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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1914
Page
3
A worker cutting frozen pipes with a Hine torch caused an explosion. Burns scattered on his face and hands as bystanders rolled him in snow and extinguished the flames. He was taken home on South Cottage Street and will be off duty for several days.
Erie February report says Judge Walling president of Erie county will give a toast at the Pittsburgh Lodge of Elks banquet honoring the grand exalted ruler and lodge officials. Judge Frazier of Allegheny county, also a candidate for Supreme Court judge, will respond. Delegations from Corry and Meadville Elks will attend.
An advertisement touts San Cura Ointment as drawing out poisons from cuts burns and bruises and curing skin ailments. It claims rapid relief and healing, plus a money back plan, with prices listed at 25 and 60 cents and a San Cura Soap for skin care and infant health.
An old advertisement promotes Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy claiming it darkens gray hair within days, restoring a youthful, lustrous look. It urges purchasing a 50 cent bottle at drug stores and promises no telltale signs of treatment.
Lincoln's birthday was celebrated in Columbus schools with patriotic exercises attended by Com rades Margin Caster Wick Merrick Heatley Baker of Post 70 and others from the Woman's Belief Corps of Corry. Programs across grades impressed, the orchestra performed well, and reverence was shown for the Civil War enlistments and flag talks. The event honored Miss Carrier and Job Dean, with plans to place a portrait in the old school room.
Nine Feb 19 Erie fire department battled a second floor blaze at 1724 Parade Street, preventing spread to adjoining buildings. A two story structure housing Mrs Roy Fielder's confectionary, owned by M C Dental of Conneaut Ohio, suffered 2500 in loss. Fire fought in intense cold, walls chopped to reach flames between ceilings and walls. Occupants escaped unharmed. Cause undetermined, defective wiring blamed.
A vintage ad urges mothers to use California Syrup of Pigs for a teething child’s stomach and bowel troubles. It claims gentle cleansing, relief from feverish, pale, peevish behavior, and a quick return to health within hours. The dose bottle is offered in a 5 cent size, with warnings to avoid counterfeit replicas and to insist on the genuine California Pig Syrup Company product.
Corry Transfer Co Ged Carmrike is named manager in charge of general drayage and household goods moving. The firm promotes specialized moving with a focus on prompt service and reliable office support. Local ads highlight phone contact for scheduling and inquiries.
Made to Show We wish to announce to our patrons and friends that our 1814 samples of foreign and domestic mail paper have arrived and we gladly show them in your home at your convenience. A postal or telephone call will bring them to you. Please consider having your decorating done early. Manley and Bingham Painting and Decoration assure quality with policy.
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