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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1915
Page
8
Berlin reported German forces seized a Russian fort about eighteen miles northwest of Ware, with estimates placing German troops at 20,000 to 40,000 and claiming large quantities of cannons and ammunition captured, prompting praise from Kaiser Wilhelm II.
Morty Ale reports a Kaiser ceremony praising Admiral von Tirpitz for sea warfare efforts. The act signals imperial support for Germanys naval power and Tirpitzs prominent role in undersea strategy.
A New York company Din Muyliy presents a three act comedy at the Library Theatre titled Officer 666 WIM Ui. The production promises uproarious humor with a distinctive flag emblem and a central white keystone bearing a gold crest of Hanover on a gold border.
United Press dispatch reports Spanish steamer Bona Distilo torpedoed off Heligoland by a German submarine with no crew details released. White Star liner Bovie sunk off coast near Teoland with two lost. 30 crew landed. British ship Eld Went aground off Folkestone. 45 saved, 15 lost or missing. Rostormell reported sunk after attack. Rostermell crew saved safety before vessel went down.
United Press report on Leo M Frank funeral noting private services attended only by relatives and friends. A police guard of 25 stood along the procession route to prevent demonstrations. Mrs Frank nearly collapsed at her home as the funeral procession began, highlighting the restrained proceedings.
At Mo Chatanqia Tent last evening Lio superintendent announced plans for a Chautauqua season. About 400 cards were returned and orders for nearly 200 tickets were taken. The project aims to bring a largely new program to town with a $1,000 guarantee and a 15 cent admission price. Officials hope contracts will be signed soon.
An advertisement touts Parlaian Lake as a scientific preparation sold by N. P. Amos & Co. to invigorate hair roots, promote growth, and stop dandruff. It claims to make hair long, thick, soft and lustrous for men women and children, with home use from 14 Noxpen Avenue.
The second annual Vit and hive families reunion was held at Charles Pitt's home a short distance north of town. Attendees came from Edinbord Spring Grove Union City Greece City N D and nearby. A bountiful noon dinner and an afternoon program made for a pleasant day.
The Employment Committee of the Corry Board of Commerce and Industry has established an employment bureau at the office of the board. Employers seeking workers and jobseekers in need of both are asked to apply there for assistance and cooperation in securing suitable help. J P Drown, Secretary.
Hosiery ads promote fast black special prices with mens half hose and ladies Lysle hose in all sizes. Deals include 10 per pair 25e for three pairs, Misses 25c hose 19c per pair, and men silk half hose at 85c or 25c per pair. Local shop features black and white options and broad size availability.
A local ad promotes underwear deals with ribbed ladies Vests at 10¢ each, valued at 124¢, available in all sizes. Also featured are 50¢ undergarments with an extra value at 43¢, signaling bargain pricing and broad size options for shoppers.
A local ad lists striped waists at $1.00 and $1.25, fine white waists in assorted styles at $1.50 value for $1.00, higher priced waists from $2.50 to $3.00 at $2, and all sizes of $4 waists offered at $3.00, highlighting strong bargains for ladies.
Bargain sale offers include canned salmon light pink and red salmon one pound prices, peaches, prunes, toilet paper, ink tablets, coffee, butter, and picnic hams. Emphasizes cash purchases, large quantity buys, and proximity to the post office.
A freighter named Aggis Norde was wrecked off the Mucf le Coast amid a big storm. The Mixon company Wax rushed to the scene as a dramatic film crew shot footage aboard the sinking vessel. Disturbing scenes showed deck crews, salvage attempts, and improvised rafts as the ship pounded toward a coral reef. Officials sought missing workers and investigated the wreck while a shore audience watched the drama unfold at the Library theatre tonight.
A fragmented note hints at a fourth chapter shown tonight at Amusoth theater with a schedule including Bee and Chautwagua events and two Biograph shorts, offering attendees a chance to view multiple pieces in one evening.
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