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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1938
Page
5
The article explains goldfish do not sleep as humans do. They experience periods of rest in which they stay perfectly still but cannot close their eyes or sleep in the true sense. It also lists unpleasant words starting with T, including trouble trials tribulations temper taunts terror throes toll treachery tyranny tragedy tears and tombstone.
Desert travelers seek mirages to glimpse beyond the horizon guiding journeys and saving lives at times while many have perished chasing deceptive illusions in harsh conditions.
The heliotrope is called the herb of love and is tied to a Grecian name meaning to turn toward the sun. It is noted for supposed healing qualities similar to gentian, per the source text.
Local residents are reported in and out of the city for visits and events. Rev Carl St Heidt left for Titusville to assist in Forty Hour devotions at St Titus church. Many others conduct travel to Buffalo Pittsburg Erie Union City Columbus Meadville and Endicott with returns home after visits or overnight stays.
Preparations are complete at the Montgomery Ward store on North Center Street for Ward Week, a ten day sale starting tomorrow. Nearly all merchandise is marked down with savings announced across all departments. Manager Larsson invites buyers from Corry trading territory to visit and view the sensational marks for the spring event.
The Readers closed their thirty fifth year with a four course luncheon at the Poconix Hotel. Mrs Fy McCray, retiring president, presided. Miss Mirabeth Ranney read an original piece on members quirks and propensities to applause. Mrs Charles Cronin gave a brief club history from 1908 minutes. Members looked forward to next year starting October 3, 1998.
Business and Professional Women's club discusses district meeting set for May 7 at First Presbyterian Church Union City. A dinner at 6:30 will precede remarks by state president Margaret Ritensur of Uniontown. Delegates named include Violet Racke Marjorie McElroy and Mrs Lawrence Thomas with McElroy as alternate. Rita Weber bridal gift noted. next meeting slated for Monday 8 p m with high school debating teams on schedule.
John L. Price grand patriarch of the grand encampment spoke at the inner meeting of local encampment No. 241 in the LO G F hall Muhhall Pa Forty members attended the official visit before Price headed to North East to hold a similar session after a Rebekah served dinner The open meeting included third degree and encampment members and several Rebekahs and was described as enjoyable and enlightening.
April 26 report says Governor nor Charles Alvin Jones face political targeting after support for the "regular" Democratic candidate. Bale, tied to Matthew H. McCloskey Jr., denied selling out while McCloskey, Philadelphia Democratic co chairman, held $9.7 million in state construction contracts and lent the governor $21,600.
A fragmentary report notes Abati MSSINET A and Featy Semen Vertent in an unclear event. Readable details are limited and no dates or locations are confirmed. The text suggests a local or organizational matter but lacks decisive context or outcomes.
San dea Marlin angrily denied the Los Angeles jail she confessed to stealing 10100 from film actress Simone Simon who employed her as secretary. District attorney investigators reportedly admitted taking the money to buy clothes and furniture.
A nostalgic Mothers Day piece recalls a farm family where two daughters plan weekly dinners for their mother, detailing menus and a macaroni and cheese casserole recipe. The narrative celebrates humble acts of care and shares sample menus and cooking steps, highlighting practical meal planning learned by children without adult help.
United Press reports Wall Street barely reacted to President Roosevelt's message urging taxes on future government and municipal bonds and on government salaries. Markets await further guidance, while airplane stocks rise on strong orders and promises of foreign demand. Bethlehem Steel and U S industries show mixed moves as bonds slip and London shares slide after budget news.
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