21 May 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1918
Page
1
United Press dispatches report heightened German internal strife, food shortages, and military setbacks. Hindenburg and von Mackensen push for renewed peace talks as Allied pressure grows. Submarine activity remains a concern with enemy losses and prisoner captures noted.
An entertainment glide at Congregations Church at Spring Creek on Thursday evening May 28. There will be no nominations, but a silver offering will be collected for the Red Cross war fund. Mr and Mrs Billy Muni and two sons, and Mrs Rider and son of Garland will entertain, donating services.
Prominent officials discuss possible consolidation of the Pennsylvania and Baltimore railroad interests. No official details or exact recommendations are offered. Conference leaders doubt the plan can be implemented locally, citing high costs of seventy to eighty thousand dollars and limited justification from anticipated savings. An official decision was expected soon.
The Corry Chapter A R C executive board met yesterday afternoon at the auditorium. They reviewed several important matters including a $400 donation total and a decision to purchase $1100 worth of clothing from Philadelphia suppliers. The next board meeting is scheduled for Monday evening with invitations for additional attendees. A patrol program and patriotic music were provided by local volunteers in the work room.
The War Fund Clock on the Barlow building tracks pledges toward a $1 000000 goal with daily updates. Officials report steady subscriptions and daily progression as committees review totals and plan moves to reach a $914 000 target, aiming for full capacity.
The Standard Warn Huckle Company arranged special exercises for a flag raising at the large plant. Between five and six hundred employees from day and night shifts are expected to attend in the square in front of the factory at 6710. The program includes Liberty Bells, a prayer, flag raising, Star Spangled Banner, and songs led by various officials and staff.
The consolidation of the Chicago railway offices in Washington D C on May 21 was approved by railway administrators. The move will save over 100000 annually and handle a total business of about sixteen million dollars. Archives note the action as a major consolidation effort.
A Corry district update notes a boy, Paul Quinn, Tak, Galleg, and Yims were mentioned as part of a draft board action. The text records a temporary delay and a contingent start date, with references to May 28 and a possible plan to leave the district.
An American aviator from Philadelphia was shot down near No Man's Land at a junction of British and Heligennes lines. He crawled from the wreckage, hid in a shell crater, and was aided as German batteries fired on the damaged plane. He reached a hospital in time for treatment.
Report from Christians, Norway, May 24 describes German submarines beginning unrited warfare along the Arctic coast east of Norway. Norwegian boats are sunk or shelled, with survivors warning that ships encountered will be sunk. A Russian steamer near Vardoe was also shelled, eight killed, many wounded.Authorities note Norway may halt exports to Germany as public fear grows.
Report from Philadelphia describes Penrose facing a challenge after casting a vote at a town meeting. The piece also notes a heated Republican primary between Belden, Penrose, and John M. I. Scott, and mentions Standard Turnbuckle baseball team's 2:00 p m game against Washington Street Grounds with practice urged for all members.
Washington D C May 21 America s First Field Army comprising two hundred thousand men has now been formed in France The First Army includes two camps each with three divisions General Gol Djornstad is chief of staff Major Geren Liggett commands the First Corps It is expected that the corps commanders will be made lieutenant generals once recommendations from General Pershing are received An American division consists of ten thousand men with three divisions per corps and ten thousand corps troops including machine gunners service tied to heavy artillery and aero corps Much division therefore numbers about one hundred thousand men The article notes possible American manpower outnumbering the British army in France by August and highlights rapid American gains
A disabled man with both legs lost visits Corry mayor Alexander and donates five dollars to the Red Cross War Fund. He buys a one year membership in Corry Chapter and sells pencils to support the charity, showing high regard for the relief organization despite personal hardship.
The American tanker William G. Rockafeler is reported lost at sea with brief Navy Department notice. A supplementary report is awaited to confirm details and casualties.
Forty one engineers deployed by Pershing were announced by the War Department as casualties in action. The report lists two dead from disease, one dead from wounds, seven killed by nocllent, eight severely wounded, eight wounded slightly, and two missing in action. Captain Norman Hall, previously reported as killed, is now listed as missing in action.
Rumors circling Corry and Columbus streetcar line 4 suggest a transfer of ownership and possible restart of operations next year. Key figures J D Woodard and Huw Raymon met with investors including New York’s H Kincaid and others to discuss the Corry and Columbus road property, though no details were released.
Lonvia Alder, about 40, a well known Meadville jeweler, died after being thrown from a party carriage near Washington and State streets. He struck a curb and died at Spencer Hospital shortly after. He worked for George T Wilson and Ben store, later starting in Ogdinosa, survived by a son.
Two Frisco aircraft plants owned by the Mowler Company and the Emanual Company were destroyed by a fire started early morning. The blaze caused extensive damage across both facilities and led to a total property loss near one million dollars. The incidents align with a series of recent arson attacks on aeroplane part suppliers.
A city commission approved a plan to publish the valuation placed on every property after completing the triennial assessment. The list, to appear in the Journal, will let property owners compare valuations city wide. The measure, long pursued, aims to increase transparency and taxpayer protection.
A garbled notice states no general rehearsal tonight at the Red Orontoome for the Ladies Minstrel. Patrons are urged to be on hand promptly for the curtain rise at 8:05 PM on Friday evening. The event features three-year veterans and top local talent presented by Decal Talent.
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