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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1916

Page

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Verdun Front Germans Reported Preparing to Withdraw

London May 11 French claim Berlin says Teutons preparing to quit Verdun drive at once. Reports from Greece say heavy Anglo French activity and Bulgarian buildup near Florina. French claims credit for repelling assaults and destroying targets as artillery duels continue on the western front.

Verdun Berlin Teutons United Proay London Gerwiy Kuril Teuton Athin Polit Hoporta Fome Hickmirne Greece Florana Nin Asmiule Niles Artllery Paris Gerona Btalng

Fine catch of big trout by local anglers

Oh Le M. Christie and Arthur King of this city, while tabing yesterday afternoon, scored a top trout catch. They brought in five large fish weighing around twenty pounds, with one weighing about twenty inches long. A photo of the catch drew much attention.

Oh le M. Christie Arthur King King wWai

Report Defeat of The French

Reports from the front indicate French forces suffered setbacks near Verdun and along the Hamboa sector. Verdun assaults were repelled. French casualties and prisoners rose as shellfire and machine gun fire hindered advance. A captured unit reportedly holds 54 prisoners as of May 4, with total French losses and captives mounting to around 1604.

Peesy Bertin Komi Verdun Ware Verdun Hamboa Nouvy Envy Lowes Grenada

Board of Commerce Band Enlarged and Developed

The Board of Commerce Band expanded with new members and now totals twenty four artists. Under Director Black progress is steady as the group purchases new uniforms and instruments. They plan a Erie Decoration Day display with Company A and nearby troops. A spring fundraiser concert at the armory is slated for May 17 with weekly city park performances to follow.

Board of Commerce Black Rupli Erie Trevie Bnotler Hole Big Hanafit Bonn

Mahle Buys Fine Stutz Car In Local Sale

A H Mahle purchases a fine Stutz automobile amid local chatter. The new car features a powerful motor and attractive styling, drawing praise from Corry drivers and local auto enthusiasts at a gathering last evening.

A. H. Mahle Fine Stutz Car Mable Brlk Apood Clues Jocal Automobile Cholon Corry

Missionary Visitor Here With Local Hosts

Mr and Mrs Archie Laraway attended to waiters here last evening with Mr and Mrs Dy Th Marvin of North onter Street. They left for Hile where they will conduct gospel services. Mrs Laraway formerly of this city has spent several years in missionary work in China and other regions.

Archie Laraway Dy Th Marvin North Onter Street Hile Mrr Laraway Thin City Wince Tonving Corry China

Speed blamed for wreck in foggy weather report

United Press dispatch from Washington on May 11 blames speed in foggy conditions for a serious wreck. The report cites Chief Holman of the War Safety Commission who urged recall of the flagman and stronger enforcement to prevent similar incidents.

United Wrenn Philadelphia Phila Dulpha Tex Hoossvelt Medleohl Roosevelt United Press Washington New York Ameri Holman Commianontis Hector Ceduned Bel Fay Ity Viited Press Pillaburgh

Motor Club to Meet Friday Evening at Chamber Rooms

The Corty svatoy Ghul group schedules a regular meeting Friday night in the Chamber of Commerce rooms. Leaders aim to boost a five motor bicycle event and plan numbers to handle business. Guests will report on Road Improvement campaign and related matters for the upcoming Ball Day in this region.

Svatoy Ghul Boor of Commerce Rooms Ne Organzilion Clit Lue Buatnuss Thia Menting Mo Egunly

Reception for New M E Members at Indoor Camp Meeting

The First M E Church hosts a reception for new members and Epworth League converts tomorrow evening. The Epworth League plans an excellent short program for the evening with Lane, the League girl, serving refreshments to guests.

M. i. Ghlireh Epworth Lengtig Ipworth League Laine Gil Vafreshiénia

Elks Visit Sparks Town Scene Read by Local Folks

Fragmentary local item notes Elks in town for an event. Mentions a two o'clock train and morning return. References County officers and visiting locals observing a gathering with townspeople. OCR glitches obscure full names and specifics.

Rayman Mike Mirytrel Lroupe Rl Jandmatt Elu Tate Arto

Board of Education Holds Important Meeting Last Evening

Corry Board of Education met last night amid strike tensions and reopening talks. Officials adopted a property tax raise resolution for the coming school year beginning July first, 1906, and discussed library plans with Carnegie Corp aid. The committee reported progress on school conditions and approved memorial day arrangements with local posts.

Corry Board of Education

Two Drownings and Plane Crash at Washington River

A hydroplane crash on the Poloman river left two men dead and three others seriously hurt. The large craft fell from the sky into the water near Washington. Rescue teams evacuated injured, with some transported to hospitals for treatment. Names and details are partially garbled in the damaged report.

United Press Waetington Tout Poloman Maya Dyltey Witter Thomas Molwitoy Crath Tor Grant Charlyy

Maccabees Hold Another Fine Affair in Corry

Members of the Corry Maccabees tent hosted a well regarded dinner last evening in the first local effort of the group in this district. The event honored Wit Hom F. Dyckou, recently active in Muncie and noted for his service. Committee members J) Young, Weeks Jr, and Ay In Dyokes, with guidance from IA Mameaun, organized the gathering.

Corry Ehijayed Muncie Young Weeks

Committee names named for Mo Board of Commerce event

Prawidant Clough of Mo Board of Commerce appointed a committee to arrange Garry's 50th celebration at the State Armory. The body plans features and events, with Col. Alexander and others named to ensure success.

Prawidant Clough of Mo Board of Commerce Uwlay Garry State Armory Wien Agenbad Col. Alexander Frank Baeder WF. Lowik Col C.D. Wilcox R W. Brown D. B. Titus Carl Smith J. L. Bplesman Bon M Starr W. R. Merrick Frank ‘J. Babbitt Winger Marvin Naat CM Jato G. Swaet N. G. Crapsor B. Walla F.C. Hopnos Shain A Rin

Scott and Obregon Meet in Paro Kallrona Yards

Morning talks between General Obregon and General Scott occurred in General Scott's private car in Paro Kallrona yards. The conference aimed to decide next steps in the war, with Obregon refraining from predicting outcomes and hints of imminent actions from July.

Paso Vores Carragen Scott Paro Kallrona Conuti Obregon Finaton Tony Uly Seati Tire Axtonio Colum Sna Rimorsis General Obregon Mexico

Old Plant Rebuilt and Improved at Pleasant Street

The Old Plant property on Pleasant Street Weir Centey is being rebuilt and improved. Foreman Raymund has a force cleaning and rebuilding frontages, new concrete walkways, two story belk structure, updated walls and foundations, new interior work, and a reactivated power plant. The owner plans to install newer enterprises on the restored site.

Pleasant Street Weir Raymund Flagsiond Whilusuy Mire Hillewich Bouttos Belek Ncewmry Yone Foundationa Huw Harvey

Indoor picnic memory of the Pyshtin Sisters event

An indoor picnic tale describes evenings at Lele roimate with dancing and games. Attendees included the Pyshtin Sisters and Dany Wire, who joined in cheerful activities. The gathering extended to casual socializing, with a note of some distant, faded details and a general sense of warm camaraderie.

Pyshtin Tory Hale Feimmidn Ami Dany Wire Bony

Water Hardware promotes Overlands with new models

The Water Hardware Company on First Avenue lists many Overland cars in display rooms and notes an upcoming shipment of four more vehicles. The article mentions the new models and ongoing sales activity as the season progresses.

the Water Hardware Company Tha Water, Company Flrat Avenue

Washington Market Opens with New Arrivals at Hyde Street

Today the Washington Market unveiled its expanded offerings with emphasis on a broader range of vegetables, fruits, and specialty goods. Mr Whittaker details a focused effort to boost afternoon sales and attract customers to the newly designed stalls, while the market staff highlight improved display and accessibility for shoppers.

Washington Hyde Mileux Win Wilco Witcox

Funston to Ask Illinois Cavalry Troop

General Finn to propose calling the Illinois Cavalry Regiment of the Mivprs Sulsinil Guard of Chicago for border patrol duties. A shortage of cavalry for border patrol led to mobilization of two thousand men from the regular army. The Chicago unit, under Col. Forominsk, is part of the guard with twelve troops recruited to peace strength and fully equipped.

Prqas Finnon Cagalry Mivprs Sulsinil Guard Chicago Pawalo Devonsilersttol Chicago Reginant Forominsk Bhey Tindal Oo Wingé

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