Inspection Day Aboard Camp Hancock Unit Thoroughly Screened
Camp Hancock Augusta Ga detailed morning inspections as 150 soldiers from each company of the 6th Army linked arms along streets. Chaplain Hart led prayers while privates answered a long questionnaire about origin, duty, and emergency contacts as officers noted readiness and disciplined orders amid a broader reorganization plan. Major Binns Swathern, Major Clyde, and Major Bordwell led battalion inspections across A through M companies, confirming orderly conduct and record keeping.
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Hancock
Augusta
Hop
Tully
Avery
Visa
C O
Statintien
Willy Hart
Unif
Willam F. Gilliiand
Ot Chy
Raymond C. Malone
Kane
Robert R. Hulton
Grove City
Bao
Sagh
Hi Unite
Mest Bhaoka
Tethros
1Th
Binns Swathern
Charles If. Clyde
Chaslee BH. Bordwell
Qasined
Pope will make no further move now for peace
Washington September 19 The Pope has made his anticipated peace offer and proposes concessions. Government and allied observers say the Vatican motives aim to pressure central nations into an early settlement before winter. U S officials expect Western powers to respond with caution and seek a broader coalition.
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Pope
Stoval From Switzerland Report On Food and Duties
Stoval arrives from Switzerland to Washington for a full report on his food and duties. Sergeants and officers set up improvised stoves and shelves in the store and office areas to aid practical work, while Company 2 leads the effort. A Sunday church service is announced with chaplain remarks and music, Catholic and Protestant attendance planned, and a ball at 2 PM for the regiment between Company D and Company M. Partly cloudy, warmer with showers Thursday.
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Donoya
Stoval
Washington
Wilson
Atonda Felt Durland
Stovall Bag Alrewdy
Switzerland
Delatia
Joreeaut Dillan
Nor
Nandy
Ghio
Hult
Aeyera Acrid
Ola
Sacred Heart
Augusta
Hold Man for Robbery In This City
Aman nasiid Walker is alleged to hire and steal $69 from a fellow boarder at a boarding house on JitiMuin street. He supposedly left the city after the incident, with authorities in Wal town pursuing warrants and promising his return for trial on theft charges.
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Aman Nasiid Walker
Atulm
Nii
Mayuillo
Wal Town
Thin City
Knitting Unit Boosts Red Cross in War Effort
The Gerry Chapter American Red Cross notes a new knitting setup now in service to produce seaworthy amounts of socks for soldiers in France. Donors Mr. E M Barlow Sr and Mrs. Franke Amon provided equipment including a modern band-age roller for dressings. Workers express gratitude for the added facilities enhancing training and production.
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Han Boen
Gerry
France
Corry
EM Barlow
Franke Amon
Pitt
Red Crow
Corry Boys Go Off For Camp Lee
CORRY sends its drafted men to Camp Lee amid a large city sendoff. A band and local crowds welcomed 64 draftees from the district, with bundles of tobacco and money collected for the effort. One man from Abts City was missing, and another from Talon City was reported injured. the group will travel by special train to Warren and join men from Erie and Union.
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Board of Commerce
Corry
Erie
Union
Corry Boys
Corey
Tydinbelet
City
Union City
Coleman
Liat Tower
G. A. R. Vetenan
Meloeniion
Wwlilabio
Oho
Steve Duma
Abts
Duma
Briea
Jays
Talon
Warren County Union
Lee
Warren
Crawford
Uskoan
Ciméroin
Potter
Two U boats Destroyed in Sea Battle
An American armed merchant steamer reports seeing a submarine off the Scotland Islands as it engaged another vessel. A British escort corad exchanged wireless messages and moved to sink the submarine after it fired two torpedoes. The Exemption Board for Dispatch No. 1 orders the second National Army quota of about 40 men, to report at Mercer on Thursday with a war day as guests at the fair association.
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United Press
London
Scotland Islands
Bergan
Tirhig
Marchant -Vrunél
Perscopa
Ringe Ft
Franklin
National Army
Will Ha
Mercer
Fair Association
Test Association
Big Strike Threatens New York Commerce Tie-Up Today
Labor conflict looms as New York dock workers employed by the International Mercantile Steamship Company threaten to strike. The stoppage could paralyze port activities affecting shipping lines including White Star and Atlas Transport. Officials expect the action to disrupt operations across multiple piers unless settled quickly.
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New York
Mielke
Aitlova Uw
Coniinica
Hliw
Cantina
Plenty of Petroleum for War Needs
Atlantic City reports President Bedford addressing the wartime oil supply. He asserts ample crude stocks and explains consumption trends to reassure fuel availability for military needs, urging efficient use and orderly distribution amid the war conference.
Russians No Worse Off Than Teutons
United Press reports a New York dateline outlining the view that Russian and German forces are in comparable positions. Analysts note neither side has achieved decisive breakthroughs, with ongoing strategic uncertainties and political strains potentially influencing future operations.
Raid Ends With Unclear Western Front Developments
Report from Meld Marshall Hale notes a night operation yielded no significant events on the western front. Cops observed limited activity as dawn broke, with continued patrols and no major objective reached. No important losses or gains were disclosed, keeping the front status largely unchanged.
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Lomlon
Kestow
Serness
Sarshall
Pather
Russian conditions settling amid Korniloff rebellion aftermath
United Press dispatch from Petrograd describes provisional government efforts to stabilize the country after the Korniloff revolt. A permanent constitutional power is anticipated. safety committees and disbanding actions are noted. The report also mentions church and public notices and upcoming local events in various communities.
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United Pren
Petrograd
Tomuy
Rive
Parmanen
Prom
Korenaky
Hue
Wilehfe
Great Bond Measure Clears House Senate Agreement
United Press reports that House and Senate conferees reached a deal on a multi billion dollar bond measure. The agreement was announced and will be reported to the Senate Thursday and to the House Friday, with a likely presidential signature by Saturday. Secretary of War Baker argued for a larger army appropriation of at least 257 million, urging immediacy.
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House
Senate
United Press
Washington, D. C
Hose
Ise
Thousand Enroute to Training Camps for National Army
Washington, Sept. 1. Newswire reports a shift toward intensive home front military training for American youths. About 270,000 men will undergo drill, bayonet practice, and modern warfare tactics at training camps. Costs of clothing and equipment are noted, with many men remaining at camps into late spring 1919.
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Washington, D
Fiftyth Wedding Anniversary Observed in Corry
A large gathering celebrated the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Olmstead at their Corry home. Attendees included relatives from nearby towns and eighteen Army veterans. A reception featured songs by Mrs. Molten and a recitation by Mr. Manley, with photographs taken in the afternoon by Mr. Dilly.
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Phesentine
Aloe
Pete
Jude
America
Roy Pleres
Mincerington
Atra
Warnel
George Palle ToUowett
Tony
Mra
Buy Molilen
Man
G. W Patterson
Tumns
Allude
Mr. Dilly
Minnig
Til Ray
Perce
Sinclairville
Wynn
Ranabaudy
Tituseltte
Tituseltte, Mr. and Mra. Bntloyes of Lottayille, Dewey Merce
Turtta ‘Ills
Amd
New Loans Announced for England and France
United Press reports Washington on September 19 announced aid totalling 70 million dollars to allies. Fifty million was loaned to England and twenty million was lent to the government of France, unlocking funds for Allied efforts.
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United Press
Washington,d. C
England
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