Blindfolded Draw Decide Draft Numbers in Washington
A United Press report describes a draft lottery proceeding in Washington, with 10 500 men to be drawn to determine registration order. Officials conducted the blindfolded drawing at the Sunstyattla building as War Department officials presided over the event and announced the sequence of numbers for potential service.
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United Prom
Worthington
Neon
Miphiel
Bonuto
Takur
Honora Crowder
Geveral
Howndaner
Vonga
War Department
Germany Tries to Wear Out French Forces
A United Crew report from London analyzes German strategy aimed at exhausting French military strength before American troops can join the fight. Hindenburg targets weakened French lines while seeking heavy U.S. aid to arrive too late to change the outcome.
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Germany
London
France
Othar
Hranth
Ataft
Fravk
Ude
Hindenburg Shaw
Fcrcon
Wowker Amt
United States
Funeral of Mrs Hardigan at St Thomas Church
In memory of Mrs Hien Hardigan funeral services were held this morning at St Thomas Church with many relatives and friends in attendance. Pallbearers listed include William Cullen James Malone Fred Narbedu and Thomas Green. Interment followed at St Thomas Cemetery.
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Chuards
L C B A Convention Notes From Atlantia Gathering
Members of the local L C B A attend the quadriennial convention at Atlantia City. The event features proclaims and pledges, including a $100,000 fund for southern and northwest missions and Chapel care. Several officers attend the session, among them Mrs Kale Mahoney and Mrs Meteo, with Mrs J A Roger and Mrs Mary Contofly noted in leadership roles.
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Mambera
L.A IA
Atlantia -Glty -Yoyforday
Amonie Obhur Times
Chapel Tare
Nw Missions
Kale Mahoney
Sus Prem
Troy
Margot
Prat Dent
Utfato
Meteo
Susisten
Pubiion
Vai
Reichstag Passes Peace Resolutions Reported by United Press
Copenhagen July 20 reports reaching here say the Reichstag yesterday passed peace resolutions with near unanimous backing from Liberal and Socialist leaders. The vote on the coalitions and the motion drew heavy applause from central and fringe factions as supporters hailed the shift toward peace movements and broad bloc endorsement.
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United Presa
Copenhagen
Michaella
Geran
Naxiilon
Jondara
Ie Tealohatog
Dium
Numbers Drafted in Washington Lottery Draw
The list of 49 numbers drawn at Washington is printed, with many figures and codes. The notice explains the drawing and that the drawing continues until five in the morning, with telegraph reports suggesting the numbers will determine initial quotas and registration changes for locals in Corry and nearby areas.
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Washington
Rhus Wintrict
Notre
Han
Corry Anil
Visit of Bechara Peri ng and staff to Pertsh front
United Press reports Bechara Peri ng and two staff officers began a two day visit today to the Pertsh front. They will study troop movements and the plan of Bampidin carried on by the British leader while Ford Macstinllath.
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United Press
Ovis
Bechara Pering
Ford Macstinllath
Viral Perebing
Peltiah
Roops
Baby Drowns in Reservoir near Lima Waterworks
In Lima a two year old girl named Mary Rudy fell from a baby carriage into the water near the city waterworks. Onlookers alerted bystanders who attempted to rescue her, but the infant drowned in the reservoir.
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Lima
Mary
Rudy
Kerensky Leads Russian Troops in Person at War Front
Report from Petrograd notes Kerensky personally directing Russian forces amid a reported revolt. Attacks and counteractions cited near the capital area as revolutionary events unfold. authorities claim women prisoners were liberated during clashes and power shifted at key positions.
Band Concert At City Park This Evening
Weather permitting, the Hoard of Commerce Band MiHive will give a concert in City Park this evening at eight o'clock. Director Christie and the band receive appreciation for their efforts.
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Evan
Bury
Tolday
Christie
Deserys Figs
Bine
Wil
Lawn Social Aims To Support Church Aid Society
A church social last evening hosted by the ladies of the Christian Endeavor proved a fine success. The event featured well arranged church rounds and a hopeful note for a future gathering to aid the church’s missionary work. The United Presbyterian Parks group was mentioned in connection with the church drive. The article also notes German attacks near the Droneh front with mixed results, detailing gains two fronts as reported by the war office.
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Christian Jondeavor
War Office
Tim Nly
Amie
Stravka
Clickner First Corry Man Drawn for Service Likely Exempted
Washington July 21 report describes Clickner, a Corry man, drawn for military service. The article notes probable exemption and details surrounding the draft process, including the draft board actions and reactions from the community. It references local officials and the broader wartime mobilization context.
Potato Crops Suffer From Borers In Local Gardens
Local gardeners report potato crops and several home gardens damaged by worms. Borers, over an inch long, hollow out stems near the ground. Investigations show worms are the likely cause as promising plants show broken tops and wilting.
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Krownra
Thong Tha Alew
Tongthi
Eno
ENO Turgest Sant Mnet
Snl
Norma
Mr Weber Entertained in Honor of Upcoming Wedding
A cordial gathering at Harden's Hall hosted by Clifton Werder honored Mr Brig Sunnean and Miss Mangarck Moffitt who wed this week. About fifteen couples enjoyed dancing and decorations with acorn bouquets and streamers. An 11 o'clock reception followed by toasts and well wishes closed the pleasant evening.
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Clifton Werder
Harden’s
Brig Sunnean
Mangarck Moffitt
Aroen Boukhe
Germany will not make peace offer says chancellor
Amsterdam dispatch reports German Chancellor Micholini states Germany will not submit a peace offer. He says peace must come from the Allies and warns against antimilitary factions aiding any settlement. The premier vows to press on toward victory and despotism’s terms.
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Germany
United Prowa
Amsterdam
Mike
Chanostier
Michdolini
Eollirs Apeoch
Wssasley
Michwolit
Enamies
WMIL
Dow Borin
Local Third Ward Burglar Tactics Reported In Neighborhood
Local residents recount a burglary scare in the Third Ward with reports that intruders targeted several homes on Franklin Street and nearby streets. Neighbors posted watches as prowlers attempted entries at Walker Canty and other homes, prompting warnings and precautionary patrols by the community.
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Everal Thiel
Leelee
Franklin Street
Wie
Walker Cantly
Greta TV
Alve
John Murray
Tray
Khorkoyd
Morrow
Yong
Waderatood
Baye Hoon Woon
Tomas
Berea
Artucuis
Funeral for Mrs Hasbrouck Held at Home
The funeral for the late Mrs Raimalasbrowck was held at her rock street yard home. Rev Frad rie Troy officiated with Jiar put and Mrs Vottantiur and Mra M Mountain assisting. Numerous floral offerings and many friends attended including Mr and Mrs Carl Hasbrouck from Harperstown and Mr and Mrs Bunt from Brie.
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Raimalasbrowck Ware
Yie
Rock Steoot Yatardiy Atkorony
Fradrie Troy
Jira Put
Jarkoly
Vottantiur
Mra M. Mountain
City
Carl Hasbrouck
Arpersburg
Mrs. Bunt
Brie
Grove
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Mrs. Hardigan
Bethlehem Steel Mills
Hobhiehem
Hoye
Ming Ottreny Ja Hirai
Moti
Eber
Epen Noah
Bethlehem Sigal T Company
L.C.B.A
Reichstag
Kerensky
United Preas
Vwrograd
Diy
Valayai
Deatonskey
Trough
Agate
Lin Farts Sud
Petrograd
Laly Todky
Revlon
Ansault and
Capeuee
Avanmaan
Tawlor
Owen
Moonie
Murny
MR Weber
Junta
Corryn
Dincavery
Ihe
Sinadl
Nenorignry
Theam
Gt Mra
Giiin
Mra
T. Button
Mrs Hasbrouck
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