Advertising Fakir Abroad Preys on Local Businesses
A fraudulent promoter uses fake letters and false pretexts to place an advertising card in Olive Lighters displays. He targets the Palm restaurant and other firms, claiming friends of the owner will buy space, then leaves with nothing when confronted by the proprietors and local officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ems Olay
Yhetinn
Hk Kot—rluhgiloke
Schoio
Chemin
Palm Restaurant
Mr. Cheeon
Guignon
W. Eds Mary
Gutenon
Jeter
Mtr
Marsh
Keutlonian
HYOMEL Promoted as Cure for Catarrh by Ames & Co
An advertisement touts HYOMEL as a universal cure for catarrh, coughs, colds, bronchitis, and sore throat. It claims quick relief with inhalation, sells a complete outfit for $1, and $0.50 for four bottles, with a money back claim if not cured. It also promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy from Cheney & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I Ames & Co
Ames & Cot
Corry Floral Co Seeks Christmas Season Orders
The Corry Floral Co invites customers to place orders for Christmas items including holly, wreaths, and various plants. They promote stocking Carnabond and Royos and urge patrons to call Bell phone for arrangements and delivery.
Local Visitors and Travels Highlight Kane News
Erie visitors include John T. Brew and Miss Catherine Lyons in town. Capt Conover in the city on business with P. R. R. Agent TA Roberts and J J Desmond made business trips to Kane and New York City. Mrs C H Johnson and Miss Mayme Milheir spent the day in Bear Lake and nearby friends. Dr Rich traveled to Jamestown for professional work. Ananke Fopper of Petroleum Center guest of Mrs Blimbett Rugby. Mayme Thompson of Spar Hunshré visited the city. Howard Loveland and Sidney Hi jou return from State College for Christmas. Milon Brown and Willard Lindsey also back for holidays. Mrs John D Farrel and children returned home after visiting Corry. Ralph Dean arrives with Nu-Fone machinery. Carl Dean employed at the Corry factory. local interest in the new venture noted.
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John T. Brew
Erie
Catherine Lyons
James
Capt. Conover
P. RR
TA. Roberts
Kane
C. H. Johnson
Bear Lake
J. J. Desmond
New York City
R. W. Webb
Spartansburg
Rich
Jamestown
N.Y
Leo Brana
Mise Mayme Milheir
Brie
Anke Fopper
Petroleum Center
Blimbett Rugby
Mayme (Thompson
Sparhunshré
Howard Loveland
Sidney Hi Jou
State College
Milon Brown
Williard Lindsey
John D. Farrel
Corry
Ruimed Hone
Young widow seeks $5000 in wrongful death suit
In Canan Pleas court Judge Walling presides over Mary Boss versus Burke Woodale Company. The 20 year old widow seeks 5000 for her husband’s wreath death alleged from exposure to electrical danger while unveling a grave. Company denies carelessness and causation. The case continues next session.
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Walling An
Canan
Irs
Mary Boss
Burke Wmeodle Company
To Ty
Imi
Hoss
Contac
Whdow
Avery Pherry Rownuniun
Mer Withowses
Inday
Elk's Charity Ball Invitations Sought for 1911
Notice invites all parties planning to send invitations to out of town friends for the Elk's Charity Ball on January 2, 1911. Individuals should send names and addresses to LP Bliss at 10115.
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Bliss
Bazaar and bake sale by Ladies of the U B church
The Ladies of the U B church hold a bazaar and baking sale with homemade candy. Event takes place on December 17 in the Varian building on the second floor above the waiting room.
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U. B
Vrauion Building
Christmas Tree Delivery Ad At Mish and Sweet’s
Christmas trees offered at low prices with orders to be left at Mish and Sweet’s grocery on Main street. Contact via Bell phone 196 R for deliveries and pickup. names Zor aidrens, Chas, P. Scladell, R. D. 1 Corry, Qath listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christians Tees
Mish & Sweet
BE. Main Street
Bell
R. Zor Aidrens
Chas
P. Scladell
R. D
Corry
Painted China and Fancy Work Sale to Begin December
Mrs George Keefe will display and sell painted china and fancy work starting December at her rooms 491% tat avenue Barnes Block. The note mentions domestic science and a cook joke about necessity to invention.
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George Keefe
Barnes Block
Hobble Skirt Bankrupts London Manufacturer
Hoctor testified in London bankruptcy court that Hobble skirts ruined his petticoat business. He said women wore them less and discarded petticoats, leading to the collapse of his thriving ironed van product line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Hiv
Post Office Urges Mailbox Facilities For Corry Residents
The Corry Pennsylvania post office directs patrons to use conveniently accessible mail receptacles and sturdy doors to speed delivery. The letter notes city carriers benefit from faster routes and earlier deliveries, reducing missed deliveries and house calls by residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office Department
Pat- Hope
Local Sale Promo Teaser Promises Free Gift with Purchase
A shop advertises a promotion offering a free item with every $2.50 sale. The text notes customers will receive one free gift per purchase.
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Cirlile SC
Runeh
Domentle
Smooth Rascal
Ames and Co
Tim
W.J. Cheney
Cheney & CO
Toledo
Drugelats
Haile Family
Tor Conutt
The
Corry Floral Co
Corry H. S
Oil City H. S
State Armory
B. W. Stennett
Harlow Hardware Company
Winetow
Ws. Luyden
Union City
Mrs. Roach
Warren
Common Pleas
Inventon
United States Post Office
Corry, PA
J. Austin
Cohen’s Dep’t Store
Noething
Mer
Cohen
Rei
Ory
Prese
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