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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1912
Page
4
Fifty boxes of linen finished papers regular 25 to 85 cents priced at 18 cents. Some 50 cent papers offer 29 cents. A limited run of initial stationery at 10 cents and initial tablet paper at 18 cents. Early buyers urged before the sale closes.
Spring sample notice announces ready tailoring services in the city. Prices start at $15 and up for made to measure garments. Located at 113% North Center Street under F. I. Sparling.
A clemancy loan ad promises easy weekly payments from a lender who will contact the borrower to arrange funds. The notice hints at straightforward repayment terms but is written with garbled phrasing, making the exact conditions unclear. Individuals are urged to respond for access to money.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast remedy for indigestion and dyspepsia. It claims quick relief from bloating belching heartburn and nausea, promising that meals will taste good again and the stomach stays clean and comfortable.
Graceful orchid flowers and high fragrance describe the Loveliest Sweet Peas. The ad promotes eight packets for 25 cents, ten orchid packets for 50 cents, plus a free extra Spencer Sweet Pea with early March orders. Address Edgar Higgins Avoca NY for seeds. Senate confirms Herrick nominee for ambassador to France succeeding Robert Bacon.
Much interest surrounds the Chestnut Tree Blight Conference set for February 20-21 at the State Capitol in Harrisburg. Governors, Congress members, and state foresters announce delegations, aiming to address the blight threatening native chestnut trees, with statewide losses valued in tens of millions and nationwide implications for forest health.
A buyer’s guide compares Overland models with 20 to 25 HP engines, noting the Overland No 69’s greater power, and flags differences in crank shafts, center control, and transmission. It argues that Overlands use five bearing crank shafts, a reliable Packard-like transmission, splash lubrication, and a positive oiling system. Walter H. Merrick urges consulting specs, avoiding hot air, and choosing a reputable machine.
Morris Shepard withdraws from the United States Senate race in Texas triggering a shift in Democratic circles. Governor Campbell Baw decided to seek candidacy for the party as a result.
A local junk dealer identified as H Wells operates from 415 West Smith Street in Uy on Phon nit. The brief notice provides no further details about services, hours, or business status.
Bargains multiply across fabrics and home goods as an annual linen sale opens with widespread discounts. Items range from wool dress materials to silks, ginghams, flannelette, lace, kimonos, suiting, and ruffled waists, with prices slashed to as low as 4 to 50 cents. The vendor promotes new stock, coats, furs, neckpieces, and accessories, plus a premium program offering glassware, furniture, and other items, all under a green trading stamp system.
An advertisement lists several bleached table linens. single pieces at 25 cents and higher quality bundles up to 2.25 dollars. Descriptions emphasize warranted pure linen, wide widths, and varied patterns for home use.
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