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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1918

Page

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Americans Hold Ground as Austrian Losses Mount in Front

Reports from the European front describe American forces advancing on several sectors amid heavy fighting. Austrian losses are estimated at 250,000 with thousands drowned or captured as German and Italian units counter the advances and press a retreat.

de- Louk Winttana Pest Geller Orp Dheir von Kronstadt Iean Woode Frantel Americana Pevenal Lowell Mellett Hemlonarters Alipaich London States United States Relchaug Foren BW. Mason United Pro Wars New York Germany

Draft figures for Washington lottery release by Journal

The Journal will publish the draft figures for the lottery at Washington tomorrow. The board began canvassing voters or agents to indicate the order of calls as telegraphed updates proceed. Twenty five percent of the bonds are believed issued, with final issuance to be completed soon and proper filings to be returned within a year.

Tery Washington hhiiUtrick Mr. Morrow Carfy and Union Cy Board Blair

Salvation Anniversary Meetings Highlight Salvation Army Events

The Salvation Army led by Adjutant Smith of Corry reports progress as the Twenty Fifth Anniversary loan-work meetings draw good attendance in town. Captain Jobvon and Swedish Nightingale aide conduct gatherings at Meadville, with Cadet Miss Hopdernon assisting. Private George W. Prueler, brother of Curtle Frunter, serves as marchant of the Rowe event, while Private Frunter plans home leave from Camp Upton to France.

Salvation Army Smith Corry Harry Helnsbach Bionday Olight Cayton Wilo Ja Meadville Miss Hopdernon Prueler Curtle Frunter East Main Street Splystion Army Asryicn Frmier Owens of Kang

President Opposes Draft Extension in Congress

A distorted dispatch notes President Wilson opposing any extension of the draft. Secretary Baker supports the policy, with the White House and Senate committees briefed on the matter and awaiting formal action this season.

Wortingion Uventy Congrena I Wilson Senate Ismaelt da Mejaahler

Meadville militia visit highlights local escort and drill

A Meadvill e militia contingent led by Captain Carr joined a review in the Armory with two platoons from Company OC totaling about 25 men. Lt. Col. Hyde, W. Lloyd Marsh and witnesses praised the ceremony as the Revenue MIMME opens at My. Gritua on July 4.

Mewlville Fennsylvania Anon John Carr Saeon Harrow Armaiy Gol. Hyde Ned Liewt W. Lloyd Marsh Anen Irky Kien Io IC National Guard

Fourth of July Admissions to Subscribers

A question arose about the convoy for public subscriptions to the July Fourth sale at the Fair Grounds and the plan to charge Wilkimisalon a fee. The committee said subscriptions will receive a ticket valid for two companions and proceeds from day features go to the Corry soldier entertainment fund. About $700 had been secured to finance the celebration. health officials warned of unrectified admissions and suspected chickenpox among some attendees.

Csle- Patton Wilkimisalon Fair Groundy Corry

July draft calls announced for 344 525 men

The Provost Marshal General issues July draft calls listing 344 525 men to be called in July. The notices detail allocations by state including Pennsylvania send offs to Camp Wade Worth and Camp Wadsworth, with thousands assigned to training and entrainment duties and payments noted.

Camp Wadsworth Wantington 9. C Aertomrm Wade

Local Food Rule Aims at Sugarless Cakes and Beef Menus

Lopity Food Administrator Panke warns Bruce to stop selling cakes with sugar icing and noncompliant meats. New serving days set for beef dishes with roast on Mondays and stews on Wednesdays and Saturdays. heat may be served anytime. Grocers meeting scheduled for July 8 to discuss plan with Deputy Peaketee at the Board of Commerce room. County Administrator Klein says implementation is imminent in the county.

Panke Hakery Stevks Con- Tor Peaketee Commerce Ulite City Klein

Beaver Dam Social Revue Draws Big Crowd For Charity Event

A large crowd gathered at Mrs. Monk Smith’s Beaver Dam home for a cream social to benefit the Corry Chapter of the Red Cross. The lawn glowed with Japanese lanterns and evergreen decorations. young ladies served cream, cake, strawberries, sandwiches, and coffee. The event, filled with music and mingling, continued past midnight and drew donations near $100.

Monk Smith Beaver Dam Corry Jon Tong

Casualties listed as War Department announces totals

Washington June 21 War Department reports total casualties: 47 killed in action 9 died of disease 1 in accident 4 due to other causes 20 severely wounded 2 wounded 7 missing. Equipment for hospital use arriving includes new X ray gear with installation expected within a week to ten days and total cost around 3 000 dollars to complete.

Washington, D.C Marine Corps Corry Hospital Bukie Hie Kngaly Bietrie Company

Klein Ordered to Cut Deliveries in Erie County

Conrad Wieth heads the Food Administration in Erie County announces a government order to regulate deliveries of all merchandise. A special conference is set at the Chamber of Commerce Building to outline an acceptable method, with a meeting on Friday June 28 at 8 o clock for all involved in deliveries.

Conrad Wieth Food Administration Erie County Caline Mr. Klein Pecely Chamber of Commence Gyalig

Installation of Electric Equipment at K P L Furnishings Plant

The Installation Area electric system at the K P L Furnishings Company plant is near completion with individual motors being installed for various machines. The area will become one of the best equipped furniture manufacturing plants in the region as coal supply justifies motor use. Steam rollers will be used for heating purposes and drying jets while current for the new equipment will be supplied by Cotry City Company.

K.P. L. Furnitnd Company Jambuty Cotry Ofty Company

Nine Graduates at Clymer High School Service

The Clymer High School commencement was delivered Sunday evening in the Abbey Reformed Church by Rev. Albert Marriott before a large audience. The list names Ray Bart r Laitim Slotboon Digh Hewes Morsnes Gifort Wille Gilmors Joy Chywish Laverne Bedbrink Yel 1 tom Necker Hacal Barnes.

Gasoline Prices Under Fire In Local Market

Local garage owners allege the Atlantic Refining Company charges a higher wholesale price than the regional retail rate, keeping gasoline at 41 cents here while neighboring towns along the New York border sell better grades for 45 cents. Prices vary by locality with Jamestown and Chautauqua Lake areas at 26 cents a gallon in spots, and the Atlantic territory seen as an exception.

al Janie Refioing Whitey New York State Line Garollon Jamestown

War Saving Stamp drive targets pledges in city

Men and women of Corry rally for the War Savings Stamp drive. President Bentley presides at a meeting as male volunteers prepare to visit every business and office to secure pledges, while women promote stamp purchases citywide. The effort aims for a strong county showing this week.

War Saving Stamp Company Con Mercy Bentley Tula Jor Erte Corry

Local Highway Project Sees Bids Sought

Secretary Janes Dorn of the Department of Commerce received a letter from State Highway Commissioner O’Neil announcing bids for constructing four segments of a new road from Corry to New York State Line. The project aims to complete the route to Piney Lake with the department’s engineers finalizing mud specifications and seeking bids for most work.

Janes Dorn Hownd of Commerce O'Neh Corry York State Pindiky Lake O'Neil Suerstary Deown Hide Esskiline

Ohio Ruling Affects Local Gas Rate Fight

The Ohio decision cited in Cincinnati gas rate clash upholds a prestate commission contract. It states the city and Pennsylvanian Gas Company predated state oversight, limiting state interference. The ruling energizes opponents who argue the charter and contracts should remain intact despite public service scrutiny.

Ohio Bris Merah Itn Brie Pennsylvanie Cinemath Withowel Dt Wit Tie Olty Webting ‘Lerth Prion Pribtie Titties Comsnissel Cineinnati Suprame Kus Company State Commission Mitr Thare Taroths Erle Pennsylvants Gas Company Lie Elfwol Nate Publie Teelty

Travelers Warned to Be on Guard at Stations

Local railroad detectives and passenger train men have been warned to watch for pickpockets operating at stations and depots while passengers board and alight. The warning urges the public to guard valuables as a reported robbery at Cor Ty ended with a man pitched for $8 in a crowd.

Twacr Eng Lecturle Renoye Pennsy Cor Ty

Distributing Fruit Jars Inspires Ward Helpers

A Fourth Ward effort delivers over three hundred quart jars of fruit and vegetables to residents. If no response, jars will be left at doorsteps. Volunteers are asked to plan their deliveries and report progress.

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