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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1912
Page
2
A state commissioner denounces extensive game sales in Crawford and Warren counties. He cites hunters abandoning foregone duties to shoot wildlife for market, with deer and grouse mentioned. The report notes violations by hunters and high-priced sales, including $40 paid per deer.
Official canvass reports Republican primary results across Erie and Crawford counties. Milton Shreve leads Congress district with 4,998 votes to Sobel 4,401, margin 1,048. Crawford totals show Shreve 2,487 to Sobel 1,999, margin 488. Statewide delegate results indicate Roosevelt slate support and various county tallies for party nominees with multiple candidates receiving small votes.
Allentown April 1 an official from the State Board of Charities said a Rittersville home for the insane has flawed facilities and staffing. The superintendent is praised for hard work but the institution’s past care and training programs are under review and plans to address structural and program deficiencies are discussed.
The Patriot reports a sweeping endorsement of the reorganization movement across Pennsylvania. Voters rejected the Memorial Hall measure, opposing higher taxes and county overreach while praising soldiers and local service. Critics say funding a Brio monument would burden taxpayers and delay a needed school building and other improvements locally.
This afternoon and evening at the High School Auditorium a concert and a mock trial will be held to benefit the School Owl. An amateur trial titled The Assent Casey will be performed as part of the program along with other acts. Proceeds from the event are expected to support school activities and entertainment.
Fragmentary OCR text references dates, people, and items but lacks clear event or names. The readable bits mention a Doll farm, a 3 year slug, and tools or polators, with unclear place names and dates. Unable to extract a coherent main action or outcome for a proper summary.
Harrisburg Pa Alr 15 over hour Tener urged prompt generous contributions to flood victims of the lower Mississippi Valley. The governor endorsed a Red Cross appeal to residents of Pennsylvania to assist the relief effort, calling on citizens to support those affected by the disaster.
Brooklyn man Jamon Alen recounts a narrow escape from danger near a home run attempt, aided by quick thinking and luck. The article then shifts to a fundraising push as First Baptist Church of this city seeks to retire a long standing debt, with Jay Maxwell and Roy D. Martin spearheading the campaign and a Sunday tally planned to reveal pledged amounts.
County Commissioners Wallace Culbertson and Shaffer with Reno Cribba foreman of Rogers Bros and Petroleum bridge contractors held an inspection of the Relist street bridge. Repairs will cost several hundred dollars and include new girders under the girder span and a new abutment, with a two month time frame. The work will require advertising for bids after the latest surveys.
Adjutant Campbell and Mrs Campbell of the Salvation Army Philadelphia will conduct the service at the Baptist Church next Wednesday evening April 24 at 7 45. The adjutant plans to sing and invite the speaker for further meetings. Mrs Campbell will perform vocal selections during the service. All welcome. Also an unrelated ad notes PazO Ointment claims cure for piles within six to fourteen days.
Congressman Huff, a notable banker, coal operator, and philanthropist from this city, died at his Washington residence after a long illness. The funeral arrangements were to be set in Newark with interment in a local cemetery. Huff was born in Norristown in 1842.
An ad touts the Hard rubber HYOMI inhaler with an 80 cent price offer for owners and a full outfit for non-owners. It claims the device passes the nasal membrane to reach germs and end catarrh and related coughs with a money back guarantee. Sold by N. J. Amon & Co Corry Pa and local druggists.
M Krieger announces a new tailor shop in Corry at 143 Center Street in J H Wright's building. The store offers made to measure suits and coats in the latest styles with guaranteed workmanship and fit. Garments are made on site and a free one year press and sponge service is offered for ladies and gentlemen. Opening date is April 18, 1912.
Notice to teachers invites applicants for positions by May 6. The Hoard expects teachers to elect. A separate help ad seeks workers at the Nu-Hone Cortet factory for light work with good pay, earned in short time. Apply at the office, 20th floor, Ajax Street.
A fragmented reminiscence describes a dramatic sinking at sea as the battleship Maine is towed away and goes down in deep waters, leaving an impression of a thrilling and ominous event. The passage evokes a vivid sense of awe and danger from the historic maritime moment.
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