20 Oct 1917
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1917
Page
1
Citizens rally to exceed Liberty Loan goals as local industry and workers pledge generous support. The drive reports progress with a final tally of 117,450 dollars and ongoing efforts by employers to push the campaign over the top amid patriotic sentiment.
Waterford in King County surpassed its Liberty Bond quota at a district dinner held at Hetor Laweange. Officials announced a district goal of about 4.9 million dollars with hopes to reach 5 million. Despite optimism, speakers warned of apathy among milthy residents and urged active effort to meet campaign targets.
Report from Amiptlean headquarters dated Oct 20 notes soldiers in the field purchasing Liberty Bonds in a financial effort to support the national war effort. The latest tally shows heavy artillery funding with over $4,000,100 raised to date.
In a McKean county case heard by Judge Joseph Howton, Harriet Cochran accuses Willin of stealing and altering a will to gain property in the vicinity of Thirteen and Pouch directing worth about 412,000. John T. Hrookn represented Mrs. Van Pyke. Willis faced cross examination as the proceeding ended after a long day of testimony.
A Cleveland broker named Coday has been appointed national chief distributor in the fund conservation program. He will cooperate with the Food Administrator Hoover to control farm prices and the distribution of funds nationwide.
Washington October 20 President Wilson today proclaimed Sunday October 28 as a day of prayer for the healing of the nation. The proclamation followed recommendations by congressional leaders and aligns with wartime national observances.
A conference in Philadelphia among operators, confectioners, and telegraphers aimed at curtailing sugar sales faced inconclusive results. Officials indicated possible actions, including plant closures and stricter controls, with fears of retail shortages and widespread job losses if measures extend.
London Ont dispatch reports two British destroyers sunk in a North Sea engagement between the Shetland Islands and Norway. The action involved German forces while convoying merchant ships. Several Swedish vessels were also reported damaged as the convoy and escorts came under fire.
A lone bandit robbed the Springfield office of a company today, making off with about $10,583. The incident occurred at the accountant's desk and left the firm missing funds and shaken. No injuries were reported and police were pursuing leads.
United Press reports officials say the Antilles torpedoing was accidental and linked to German submarine activity near American transports. The Haidpien analysis suggests misreads and luck influenced the attack with the submarine commander showing limited success as the Antilles was damaged and later readied for rescue.
Constable P. Broddugh of Spring Creek arrested a man named Lester Evelyn at Spring Creek yesterday on the charge of pilfering and indecent exposure. Evelyn, about twenty, was arraigned before the county court and bound over for the next term. He was taken to Warren by Donatado Stoddard and Toulged for confinement at the county citadel. Police say Evelyn roamed and robbed homes, and threatened women, prompting complaints from victims.
British and Allied reports describe air combat over Paris and nearby areas with several Zeppelins attacked. One fell near Hugerville, another near St Clement, and flames were reported from a downed craft. French forces and attrition marked a high toll on the German air fleet.
The report notes rapid recovery work as crews dig through debris and repair sections of the city. It cites totals around 121000 by noon and a running estimate toward 721000 absorbed, with expectations of higher costs as further work proceeds. Local authorities emphasize ongoing efforts and funding allocations to rebuild damaged areas.
A damaged wartime notice reports an alien workers plot at a New Jersey naval yard. It states that ten workers from Hamburg-Amerika Line were implicated and that authorities claim they planned to betray the island by aiding an enemy force.
London reports ongoing heavy combat on the British front with intense shelling and advances described by British headquarters. A separate statement claims British tanks pierced lines at Ypres and overall gains were achieved despite dire losses as families mourn a local death and a Buffalo-bound traveler returns home.
A bank robbery ended with an explosion blowing open a bank safe and a haul of about $22,000. Four men led the operation and fled in a waiting automobile along a rural road, pursued by a posse as authorities investigated the case.
American aviators dropped Liberty and other circulars over German lines on the Western front today. Washington reports units from the Lafayette Regiment carried out the operation early this morning, sending paper bombs and chemical warning notes to the enemy.
A Corry man, Walter Grebler of Columbus, recently returned from Europe aboard the Antilles. He served with the Bell Telephone RHO Signal Corps and was joined by Majur Patterson who has been ill but is improving, despite a lingering foot issue.
Reports say twenty seven killed and fifty injured in a German air raid over London and surrounding counties. Officials caution figures vary while the German raid marks the largest attack since reprisals were promised.
A national Liberty Loan drive calls for citizens to light great fires on October 2 to honor the nation and mark the approaching close of the Second Liberty Loan on October 27. Organizers led by Mary Byers and the Woman's Liberty Loan Committee urge locals to participate, with over 100 county chairs coordinating events as a symbol of unity and resolve in support of the war effort.
Police say a valuable thoroughbred hound was recovered after an incident in Goshen. The owner, Coriar rél denis, and others are urged to contact the Chief of Police to claim the animal and avoid disposition of the dog.
A meeting of Ispring Creek dairymen was held in Paige Hall but poor weather reduced attendance. The group moved to perfect the local branch of the Dairymen’s League and to recruit members. A future plan and a rescheduled meeting were to be discussed next Friday.
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