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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1917

Page

1

Corset Rating Sparks Debate Among Readers

Readers discuss a corset rating system, noting quality, style and comfort. The exchange highlights differing opinions on measurements, fit, and practicality from multiple commentators.

Offensive action alleged by Italians today in war report

A Rome dispatch claims an Italian source announces a new offensive against the enemy with strengthened forces and damaged positions. Details of village locations are withheld. Paris and Franco allied reinforcements move to the front as Rome anticipates a decisive battle soon. American women including Mrs. Vanderbilt and Mrs. Morgan join relief work for refugees in relief camps.

Udy Tome Howe Thallune Widdotty Mhii Ukeyar Tee Vilary Rome Tull

Quiet Home Wedding in Wright Street AL Village

Mrs Velleh Th. Morgan daughter of Mr and Mrs A R Morgan married ON W Bracken son of Mr and Mrs Chas H Bracken last evening at their Wright street home. Rev C E Woodward officiated in a small gathering. Bride wore pink and white with a rose bouquet. A four course meal followed and they plan an Eastar trip then to reside locally.

Wright Street Velleh Th. Morgan A. R. Morgan ON W. Bracken Chas. H. Bracken iRev C. E. Woodward iFirst Treabyterian

Funeral for T. J. Skidmore Held at Park Place Home

Services for Thomas J. Skidmore were conducted yesterday afternoon at the Park Pina home with relatives in attendance. Rev. Hey Woodward officiated. bearers included J. Bwhitt and U. By Chaldwick among others. interment at Pine Drava Cemetery. Weather forecast: cloudy tonight and Thursday with light changes in temperature.

Mit Thomas J. Sedmore Baughton Park Hey. Woodward Mra B.D. ‘Ghndwinke Henry Chadwick Jamestown Silk Huttle Pod Warry Eaton Anant Valley Miles Ruth Spare New York City Henry Siddmore Hublington Tnd Mr. Baker Meadville J. D. McKensie OW Gliy

Berlin Peace Protests Amid Clashes Reported

Inter nation dispatch notes widespread peace demonstrations in Berlin and Budapest. Reports describe clashes between military police and protestors in both cities as unrest continues through the past several days.

Dy United Press Amsterdam Interminaiivon Derlin Budapest Phi

War tax stamps on parcels post era message

Postal bulletin outlines that beginning Saturday December 4 a one cent revenue stamp must be affixed to every parcel sent by mail with postage 26 cents or more, plus one cent for each 25 cents of postage over the minimum. Stamps are sold at post offices and must be canceled by the sender with initials and date. Revenue stamps replace postage stamps for certain documents and will be required on promissory notes, time drafts, deeds, and bonds as part of funding.

Uncle Sam Ufniley United States Mary Treasury Department Isate Wien War Savings Masacs Mhly Tt Sa Laon

Death of Mr Parsons aged 70 in Concord city

Mr Parsons 70, longtime resident of the city, died at his North Center street home after a week of illness from pneumonia. Survived by his wife and three children Mrs McCray Mrs Hammond and F W Parsons. Funeral arrangements to be announced.

Henty Coworn Versoms North Center Street Witon Tan Parsons Pepasyi- Yank Concord Township Ken T.mccray Wilum Hammond F. W. Parvonm

Ajax workman injured by emery wheel mishap

Carina Von Tassel, an Ajax employee, was seriously hurt yesterday when a fragment from a broken emery wheel struck his arm. Dr Ben Hott attended, dressing the bruise. He is not believed to have long term injury but is expected to be incapacitated for several days.

Carina von Tassel Ajax van Tage Ben Hott van Tas- Bol Will Nya

Thanksgiving Day Post Office Hours Noted

The Corry post office will be open from 9 to 10 in the morning and 7:80 to 8:30 in the evening on Thanksgiving Day. No mail deliveries will be made that day.

Agilar Corry

Thanksgiving Day then and now reflecting national trials

The article traces Thanksgiving from its Pilgrim origins in 1621 through Revolutionary era proclamations, noting 1863 as the moment the last Thursday became traditional. It highlights World War I era stakes and President Wilson's call for economy and abundance, urging devout thanks for blessings amid global conflict.

Pilgrim Fathers Plymouth Colony Congress Madison Washington Europe Wilson

Peace Declared Rumor Circulates Among Bolsheviks

London dispatch reports Bolshevik leaders congratulated their commander in chief on ending a war briefly described as a gust and honorable. No further reports reached Petrograd and the situation here remained uncertain this afternoon.

London Petrograd

Lyle Clough Enlists in Medical Unit in Syracuse

Lyle Clough a student at Allegheny College is visiting his parents in this city before reporting to Syracuse to enter training with the medical unit. He entered service last week and is ordered to report before September. The medical unit will be deployed within the next few months.

Lyle Clough Way Allegheny College Syracuse Clough

Witnesses Testify in De Saulles Murder Trial

Mingoin Nov 23 witnesses detail Mrs De Saulles past mental strain and suggest she did not enter the Box to aid her husband. A friend accompanied her to the De Saulles home the night before the shooting, supporting other testimony.

Mingoin de Gaulles de Saulies de Saulles

Ministers and Board Plan Stronger City Cooperation

Ministers cooperated with the Board of Commerce and the Ministerial Association to explore closer ties between the two groups. A special committee met to discuss future cooperation and to set a workable framework for city interests. A follow up meeting is scheduled for Monday evening to continue the discussion.

Board of Commerce Board of Commerce Directors MLC Isthmal Association Board of Cammees Committee

Trolley Car Runaway Disrupts Center Street Crossing

An o'clock trolley from Columbus ran off the end of the rails at Center Street crossing, injuring no one known. The 2:20 from OL City arrived as brakes were applied, preventing a collision. Details on cause are unavailable.

Columbus Pennsylvania OL City Tme

U S War Savings Certificates and Thrift Stamps Explained

The Treasury introduces War Savings Certificates and Thrift Stamps with discounts and six percent? 4 percent compound interest options, offering $5 stamps later, registration at post offices, and a plan aimed at encouraging thrift across all ages to fund wartime needs.

Sixteen Men Missing as Moscow Peril and Kiev Crisis Rise

Stockholm dispatch reports 600 perished in the Kiev fighting and Russian officers slaughtered in Moscow as Bolsheviks tighten grip. Officials warn Finland may starve if US aid shipments halt. ambassador Morris says food relief hinges on policy toward Russia.

Kieff Moscow

Navy reports survivors from torpedoed steamer Actaeon near Spain

Final naval communique says six Lyothres men are aboard the American steamer Actaeon torpedoed off the Spanish coast. One death reported. survivors are believed ashore at Cape Finisterre Corunna with about fifty crew originally aboard. Further details awaited from the involved authorities.

United Press Warrington Lyothres Spain Cape Pinisterre Crow Corunna Actaeon

Pacific Mail Liner Sunk Off Yokohama

A large Pacific Mail steamer Thor from Yokohama is reported sunk after a collision or disaster. No details on the cause or casualties are available as of this hour, with officials yet to confirm full information.

United Press Tokio Thor Yokohama

Columbus Lad Shot in Foot

Arnold Johnson nine year old son of Mr and Mrs Grant Johnson of Columbus was wounded after a .22 rifle fired at his foot while he was cleaning the gun at home. He was treated by Dr Bennote and resting comfortably this morning.

Arnold Johnson Grant Johnson Columbus Bennote Smield

Thanksgiving Services at M. E. Church

The Union Thanksgiving services are set for tomorrow evening at eight in the First M E Church. Pastors from city churches will assist and a union choir will provide music. Rev. Frederick Troy of First Baptist Church will deliver the sermon. Mrs Elisabeth Aughey of Ol City, recently a patient at Hay Rest Cure, is reported improving from rheumatism. she is a former Corry Schools teacher.

M. E Union Choir Frederick ‘Troy First Baptist Church Elisabeth Aughey Ol ‘City Hay Rest Min. Aughey Corry

Money Loan Offer Promises Fast Repayment and Interest

The text advertises a loan plan promising repayment within days if misfortune occurs. It states the lender will return the principal if needed within five years and pay 8 percent interest for the loan period. The wording is informal and appears as a promotional note.

Ron

Cambridge Springs High Meets Key Stone in Season Opener

The season opener features Cambridge Springs High School versus the Key Stone team at Premyteria Gymnash on Thanksgiving night at 8 40. Keystones coached by TT Williams have trained over two months, while Cambridge Springs aims to bounce back from last year's 1 win in 17. Both squads promise a competitive game with strong effort from each side.

Cambridge Springs High School Keystone Hyskethal Keystones TT. Williams Cambridge Springs

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