03 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1918
Page
1
Report notes allied actions near Fresnes with quotas reached as American and Franco forces engage. Mentions Deaton and towns along the Nether Fence and left Italian wing. Describes Austrian reaction and attempts to form a junction with Italian forces. Indicates victorious momentum and strategic alignment in the sector.
A wartime casualty list reports totals and individual losses from a local area. Names include Raymond Cooney Corry and peers, with several wounded and fatalities from various units. The report notes a local native Horgonnt Caouicy whose wounding reached his parents days earlier.
The funeral for Will H. Tillotson was held this afternoon at 3 on Fast South Street at the home of his grandmother, Mrs. G. B. Grapsery. Interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery with several relatives and friends in attendance. Witnesses included Howard Whittlesay and others.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Bishop Israel planning return to America. Details are unclear and names are partially garbled, with references to a chaylain and various individuals. The readable portions suggest a religious leadership figure preparing travel or relocation amid unspecified events or ceremonies. If accurate, the piece hints at church matters, personal prayers, and awaiting a higher authority's guidance.
Fragmentary report states two workers died instantly and others injured while a work train passed near Medford. Two victims were found near the site, and the public is asked to assist in observing the city’s emergency call protocol as doctors urge morning and night operations to handle the epidemic situation.
Fragmentary notes describe deteriorating gutter work on Washington Street with unclear contractors and schedule. The city plans to finish the pavement repairs before transferring duties to the city authorities, marking a potential delay in completing the project this year.
Navy reports the cruiser Tampa was torpedoed in the Bristol Channel on September 20 near an escort vessel. Of 102 aboard, and civilians perished, with survivors and officials confirming the attack and loss.
A scanned letter from Clinton Melan to an army unit discusses time in hospital far south of Paris and missing gas supply. The writer asks about news, health, and a possible return home, noting enduring hardships, travel, and concern for companions. The tone is personal and reflective of wartime conditions.
Dairymen of this county are urged to attend meetings organized with the National Dairy groups. The events, held in connection with infant welfare talks and daily discussions, include cattle judging contests scheduled for October 1 through October 15 at various locations.
A wartime plea urges citizens to buy Liberty Bonds to support American troops. It promises high interest, security, and repayment, asserting victory relies on widespread financial backing and personal patriotism to fund aircraft, artillery, and fighting men.
Revi Mortimer Ashton arrived yesterday from Morris New York where he served as rector for ten years. He assumes charge at Emmanuel Episcopal Church with sister Misa Ashton. They await arrival of their household goods on West Smith Street as preparations begin.
A chaotic, partially legible OCR fragment mentions rumors of casualties and widespread speculation about events and people. Names, places, and concrete details are obscured, leaving a vague sense of a developing incident without verifiable facts. The garbled text references various individuals and locales in a noncohesive stream.
The wedding of Miss Masestopehing Weaver to Arthur Spear occurred with a large bridal party and guests in attendance. The bride wore white satin with a short tulle veil and carried pink roses, while the groom stood with his attendants. An informal reception followed on Maple Avenue, and the couple planned to travel to Shawnee, Oklahoma, after a day in the city. Weather or forecasts noted fair conditions and cooler temperatures tonight.
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