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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1917
Page
2
The piece argues that most in Congress and public sentiment favor quick entry, despite some opposition. It envisions the United States becoming a belligerent, the need for rapid military mobilization, and the moral weight of supporting allied forces. It notes mobilization plans, the role of conscription, and the urgency of national unity for victory.
An article reports on progress by the Naval Consulting Board and its chair William S. Simons in developing submarine detection and defense. Secretary Daniels notes that details remain guarded while confirming ongoing experiments and new device work. A telegram from Lawrence A. Gickske clarifies that public statements may mislead about combatting the submarine threat and that practical results are being pursued in specialized labs.
Warron Times Ohio reports Detrick was detained in Warren on a Friday robbery at the New Warren Hotel. Police traced the stolen watch and $45 to a suspect node, with rooms and exits examined. Detected items include a key and window evidence, leading to ongoing investigation and a district attorney's handling.
A high voltage incident at a hotel left a woman shocked when clothes on a line touched a live telegraph pole. Two hotel workers tried to help but she was unable to release the grip before falling to the ground. An examiner found the clothing wire connected to a live pole, which stayed charged and ended up electrifying the line.
Jamestown area mourns as a boy dies after a pistol misfire in a woods near Curila Street. Paul Kellogg, present at the scene, is cleared of blame by the Jollee Department. The incident involved two revolvers, one loaded with blanks and one with live rounds, and occurred during a target practice gone wrong. The boy died at the Jenne Gondrat Hospital yesterday afternoon.
An aged woman in Corry and nearby areas is described as in frail condition. A neighbor urges her to try Vinol a tonic with beef peptones and glycerophosphates claimed to restore strength and help perform housework. The ad urges drug stores in Pennsylvania towns to stock Vinol.
A fragmentary notice notes housekeeping and cleaning actions. It references colors and inlaid linoleum and mentions a person or place named Leh. The readable text is incomplete but implies a cleaning or renovation context with material colors discussed.
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