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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1926
Page
3
The Cory Evening Journal published daily except Sunday from West South Street Cory Pa with Colegrove as publisher Arthur Colegroves listed. It notes post office entry as second class mail matter and advertising rates by application.
A plea for rural beautification emerged at the Ontario Mork Association gathering in Tarot o. The discussion urged planting trees and flowers in farm districts and called for cleaner highway snack stands to improve scenery along tourist routes.
The piece argues that American bankers favor fascist style rule as a form of business reorganizations. It likens Mussolini’s regime to bankruptcy receiverships where a now-powerful receiver restructures a failing entity. It notes the public distrust of receiverships and questions permanent control by such management.
If much criticism holds, the suggested prohibition emblem combines a camel butt with a crab. The remark reflects satirical discourse on prohibition symbolism and public sentiment.
A long Journal Files item notes the marriage of Miss Alice Roose velt to Nicholas Langworth at the White House. The High School juniors hosted a successful reception for seniors and faculty at the Parish House. John Match Jr and Miss Edith Shelley wed at the Padmore residence with Rev. John Gillette presiding. Fire Chief Fred Wenger was surprised by 4% callers on Liberty Street. Sherman basketball fans visited with rumors of a game against Corry Light at Gaston’s Hall, which management denied. Attorney Fred W. Gail of Stillwater visits his mother on East Main Street. Miss Bessie Clarks, from Corry, was in a fire that destroyed a Brooklyn carding house. she escaped with a fireman’s help.
A Monday night snowstorm left drifts on Columbus Avenue blocking traffic and stalling vehicles. City street department action was taken with temporary openings planned, but work lagged and conditions persisted, affecting a physician returning from a call and several other cars stranded. Local reports call for immediate road clearance at recurring problem points.
An old story cited by a well known author recounts a railway freight agent writing to a customer about a shipment of Camembert cheese held for three days. The note warned that if no one called for the delivery immediately, action would be taken.
Members of ye iin Guid gathered at the home of Mrs. PE Mavis on North Cayter street for a regular session. An elaborate tureesigner was served at 6:30 and enjoyed by thirty members. Wy Guild Bridge featured the evening’s entertainment with M Wallage Young and Mu Terrill receiving awards. The event planned to raise funds to pay their church pledge.
A fragmented notice describes a sale item labeled honey and huckwheat priced at $1.00 with a mention of Arthur's Mill RoW D7 6123. The readable text implies a local business sale or price listing with product and location cues.
The Moose lodge plans a general meeting Friday evening at 8 o'clock in the Municipal hall to finalize organization in Corry. Organizers report 40 to 60 charter members may join, with representatives to arrive Friday to complete the arrangements and establish local headquarters.
A Catholic Daughters of America card party at the Knights of Columbus hall drew about fifty attendees. Prizes went to Miss Anna Shiels Mrs Sabin Marks Mill Walker Timothy Miehin and John Slattery. After the games Mrs P G Wood and her committee served tea coffee and delicacies. This was the last prior to Lent season and the event was enjoyed by all.
Plans by Sprig Peek teachers for a box social at Community Hall Thursday evening. Ladies asked to bring lunch for two and men urged to attend. Proceeds to fund a piano for the school. Capacity crowd hoped.
Adjutant General Heary announces brigadier generals reassigned within the Pennsylvania National Guard. Elmon moves from infantry brigade to command the 92nd cavalry brigade, while General Shannon becomes commander of the infantry division, succeeding John P. Wool who retires. Colonel Robert M Bronkfeld succeeds Shannon as brigadier general with approval from Governor Pinchos.
The American Window Glass company plant in Kane resumes operations today after a pause. About 270 men are expected back at the facility, with most workers returning to their usual shifts and pay pending details of the restart. The company plans a gradual return, aiming to steady production and support local business activity.
Fragrant antiseptic healing cream promises quick, measurable relief from head colds and nasal congestion. The ad touts easy application in the nostrils to soothe inflamed membranes and relieve symptoms instantly. It emphasizes fast action and home use with drugstore availability.
A fragmentary item discusses a Dutch remedy for bladder troubles with claims of rapid relief. It mentions money costs and claims high efficacy, noting a product sold in stores and marketed as a universal cure.
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