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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1910
Page
2
The piece cites advertising rates and mentions Hostmaster General Hlieheoel reporting on parcels post and private express abuses. It notes calls to reform to prevent robbery by express monopolies and references a Parliament opening with a lengthy message. It reflects political debate and public concern over transportation and communications costs.
President Taft sent to the Senate the nominations of Edward Dovsing White as chief justice and Joseph Rucker Lemar of Georgia and Willis Van DeVruter of Wyoming as associate justices. Mardi Ayazon of New York named head of the new commerce court. Also notes the death of William Barry in Allegheny, with details of his career and survivors.
A brawl erupted near Worthington Street as four to five men clashed with a native American who drew a razor. Two blows were exchanged and the assailant withdrew after the scuffle. No arrests were made. Notices for the fifth annual convention of county road supervisors to be held next Thursday December 16 were circulated by county commissioners. All supervisors with solicitors and clerks are invited to attend and receive compensation. The program includes discussions on legislation, taxation, and highway improvements, with officials such as Hon. L Wilcox and state and railroad engineers scheduled to speak.
The water department reports a net profit of about 82000 for the year with projections near 82000, surpassing municipal ownership expectations. Surplus at end of November stands at 12449. first bonds not due until 1929.
Fire at Tammany Hall in New York caused extensive damage this morning. The blaze reportedly wiped out the organization's records along with substantial losses in the building.
Administrators sale of the effects of the Corry Upholater Inc went on this afternoon at the premises. The finest line of pictures and framed art were attested by the administrator M A Riley and the Burk-Lerry art shop. Personal items were disposed of promptly.
Adiho the trade bn reports brisk shopping at stores as the holiday rush began Saturday with active crowds and bustling purchases. Merchants note varied goods and early buying, while lists show limited early discounts and specials ahead of the key shopping week.
W. T. Spear of Bellefonte Virginia died last evening at the Corry Cancer Sunstorium from a paralytic stroke following treatment for carcinoma of the face. He was 83 and had been active in local business affairs. survived by wife, two sons, and one daughter. Remains to Bellefonte for interment. funeral details note a costly fire incident during hospital care.
An alarm triggered yesterday afternoon in Iron Box area. The fire crew noted a small blaze with a blue flame and a faint initial spark. No injuries reported, cause under investigation by local authorities.
A fragmented advertisement notes the prevalence of both good and bad among people and promotes a local shop, W. A. Steen Gent's Puetador at 24 W. Main St., urging readers to mention the Journal when purchasing.
Hundreds of XMAS handkerchiefs with 50 patterns for ladies and 2 gentlemen, hosiery and children's sets, pure linen options, dress fabrics in navy brown gray greens and black, new silks and batistes, cloaks and wool coats for all ages, table linens and napkins, special bargains and low prices throughout the store.
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