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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1916
Page
5
The fragment notes advice on Onolomlat week targeting head stores. It mentions guidance for retailers and decisions affecting inventory and promotions. Readers should watch local notices for specific actions and dates.
The readable portion shows a brief score style line 21 to 20 and a mention of an event with minimal context. No identifiable persons teams or organizations are present to anchor a full summary.
Personal mentions list residents and guests visiting Erie and surrounding towns. Names include Miss Mildred Arters, Ben Starr, J. B. Abbott, C. S. Reynolds, Mrs Mary Whittelsey, C. R. Powell, Miss Provenice Bliss, Flynn of Corning, Mr and Mrs John King, CA Pam, Mrs Manley Walker, Pressley Shuss, Alwin Alverson, W. H. Drake, Miss Lizzie Kinley, Wallace Hammond, Mrs John Barry, Miss Morence Barry, Mrs Elizabeth Howard, Willian W. Howard, and Mrs Emmett Lucy. Also note Mrs Elizabeth Howard's serious illness and imminent death.
Word was received in the city shortly before noon that Michael O Day passed away at his home in Fiie after an illness of several days. He was fifty, a former railroad conductor, and is survived by wife and five children. He was a brother of Mrs Jacobs Freno Frank O Day and Daniel O Day of this city. He was well known here and had many friends saddened by his untimely death.
This evening at the First Methodist Church the Sunday school presents a special Christmas program starting at 7:30. Organized by the directors, the program features organ preludes, solos, dialogues, recitations, and a Santa visit.
Cor ry High School alumni plan holiday banquets on December 26 at several venues. Classes 1908 1909 meet at the Arcade while 1915 1916 gather at the St James Hotel and the Phoenix for yearend events. Ruth Auer hosts 1916 at East Congress Street. 1914 at Phoenix. most 1911 1912 members are away but hope to attend.
Mrs. Edward Presehamp of West Wayne street ties to the tone of her laughter while Mrs. Alonze Williams of Seiota displays birthstone rings priced from $2.00 and up in Wright's shop.
Patrick Dempsey died at Jamestown Hospital after several days illness. He had lived in the city recently and worked with Dempsey Brothers meat firm before moving to Sharon and then Jamestown. Survived by six children, sister Mrs. Walte Mair, and five brothers James, John, Durby, Thomas, and Dominick. Funeral at St. Thomas Church Sunday. burial in St. Thomas Cemetery.
Tonight the Sunday School classes of the Baptist church will present a formal program featuring vocal and instrumental selections and recitations. A large Christmas tree will be displayed and gifts will be distributed to children during the event.
Gingerole is said to stop all aches and pains almost instantly with 25 cent boxes widely sold in drug stores. Thousands seek it for neuralgia lumbago neuritis sore throat colds or burning feet corns or callouses. A 25 cent money back guarantee invites buyers ask for the original Gingerole.
Wert Lyon of Aneta North Dakota visits Columbus and Capsey to reconnect with old acquaintances. He planned to travel to Kansas to help Mrs Glise’s care as she remains ill. The town also notes relatives and a Cleveland student returning home for the holidays.
A raincoat found on a road near Barlow Marsh is awaiting owner attribution. Contact the finder to verify ownership and arrange return provisions.
An old sale blurb from M. J. Wessler & Co claims to set goals for the New Year with footwear and clothing offerings. The notice at No 10 South Center Street Corry urges readers to prepare for 1900 with boots shoes and slippers.
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