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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1913
Page
2
The Corry Semi-Weekly Journal offers mail delivery at $1.00 per year if paid in advance. The notice specifies pricing and payment terms for subscribers arranging early payment to ensure continued service.
The passage notes repeated misreadings and word substitutions in old papers, highlighting how a reader altered phrases like assassination to association, upsetting the intended sense. It cites reactions from Buffalo News and Philadelphia Press about public figures and monetary fundings influencing coverage.
Mrs Avna G Austin appeared before Alderman Tortor sworn warrant for the arrest of her husband on support charge. Officer Jaimax Stevens served the warrant. The man was jailed until this morning and held on bond.
Washington dispatch reports a flood of inquiries to the fate department on August 23 regarding claims about Lind being killed. Officials deny any confirmation of such an event as inquiries continue from the public and press.
George M Ream announces definite bid for Corry mayor after a period of consideration and recent work on the Corry Bridge and Supply Co project. He will submit his petition to the county commissioners on Monday with strong support from friends and supporters hoping for a victory in the September primaries.
United Press reports from Sherbrooke on August 28 that Harry K. Thaw must decide whether to let Canadian lawyers press for a court case in Vermont or face deportation back toward New York. Canadian authorities warn Thaw could be sent to New York if he stays in Canada, with potential extradition routes via Montreal and Ant province. Jerome, New York district attorney, is rumored to push against his stay, while Attorney General Parsons confirms Jerome’s assignment to enforce Thaw’s return.
Rumors circulated last night about the alleged assassination of Special Envoy Joh Gind in Mexico City. In response, Information Charge do’Affairs OShAughnessy wired Secretary Bryan with a firm denial and request for verified details.
United Press reports a prize fight death near Tessé Williams as Young died from injuries after a knockout fall. Sheriff Halil issued warrants for Willard and fight promoters. A ring side crowd at the event led to immediate legal actions following the fatal incident.
Dr Theo VanRinter of the Polyclinic in New York drowned at Saranac Lake following a struggle with a large pike during a fishing trip. Witnesses say the tackle overturned the boat and he became entangled in the gear, with his body recovered later.
Reports indicate candidacies filed for the three vacancies on the school board to be filled at the ensuing election. Names mentioned include Robert Heerlen F A Lageland and FW Whittlesey, with anticipated terms of four years for two seats and an eight year term for the third.
A strange lightning bolt struck a barn during a storm, tearing shingles and singeing the roof but not igniting the structure. Two horses stood nearby in a double stall. one was felled by the strike while the other survived. A bystander near the barn escaped harm as debris scattered.
Esperantists gathered at the Price home on West Smith Street for a shortened business session and a lesson. The permanent organization will form in September and focus on alphabet grammar spelling pronunciation of Hapornnta words to welcome new members for translation exercises. The next meeting will be at the McGuro home, 352 Marion, next Thursday evening.
United Press reports Mulhall in Washington reiterates an old claim that Representative McDermott discussed receiving money from brewery interests for Capitol work. Mulhall says the alleged conversation occurred during the 1919 campaign, amid pointed remarks about political favors and funding.
Secretary Wake Morgaridge reports strong prospects for a good poultry display at Corry all week after next. Superintendent Jolson pursues local exhibitor participation with encouragement and active outreach to poultry fans.
A call goes out to gather fine poultry for the 1012 fair exhibit. Organizers urge all able breeders to enter strong specimens to enhance the display and attract visitors.
A fire at the Standard Oil Co depots destroyed 2,500 cases of oil and threatened nearby facilities. Ware rooms and oil storage houses were largely consumed, endangering the entire district where the depots are located.
An old advertisement explains eye examination methods and defects such as hyperopia myopia and astigmatism. It promotes services by Optometrist OR. D. Padoll and Very Wray at Offic Tract ion Building Corry PA.
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