04 Oct 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1917
Page
1
The British claim progress in an offensive push near Ypres led by Field Marshal Haig. Reports say casualties and prisoners increased, with bombing and artillery activity continued along the front as British forces press toward German positions.
Reported mild fever cases emerged at a camp where soldiers, including Company A, faced quarantine measures. Guards patrolled the area while a medical group tracked symptoms and prepared for possible evacuation to a hospital as the unit underwent extended containment and drills.
Hatred Prensa reports letters from August 1914 prove von Bernstart pressed German officials to appoint Cohalin as Cork Bishop. Documents disclose Von Mernstorf Holn Pugh scheme, with Tustin Cohatan of New York linked to German aid for the Irish revolt. Pasha case shows $1,700,000 sent via Cour lange, with dinner at Sherry’s including William Randolph Hearst.
A Cory area outbreak prompts quarantine of the Dibble herd after sudden deaths and suspicious symptoms. Dr. Gistor and Dr. Hay mobilize veterinary aid to contain the spread as two dozen cattle show illness and authorities order action. The new facility led by Dr. Hay is expected to handle rising demand come spring.
An effigy of J. Leo Blair, a Warren business figure seeking draft exemption, was hanged from a telegraph cable outside Warren National Bank. The incident drew sharp commentary as Blair had voiced opposition to the draft.
The directors vote to organize a Liberty Loan drive under the Chamber of Commerce. They discuss rail regulation, wartime policy, and the need for a new membership campaign while postponing Halloween festivities due to current conditions.
The Special Ministry will direct raids over Germany under a new government accord. Haru Gury OO is named to head the ministry with authority over German cities and wartime measures. The arrangement aligns with Allied planning and economic oversight.
An important hospital auxiliary meeting discussed rainproofing fundraisers and improving the unit. Miss Nugent, the new superintendent, attended and met members while Indios planned a bake sale for October and other events to support the hospital.
Three hundred boys of the Great Lakes Band traveled by Erie train to New York City for a guest appearance with the Red Cross in one of the organization’s notable demonstrations. Lt. John Philip Sousa was to lead the group, described as the largest band in the world, with reports detailing Mrs. Hilmabeth Nugent’s relatives in the area.
Corry youth G giv taler, a well known local player, performs for Carnegie Tech as center and quarterback in early practice scrimmages. Weighing 167 pounds, he competes in three positions and shows promise for a strong season with the veteran lineup.
Rail crews on the Buffalo and Pittsburgh division prepare to settle the strike this week as freight service remains disrupted. Ore trains are active in work to move cars, and some reconciliation is anticipated by week’s end. Passenger service worsens with delayed northbound and morning runs exceeding an hour.
Chef Davis and Oillcar Locke recovered a Ford runwhowt stolen in Jamestown. The car, bearing Colorado plates and badly damaged, was found near Columbus after two men fled the scene. The owners, Mr. and Mrs. A Marker, await silent improvements to their vehicle and report the incident to authorities.
An Erie man was struck by a vehicle on Waterford Road near Kearsarge Wednesday night. The driver fled the scene and the victim was seriously injured, with authorities continuing to investigate the crash.
A car slid off a steep grade near Pindley Lake, leaving passengers uninjured after the vehicle was held above ground by a large bankment. The driver and one other passenger escaped with minor injuries as a bystander aided the stalled auto.
Final wire bulletins report a ship sunk by a German submarine with eight men saved and an Austrian warship damaged in Adriatic actions. Harrisburg notes Col Frank B Beary appointed Adjunct General to fill a vacancy after J Stewart’s death. London dispatches say American schooner Arma Fy Colon sunk. British forces push a four mile trench advance, capturing German prisoners and nearly annihilating three divisions.
Last evening the Merry Makers, a society of Corry residents now living in nearby towns, held a reunion dinner at the North Center Street homestead. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Boward Jones of Akron and Mrs. J. G. Smith of Jamestown, along with Mrs. H. Kerringer of Cambridge Springs, among others.
Erie County officials discuss a broad road and bridge program to widen and better pave routes. The proposal seeks state funds and local levy approval, with a plan to connect towns and improve winter maintenance and traffic flow.
The Cory Chapter of the American Red Cross relief committee will convene Friday afternoon at 9 o'clock in the Board of Commerce room. Rev Father Brock, chairman, urges full attendance as increasing work demands attention from all members.
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