Allied forces halt gains on western front amid heavy fighting
Allied forom on the west front reported holding gains and improved lines as heavy fighting raged. Reports claim German resistance faltered at several joints while Allied forces extended a temporary advance near Aruwkins and Wy Aviion south of the Mane region. Prisoner reports cite over four hundred captured and continued German weapon and ammunition shortages.
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Holdlin
Furtuoe
Julien
Privanom
Mary
Children’s Day Exercises at Baptist Church
Tomorrow avenue at elouk with program titled The Oxfordren Ih the Manner of Men. Mayor and officials preside as pastor reads. Primary department performs, choir solos, abolition song, and benediction.
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Baptist Church
Tomntrow
Local Interest in Service at Warren Church
Local interest centers on a service at Holy Re Auditorium Church in Warren on June 80. The lot burning threat and end of the group’s church building is described, with memorials recalled, investigations mentioned, and pastor Mithier Lawrence A Mathrida presiding. Memorials and a tribute are planned with Kathor Kommindinger as Master of Ceremonies.
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Warren
Aunday
Mithier Lawrence A Mathrida
Fullien Mothida
Kathor Kommindinger
Will You Donate A Cake For The Fourth
The Refreshment Committee asks for cake donations for the Fourth of July event at the Park. Volunteers should notify James P. Crawi, secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, by July 2. About 100 cakes are invited. collected early Thursday morning. Miss Marion J. Biddmore returned from a short trip to the Whit Cottage at Chautauqua.
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Ehiange
Joe Cream
Anil
Dily
Sal Mora
James P. Crawi
Chamber of Commorss
Marion J. Biddmore
Inez Svenlaye
Chautauqua
San- MG Niscon Crowder honored for wartime work
United Press reports Lt. Senator title conferred on Ireront Marshall General Crowder for extraordinary service in mobilizing the Allied state. The action reflects broad recognition of Crowder’s leadership amid current war efforts and coordination.
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United Press
Washington
San- MG Nis
Npon
Ireront Marshall
Crowder
London News Reports Casualties and Losses Over Two Thousand
The Thited Press notes a large casualty figure exceeding two thousand in London due to a wartime event. The report mentions substantial material losses and extensive effects on the population and infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.
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London
Jung
Werk
Simbor
Big Union Service at The Park
A large union service is planned in The Park with a short program and prayers. Rev Frederick Wy Troy will deliver the sermon at Miret Baptist Church, choir from the Baptist Church to sing, pastors and public invited to attend, program details spaced and corrected for clarity.
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Tomior
Wnton
Presbyterken Olhureh
Artillery Fighting in Mountains Reported in Allied Push
June 29 dispatch from United Preany Rome notes lively artillery duels in the mountain region and ongoing air activity by Allied forces. The report mentions strong military actions on the Amiga Plateau and battlefield movements, though details are fragmentary.
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United Preany
Rome
Amiga Plateau
Wiro
War Stamp Weeks Drive Ends Today
War Stamp Weeks drive ends today with Mrs Olmsstead in charge of the effort. About thirty five young ladies under her leadership have contributed, while several ward workers report progress in the business district. The total result is anticipated to reflect favorable public support for War and Thrift Stamps.
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Charman
Corry
Tanya Notther
Olmstewd
Witteh
Eort
Thalr
Jrough
Corry Boys in France Seek Journal News
Corry boys in France request journals for news from home as delays and wartime restrictions hinder regular mail. They note journals sent to Serge, Lucwy of the Rainbow Division, and others, and appeal for timely copies to Company A and local correspondents. The letter mentions improving condolences for Mrs. John Boland and the funeral of James Young.
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Jon
Corry Ipoye
Olnad
Jen
Serge
Lucwy
Rainbow Division
Connys Hye
Hut
Ander
Grant de Lay
Elise Aati
Ray Spers
Oemp
Havitock
Caley Upton
Ot Sollte
Curry
Homse
toUrHuLa
Corry
John Boland
Jaies
Delock
Ga, Bill and
Odd Fellows
Huns About to Strike in German War Talk
An Amsterdam report from June 23 quotes General von Lidbert praising German plans to strike the Allies with a decisive blow. He asserts German armies are ready to act, while Austrian forces face renewed pressure as Vienna questions accountability amid the war's shifting momentum.
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Ansterdam
von Lidbert
Lode
St du Leant
Nme
Cologne
Beardsley to Be Released From Auburn State Prison
Lidward Beardsley known as the bandit of Summonville faces parole next Tuesday July 28 after about four and a half years confinement. Authorities report motive placed by the prison. Beardsley and associates active in Corry. He barricaded his summerdale home four years ago with his children and two women, firing at officers and resisting capture before surrender.
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Lidward Beardsley
Summonvile
Auburn
Pixon
Sheri Willand
Marvin God
William 5
Stearnas
Beardsley
Corry
Summerdale
Heardsley
Lesst
Uniforms and equipment arriving for Mt Graton swing
The Pennsylvania Reserve Militia company receives uniforms and gear except rifles. Local boys will display as equipment arrives, with tests of readiness for the July 18 to 20 Mt Graton swing under Col. Wilcox and Mr. Mural.
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Corry
Pennsylvania
Thursay
ft.4Col
Wilcox
Mt. Graton
War Activities Committee Meets Tonight
The War Activities Board holds a meeting this evening in the Hoard of Commerce room to decide on a War Chest for Corry and to consider all plans related to the program. Additional committee activities will also be addressed during the session.
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Corry
WAR Activities Committee
War Activities Board
Are Inostiin
Wilson to Explain Aid for Russia
Washington, June 29. President Wilson plans to present a detailed aid plan for Russia in a forthcoming address to Congress or another assembly. The plan, crafted with key cabinet members, seeks economic measures to restore Russian business and stabilize grain handling while addressing current disarray amid European tensions and discussions of potential German or Japanese intervention.
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United Press
Washington, D.C
Wilson
Milly
Poly
Rus Wa
Congress
Waldor Wil
Axvienture Houston
Com
Zurich
Germany
Fadiuy
Gerneiy Ly
Runala
Pudvicesrom
Stockholm
Lion ‘Protki
Great Britain
Boy Scout Fourth of July Sale Organized
The Boy Scouts and Camp Furey Girls plan a Fourth of July sale with Leon Lindsley in charge at his store Brstayehie. Proceeds go to the Alyided Devwean tn Scouts and the Ganyp Pinerls.
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Boy Scouts
Camp Furey
Leon Lindsley
Imilatant
Te Lu
Lindsley
Brstayehie
Alyided Devwean Tn
War Profits of Big Firms Revealed by Trade Commission
United Press reports June 9 that the Federal Trade Commission details sweeping profits by major meat packers from 1915 to 1917. Armour, Swift, Mor ris, and Gudahyla are named. profits surged as high as 147 percent on invested capital while meat production profits soared, with government price controls noted and concerns over wrecking practices.
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Federal Trade Commission
Morris & Co
United Pres
Wahington
D. C
Caasa
Ederal
Trade Commission
Armour
Swift
Mortis
Gudahyla
von Jendora
Cele
Today’s Casualties in Washington Report
Today’s list lists 42 American service members with statuses including killed in action 4, died of wounds 6, died in service 2, killed in action 2, severely wounded 14, and wounded 7. Other entries note wounded 8 and casualties among Maring Ganos units with various action outcomes.
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United Press
Change of Time Epworth League Service
The Sunday evening service of the Epworth League of Uy Methodist Church will begin at 7 this week. This change allows attendees to attend both meetings and brings more access for parishioners to join in person.
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Epworth League Service
Byworth League of
Uy Methodist Chung
Fagor League
Workhouse Site Postponed by Pittsburgh Commission
Pittsburgh commissioners meet to plan nine district workhouse colonies in a statewide reform. The group, including Pran J Torrance, considers site selections and industrial farm experiments to house prisoners, delaying action until legal advice and the state convention in August.
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Pittsburgh
Pran €Ly J. Torrance
Board of
Poliic Charities of Pennsylvania
Als Niso
Bessemer Buiding
Allegheny County
Philadelphia
Farma
Corry Merchants Favor New Delivery System Plan
A large Erie gathering for a Federal Food Administration discussion backed a Cass and Curry delivery system. Warren merchants opposed current routes, while the plan sets a five cent wash delivery charge and prohibits post open damage claims. The change, approved by Lawrence Feil and Food Administrator Kun, targets July 1 and aims to standardize local merchants’ procedures, with a meeting planned next week to finalize adoption. The Corry contingent included S. W. Parker and 14 others.
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Corry Mer- Onuhls
Erie
Conrad Klela
Federal
Fety
Warren
Alurl
Lawrence Feil
Commerata Broudiy
Pennsylvania
Kun
Corry
W. Parker
C. W. Lyons
Clyde Wilcox
Prank P. Blair
Pred ‘York
Melvin Shiumibough
Sag Swool
L.D. West
Prank Chive
Tiaies
Malone
Michael Malone
C. F. Castor
Loltoy Wilcox
C. B. Wilecox
Elgin Raises 1550 for War Savings Stamps Drive
Elgin residents pledged 1550 for the War Savings Stamp drive yesterday in a brisk effort. A party of loyal workers directed the campaign and completed the collection within a few hours in the local area. Weather conditions aided the effort.
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Elgin
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