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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1916
Page
2
A Chicago banquet honoring the Archbishop exposed a poisoning of 296 guests with soup. Investigators say a deadly poison was deliberately added to the broth but the plan failed as more guests fell short. Police reveal a broader plot to destroy buildings and kill clergy across a dozen cities, tied to intolerance and extremist press.
The article discusses local resistance to liquor licenses, noting that public sentiment should guide court decisions. It recalls Judge Prather granting Crawford county licenses previously, while temperance organizers now push evaluations to reflect a majority view. It argues against eroding judicial integrity by bending to perceived popular will.
One hundred dollars offered for any case of catarrh not cured by Catarrh Cure. Cheney & Co Tulsa Oregon advertise a cure with testimonials and a family pill claimed to ease constipation. Promises quick relief and a faithful remedy from trusted sellers, urging purchases.
Miss Barton of the Stinpyon My By Church of Rel, Pa, will present the story The Lot Word by W Vanderky with Rev. Chas Sheldon reading In His Steps. The event, part of a Sunday night program, includes special music and elocution instruction, with no money making intent. Pastor Baker endorses the revival style reading.
Erie County faces a heated temperance battle as residents urge immediate action to oppose liquor. The editorial calls for every candidate to take a clear anti liquor stance, noting past fights in Venango Crawford and neighboring counties and warnings of industry profits harming national defense.
The piece notes a keynote speech at the New York Republican convention praising Root and signaling his candidacy potential While acknowledging Root is grown older at 71 it argues that past presidents aged 68 to 65 failed to prove presidential fitness It cites historical examples showing age alone did not guarantee strong leadership and asserts voters would favor Root over Roosevelt in the current boom
In Crawford county the Mondvilla Melonger comments on regional press attitudes, noting only three papers nationwide have opposed the Inquirer. The statement reflects tensions with the Uquer administration and local media dynamics shaping public opinion.
A fragment suggests locals avoided taking a stand against the rum trade due to concerns for the community. The text implies a reluctance to openly oppose saloon influence despite moral stakes and local sentiment.
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