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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1919
Page
2
Reading fragments reveal local notices, advertising copy, and editorial commentary. The item references Andrew Carnegie era philanthropy, Monty Ford, and a jury verdict on damages, reflecting a waning public debate and a chaotic page with advertising rates and legal notices.
An article reflecting on Andrew Carnegie’s wealth and legacy, noting his rise from Scottish immigrant to prominent industrialist. It discusses wealth disbursement, fiscal philosophy, and the impact of taxation on business and society, with critique of congressional delays affecting fortunes.
The text questions Senitor Lodge and the Republican Congress over their stance on tariffs and investigations. It implies frustration with rising prices and the cost of legislation, suggesting a debate on fiscal and foreign policy unknowns.
New York State Superintendent announces court order to take over and liquidate the Seneca Fire Insurance company at Belo County. The move follows months of investigation into the firm and ties to the North Penn Bank of Philadelphia failure. Officials hope creditors can recover losses despite the collapse.
Local Burgess Burgess Wood declares suspicions of illegal liquor sales tied to ginger ale at Kane. Two men named Jager from Warren County confessed to drug charges after being arrested on alcohol changes. The suspects admitted buying a drink called ginger ale in loam barrons and guessing its potency. Officials say federal action may be required.
Collector of Buburists Revenue C. Ge Lewellyn of Pittsburgh holds that a 10 percent tax applies to the total sales amount paid by one person, not to individual charges. The ruling cites a case where a shopper bought two sundaes and two sodas totaling 80 cents, noting the tax should have been eight cents.
Aug 19 an exciting program in Oil City will honor local veterans with boxing matches a parade fireworks and dancing. The September 6 event aims to celebrate those who served in World War I with General George B. Hickardy expected to attend and many returning soldiers likely to participate.
An ad style notice promoting Bekman Afterativa claims to tackle a persistent cough and throat irritation. It mentions a product named Upbuilder of 20 ene mniere, with unclear references to Philadelphia and dates, presenting a promotional health remedy in a vintage newspaper tone.
American farmers operate 79,789 motor trucks, manufacturers 79,928, and retailers 74,486. 1918 shows growth with farmers still in front. An estimated 90,000,000 tons of farm products were hauled to market by motor trucks, with transportation costs about half of horse-drawn methods.
Fremont resident Mrs M Goppen describes relief after six year old daughter or herself? No, passage shows a woman in her life phase six years old? The ad promotes Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as remedy for heat rash, nervousness, backache, headaches and irritability. It cites Mrs M Goppen of Fremont Ohio and urges readers to contact Pinkham Medicine Co. for advice.
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