28 Mar 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1918
Page
1
Wartime dispatches describe French forces pressured to give more ground near Montdidier while British and French troops vow to continue the big battle until a knockout blow cripples German defenses. Allied lines hold as German plans face counterpressure on multiple flanks.
British and French forces declare confidence amid a hard fought Somme offensive. American troops may join in a counter assault as Haig reports hold and German movements press the lines near Roye Albert and Arras.
Rogers Gillen announces new store at North Center Street in Hagerstown area, taking over the Oneida Meat Market building. The former space will be renovated for an extensive electrical supply establishment with a large model store, display room, lighting and power equipment, and a Delco Light demonstration set on display. The outpost will house stock, bonding shop, and service facilities, with prewar quarters outsourced for agency representation and accessories line expansion.
Thren shicks of hay estimated at 20 tons burned this morning on the Drake Farm near Henry Ride Bee and Hale Mites, known as Corry. A fire it sien were employed to bale hay when found. origin unknown though believed accidental. No injuries or damages reported beyond the hay stacks.
Irvin Young and Miss Marcelaine Brainard were married yesterday by Reverend Eldremse of Jamestown. The bride is daughter of Rev and Mrs W C Brainard of Jamestown, formerly residents of the city. Both families are well known as the bride graduated from Corry High School. Corry people send best wishes to the couple.
Market wire reports show mixed close across major metals and industrials with Anaconda Copper, U S Steel, Utah Copper and Midvale among notable movers. Willys Overland and Virginia Chemical appear in the session, while smaller listings include Lackawanna and Wrights Martin with varied pricing in a subdued oil city market.
Wartington DC 28 reports charges that Gemnon fans withheld wheat from the market. Food Administrator Hourer issues orders to dispose surplus wheat by May 16 in northern states. Front lines described as quiet with occasional bombardments and aeroplane raids as Allied forces push.
Wayne township supervisors approve funding for a brick or concrete road from South Corry to the New York line, with a 5000 cash goal. Subscribers commit to payments on start and midway completion, refunds pro rata for oversubscription, funds routed via Corry, Pa. treasurer to Wayne township authorities as work progresses.
San Francisco dispatch reports Japan’s Foreign Minister Viscount Motono has handed sanction to the Premier, signaling a cabinet reshuffle tied to the aborted Siberian intervention policy. Motono, a leading advocate of intervention, may have prompted the cabinet’s exit as Japan reconsiders its stance following Patrogrid’s standout recent with the likely successor to Motono.
Meade Barber Shop will move from the Bader building to the room now used by Roger Gillen, effective immediately. The shop will be equipped with modern memorial equipment and improved facilities to enhance service.
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