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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1921
Page
5
A garbled town page lists roofing ads, funeral notice, real estate listings, and social events. Names such as Robert Nichols Warren Astor and firms like Hammond Elevator Company appear among scattered addresses and prices. The fragmentary OCR piece captures a busy local commerce and community notices snapshot with varied goods, services, and announcements.
Notice is given that an application will be made to the Governor of Pennsylvania on May 29 1921 by Ty Diiskaris Hertha Tatars and Luo Litnlaris under the act to incorporate and regulate certain corporations. The proposed charter would authorize purchase manufacture and sale of articles including textiles and mail for these purposes and to enjoy all rights and privileges of the act.
A fragmented notice describes a community event with a dance party and birthday celebration. It mentions a special price on goods, food items, and a lunch served at 4:30 PM. Attendees include Mr Auderaon and Mr Harris, with gifts and small raffles noted amid crowd activity.
A fashion note outlines a dark blue crepe straightline frock with a gathered skirt attached to a waistline blouse. It highlights a decorative blue satin tail and orange crisp accents, a plastron font, and a tunnerblouge element. Materials listed include yardage for medium size, ribbon, and sizing details, with price information.
An advertisement claims EuroPhosphate can increase weight and strength restore energy vigor and nerve force for adults. It presents a concise sales pitch targeting thin and nervous individuals with promises of bodily improvement.
A fragmentary religious essay recounts prophecies foretelling the rise and fall of nations including the United States. It cites Evangelists and pastors claiming extensive future predictions, with references to Holy Scripture and historical figures. The piece presents a strong theological view of prophecy and ends mid-argument.
A questionable text reports an evangelist arguing over Sabbath observance between Sunday and Saturday. It cites God’s command, references to the 208th or 208th days, and mentions two thousand years of history. The narrative blurs names and dates, noting Gregory's 1582 calendar reform and contrasting Sunday with the seventh day in a controversial religious discourse.
An elderly Corry resident Morris Brows died at his city home on Weel Peat street after many years in the community. He leaves surviving children and relatives in New Rivins, Paul Rick Brooks, and nearby towns. Funeral services will be held tomorrow morning at 9290 Si home, with interment at Si homme cemetery.
Mrs George Merk widow of De Pouk Touttat, with offices in the Tora block, Med, died this afternoon. She had been a patient at the hospital since yesterday evening. Despite efforts of attending physicians, her condition grew critical and death occurred shortly after. A fuller notice will follow.
Simple and fascinating one fashioned of figured cotton voile. The background is dark blue covered with lighter Dine and henna figures. The straight skirt is draped with a two piece tunic trimmed with five deep tucks. The waist is caught in with a sash of blue satin lined with henna crepe Georgette. Short sleeves and a round neck add youthful effect. Medium size requires 434 yar 36 inch voile and 3 yards satin ribbon. Pictorial Review Dress No. 9286 Sizes 4 6 8 46 inches bust. Price 35 bent.
A fragmented report shows efforts to reform a municipal heating scheme. Local officials discuss pricing, address corrections, and a proposed structural improvement plan. Named figures and places appear in truncated form, with emphasis on the ongoing process and anticipated changes.
An ad describes a large Grafonola lineup with prices as low as 5.00. It promotes a standard phonograph product sold by a house known for quality sound, located at 2410 Paymans. The quirky phrasing suggests a vintage sales pitch and many garbled words from OCR.
Fragmented text describes bed bug infestation and a vague warning about dangers and remedies. Mentions hospitals, prepaid services, and a string of unclear names and terms. Dated phrasing suggests a historical reporter style and era. The piece references fight against pests and community concerns but lacks coherent details.
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