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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1913
Page
3
A crowded page lists coupons and sales from city and vicinity. Advertisements promote furniture, cosmetics, cough remedies, and winter coats, with several notices about bank charter discussions and a school smoking crackdown pending. The piece also mentions a funeral, engine delays, and a dry town remark from Corry, painting a snapshot of work and commerce in the era.
An old time advertisement touts cascarots and cleansing formulas to settle bilious bowels and liver. It claims quick action overnight with non gripping effect, promising relief from headaches and indigestion for adults and children alike. It urges regular use to prevent discomfort from digestion and constipation.
An OCR fragment advertises a hardware company sale with a vacuum offer. The readable text mentions a price of seven dollars and twenty five cents for ten dollars value, a date in February, and a hardware retailer. No full details or clear names are available from the fragment.
A brief report notes a Progressive meeting Tuesday evening. Steven Bemus of Brocton was brought to Corry hospital after being struck by a train inspector. He was operated on by Dr. Bennett. A railroad worker in Treklan section suffered a crushed foot after a rail failed. he was treated by Dr. Kibler.
The ad claims Papes Cold Compound cures colds and grippe quickly without fellow help. It promises relief from headache, stuffy nose, feverishness, sneezing, sore throat, and catarrhal symptoms when taken every two hours until symptoms end. It stresses safety, no quinine, and pleasant taste for home use.
The notice fragment advertises bargains at a Co operative Sale with references to Wright’s jeweler and local stores. It mentions a funeral, interment at Wright A1e, and various shop names. The text is garbled but conveys a sale promotion and community notices in Corry.
A French Catholic prayer book dated 1740 is traced through generations from Bridget Ballmat Mather in Paris to American descendants. The narrative recalls the French Revolution era, family flight aboard a ship, loss, and the book as a cherished relic. It highlights the mother’s prayers, the book’s role as a talisman, and its preservation by Aunt Bridget through years of hardship.
The Ipworth League of the M B church held an important meeting this evening with a good number of workers present. New proposals were discussed and church work is expected to see developments. The event included a social hour and expressions of appreciation for the pastor.
John Crowley aged 68, born in Ireland, died at his home on 276 West Frederick Street after a several weeks illness. He enlisted February 2 1861 in Company C 10th Pennsylvania Reserves, later served with Lyons Cavalry, mustered out December 2 1864. A member of Post 70, he leaves a wife, two daughters Mrs A Davis of Indianapolis and Miss Mayme Crowley of Canton Ohio, and a son John Crowley of Avontiere Pennsylvania. Arrangements have not yet been made.
A Newark NJ obituary reports the death of Mrs J B Hurd from an apoplectic stroke Friday. Survived by her husband and three daughters, she and husband long lived in Sony city. Service details note H A Gulgnon and relatives plan Newark attendance.
A garbled OCR style note mentions a new remedy for throat and lung irritation. It references a product or discovery named Dr Kings Newiscovery and hints at relief from coughing and throat issues.
The Presbyterian Sabbath School class led by Miss Helle Lambing held a banquet and social at the teacher's home. The two sections competed in a Bee contest, scoring points by answering questions. the losers hosted the winners. Decorations matched a Valentine theme. one highlight involved a street-name quiz for Gor Hy residents. The girls, including Ruth Smittly, Arulin Drought, and others, form a lively group frequently hosting social events.
The Moran case brought by Bell Foster against Jason Smith and other city officials stalled as Morgan did not appear and Foster argued for a continuance, but the magistrate refused the request. The proceeding faced disruption as witnesses were subpoenaed and taken away from their duties, with strong disagreement over the next steps and no adjournment granted.
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