13 May 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1918
Page
1
United Press dispatches report a sweeping war budget request to finance heavy industrial and military needs for the coming year. The briefing notes include Allied operations in Europe, manpower figures for German forces, and planned American support actions across West Front theaters.
A May 14 report from Washington lists 38 Americans missing in action after battles in the Tromike Way Mmetani region. The release notes 96 siames captured, 9 killed, 12 severely wounded, and 19 slightly wounded.
A scrambled OCR-like report notes a torpedo mishap involving Transport and Miblwaiten with unclear references. It mentions a private censure and a statement tied to a commission head, dated today, highlighting a problematic transit scenario.
A Columbus man named Carlson faces legal trouble after an incident at a local location. Investigators indicate Carlson and a co defendant engaged in a dispute connected to a prior agreement, with authorities reviewing possible charges under recent legislation.
A freight wreck delayed several trains this morning on the line between Greenville and Portsla. Train No. 7 ran hours late while No. 5 of the Brie Mie also faced delays. one passenger, Mrs. Wo 1S Stone, was on her way home from Greenville when the incident occurred and affected travel for a nephew Phillip Mowle.
A historical visionary piece proclaims I am the Red Cross as a symbol of mercy amid war. The text links pity, peace, and sacrifice to national unity and civilizational duty, praising humanitarian service and mobilized efforts of society.
Fire erupted behind the Waggoner home on Saturday evening as flames spread to nearby trees and two Studebaker cars and a roadster were burned. Investigators noted possible oily waste causing the blaze and insurance later covered some damage. Firefighters confined the spread to protect adjacent structures.
The Corry Union district prepares to furnish 76 men for a May 20 draft to Camp Lee Virginia. Erie city and surrounding areas will supply 429 men, with Crawford and Warren counties also contributing as part of the statewide call for 4,000 volunteers.
The Memorial Day program honors speaker Edward Sargent of Meadville a noted orator and chair of the Grainford County Bureau of Public Information He will deliver the Memorial Day address at Grata Armory on May 30 with Emmanuel Ep International Church connections noted locally
The Honor Flag program scheduled for this evening has been postponed to tomorrow at 7:40 PM due to poor weather. The event will include selections, prayers, songs, and readings led by Rev. C3 Woodward Wow with Florence Smith and Mina Mangaret among the participants.
Police say evidence and a deliberate attempt caused the wreck on the Pittsburgh division north of Buffalo. Investigators confirmed a broken switch bar and a deliberate act. No official word yet from railway officials, but authorities expect more findings within days.
Mrs Frances C Riggs died last evening at her niece Mrs Williams home in Setata aged 82 after a lingering illness. She was born in Stockbridge Massachusetts in 1886 and moved here a year ago to live with her niece. The funeral will be Wednesday at 2 PM at the Williams home conducted by Rev Frederick W Troy pastor of the Minit Baptist Church. Interment will be in Phin Grove Cemetery. Livy J Blaherty has been named Gann mailway contractor and heads to overseas duty. The marriage of Lieut Pighorty and Miss Anna Manoor occurred May 6 at St Renbeths Church with a reception at the couple’s parents home. The bride is a graduate of Carry Hospital and a head nurse at City Hospital in Titusville.
A disorderly report describes a court case where Mr Thayer, a restaurant proprietor, seeks damages after an accident involving a car driven by Whayer. Neylon retained attorneys and later sought damages. brake tests on Thayer’s car suggested no fault. The piece also sketches a local market day in France with extensive social detail about Sunday life and dress, and notes army school attendance by a local student.
The Rod and Gun Club outlines plans for a new shooting ground near Smith Street, Marion, including a small building and a modern range. Officials anticipate boosts from a revived Old Timers event, bronze and gold lapel awards, and a push to improve local streams with fishways and screens after evaluating nearby watercourses.
Spartansburg resident Mrs. Sarah Helliker died suddenly Sunday at her Spartansburg home aged 78. Survived by two daughters Mrs. G N Smith and Mrs. Fred Bates, both of Spartansburg. Husband George Helliker was killed at Spartansburg railway trestle years earlier. She was a longtime Methodist church member and active worker. Funeral services set for Tuesday afternoon at 9 o'clock at the church, conducted by the minister Wywanpton.
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