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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1910
Page
2
A collage of editorial notes and captions from Youngstown Vindicator and other papers discusses foreign advertising, branching in principal cities, population growth, and food production trends. It contrasts price claims with supply demand regulation and urges bold action in sports and criticism, including a buzzer note on city life.
The Interstate Commerce Commission reduced Pullman car rates effective January 20 1914. Lower berth fare set at 4.41 dollars and 1.60 for roomette, affecting major lines including New York to Chicago and Milwaukee. The ruling promises substantial annual passenger savings and bars earlier proposed freight-rate increases through 1911.
The article notes Thursday December 2241 may be the year's shortest day with daylight shifting as days begin to lengthen. It discusses sun rise and set times, weather bureau forecasts, and the subtle changes in daylight that will not be noticeable for about a month.
The program features In the Wilderness and On the Mexican Border, billed as the year’s top offerings. A lively host introduces striking scenes, promising an exciting and interesting evening for five cents.
Attorneys Gary and Blaine Rin ald accompanied by witnesses faced Alpha Haman in a case to recover damages from Damon. The proceeding involved allegations of mistreatment of Damon, with hearings and bond outcomes noted as part of a broader spring creek residency dispute. The suit seeks damages and moves toward Brig county courts.
In Tamestown, N Y, Mrs Mary Miller's residence burned early yesterday destroying four rooms. The blaze exposed a corpse found after flames died down. Mrs Miller, about 80, lived alone in a small cottage with no known relatives and sustained about $1000 in losses.
Corry and neighboring Third Class cities debate adoption of a commission form at Harrisburg meeting. Delegates vote to back a legislative study and consider amendments under 1909 constitutional changes. Corry delegation returns home after voting against the proposed commission plan.
A Pittsburgh meeting of canal promoters discussed multiple routes to build a ship canal linking Lake Erie with the Susquehanna area. The Allegheny River route toward Franklin and Kirksville was favored for remaining within Pennsylvania and for its potential as a pure state project.
Charles Craker was thrown from a driven rig when a horse pulling an express wagon belonging to Abe Adams Express Co. bolted from the Corry Pur and Hide Co. yard about six o clock. He clung to the sleds to control the animal and managed to stop it despite a severe fall.
Reported rush at the benefit sale as patrons hurry through the large stock. Prices are claimed to be unbeatable this winter, with many items selling out fast. Crowd movements show people leaving unsatisfied after delays, while organizers urge quicker purchases and earlier attendance.
A garbled OCR note describes a player sustaining two torn ligaments and requiring medical modification or treatment. The text mentions degraded phrases but indicates a serious knee or joint injury needing urgent care. Unable to identify names or exact event from the fragment.
The store advertises hundreds of Christmas handkerchiefs with 50 patterns priced from one cent to two dollars per dozen, plus children's and gentlemen's sets. It highlights new dress fabrics, silks, cloaks, and table linens with wide price ranges and special bargains, urging shoppers to visit for gifts and fabrics.
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