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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1916
Page
5
Canadian troops use trench periscopes to observe enemy positions beyond the ridgeline. Reports describe careful surveillance from concealed lines as artillery activity echoes across the front.
The article surveys WWI fronts from Verdun to the Near East, noting the Trebizond and Mizorum campaigns, Russian aims toward Constantinople, and sea control. It discusses Franco British and Russian cooperation, German aims for a separate peace, and ongoing brutal fighting at Verdun and Ypres with no decisive gains.
In a bold pledge the Roosevelts promise to go to war if the United States faces Germany. The colonel states four sons will enlist, possibly seven members including sons-in-law, himself, and favored kin and friends will follow, with eyes open to the vow.
A car owner seeks help for engine knocks at low speed and with acceleration. The article discusses possible causes including bearing looseness piston slip or side play, splash level in the crankcase, ignition wiring and valve seating. It covers overheating causes, carbon buildup removal with denatured alcohol, and proper inspection steps for ignition and carburetion. It also explains exhaust related explosions, types of axles, and piston speed rating, with practical maintenance guidance and cautions.
Archie Stewart buys a bow traction engine. W H Green and wife visit Vance Helman. Mearl Brown hurts himself while carpentry. Indiana visitors include Florence Stephens and Wanda Fowler. Reverend Osgood to preach at Manor School house Sunday. Mrs Walter Gibson of Heilwood visits her family in Blairsville area. Amond Hosapple wedding attended by Mr and Mrs J Edwards of Belsano. Several local social events and travels noted with many club and church notices.
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