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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1923
Page
3
The Corry Evening Journal is published daily except Sunday at West South Street Corry Pa. Arthur Colegrove is the editor. Entered at the Post Office of Corry Pa as second class mail matter. By mail 45 00 per year by carrier three cents per copy fifteen cents per week. Rates and facts available upon application.
A fragmented discussion of rising violent crime, urging repeal of obsolete laws and reform of judicial procedures. The piece cites misrule by organizations like the Ku Klux Klan, calls for stricter enforcement, and predicts changes in state legislatures and justice systems to address the era's fear and perceived impunity.
The piece laments a trend among youth toward four hour workdays and white collar prestige while praising technological progress from steamships to the transcontinental railroad. It notes historic shifts from stagecoaches to rail and telegraph, urging a focus on service and honest labor over job status, with references to early 20th century debate. The tone mirrors a period editorial on labor and modernization.
A dated ad style piece promotes Beecham's Pills as a remedy for sleep difficulties caused by stomach or liver issues. It claims pills soothe an uneasy stomach aid digestion and promote natural elimination for restful sleep. Available at all druggists for 25 and 50 cents.
Word arrived this morning that John Mitchel and Clara Main, both of Cory, were married on August 27 at the First Methodist Church parsonage in Mayville NY. Rev Whipper officiated. After a brief shore trip the couple will reside on West Tiund Street.
The text shows garbled, partial notes likely from a late 19th or early 20th century local page. It mentions fashion items like trousers and shirts, school terms, harvests, and odd phrases about weather and children. Names, dates, or clear events are absent or unreadable.
We, the family of Mather, thank all who offered kindness during his illness and death. Special gratitude to R J Harlan and to those who assisted with flowers and support from Raymond Mfg Co.
A fragmented 1908 era item notes preparations for a wedding event at the Congregational church and local social functions. It mentions interviews, interior work like pews and carpets, and attendees from Loieview sections. References to Mrs Charles Keim and others appear amid scattered details and ads.
DipaTzZ announces candidacy for Erie County Treasurer subject to Republican primaries. Candidate Rollo McGray from Mount Waterfop Erie Gn pays filing and campaign fees.
An elderly Gerry resident died in a highway crash near Wohlodt Wey. The driver lost control, careened into the roadway, and the woman, identified as Kilfiarn, was fatally injured. Emergency responders rushed to the scene but she did not survive. Investigators are surveying the wreck and other injured parties, with no further details available at this time.
Erie police report a truckload of beer confiscated early yesterday morning. Agent Dy WF Runilienll of We Tew qaabiithon silie led the operation. The incident involved unusual phrasing and unclear details, but authorities noted a connection to a local whiskey and cedar brand named Wad cediarnd. The event occurred near Glib Ville with several witnesses including Rufio and Harry Hemyitan.
In Jamestown a string of drunken driving cases led to jail time and fines. Avie 251 s dil d Word lay yesterday far drinken driven Wwe teal judge Dirge i City ene Albeert Tarawetorlt faced penalties. one man received 180 days in jail and fines, another 15 dollars was noted, and a later defendant was sent to jail for fifteen days. The report notes vehicles, charges, and the court actions taken against multiple drivers.
Decorative cretonnes priced 35c to 1.50 yard and large exotically colored parrots amid flow ering trees. Huge roses in scarlet on light or dark backgrounds with foliage. Wall paper patterns with wee trailing flowers. Center 1 issue to see our wall papers before decorating. Patterns, textures, high quality clean paper stock tested for hanging. fall decorating needs urged.
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