display includes sewing needles and local crafts. Residents encouraged to attend for demonstrations and guidance on preserving produce.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions a meeting tonight about hiring someone possibly named Will and references Presbyterian Chyna Wh Me and Erie. The text is scrambled with garbled names and phrases, but suggests an event to discuss a hire and a local group or church.
A chaotic report outlines a Red Cross meeting in the Bis Building with members from Naud gale and various committees. It lists donations, including 20.00 for Lally Maccabees, 1500 Chilean, and mentions chairpersons, ward activities, hospital supplies, and the Penny on a Dollar pledges. The article notes chapters, fund drives, collectors and upcoming solicitations on Thursday to Saturday, urging monthly donations to G. St. Barley and Mrs Tray or Mrs Williams.
Fire Chief Andrew Paulson says investigation of recent north side fires shows some signs of incendiarism but no tangible clues identify suspects. He and others found no usable evidence, suggesting the firebug may be clever and evading capture.
United Press dispatch from Washington reports 190 total casualties with 102 wounded, 18 seriously, and 14 killed. The figures cover the latest military action, detailing injuries by category and location.
A World War II era list details service numbers and roles of men and nurses. It notes 250 men in various corps including Coast Artillery Ordnance Engineering Medical and Aviation. It mentions four women and several nurses joining medical and support units, with many serving at the fighting front for extended periods.
A temporary food administration group led by C. B. Wilcox and Michael Mie Olio met with Deputy Food Administrator Polke to align under Food Administration rules. They urged grocers to reduce all meat prices while ensuring cost coverage, citing high wholesale meat costs and ongoing efforts to organize dealers for a citywide price drop within 80 days.
City council approves purchase of the Spiesman lot for a nominal sum. Meeting notes include sewer work, pavement projects, and a call to appoint a police magistrate. Officials discuss refunds to contractors and public work responsibilities.
Reports from the hospital indicate Mrs Newman remains in critical condition after Friday's automobile incident. She cannot be moved due to her condition. outcome remains undetermined. Mrs Frances Newman arrived to assist in care. driver license records show Leta Lindsley and L J Lindsley owned land car No 141 with license No 17.
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