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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1910
Page
2
Advertising rates listed with handwritten terms and unclear pricing. Mentions monthly and weekly charges, deadlines for insertions, and recalc at nine o clock. Reflects ad placement instructions and needed names or titles with ambiguous spellings.
Partly cloudy Saturday with possible local showers and cooler Sunday. The Jamestown Morning Post notes the U S census for Jamestown and similar cities likely finished last night, but public release is delayed while a Washington tabulation work continues for several weeks. Reports indicate widespread dissatisfaction with the census taking and wages paid to enumerators. The post plans to publish missed persons reports coordinated with the census supervisor in Jamestown.
On April 2 1920 Vice President Sherman spoke in St Louis hinting a new fart law could raise revenue enough to require revising the Payne Alurich tariff law upward. Treasury reports show government expenses exceeding receipts by 4274550.24 dollars. Judge not by relations though critics may speak of his companions.
Toledo judge R R Kinkade, famed for jailing ice men over price fixing, is briefly mentioned as a possible Ohio governor candidate on the Republican ticket. The report notes mixed reception to the rumor as circulation continues.
A. P. Mount & Son have completed plans for a modern bungalo for Gow Sullinger on Spring Street. A heavy retaining wall will be built along the lot’s stream-side border, raising the yard about two feet. The home features a high grade red brick foundation, Devonshire brick above water table, and specially designed windows. A large living room with an immense fireplace will be a centerpiece. cost estimated around 1,000 dollars.
A collection of sheriff sales is listed including the Turt Mfg Co property seized Thursday for the National Bank of Gerry with Moomy levying on other assets for sale May 4. George C. Welgut, Albert J Patterson, W J Kolstee and others face seizure in suits by Blair, H Clark & Son, Mount, Rhodes, Osborne, Heath and McMullon amid stock takings and related notices.
The Journal notes potential adoption of a public water supply posting plan in Corry after Secretary Deown cites Oil City as having it done. The item mentions conspicuous display in hotels and public places and references various locales and religious imagery intertwined with the discussion.
Samuel B Rayle announces candidacy for the unexpired two year term in the State Senate subject to Republican primaries on June 4 1910. Voters will decide the nomination path in the upcoming primary.
An illegible old advertisement notes Inter isl Tailoring Co of New York City as agents for Corry, Pa. A F Mensenger & Son are named as sole agents in a garbled listing, suggesting a tailored garment offer or fitting service.
The Business Mona Association debated the To Day s Magazine proposition with no firm decision. The only remaining plant site discussed was Canton Ohio with others as its mouthpiece. Creditors want Warren to raise 25000 via loan or stock. investors would be preferred creditors. A New York ad agency rep said To Days Magazine could be a top paying publication and could land 7000 dollars monthly advertising contract once management changes are settled.
A new 1010 model Liquid teeless soda fountain from OG Langsey and Son is set to operate soon. It features marble-surrounded cabinets, white porcelain syrup containers, sanitary pumps and work boards, and lat er non corrosive German alloy components. The design is described as one of the finest in the city and the fountain is expected to be ready in a few days.
President Taft will travel by two o clock train from Buffalo to Pittsburgh, passing Corry tonight. He will spend two days in the Smoky City, attend a Sunday baseball game, and deliver a political address before the Americus Club.
All persons or firms with accounts against the Stanford Hose Co are required to send them to the secretary on or before May 2 2130. George Bodmer, Secretary.
An advertisement from Belleville Ontario dated August 30 1900 promotes Partisan Sage claiming it can regrow hair on bald heads. It cites Oscar Armstrong of Helle Ville and asserts the product restores hair quickly though acknowledges variable results. Readership is urged to buy the remedy at 50 cents per bottle.
Westfield April 1 report details P W Bemis, a Civil War veteran near seventy, falling from his bicycle and breaking his right hip. The incident interrupts his duties as Captain of the Police at the Assembly Grounds and his anticipated service for the year.
Tuesday morning about ten o clock two well dressed men claimed to be agents for an advertising firm and offered work between here and Spartansburg. The horse and two vehicles have not been returned and no definite trace of either remains. The black horse had a sprung top buggy red running gear and was in good condition.
A brief item notes D. Padoll O. R. offers consultation at the St James Hotel every Friday. The notice highlights regular Friday appointments for eye care and vision assessments.
The Pine Grove Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting at the manager Mr. O L Alexander’s office on Monday May 8 at 7 p m. Stockholders are members and urged to attend. directors will be elected for the coming year. D S Rowe secretary
A long awaited feature rolls into The Lyric tonight with the strong lead Back Among The Old Folks. Two other excellent picture novelties accompany the program offering a substantial bill for moviegoers seeking a grand cinema experience.
A garbled OCR note describes a custody or care scenario with mentions of withdrawal, medical or chemical references, and a strange ongoing threat. Strong entities are unclear. the fragmentary text references care, withdrawal, and a family context.
ALF Messenger announces a Bowie stock sale of men's tarnlahing goods including ape s sits panty and umbrellas, underwear and more at wholesale prices. The listing promises low prices across menswear items and related accessories.
Let the Corry Vacuum Cleaning Company renovate carpets, rugs, and all household goods with a powerful vacuum plant in the city street. Men are prompt and courteous and the service guarantees satisfaction by Manley & Hingham, Mera. Bell 17tw Union 182h 25. Also notice offers restorative cures and a drug advertisement with various remedies and prices.
The note directs readers to check the Wants and Classified Advertisements section for item 11. It implies a listing or sale detail hidden within the classifieds, inviting readers to review the specific entry numbered eleven.
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