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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1922
Page
4
Community items recount a dozen events from July through August in Grove City and Mercer County. Fire damage destroys farm buildings and wheelwrights shop. a $1000 reward for damaging a railroad bridge noted. social gatherings include dances and birthdays. police and civic notices mention accidents, sales, and upcoming meetings.
A marshal was killed in a gunfight with bank bandits at a rural location. Local authorities pursued suspects during a manhunt as the incident prompted an official investigation and continued protest by residents.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets claim to awaken liver and bowels for relief from indigestion bad taste coated tongue and low energy. Advertises a vegetable formula with olive oil to avoid calomel side effects urging take one to two tablets at bedtime for quick relief. Costs 16¢ to 30¢ per package.
Washington Aug 28 The United States proposed to the principal allied powers that they relinquish control of the eastern Chinese railway span and withdraw Japanese troops from the region. The note, sent by Secretary Hughes, is under negotiation. The plan includes a provision for reporting upholding the open rail corridor principle and awaits Allied acceptance.
At the Pennsylvania Elks State Convention in Scranton the state body reviewed rising activity levels and approved no specific action on an orphanage for Elks dependents. Reports showed 48,000 children entertained at a cost of 78,000 dollars. Philadelphia and Erie lodges bought grounds for centers offering free vacations to worthy children. Philadelphia spent 85,000 dollars for 125 acres and Erie 18,000 dollars for 100 acres. The 1923 convention venue was not decided.
A garbled regional notice lists registration dates for the fall ahead of an election. It mentions former U S Senator A J Hopkins dying at his home in Wisconsin and notes registration days Thursday September 7, Tuesday September Wh, and Saturday October 7. Voters are urged to bring tax records and comply with requirements.
The undersigned will offer at public sal at the term formerly known as the Elmer Bush Farm a property described by percent of mile north of Columbus on Wednesday August 30 at 1 oclock sharp.
National call for copper and brass themed photographs totaling 1060 in prizes draws entries from Europe and America. Highlights include a 600 year old London dungeon bucket, a 6th century BC Litruscan chariot find near Monileone, a 56 year old Chicago hot water boiler, and a 96 year old copper dome from Boston. The contest ends September first.
A fragment recalls a warning letter about teaching in school and cautioning against certain actions. Miss Tilda Anderson of oi City visits, followed by mentions of Miss Gertrude Angers and East Many Street. The garbled text includes advice and erratic phrasing about spelling and behavior.
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