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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1911
Page
2
Accordite reports Titusville faces failed to draw funds at the Corry meet. Favorable weather kept attendance slim. Plain talk states horse racing, as conducted, is disreputable and unsupported by the public. Reform or abandonment of the sport is urged.
In Warren on August 11 Frank Olson faces release from county jail after admitting guilt in the death of a man. Spaulding remains in danger, and a serious charge may drop to a petty one. Friends of Orion seek to reduce the bail from $1,000 to $500. The district attorney is expected to sanction the bail reduction, with Olson likely to face aggravated assault charges later but possibly receive a lighter sentence given elapsed time in custody.
The Messenger family held their sixth annual reunion on Wednesday, August 10, at Recreation Park in Columbus. More than sixty members attended as officers were re elected: President A F Moasangar of Corry, Vice President M O Baker of Bria, Secretary Tones of Jamestown. Out of town relatives came from Buffalo, Jamestown, Ashylife, Sheffield, Spring Creek, Beaverdam, Cambridge Springs, and Plattsburg. The next reunion is planned for August 1912 at Recreation Park in Columbus.
A notice states that the author accuses his wife Men Nettle Siobbtan Hindcail of causing harm and asserts they are living in Cotati. The fragment suggests a personal dispute or accusation published locally.
Inemstown August 12 John Wibeck of Erie Rail road night crew saved Carl Johnson about 48 from a track sleeper and possible death when a gusty night crossing near Main street left Johnson unconscious on the rails. Police arrested him for intoxication as the engine halted moments before collision. Nearby a Union City farm barn on Warner’s land burned around 2 am destroying hay, farming gear, and a mower in a fast-spreading blaze started by a passing locomotive.
Yesterday closed four weeks of fine racing at McKinney Driving Park. Town officials hear there will be a county fair with a fair association and new deal. Hilly Heers promotes a 15000 capital stock company to run agricultural fairs alongside fall racing to draw thirty thousand visitors. James Moran and locals see strong support, with Oil City and Warren likely backing the plan for broader exhibitor and spectator appeal.
A large gathering at the M E Church heard Hon Oliver W Stewart speak under local U U Tov auspices. Dr Rankin led prayer, special singing accompanied the event, and Stewart’s discussion addressed a major issue with clear support from attendees.
An evening at Lyric features the Battle Hyun of the Republic performance with Julia Ward Hoke credited for Ang style and a ballad by Diol Robinson. Admission five cents, come early for a lively show.
Local families face illness impacting several children as volunteers rally to provide comfort and aid. Health officials urge care and community assistance while schools coordinate supportive services for affected youths.
A compact listing of church services across congregations including Congregational, Hurst Baptist, First Presbyterian, Christian Science, Saint Paul Evangelist Lutheran, Salvation Army, First Methodist Episcopal, Tristan Missionary Alliance, Amiel Episcopal, United Brethren, and Christan Missionary Alliance. Details note Sunday worship times, Bible school, and evening services, with park union service and evangelistic meetings mentioned for various congregations.
A Towneville farmer returning home from the city was assaulted by three men on Hydetown road. He was beaten and left with a badly bruised left eye and blood streaming down his face. A streetcar witness saw him then in distress near a cemetery before the car continued. the victim did not seek a warrant and pressed on toward home.
Secretary Morgaridge has received a letter from State Economic Surface promising three cases of mounted birds and animals and three cases of tie for exhibition at the Corry fair on September 12 to 15. Transportation and protection are covered. Birds will illustrate agricultural economy and habitats, with vegetation and fruit charts, stereopticon views, and demonstrations of praying apparatus and insect control. A representative from the agricultural department will be on hand to present with charts and display features.
August 11 at Union and State Streets Bradford Pa a National Transit Company lineman narrowly escaped death when a power line contacted him brushing a high tension wire His body convulsed as he tumbled over the cross arm and fell to the pavement He was rescued by Patterson whose right hand was badly burned and whose eyebrows were burned off He endured 2200 volts passing through him but survived the incident with minor injuries
A church service is announced to be held in Park Sundby Ark on NAE 1th at 1 am. The notice invites everyone to attend.
An early night arrest led Warren authorities to detain two young girls briefly as they promenaded in a public area. After counsel to mind hours and behavior, the girls were returned to their homes at Dunton’s Home Made Bread nearby, with no further action noted.
Fragmented OCR lists dairy items including butter and cheese with references to wholesale pricing and a sale at a market. Mentions of early or limited sale days and various local names appear unclear, but indicate promotional pricing and product availability to customers.
A fragmented report notes a tram collision involving a car in Corvet. Readable fragments indicate vehicle contact and exchange of details between drivers, with no injuries or official statements confirmed in the surviving text.
A fragmented OCR note indicates an auction sale of items with limited readable details. The text mentions selling activity and local officials but lacks clear names or dates. Some phrases hint at a sale event but specifics remain unreadable.
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