30 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1917
Page
1
Local progress reports outline the Standard Screw Company moving into a larger Main Street facility, expanding employment from about 140 workers toward double that figure. The article ties the plant’s expansion to wartime military needs and allied demand for aeroplane components, noting anticipated economic vitality forCorry and surrounding firms.
Amid war reporting from Ortegara, Corry urges residents to back the Chautauqua effort. Citizens are asked to buy tickets at Babbit’s Drug Store or in person Monday, with ward committees to file reports and ensure delivery.
The Tag Day fundraiser, run by about thirty-five young ladies in white, collected over 400 dollars for charity at the Armory. Reports show mixed success across events, with attendance and receipts varying by hour.
An open tomorrow evening service at the park starts at 4 90 p m with ministerial oversight. A 5 30 p m concert by the band follows. Roy Hart and others provide prayers and readings in a solemn program featuring hymns and sacred music led by the band.
A Red Cross function at the State Armory drew attendees with music by the Wall er Orchestra. The evening featured vocal pieces by My Heed Thompson and a toast to the local chapter, with proceeds expected to fund welfare drives.
The Clarence Commandery held degree work for Red Crows and Malia candidates at Worth Center Street Manonte Hath. The ceremony included a three-candidate degree and a subsequent session. A large field day is planned for July 25 at Expeala tion Park with over a thousand Sir Knights anticipated.
L. W. Olds received word that his son Murray of the Ninth Engineers Reserve Regiment passed an engineering examination and was appointed Master Engineer by the War Department. He will transfer from company headquarters with a rank equivalent to Second Lieutenant and is expected to sail for France in July to help defend the western front.
A church recital at BAP drew a varied audience and featured performances by many local musicians. Participants included Costello Rewhler, Foley, Flora Wileted, Marguerite Pino, Lewin Vand, Cornelia Smith, Jewel Saxton, Mary Burkhardt, and others, directed by SMay HO Lien and the ensemble delivered harmony and cohesion throughout the program.
A fragmentary letter from Spitzbergen reports the Gilsons Kensall and Mrs Gilson are well. It notes Mrs Hilton and others expect mail for the Olson family until late August and hints Corry residents may visit home before then. The missive mentions Tromso as a base and references snow and northern far travel.
Washington reports Sperntany Daniels refused to supply navy coal at three dollars per ton, saying he would not pay that rate when the current price on shipboard was $2.40. He asserted the Federal Trade Commission would continue its investigation into coal production.
A chaotic OCR fragment describes Chautauqua boosters confident of success at a town event. It mentions a parade route through central city areas, led by Mayor Tatherson, with bands and children enjoying food and festivities. The passage refers to various names and places in a garbled transcription.
United Press reports the draft will require 725,000 men to reach a five hundred thousand trial call under the conscription program. Of the total, fifty thousand will enter the regular army and fifty thousand will join the militia, with the remainder to other forces.
United Press dispatch from London mentions the Souchez River with scattered, unclear phrases about military activity and a vague reference to Crown Pines and trenches. The garbled text includes mentions of a west slope, ink wave, and a distant night scene, with no clear events.
Waxington report outlines governors addressing draft choices and exemptions. Secretary Baker stresses high standards for those serving and the need to balance national duties with the maintenance of essential industries. The piece notes the war department aims to motivate volunteers and ensure experienced personnel guide the draft process.
A June address reported by United Press quotes Lloyd George declaring that German fleets cannot prevent Allied victory. He notes British resolve, asserts the war is turning and praises Allied strength while critiquing German submarine efforts.
A brief weather note indicates fair conditions with warmer temperatures continuing into the night and Sunday. Expect mild evenings and increasing daytime highs as the weekend approaches. Local traffic and outdoor plans should consider gradual warming.
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