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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1911
Page
8
A garish catalog style advertisement touts mid-summer discounts on cadet hose undergarments linen socks and towels. It highlights Pictorial Review patterns underskirts washcloths Turkish towels pongee coats kimonas silk lisle hosiery trimmed hats quilts tailored suits and dresses with bold price cuts and limited stock. The piece resembles a classified sale page with numerous items and sale prices presented in quick succession.
A passenger ejected from a Spokane bound train after a toothache worsened during the trip led to a lawsuit against the railroad company. The man, Larson, tried to pay the fare with a twenty dollar gold coin that conductor Stedman rejected as counterfeit. With $8.18 in silver and no fare, the train stopped, and he was ejected. He walked fourteen hours to reach a station, where the toothache intensified, swelling and baffling friends.
Philadelphia reports the Baldwin Locomotive Works strike ending after the executive committee declared a settlement. About 12 000 workers involved. estimates suggest roughly 2 000 000 in total impact. The halt followed groan of labor unrest and wage concerns.
An old advertisement promotes The Economy Vacuum Washer claiming vacuum operation without wheels or crank. It says it cleans in 10 to 20 minutes, can be used in any boiler, and promises easy work with external directions followed. Price guarantee offered to customers via Brigham Hardware Store.
The notice advertises a $10 to $50 loan with weekly or monthly payments and claims a special agent will visit to deliver the money. It urges readers in need of funds to respond promptly.
National League standings show New York Chicago Pittsburg Philadelphia Cincinnati Brooklyn and St Louis with varied game counts and scores. Eastern League standings list Rochester Toronto Newark Jersey City Buffalo Providence and Montreal with mixed game outcomes and batter lists, including notable pitchers and batters such as Harmon Woolshikre Tandertaith and Duss.
The New York Telegraph reports drummer Samuel Johnson has retired from the President's Own after 33 years of service. He joined in 1804 and will pursue other interests, marking a long career that followed earlier drum duty by Tolon. The article notes enduring musical ties and historical shifts within the Marine Band.
Word from the West notes Dickinson asserts Western Republican papers generally support President Taft in vetoing the tariff bill. He lists meetings and dinners in Boston and Lovell, with Taft attending sessions in Virginia and at Coolidge Point as he weighs his position and invites Taft to address bar association gatherings.
A farmer near Lake Shore police arrested, accused of removing spikes from rails as a fast passenger train approached. Captain Calling said the man aimed to derail the Lake Shore service near here to gain reward. The suspect, Christian Weniod, denies the act and claims it was a ruse. authorities continue investigation.
Mary Ward seeks divorce from aviator Jomon Ward in AUR with claims tied to a May 20 1994 incident at an international aviation meet. Court records indicate Ward allegedly obtained nine favors from Ward and the pair’s marriage appears strained amid aviation society tensions.
An advertisement offers the home piano tuner service by H. Burkhardt of Burkhardt's Art Shop at 128 N Center Street. The deal promises a money back refund if the work is unsatisfactory and lists a price of 2.50 dollars including meticulous cleaning. Bell shows 210F.
Anson C Greenlee and Dr. Sophia E Greenlee operate in Alas Building Offices Room 2 with hours from 8 40 to 11 30 am and 5 pm. Other hours by appointment. Residence at 2068 Maple Ave. Onion phone 140. Members of a ee.
The Corry and Columbus Street Railway issues a July 1918 timetable with multiple routes and times for Columbus and Corry lines. Details include morning and evening departures, connections to Penns Myers Booth, and Sunday service notes with varying p m and a m slots.
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