16 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1918
Page
1
Americans push to hold key high ground as rains slow German advances along the front. British French and Belgian forces launch a major drive toward the coast, threatening German submarine bases and channel ports. The Turkish government collapses and a new pro peace ministry takes power.
Britain announces unconditional surrender terms for Germany with occupation of towns and disarmament as the basis for an armistice. The report, from United Press, describes Allied advances across Flanders and Champagne and notes American and French forces pressing toward strategic targets in northern France and Belgium.
Mr and Mia join a cross country camping expedition planned in special order. The party travels from Pittsburgh through Mondville and Mercer toward Washington and south via Blue Book routes, camping wherever night finds them. They will remain in Florida and other southern locales through late spring with ample gear and comforts.
Washington October 15 inquiry by the Senate fundrary sub committee into the Washington Times purchase by Arthur Briabune with funds from Drewars points toward a broader probe of German propaganda activities in the United States. Army intelligence records were presented in executive session and Captain GB Lratar was subpoenaed to testify Tuesday. Georgy Creel, chairman of the Committee of Public Information, was expected to be called as a witness.
The obituary notes the death of 14 year old Harry Perkins after illness with pneumonia. He was born in Concord and educated at the Presbyterian church and local schools. Funeral arrangements set for Friday afternoon at home, with Rev. C. B. Woodwell officiating and burial in Pine Grove cemetery. A committee seeks a digest of information on political activities of Beevers from former federal district attorney Mumon and Texas Attorney General Looney for a generational inquiry.
A Wrightsville boy is reported as a prisoner in Germany amid WWI actions. Unclear if he belongs to the 112th regiment Company A from the city. The epidemic shows improvement with fewer new cases though many remain sick in the city. Emergency hospital care continues with careful attention as weather aids camping and recovery efforts.
Pittsburgh October 16 The Treasury official urges taxpayers to buy certificates of indebtedness to meet upcoming income and profits taxes. Certificates available at Federal Reserve Banks or banks and trust companies in denominations of 500, 1000, 5000, 10000 and 100000 to ease tax payments and aid government funding.
A United Press report notes broad support for the Fourth Liberty Loan mobilization with patriotic appeals and motivating messages from citizens across the country. Public figures and local communities participate in fundraising efforts and public rallies to boost the loan campaign.
Governor Brombangh calls November 2 as Fire Prevention Day urging residents to inspect private and public properties for winter readiness. Officials emphasize improved heating and storage safety, with steps to reduce fire risk and protect buildings and lives across the community.
Palm restaurant has been sold to Tomie Woicht who will assume near future duties and promises continued first class dining with the Tinch counter. Dr. W J May, previously confined at his home on Fast Main street, walked out this morning. Col Olmstead transfers to Montgomery Alabama with family planning to remain until duties complete.
A United Press report details a House deficiency bill submitted by Chase Winn Shirley Weane Approprit committee. The measure allocates tens of billions to the War department and naval programs to support American forces in France and related logistics, with authority for salvage and property rights. It notes a total appropriation near 36 billion across war needs with specified sums for field artillery, naval ships, and maritime support.
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