03 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1918
Page
1
Navy Dept confirms reports of destruction of several ships near the Atlantic coast. Eleven survivors land from Edwin Cole, first ship sunk at 4 P M Sunday. Maritime Exchange lists fifteen American vessels reported destroyed. ports closed and ships held within.
Washington reports official confirmation that German U boats are operating off the Atlantic coast with numerous Allied ships sunk. Captured submarine unconfirmed at 3 pm. Boston and other ports closed to traffic as U boat chasers patrol. Survivors from the Cole and Haskell landed. Bristol and other vessels report attacks near Jersey coast and Nantucket Shoals.
A United Press report from New York says the big passenger steamer Carolina of the New York and Porto Rico line, carrying two hundred fifty passengers from San Juan, was shelled by a German submarine off the Jersey coast. The vessel is believed to have gone off the Jersey Highlands, with passengers taking to lifeboats and adrift awaiting rescue as U-boats of a larger super cruiser type operate nearby. Navy reports indicate six to eight submarines in the area.
A veteran railroad worker Ayeuerick Landerath of Pontuylyauin Railroad died early today at his Yadldent home in the Raymond block. He had forty three years service with the WW and Millewid Witexburh divisions. Survived by wife and two, the funeral planned for tomorrow with arrangements pending.
The notice urges youths turning 18 soon to register for military service amid incoming September enlistment, detailing age rules and opportunities to choose a preferred branch. It notes traffic penalties for speeding and reports two motorcycles stopped on Main Street by Officer George Ward, with hearings held and fines totaling 17.50 and 12 dollars.
Local draft officials announce a call for qualified men for special and United States military service. Eligible applicants include locomotive enginemen firemen railroad workers and other railroad trades. Registrants may apply to their local board and have their name listed under eligible occupations by June 4 1918 with local boards reporting totals to the office after closing time.
A historic notice urges enlistment in the United States Guards, inviting men over a certain age with proper qualifications to apply on authority from Washington. The program targets former army and police personnel, fire service members, and related veterans for United States service.
Erie hosts the Witty-secan Annual Sunday School Convention Thursday and Friday. The First Methodist Church is headquarters with Presbyterian and Baptist churches serving as elementary and secondary centers. Notables include M M Church Cleveland Dr W S Mylor Pa James O Scott Philadelphia and Miss Rose At Russell Allegheny County among others. music by Velma Stith and Mrs Dawson Olmstead.
Clinton N. Howard, speaking under the National Dry Federation, appears in the city tonight. He is a leading temperance advocate and will address a crowd at the Fins MB Church. a large attendance is anticipated.
British forces held a firm front west of Mepville advancing to seize high ground and strategic posts near Bouresches and Chateau Thierry. American casualties announced include four killed and 16 wounded with several hundred total reported, while German bombardments and air attacks continued with little public panic among civilians.
Material presents a delivered address focusing on wartime issues with thorough, interesting discussion. It emphasizes national unity and public resolve during the conflict period, highlighting patriotic sentiment and collective effort.
Walter Damon two year old son of Mr and Mrs Willlwn Damon of Spring Creek escaped death after ingesting strychnine tablets while visiting grandparents. He was rushed to City Hospital where Dr A L Smith performed stomach pumping and the child began to recover by Sunday afternoon.
The Supreme Court of the United States declares the Federal Child Labor Law unconstitutional. The decision affects labor regulation, with impact on workers and enforcement, and hints at further rulings to come. Washington, June 8.
Washington reports Hindenburg pressing for an immediate German naval offensive in cooperation with land operations to break Allied sea control. He argues only a joint attack can crush the Entente, despite German losses at sea and the risk to ships. The government notes hints that Hindenburg may prevail over von Tirpitz as new prospects brighten for a decisive campaign.
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