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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1911
Page
2
Capt Conover reports the loot from Wednesday night Pensy freight heist located six miles east of the scene. Detectives identified the suspects, goods include groceries and patil items, with most stolen merchandise recovered from the fright depot. Leaders expect further arrests this afternoon as authorities close the case.
State Code empowers purchase of private holdings in normal schools. Northwestern State Normal at Edinboro may be taken over as debt is low and private stock minimal. Enrollment rises, faculty restructured, and new teachers hired including Jane Sweetarton and S Grace Hauser, signaling a prosperous era for the Edinboro institution.
The Evening Courier will cease September 1 and its subscriptions move to the Morning Herald. The Weekly Herald becomes the Weekly Courier under Courier Publishing, uniting Titusville’s daily papers. The change aims to reduce costs and consolidate readership while preserving editorial strength and local coverage.
A contract was closed today by Corry Muir management with Rex Smith Aeroplane Co of Washington for two daily nights during the fair. The machine is a biplane designed to carry passengers and perform long-distance work. The deal includes an 800 to 500 feet study and promises a major attraction drawing thousands to the Corry fair. A Pennsylvania passenger train No 68 derailed earlier due to a broken flange on the locomotive, but no serious injuries were reported as the train was moving slowly on the grade and the derailment affected only the dining car and some coaches.
A fragment from the Sentender section of American Magazine highlights Rev Charles Stelete touring with Chautauqua lectures on Modern City Problems and the Church. The piece satirizes social and political views, noting his critique of socialism and remarks on civic reform, with quips about newspapers and cemetery gags.
Mysterious message received yesterday claims the world will end in 1912. Document sent to Mayville for court filing in Chautauqua County, mentions Zion City and a writer at Tutte Wits Cove publication. Kingsbury County clerk noted Mayville as the only paper recording the item.
Explosion of an oil lamp in Olive Cottage at Beechwood near Jamestown sparked a blaze shortly before 11 last night. Firemen from Beechwood Lakewood battled the flames, saving Olive Cottage and preventing wider spread as wind shifted. Cottages owned by Edward Anderson Gregory Fred Dotson Carl Johnson and Mrs Jolinsky were destroyed with narrow escape for Charles Anderson from Olive Cottage.
Mrs Kila King Warner aged 100 celebrated her birthday in Union City near Mill Village. She has lived in the same house for decades and remains active, recalling events from her New York state girlhood. Her mind stays sharp, and she moves about unaided except for occasional joy rides in an automobile with no speed limits.
Warren police arrest Oscar Johnson D W Murphy and J Cage for automobile violations under new statute. City officials warn all auto owners to comply as enforcement expands with ongoing arrests planned through the week.
Samuel B. Putman a wealthy Cleveland dealer died after his heavy touring car crushed him as it slid from a bridge rail near Albion Massachusetts. His wife and son escaped with minor injuries while witnesses and neighbors could not move the vehicle until help arrived. The accident occurred on a slippery road while Putman rushed to visit relatives. Dr Peters of Albion pronounced him dead after efforts to revive him failed.
The fragment mentions Vitagraph and Western shows with Anderson and Tring, highlighting a circus picture and a standout performance, described as superior to rival offerings. Details are incomplete but indicate a film event with notable performers and reviews.
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