Fragmented Local Notice Points To Public Sale
A damaged newspaper fragment mentions a local public sale action and officials, with readable names and dates partially visible, offering limited details about the event and its location.
07 Mar 1918
Page 1
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1918
Page
1
A damaged newspaper fragment mentions a local public sale action and officials, with readable names and dates partially visible, offering limited details about the event and its location.
A chaotic dispatch reports Russians warning retaliatory actions as Hyehinny and Germann forces clash near Yurdofe and Whe Vieluiry Wee. It notes Allied and local authorities preparing defenses, with marches and raids guided by recent German negotiations. The piece mentions a government crackdown, student arrests, and mobilization of civilians including women and chiro in readiness for possible incursions.
Concord township reports purchase of a new tractor by progressive farmer Wilson of Lovells. The 16 horsepower machine is expected to arrive soon for farm power use including plowing harrowing and grinding with a planned in town demonstration.
The fragmentary text references British grain and brewing during a historic period. It mentions Horidton and Maeeh T-tephying the question in the House of Commons, Carter, and the Bao Avityistrattos of Great. The legible items include names Horidton and Carter and a parliamentary context.
The Standard Screw Company today moved its offices into the new general business and administration quarters in the recently completed large Dollis structure. The concrete and brick plant division is ready for immediate expansion as office space is remodeled for Superintendent McWfroy and a special tool room. The company now employs around one hundred and is poised for rapid growth with improved conditions and a nearby One Setar Products Company plant opposite the transfer station.
Lowte Decker a well known local man and four Star wCraye will leave Monday for Kelly Field San Antonio Texas to enter the motor truck division of the Aviation Corps. He will go to Union City Monday morning to be accepted as a volunteer and will depart for the west Monday evening. Charles Hall former Lieutenant of Company A and long time National Guard member reports for duty as an ambulance driver in the United States regular army tonight. Carl Edwarila whose enlistment in the Infantry was recently reported leaves for service this evening.
Miss Mary B Shann, once a bowler, writes from West Church Street home about health and a happy morning upon learning her son has received a commission in France. The letter notes the lieutenant’s service in Hogland and acknowledges warm support from family.
The Hoard of Pom mere discussed new activities the moral question and other items. A committee on Municipal Affairs will meet Friday to plan. An effort to erect an Honor Roll tablet was considered but not yet approved.
United Press reports the House committee approves a bill to authorize sale of enemy property. Discussion centers on German shipowners and interests, with aims to sever German commercial ties. Also noted are wartime camps and a low death rate reported by General Gorgas.
Weather and mud hamper movements as air activities rise daily. Artillery on both sides grows more intense with limited changes in frontline positions. In London March reports heavy bombardment near Bois Greniers and rising German artillery activity west of Lens, near the Scarpe, and east of Ypres.
Ignaz Skodlo aged 22, a Berry Frat worker, testifies at county hall about eleven days in jail where meals were scant and poor. He describes bread and water, cabbage and tripe, a daily portion of meat, and prices for prisoner allowances rising from four to fifty dollars over eleven days. He explains the daily routine and notes officials’ actions.
A thin evening gathering at 7:45 will host the regular quarterly meeting at the First Baptist Church. The program includes reports from church committees and a review of recent campaigns. Members are urged to attend as the church outlines plans for the coming period.
Pond Administrator Khel orders immediate reporting of food supplies to Walter L. Peake. Families must hold thirty days of stock and report via blanks to the county food administrator. Violations carry up to a $5,000 fine and imprisonment. immediate reports prevent search and prosecution.
The Public Service Commission issued a statement saying the decision authorizing the Purlview Water Company to install meters for customers does not apply statewide. The ruling would apply in cases with the same popular conditions, as in the Folryw case.
Citizens report widespread housing strain with over a hundred apartments exposed or vacant amid rising rents. Local reform advocates urge coordinated actions by landlords and authorities to restore availability while weather favors potential mitigation steps.
Walter L. Mevke deputy reports a new ruling affecting baker and hotel restaurant operations. The measure requires government plates and permits on cards, with changes affecting bread and oats production forecasts. Weather note: cold tonight with snow probable and slight warming expected Friday.
Report from Petrograd on March 7 describes refugees arriving from recently occupied areas now in German hands. The article notes German demands for conscription of Russian troops and orders immediate executions for resistance, with conscripts organized under German command lines.
A chaotic forecast shows two months of continued disruption as Allied shipping faces blockades and port traffic, with Germany’s actions and British wartime measures stressing supply lines. Officials warn ship trade may halt or slow, threatening tonnage and global imports.
George Nwnee active in Brie fall duties for Montville Me. Bunce to leave Erie ticket office Monday for Meadville. Mr Dunee served four years at Erie junction rail line including night agent then day passenger agent duties. successor appointment at Corry station pending. Friends regret departure from the city.
Relatives in this city request publication of an inquiry about Ralph Goodwill last seen in December 1926. They ask anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts to come forward to assist in locating him.
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