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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1917
Page
2
A child’s father from Chambersburg endorses external treatment for colds using VapoRub. He cites rapid relief for chest congestion and nasal cold, noting it is especially suitable for children as it avoids upsetting digestion. He recounts repeated applications from a home remedy lineage and promotes VapoRub’s quick action and absorption.
The British passenger steamer California of the Anchor Line, en route from New York to Glasgow, was torpedoed off the Irish coast on a Wednesday morning and sank in under a minute. Five killed and twenty six rescued as lifeboats were launched. survivors reached London later that day.
A wartime report estimates German submarines could destroy thousands of ships and millions of tons of merchant tonnage within months. Projections warn at current rates it would take years to reduce global tonnage by the same amount, with Lloyds and other authorities noting sharp declines in world shipping during 1916.
A historic note lauds Count von Bernstorff for sustaining cordial U S Germany ties amid tensions. The letter credits his restraint and discreet conduct with averting broader conflict and urges continued humane stance by both nations. It also covers reactions to national service debates and President Wilson’s stance on universal training.
The article argues the president objects to attacks on national guardianship and praises agricultural growth in the United States. It notes farm product values rising from under 4.9 billion in 1880 to about 19.5 billion last year, with profits for farmers increasing despite higher production costs. It calls for perseverance and cautions against sensationalism while urging Britain to support naval power.
An advertisement correction promotes a vegetable remedy for liver stomach kidney and bowel issues. It claims to ease constipation dyspepsia headaches rheumatism and related ailments, praising a Durham Drug Store Corry Pennsylvania outlet and a testimonial about 40 years of use.
John Piche reportedly committed suicide yesterday morning in the second story of the new Salamanca Federal Building at Atlantic and Chestnut streets. Foreman Guthrie found him. a later account notes police and coroner Bourne certified death as self-inflicted. A drugstore visit prior and an empty poison package found nearby are mentioned in the report.
An old style medical advertisement promotes Cascarets as a remedy to keep liver and bowels regular. It touts a 10 cent price and promises relief from constipation indigestion headaches and nervousness with a gentle internal cleanse. The copy emphasizes health happiness and lasting relief for months.
A Titusville couple sues the Pennsylvania Company over a personal incident in which the wife claims injuries and a loss of use. They seek damages of 4000 dollars, including 1000 dollars for the husband, and allege harm from an event in 1870s era Pennsylvania. The complaint names attorneys and specifies the claim as a civil action in the state.
Falconer scene of a fatal kitchen fire staining the night. Martha Hunt, 86, living alone near Frewaburg south of town, was found burned to death as neighbors extinguished flames. Efforts focused on rescuers entering smoke filled kitchen. investigators suspect clothes catching fire or a heart failure as causes.
A fragmentary historical OCR snippet mentions planes, fences, inquiries, and timber with scattered names and numbers. The legible elements suggest a rural notices vibe, possibly a land, farm, or property related brief, but essential details are incomplete.
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