Germans Open Bombardment in Third Phase of Offensive
A chaotic World War I update describes German forces resuming a heavy bombardment as part of the third phase of von Hindenburg’s offensive. British naval actions bottle up enemy craft in mine fields while North Sea operations target U-boats and Allied ships press defense around key fronts. Reports mention Allied gains and casualties as French and American units engage along the Western Front, with dispatches detailing prison escapes, artillery strength, and ongoing strategic movements amid evolving battle lines.
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United Press
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Corry Boy in Rainbow Division Writes Home
A Corry soldier in the Rainbow Division sends a heartfelt letter to mother Anne Low of FID. In it he describes his France service, the long journey, and stops along the way. He praises conditions, expresses eagerness to hear from Company A and requests copies of Corry Journals to be sent home.
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Mo. Tuews
Conspimg A ‘Dt
Frange
Rainbow Division
Med
Anne Lows
FID
May Journal
Lions
Suret
Lucas
Corry
National Guard
Harbart
Cos A. Hoy
Peach Wr
Kore
Sergt Lucas Awsribos
Leth
Sorloun
Ring
Neds
Company A
Sone Corry
Fourth Ward Polling Place Transferred to New Location
Commissioner Joseph Kogan arranged to transfer the Wirat precinct of the Fourth ward from the Hojteman building on Woat Mal trast to the Blots and shop of Frank Russel at the Smuts building on West South street. Voting for the Spring primaries in that precinct will take place at the new location.
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Erle Youterdig
Wirat
Hojteman
Woat Maltrast
Boy Scouts Thrift Stamp Sale Report Totals
Report details a Boy Scouts thrift stamp fundraising drive with numerous contributors listed by name. The summary notes total promised amount of 10,058 and collected 2,071, reflecting a strong community response to the campaign.
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BOY Scouts’ Thrift
Post Office Plans Motor Parcel Delivery
The Corry Post Office explores motor parcel delivery under a Department review. An investigation is under way after an application for motor service. Local couriers are invited to respond to a plan that could shift from horse or other methods to motor trucks. The volume of mail has grown, prompting calls for added facilities while the department weighs economical options. Margaret McMahon and Margaret McCarthy of Brabton discuss Sunday plans.
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Sindur Considara
Tila
Notles
Mance
Post Office Department
Red Cross Third Liberty Loan Drives Public Support
A wartime appeal urges heavy contributions to the Third Liberty Loan for the Red Cross. Readers are asked to aid by donating through local chapters and campaigns across communities to fund continued relief and wartime efforts.
Grandin Banquet Highlights Local War Efforts
A community banquet at the Grandin featured addresses by Mrs. War and Red Cross representatives. Local leaders lauded war bonds and Savings Stamps, praised Red Cross work, and noted youth and civic groups participating. Salvation Army plans Pentecostal services Sunday with open air and youth meetings.
Keystone Construction Co Gets Job Contract
Keystone Construction Co wins state highway department contract to lay 6402 feet of roadway paving at Mealville and adjacent areas. Work spans Mealville to Horie Point. Contract price listed as 40,097.12 dollars.
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Keystone Construction CO
Murrlabitre
Miky
Mealville
Stewsville
Wail
Naval recruiting event to be held Tuesday
Naval recruiters will visit the city Tuesday to interview and enlist young men. The Army and Naval offices will provide examination and intake details, inviting interested residents to learn about service opportunities and eligibility.
Third Liberty Loan Oversubscribed and Sweeping Ahead
Washington May 4 Reporters describe the Third Liberty Loan as vastly oversubscribed with progress toward four billion dollars. Treasury officials note strong public response across states as subscriptions rush in, with many districts indicating near completion of the campaign. The drive emphasizes rapid closings and broad citizen participation in support of war financing.
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Oroskel
Catriel
Plot to Free Hun Interned at U S Fort Exposed
Atlanta May 4 a plot to free German internees at Fort McPherson was exposed as a tunnel more than iy feet long was found under the barbed wire during a disturbance sparked by internees. Guards repelled the effort and leaders among the internees were confined.
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Atlanta
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President orders probe into graft in aircraft production
President Wilson ordered a full investigation into graft in the aircraft division after rumors of profiteering by civilians and army officers. He directed Secretary Baker to pursue charges where guilt is found, while protecting patriotic civilians from unfounded accusations.
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War Baker
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Third Liberty Loan sale details and city plans emerge
Reported today the city faced continued demand as the Second and Third Liberty Loan drives progressed. Officials note multiple sales concluded by noon with funds toward city projects. A committee plans fittings for a city building event as a Hood-Hehh supply order impacts housing construction.
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Elise
Inter
Watt
Boy Scouts Publish Summer Fine Program With Rules
The Boy Scouts announce a summer fine program for Troop No. One Carr 4 with multiple hikes including a fourteen mile trek and a June Findley Lake camp. Activities run June 24 to June 29 and enforce rules on boating, swimming, and equipment. violations may end with removal or a second chance.
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