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24 Nov 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1917
Page
1
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Reports from Lonion dated November 24 state British units pushed forward in the Cambrai region, seizing portions of the Hourlon woods and capturing German troops. The advance followed a German counterattack, with British gains claimed along the Queant and Woda line and continued pushing toward Hullacourt and Fontaine Vitro.
British reports say German forces under Prince Rupprecht concentrated all available strength to defend Cambria. Camps and trench works were rebuilt, vast German stores removed, and a major railway line damaged as the enemy prepared a strong defense around the city.
United Press reports on the American section of the western front finding normal artillery and infantry patrols continuing amid exceptional mud. Night raids occur in trenches at Honin'a with few bodies found, as trench conditions deteriorate under persistent wet ground.
Comptroller of the Currency ordered all national banks to report their condition as of the close of business on November 20. A Redemptorist priest from North East is scheduled to sail with Toy Walber Travey in the coming days, with services at the church tomorrow.
Telegram from Garfield orders Michigan coal operators to ship at government prices or face mine closure. Garfield warned mines must not operate unless shipments exceed government-set quotas. Conference with Michigan Fuel Board member preceded the telegram.
A Lehigh Valley brakeman from Oil City fell under a moving car at Royseville yard while preparing to set a switch. His right foot was crushed and clothing torn as the train dragged him seven car lengths before stopping. He was hospitalized and listed in surprisingly good condition after surgery. The injured man, known in the community, faced public sympathy.
Contributions pour in for the Knights of Columbus fund in this city with early indications the $2000 target will be surpassed. House-to-house canvassing planned Monday with local groups aiding the campaign and hoping to meet responders at every home. Donations collected at Nosule and at the GQW Lyoma store on North Center street.
Two Corry men, Charles B. Case and Forest Geiger, were commissioned as first lieutenants after Army officer training. Geiger, a private in active service, earned his commission through the camp process, while Case waited through a second camp before receiving his. Both men will be assigned to units at Yephunk and will report for active duty December 15.
The funeral of Mr Towell was held at the family home in West Chiron xtremt in the afternoon and conducted at 4:30 by Rev. Foulke. Many friends and relatives attended. Burial was in Pie Grove Cemetery. Out of town relatives listed include Mr and Mrs McDonald and daughter and others from Warren and Secondavanne.
Sunday evening service announced with choir and piano solos. Pastor leads with scripture from Psalm 34 and a benediction. Address by the preacher and a voluntary program includes a brass or wind instrument solo and a vocal solo.
Dr. Revert Luper Poulky of the First M. E. Church will preach an evening sermon on the theme In the War Right. Morning sermon will be The Christ Would Not Drink. A sacred or run festival will be given by Mrs. Winston at 7:80. Public invited.
A $500 reward was posted for the arrest of two men who robbed Timothy Carroll, payroll clerk, at Mightesath and Helland yesterday. One suspect wore a gray coat, brown hair, about five feet ten. the other a dark blue coat and brown toque, about five feet seven.
A large gathering attended services at the Presbyterian Church in memory of the late Nathanlet Stone with Rev. C. B. Wood officiating and brief graveside rites. Attendees included relatives from Chagrin Falls and Warren and others from Cleveland and Jamestown. interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery.
Citizens receive word from Columbus about a soldier in Europe as a San Francisco trip is hinted. The Brie Railroad Magazine lists 974 employees in Uncle Sam’s service with stars added in future issues. Bridge construction proceeds with weather delaying piling and wing wall work, affecting approach timing.
In Meatshe, November 24, hearing reports name Charion Lavin aged 14 and Inadore Squieleft as suspects in a fire group. Police say they planned to dig up and destroy evidence at a cheap lodging house after the arrest. Papers found on the suspects hint at connections to Baltimore and a Cleveland party.
Amateur burglars forced entry to the City Market on South Center Street but little was missing. Owner Wilcox said no losses yet. a large amount of metal was moved from the Mack room. Entry was by a rear window. Later the confectionery shop of T A Payer on West Min Street was entered but the storeroom was blocked by a heavy door. Only damage was a broken lock at the rear entrance.
A large Concord School audience enjoyed an evening program in the high school auditorium. Recitations instrumental pieces and a cotoniat dressed girl delivering Our Flag drew strong applause. The event will fund school activities and likely support Starry Work at the school.
Over 400 children attended a free afternoon showing at the Lyric Theater featuring Fairbuck leaping to his best in The Butcher Boy. Fatty, a local favorite, caused laughs with his flour sack caper and chased a rival through the girls school. the crowd cheered Patty’s hot water prank.
A German submarine was sunk by an American flotilla in a surface engagement. The destroyer attacked after ordering return fire as the U boat tried to attack, and the sub surfaced about 60 yards away before further fire ceased its attack. The American vessel then maneuvered to rescue the crew and scuttle the submarine.
The Mele County Pomona Grange No 4 meets in joint session with Ediebora Oram on Wednesday and Thursday December 5 and 6. Officers welcome attendees and discuss topics from farming education to rural sanitation and household comforts. Numerous granges contribute recitations addresses and papers on church and Sunday school interests farm family life poultry and dairy farming with calls to order at 1 30 p m and adjournments for meals and further sessions.
A wartime letter recounts travel over a former German front now scarred with shell holes and ruined trenches. The writer notes German losses, French aircraft destruction, and gear looting while mentioning personal plans and a nearby university dinner event hosted by the United Sportsmen of Pennsylvania.
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