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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1911
Page
11
A dramatic reclamation tale set in Southern California follows bold characters overcoming harsh districts to reclaim desert lands. The story emphasizes Western spirit, strong ideals, and dramatic incidents. Read on Saturday August 19 for $1.80.
A garbled catalog-like notice lists various goods and prices including soap bars, household chemicals, cookies, and produce. It mentions a contract with a New Jersey grower, expectations for sweet potatoes and Telah potatoes, and a random assortment of items with speculative pricing and unclear quantities. The fragmentary text references vendors and unusual terms without coherent narrative.
A fragmented note lists discounts on school supplies including ink, books, paper, and sewing items. It mentions collars, handkerchiefs, and menswear accessories, with irregular pricing and irregular product names. The text reads like a promotional or store catalogue fragment from a past era.
A busy update lists Saturday and Thursday gatherings across Crawford and surrounding towns, with notices of church events, school openings, and a tax deadline. Details mention Emmanuel Church benefit, Baptist prayer meeting, Gladereen school hiring of J Gehring, and August 31 as the City tax final day without penalty.
A fragmentary note from Union City promotes a theater bill at Lyric Theater titled The Awitehiman's Tow Edison's Sensational Railroad Drama. It references a nautical shipwreck theme featuring a 610 Captain 18 tale and a six tent setup.
A New York Sun report discusses auto color schemes, detailing how builders match interiors and exterior panels to create variety. It notes designers’ emphasis on individuality, contrasting moldings, and the influence of women buyers on color choices, with examples of olive, black, white, and yellow pairings and hairline outlines.
A Chicago News dispatch from Gothenburg Sweden details a Swedish wine and spirits shoppe dispute over who may buy whisky at the counter. A customer recalls being refused whisky purchases until he telephoned from Unsalgar and was eventually told delivery could be arranged for extra charges, while a second attempt faced stricter refusals.
The Austrians are cited as the propleat stick ers for genealogy with nobles tracing their devout roots. The Dukes of Norfolk are described as the oldest form of nobility in the world, per trustworthy authorities. The Howards are claimed to be of Saxon origin with records dating far back in history.
Silas Morgan of Whidby Island Washington believed a sticky resin found in an adveral cans of paint was opium based on a town sample. He spent about $9000 on the material after using around 30 caps and wasted much of his funds.
The Atlanta Coast Line plans action against chinaberry trees along its right of way in Florida. Officials claim these trees cause pests and alleged breeding ground issues and have ordered removal to limit warming effects. Local experts note the move could prompt similar actions nationwide.
A fragmentary London theater note cites Drury Lane and Haymarket engagements, with Palmer's shift between venues and a dangerous journey. It mentions odors, a critic’s quote on substances, and a warden after rails as a planetary proof in a warped context.
Fragmentary notice describes relocation of a business from the Ajax Building to a ground floor room near the Phoenix Hotel. It mentions the Aldon-Sagon Goat Go and a street address with unclear wording and multiple transcription errors.
Advertisement notes International Tailoring Co offers clothing made to measure with affordable prices. Agent A. F. Mesvenger & Son identified as sole agents for Corry and vicinity. Product details brief and unclear due to damaged text.
Watch makers claim tailoring a timepiece to the wearer improves accuracy and fit. South Bend watches cost little more than standard models yet offer style and precise regulation for both men and women, per manufacturer claims.
A testimonial touts Down's Kidney Pills as a relief for kidney complaints. The speaker, from Corry, Pennsylvania, describes chronic issues and says the pills improved symptoms after use. The ad lists N. A. Ames & Co drugstore as a retailer and notes a 50 cent price with the Dean’s brand as sole U.S. agents.
Aug 24 1911 notices from Columbus speak of Rev BE Rexford at Freechurch on Sunday, local visits by Elisabeth Goff and Mrs Glenn Arter, travels to Chautauqua and the Philippine assignment for Russell Golf, and various hometown gatherings including visitors to Sherman Warren Elgin and Bear Lake. Additional names include Mina Arter, Marie, Lucile Crusby, Martha Myers, John Oliri, Frank Howard, Bourdinn, Sulivan, Ava Winegar, Henry Allen, Miss Halth Barnes, Lulu Cover, Ray Falconer, Galton Paulkner, Evkland, F M Babcock, Leland Dewey, B Deway, Gordon reunion, Belle Howard, Julia Smith.
Aug 1911 notes from Blue Eye recount family visits and travel. Hiner Homan of UALCornN violated by a cousin, Al mond Dedesn. Mr. BF Poole and family attend church. Frayke Linguist at a Stoneboro Camp meeting plans to visit Titusville. Aylsworths visit relatives near Spartinsbore Rory. Jolly Tubbs and wife noted. Mabel Tong of Arbuckle visits. Hiram Moore and family, Dr Ricker and wife, Mrs Lucy Lawrence and son, and Horachler of Buffalo visiting friends for a week. Play Day at Hillaide on Saturday reported a success with Mr Dayin and wife present.
An early sales pitch from a local tailor promotes custom suits with a plan allowing oral payments. The ad lists a business name and address at 21% West Mulne Street, Twat, urging customers to call or visit to discuss payment options and the tailored service.
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