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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1917
Page
2
Rome reports Italian lines still holding as battles continue along the front. Descriptions say heavy artillery and enfilading fire on the plateau and middle sector frustrate enemy attempts while Italian positions remain intact despite bombardment.
Public Service Commission hearings on gas rate increases begin in Harrisburg. City officials led by Mayor Rita Keio and Attorney Kincaid argue for modest rises while Pennsylvania Gas Company presses for higher rates. The process, seen as lengthy, may affect bills starting next May and face appeals if contested.
Funeral services were held at the Dome in Ol City Saturday morning with Rev Tracey officiating at the parish church. A large number of relatives and friends attended as the remains were brought to town the previous evening and accepted by Mrs Gae and the child survived. The deceased was a former resident of this city and laid to rest in Ethopsvan Cemetery in fine weather.
A long church service at the Presbytarian Church in Ames featured a dedication of the Service Wing and a patriotism theme. The program honored soldiers in service with a Roll of Honor and a "Keep the Home Fires Burning" offertory, highlighting sacrifice and loyalty to country.
A large crowd attended a Knights of Columbus meeting at the Maccabeus hall to launch a nationwide drive. Speakers outlined plans to raise four million dollars for working men across denominations, with Catholic participation emphasized and committees to organize a city campaign already formed.
United Press reports General Maud commander of the British expedition in Mesopotamia died on Sunday. The London announcement says he was critically ill at the front, and his death marks a major wartime loss for British forces in the region.
Reports from Germany via United Press claim two German warships were sunk in the clash off Holland last Saturday. Observers say one destroyer and possibly a second vessel went down with all hands, while the fleet of German craft swore the line of battle near the Meligolind Bight.
Report from Petrograd says provisional government troops halted outside the city as Kerensky’s whereabouts and intent remain unclear. A train and refugee transport story linked to Americas colony disruption adds to a tense, unsettled situation with normalcy returning in the business district.
A large audience attended a patriotic service at the Salvation Army Citadel dedicating a service flag and the church service house. Four boys carried the American flag to the platform, then four girls unfurled the service flag. Five boys in uniform answered the nation’s call as drums sounded for Uncle Sam at the front.
United Press reports famed Italian author and aviator Le Anninglo is thought lost after a flight over enemy lines. The Italian air corps had counted him among its top pilots, and fresh dispatches suggest he may be dead.
Corry Lodiee announces the Elks will host their annual minstrel program after the holidays. Talent is arranged with promises of a strong show with proceeds supporting the Elks Wallet fund.
The trial of Chilean heiress Mrs. Dianea de Saulen began in Mineola with prosecutors seeking the death penalty for the murder of her fiancé, Yale football player Warren. Jury selection faced delays as attorneys challenged a potential juror and the anxious defendant appeared pale and frightened in court.
British forces conducted raids overnight and early this morning near Monchy and Greenland Hill with local advances and successful operations to the north. German artillery activity increased along the western front, according to Allied dispatches.
Corry Grange hosted a full day gathering in Mucewhes Watt with a large turnout. An afternoon election produced few changes as Henry Rust was named Worthy Master and Frank Laint as Quernocr with several officers filled including Mrs. Frank Crowell as Secretary and O Bixby as Treasurer.
The L C B A announces a dance card party to raise funds for the organization. Tickets are available and proceeds support church work. preparations include decorating the interior of St. Thames Church and a gala evening scheduled for Tuesday.
Friends of Cassing Sears in Camp Hancock report the Corry youth won a commission and will likely receive the rank of second lieutenant soon. The company left vacant by his promotion may name a new first sergeant after the war, with news expected before departure. Sears is praised as well drilled and knowledgeable in military matters.
A. Robinson of the Pennsylvania Railroad was injured when a speeder jumped the track near Mayville. He was thrown off the car, badly bruised, and later reported resting comfortably with a likely short recovery if no complications develop. His home is in Shortanaburs.
Night school opens tomorrow at 7 30 p m in the high school building South Street entrance The Gregg shorthand system will be taught with text books provided Tuition $2 25 for the first term nine lessons from Tuesday November 20 to Thursday December 20 excluding Thanksgiving night Students should come Tuesday prepared to pay the fee
Pauline Frederick stars in Double Crossed at the Lyric Theatre with a portion of ticket sales going to the Hospital Auxiliary. Ushers and volunteers support the cause as plans for hardwood floors at City Hospital are discussed. Two shows, 7:15 and 9 p.m., will be held to boost patronage.
The Historical Circle convenes at 1 40 o clock tomorrow afternoon with a program titled Art In Florence featuring works from Michelangelo and civil government topics. Attendees include Mrs Bon t lay and Mrs Jackson alongside Catherine of Brinn and Mr Burlingame presenting on common misused words and related topics.
The M E Church campaign reported subscriptions totaling about 400 from church members and local banks including the Pennsylvania Gas Company and the Atlzeng and National Banks. Volunteers worked through the day to gather support as the canvass continued with a goal of surpassing previous days and delivering a final tally to the committee.
Warren county draft board announced exemptions for fifteen married men who had been accepted for military service and ordered to report with the next contingent. The board had previously sent about twenty married men to service and attempts to reopen exemptions were unsuccessful. in remaining cases court authority allowed later exemptions.
A grocer named W Lyons of North Center district received no letter containing stamps. The paper bore a stamped value but the sender’s identity remains unknown. The incident appears in a brief city note with unclear handwriting and no further details.
A garbled analysis discusses Brazil’s military law and political structure. It mentions southern provinces, central authority, and wartime mobilization with references to industry needs and regional production. The piece names several unclear entities and notes tensions between central and provincial powers amid wartime.
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