German Plotters Bomb Piers Fire Fatalities Estimated Loss
Reported by United Press that German conspirators hurled bombs on Baltimore docks causing a major blaze. Twelve lives were lost and property damage expected to reach five million dollars. Authorities deemed it the largest German plot yet attempted in the U.S. with fires started simultaneously at multiple piers.
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United Prem
Balonora
Fritieh
Wesily
Cérman
Herbert Hoover
Arion
St. Pod
Vollce
Agetila
Department of Justice
New Tax Takes Effect On Railroads
Washington October 1 United Press reports new charges in a value tax on communications and transport. Affects phone and telegraph carriers, railroad fares, pulling charges, and postal rates with changes to insurance and stamp duties. Public response notes higher costs and three week lead in preceding charges.
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United Press
Wahington
Great
Americas
Retreat of Italian forces steadies as enemy pressure mounts
Rome reports orderly retreat of Tichian forces to the Tagiawonto line with gains in reorganizing Italian lines. Troops’ bravery enables reform and rekindled hope that the rally will halt the enemy advance. Fighting continues with Italian units steady amid numerical superiority of the foe.
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United Press
Rome
Fiahtlig
Choe
Weather outlook with warmer temperatures expected
Weather forecast indicates tonight and Wednesday will bring warmer conditions with a chance for improved visibility. A note mentions a golden opportunity to tidy up and a reference to Mr Delcontroublh and the Victor Shop as context.
Christmas Packets for the Soldiers
Instructions from Red Cross leaders outline packing Christmas parcels for soldiers in France and at home. Directions cover contents, wrapping, sizing, and a suggested list of items to include with khaki handkerchiefs and cards for each package.
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Minn Masjerlu] Auer
Mins Marla Keppel
Belle Kelni
France
Cantonmenta
Cross
Corry Boy Praises Red Cross Work Amid War Letters
The Corry resident praises the Red Cross for wartime aid praised by Franke Ursdt and others. Letters from soldiers describe the relief efforts, Camp McAnthin life, and appreciation for kindness shown by Red Cross volunteers to wounded soldiers and service members.
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Corry Boy
RED Cross
Phatho
Branco
Dalia
Ividore
Franke
Wilvon
France
Camp McAnthin
Wood
Roxas
Milne “Wileor
Sophie Ale
Brialhestery
Avery
Aevan Wilding
Rere
Mrauy
War Tax Ready to Operate on Travel Tickets
Ruling begins tomorrow imposing a wartime tax on oil rail tickets between oil points in the United States and Mexico. Tax is 35 cents per cent of the purchase price. exempt fares under certain conditions. Traveling sales and mileage credits addressed. unused mileage purchased before November 1 to be claimed at offices. Red Cross supply items listed for purchase later with various goods included.
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United States
Mexico
Avéry Transportation
Moaraat Hekor
Red Cross Supply Buréau
Ume
Nation Exceeds Ship Building Program at Signal Corps Camp
A wartime dispatch from Camp Jackson details conditions at the Signal Corps camp as soldiers describe their daily life. Journal entries note tent and barracks layouts, drills, signaling practice, meals, and local town interactions with Columbia and nearby shops supporting the troops. Letters praise community generosity including a theater box and care packages, while listing soldiers by company and hometown.
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Signal Corps
Red Pennants Warn Shoppers For Bargain Day
Careful shoppers should seek Red Pennants next Saturday as Corry stores participate in a thrid monthly bargain day. Red Pennants mark participating shops with special bargains as the public sales promotion continues in The Journal edition.
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Mors Corry
Adi
Chisdale Kivery
Plot to Poison U S Soldiers Rumor Stirs Memphis
A nationwide plot to poison American soldiers surfaces in Memphis with reports of contaminated serums. The War Department bans the serums following the incident as five service members are mentioned in varying accounts. Further developments are anticipated as details remain unclear.
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United Press
Memphis
War Department
County Officials To Register Voters At Phoenix Hotel
County Commissioners will arrive in the city tomorrow afternoon and will register all eligible voters who have not yet registered before the primary. Voters should bring tax receipts for the past two years when applying. The officials will be on site from 1:00 PM until 8:30 PM.
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Phoenix
Regiae
Allen
New York Stock Exchange Closure Rumors Circulate
Wild rumors spread that the New York Stock Exchange had closed following a drop in stool common. The reports were unconfirmed at press time. Washington notes the War Board proposal under review by the Agricultural Department with a final decision anticipated soon.
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New York
New York Stock Exchange
Rimera
Finited Press
Washington
Hutter
Agricultural Department Bureau
Lorlay
Magician at the Rex Opens Weeklong Engagement
The Rex Theatre hosts a new attraction led by Medard the Weird, described as a legitimate successor to famed illusionists. The opening Monday drew laughter, mystery, and thrills as the act promises lavish tricks, popular prices, and profitable engagements.
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Rex
Wierd
Richards
Governor Declines Exemption Authority in Service Briefing
Harrisburg October 1. A public statement from the governor clarifies he has no power to grant or recommend exemptions from military service. The note emphasizes the national army can save servicemen, urging approval of required service rules.
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United Press
Harrisburg
National Army
Menlyes
Amo
War battle near Tagliamento river looms in Europe
London reports military experts predicting a decisive clash between Italian forces under General Cadorpa and Austro German troops as the Tagliamento river operations unfold. In domestic news the Republican City Committee renews efforts to bolster the Italian Maew project with Lyons reelected chair and Remy named treasurer amid front line invasion concerns.
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London
Cadorpa
Tagliamento
Iboleter
Tralian Maew
Arthur
Lyons
Warren de
Remy
Wil Ba
W. F. Lewis
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