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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1940
Page
6
A dairy operator near Columbus reported twin calves born as relief loads moved through the district. Robert Catlin, head of a local bureau, announced weekly relief figures. activity declined in January but remained ahead of 1939.
The Erie harbor deepening project moves forward with the Great Lakes Dredges and Dock Co awarded a $102,890 contract to deepen a 1500 foot stretch north of the public dock to 20 feet. Work to start in favorable weather, part of a broader federal program costing over five hundred thousand dollars, with Pennsylvania Railroad planning about $100,000 for two dredging efforts at the one coal dock and grain slips.
John A. Erickson aged 95 died Sunday afternoon shortly after two at the home of Mrs. Charlotte M. Olds on Pred erick street. He was born November 21 1844 in Stockholm Sweden and after military service emigrated to America 79 years ago settling in Jamestown New York then Titusville and Corry. Survived by three daughters Nellioy Erickson Mrs Ernest Royer and Mrs Olds two grandchildren Grant Pettit and Margaret Olds. Funeral from Bracken Keating chapel Wednesday at 2 followed by burial in Pine Grove cemetery.
C W Britton manager of Britton Gaal Co and Wesleyville streets superintendent was seriously injured when struck by his own truck at 5 p m in a driveway Orrin Comstock driver backed from the roadway five Wesleyville residents were hurt in nearby accidents Britton 59 taken to Hemet hospital with a compound fracture of the right leg possible internal injuries and skull fracture Also mentions state taxes on soft drinks by National Consumers Commission.
An ad asserts Borsoma Tablets cleanse the kidneys and purify the blood by preventing waste buildup and excess acid. It promotes Thompson's Bor toma Tablets as a remedy for sluggish action and digestive discomfort, claiming they aid elimination and relieve distressing pains.
The Cathedral Trumpeteers share a stage with Clymer Central High School Band of Clymer on February 22. The Trumpeteers were named national champions in the first division at recent high school contests and have been heard on radio programs with Major Howes. Clymer’s band, led by Albert Manuel, has built a fine program and will present an attractive show at Clymer Thursday night.
Kane Feb 18 A break in an eight inch line near East Kane owned by Northern Pipe Company leaked oil into Wilson Run. Repairs completed. un estimated oil flow killed fish planted last fall. Bradford fish wardens William Christmas and A L Johnson stayed at the scene. Kaile Fish and Game Club stocked trout last fall. most likely wiped out.
Funeral rites for Arthur Casperson of 349 Spring Street were held at St Pauls Lutheran Church following a prayer service. Rev. Edward J. Wagner officiated with a quartet performing Abide With Me and In the Hour of Darkness. Interment was in Fine Grove Cemetery Mausoleum. Bearers included Rudolph Schofner and Charles Dahishand among others. Relatives and friends attended from Warren, Sunbury, Grand Valley, and South Dayton, N. Y.
An inquest is planned into the stabbing and robbery of Stamey Kopchak 55 of Granite Street who was slashed and stabbed Sunday night near Grant and Pine streets. He died hours after at Franklin hospital, with authorities seeking two young suspects believed to have attacked him possibly for revenge. Police, Dr. Blanchard and Kopchak's parents will testify.
James Russell, 88, secretary treasurer of Harper and Russell Company, died at 11 a m Sunday in Crile Clinic Cleveland following an operation. He lived at 1061 West 12th Street and had been under observation since January 30. Members of his family and several Erie-area acquaintances are listed as mourners.
Frank Grice advertises furniture repair and refinishing services under the category Furnishings and Repairs. The notice provides a contact phone, 30 624, and promotes voice and service options for household items. Local shop listing-style item highlighting skilled craft work.
Pittsburgh market report notes demand moderation and steady wholesale produce pricing. Listings show prices for apples, cabbage, lettuce, onions, potatoes, and other fresh goods across New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia markets with regional variations and packing weights.
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