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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1912
Page
2
The first production of the Mikado sold out within an hour with over five hundred tickets for opening days already gone. Rehearsals show strong progress as Dany leads a refined cast and Dr Christie directs a top quality orchestra under expert management. Friday seats remain ample but in high demand as audiences anticipate great performances.
A fragment recalls Jr. Graves asserting precedence in a Went Main street history sketch. It mentions a 1865 fall and a plate glass installation in West Main with Mrs. Weisser and Mr. Aldery’s store, attracting a crowd a half century ago.
Secretary Wilson plans a public talk at Warren near the county line inviting farmers and locals to attend. The brief note hints at addressing disputes related to agriculture and public publications, with no specific details given.
Grado pupils toured Pure Milk Co sites and Halamorn facilities with chaperone Mr Chis Parkfyrst. The visit aimed to support a competition effort, providing educational insight into dairy production.
The Jamestown Morotog Post reports high water near Beechnwood blocking Beechwood to Celoron route and delaying factory resumes. Communications to Celoron by old Lakewood line may reopen by morning, with walking or road routes from Fairmount Ave the alternatives.
April 8 reports describe Conewango Creek flooding between Warren and Frenc Ming. Low land submerged with trees and outbuildings surrounded by water. Dwellings and barns reach water levels, boats or rafts needed to access homes, weeks expected for water to recede and heavy property damage feared.
Philadelphia National League player Magee suffered a fracture of the right wrist after being struck by a pitch. The injury is expected to sideline him for at least a month, affecting upcoming games and team plans.
A long hopeful note claims a new remedy for dandruff eczema and scalp diseases. It credits Downey drug stores with securing the agency and promoting Zemo preparations including Zemo soap as antiseptic scalp cleaners. The claim stresses germ-killing effects and guaranteed results by druggists nationwide.
The Easter show drew about 260 attendees despite poor weather. The Army thanked volunteers and announced a repeat performance next Saturday night with Rev. Bunpaw speaking in Capt. Crotts’s absence. CorryPure Milk Co. will offer special morning and afternoon deliveries with dairy products.
The May grand jury list was made public on a Saturday in the county seat. Of the jurors selected, 13 come from the city and 22 from the county, a first for several terms. The second trial of Job M. Andrews may proceed and other defendants named await action. Grand jury members include Erle Thomas Hohan and James Robinson among others with traverse jurors listed from city, corry, north west, harborersek, Summit, and other townships.
A movement in US City and Franklin seeks Federal support to raise river levels by constructing lock dams on the Allegheny. Local groups urge the War Department to favor inland waterway improvements, hoping higher waters will enable power boats to travel the river.
Washington April 8 Representative Bates of Pennsylvania introduces a bill to create one admiral and four vice admirals in the active Navy with appointments by the President from rear admirals who have served creditably. The president would appoint the senior admiral with Senate consent from admirals, with pay set at 1300 dollars for an admiral and 1400 dollars for a vice admiral.
Residents report roads are deteriorating and hindering transport raising costs for forest county produce. Prices for wine and basket goods jump to 15.25 a ton and 1.75 per bushel as farmers struggle with poor infrastructure and flood damage.
Help wanted at Nux Bone Comet factory for plant work and roadpay. Apply at office, 24, oor Mwe Bulle, 29te.
A second arson attempt occurred within 48 hours at the Silberberg residence on Harriot Avenue. Police and fire crews investigated after oil had been poured on the porch and a gray clad man was seen nearby, leaving by a street entry as Clyde Henderson raised the alarm. The fire caused limited damage and a bottle containing oil was found in the mud behind the house.
Union City Times and Enterprise merge under Times Enterprise Publishing Co Inc Pennsylvanian law. Franke W Melon remains editor in chief A H Hoyd oversees supervision and management John A Young runs the humor department. policy aims to strengthen circulation and cut costs by offering one paper weekly schedule and broader reach.
An advertisement from Rochester New York promotes a foot cream promising to vanish foot agony and soreness. It touts quick comfort, claims a money back guarantee, and urges readers to rub it on tired feet to relieve roughness and cracking.
A Warren County town reports an rising starlet fever concern with several patients held for observation at Sheffield and four more quarantined homes. Officials say the threat appears contained but caution remains as health authorities investigate the outbreak.
Palm remembers 4H members and projects with a brief note on youth agricultural work and local club activities. The item highlights ongoing community engagement and school partnership opportunities for youth in Palm.
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