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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1917

Page

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Tightening of All Exemptions in Draft Process

Washington July reports indicate the federal draft program is tightening exemption rules. District boards will issue summonses for the first draft calls once the lottery is completed. Exemption requests must be supported by affidavits and a reputable guarantor to prove dependency.

Hy United Treas Washington, D. C Canyral Crowder Bla Hmte Syllinie Hoford Demendante

Petrograd Riot Dispersed After Street Unrest

Report from Petrograd indicates rioting ended after morning disorders targeted at soldiers and families. Authorities claim calm returned within days as the central district was cut off from the capital area and the government asserted control amid lingering tensions.

United Trews Petrograd

Mr Elliott Leaves for El Paso

Mr Elliott, superintendent of construction for Pablo Bulldage in the Trouiy Department, departs Salamanca for Corry to oversee the new Federal Building project at 161 Boswell Street. The building is planned as stone and concrete, costing about 400000 dollars, with a two year construction timeline. He travels with Milliet and Mey to bid farewell to friends in Corry.

List Pablo Trouiy Unitad Atatek Han Hoon Salamanca Bedi Boso Taxon Arigister Hulid Fivke Mew Millett Corry

Germans Penetrate French Lines On Chonny Front

Germans forged a breakthrough on the Chonny front in a belligerent action. The official morning report states gains in the frontline sector and a heavy counterattack by French forces with casualties and expulsion of an enemy unit from key positions.

Forty Planes Destroyed. Invasion Setback Reported

London dispatch cites United Press details of four dozen German aircraft shot down over the British front in five days. The report claims authentic British defense losses and notes growing German anxiety and leadership changes as Allied forces repel invasion plans.

London Herman Tip Betish

Water fountain on Center Street finally supplied

Citizens had long wondered why the drinking fountain in front of the Federal building on Center Street was out of service. The commission announced it would restore water supply, promising public access as weather warms and pedestrians return.

Beveral Elthiony

Erie Train Crew Arrested After Disrupted Line Incident

The crew of a freight train were taken into custody after a morning disruption near the Doononod crossing. Witnesses reported the men blocked lines in an attempted covert maneuver and spoke of future actions. Authorities held the suspects pending hearing as the incident prompted a cautious railway response.

Young Girl’s Tragic Carnival Attempt Ends Briefly

A sixteen year old girl attempted suicide at a carnival yesterday after joining a Spider Wet attraction. Staff intervened as she moved toward the roadway from the path of passing riders. The incident followed her arrival at the event with a promoter but details remain uncertain.

Cruil Catrolman Locke Minnie Tuenud Lowi

Corry Boy Leaves 10 Enter Service

Corry boy Brown, appointed paymaster in the Navy, sails for Washington to have his commission tested. A Washington report notes the five-year tour and potential testing, with naval officers arranging further steps and a prompt return for ground work and duties.

Jhhn Brown Navy Savarat Woukwago Washington Aneh W. Thinxers Mds Dis Washington Artitrons

Close Escape at Findley Yesterday Ends With Rescue

After a tense incident on Washington Street near Findlay a man identified as Cohen clung to a boat then was pulled from the water by Shapiro. Both men suffered injuries and were taken ashore in a shocked condition.

Findley Warren Lan Afabio Cohan Cohen Washington Street Findlay Chae Awim Weroim Bhipia Shapiro Calla Osesac Fini Cohenwig Poliea Sayan Ne Officin Satuday Minn Ws O. Blaisdell Hrad United Pro Ford Bellovont Cornelisi Fae

Carnival Concessions Close Amid Mayor and Chief Sweep

Mayor Patternon and the Chief of Folive tank closed eight to nine Carnival attractions at the East Washington street grounds after a visit on Saturday. Concessions with gambling or chance elements were ordered shut. Authorities acted on complaints from citizens as the Smith Carnival had operated for a week prior.

Patternon East Washington Street Ini LE ii Cho

Police Court Busy Morning Traffic Cadets Drill Tonight

Police court heard several hearings as cadets from the high school awaiting drill tonight. A driver named Blaisdell from Bradford paid a penalty for speeding. Cadets of the high school band will drill nightly at 7 00 o clock with uniforms issued and a parade planned Friday.

Dot Company Uni oMoors Wilcox

Russia’s War Mobilization Pushes U S War Effort

United Press reports Washington accelerates war measures amid Soviet aggression. Officials expect rapid moves on aircraft, training, and production as Congress prepares new controls and defense orders.

Promising Meeting of the Grange Johnny

A Grange gathering at Corry marked by good weather and farm work plans. Members included young graduates and West Spring Grange visitors. Corporal Peters spoke on wartime service. volunteers noted as Red Cross workers. social hour followed with cake.

Corry Grange Corry Orange & Grawine Corey High School Giallore Wero Polera Peters Tod Groas Grange Red Cross Petard Seston

Five Cent Bread Soon Claims United Press Report

United Press reports a return to five cent bread with Herbert Hoover stating wheat will stay at two dollars per bushel and there is no legitimate reason bread should cost more than the waxed value.

United Press Washington Herbert Swooyer

Three Are Lynched In Petrograd And Uy

United Press reports a mob lynched three men in Petrograd after a crowd gathered at the scene. Authorities were overwhelmed as the mob attacked, leaving the suspects dead.

Petrograd Uy United Press Petroxtnd Didy Che Thor Dhvariber Fay

Wrecks on Pennsy Lines Reported in Various Crashes

Study of multiple railroad incidents on Pennsylvania lines describes wrecks near Pittsburgh and other divisions. Details reference trains derailing and blocks on routes after a Saturday afternoon, with cars and signals affected and crews assessing damage.

Kerensky Efforts to Reorganize Russian Slav Legions

Petrograd reports Korsky or Kerensky leading a personal drive to reform mutinous and demoralized southern front troops. He aims to rally deserters, rebuild discipline, and deploy troops against the German advance to keep Russia intact.

Kerensky Russia

Corry Boy Arrives in England With U S Army Corps

The Fish Enginering Corps of the United States arrives in England as Corty hou tty member Bradt von pt Aire and Airs AViMMa Bragte Botnur lead a contingent. Sir Bradt joined in May and the unit under Lt. Colonel Bis gurJadwis is assigned to the front lines.

Fish Enginering Corps United State Pately Tnt Bradt Botnur Cope Bradt Aulisind Unie Eiony Fiveewouks Owlemiont Pittsburg Lil BisgurJadwis

Miss Westley Honored at Elegant Friday Reception

Miss Alice Wetmore hosted sixteen friends in honor of Miss Arcia Westley. The event featured guitar music and a chorus of gifts including a silver tray and other keepsakes. Attendees extended birthday wishes and best wishes for future happiness.

AP. Miowntom Alica Wetmore Arcia ‘Wenlley Wastley Tate Mike Inppines

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