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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1922
Page
3
The Corry Evening Journal lists daily publication details and ad rates. It presents a lengthy editorial barrage on the soldier bonus issue, debating funding through taxes and opposing broad tax burdens, with references to Harding Lincoln and other political figures.
A compact profile of George Washington highlighting his athletic build, leadership, and thrifty, democratic character. It notes his frontier upbringing, early work as a surveyor, and hardships from winter wilderness to Valley Forge, emphasizing his decisive role in American independence and the lessons his youth offers to the young. February 22 marks the birth anniversary, celebrated as the father of the country.
Feb 2 charged with assault with intent to murder Mino Garrett a Black man who appeared before Judge Rositer at the February criminal court. Garrett allegedly fired five shots at Enos Burke on Sept 14 1921 at 602 Otto street Wasleyville, endangering Burke’s life.
An old advertisement touts Pepto Mangan as a blood builder to combat influenza and weakness. It claims the tonic strengthens blood, boosts immunity, and is endorsed by physicians, with liquid or tablet forms available and no medicinal difference claimed.
The fragment recounts Washington’s hospitality at Mount Vernon with notes on wine presents, visits from foreigners and Congress members, and placeholders about his personal views. It references 18th and 20th century mentions, noting his humane writings and editor alterations to his drafts.
Tub 22 The Playd correspondent reports Joby Reed was mistaken for a burglar and shot through the right arm by Cole May. Reed, recovering, had been attempting to reach a neighbor’s home. May fired after door opening, believing a break in. The bullet pierced the upper arm muscle. Reed’s condition described as not fractured. Daylight Saving timing discussed by Park Director Kinney and railroad official, noting a proposal to set the clock for a spring shift and detailing opponents’ arguments.
Nine people, five men and four women, were brought into court on charges under the prohibition enforcement act amid a Falconer raid. The latest operation, extending to nine arrests, followed an earlier Monday arrest as authorities vowed stricter enforcement. Local taxi service King’s Taxi Lane appears in the witness notes.
Kane Summit hospital last night treated a 12 year old boy for injuries from a coasting accident near his home. He struck a post after riding down a steep hill and was operated on by Dr E Wogan, now in critical but uncertain condition. Also appears an old classified note offers a 125 acre farm for rent with terms and references.
The report details a boxing match in Jamestown where Jim Corbett delivered a knockout against a Buffalo scrapper. The bout, staged at the Lysio Theatre, featured crowd action as Corbett dominated with early punches and a decisive finish in the later rounds.
Josie A Keedy reports severe backache eased by Dr Pierce’s Anurie from Invalids' Hotel, Buffalo. The ad claims the remedy, sold by druggists, cured misery and congestion and improved health after use. A testimonial urges readers to write for medical information and assures strong results.
A fragmented notice from Indiana SiloCo touts guaranteed prices for early buyers and discounts. Mentions Luke Py Glan and Jamey Drike with unclear references to Oregon fir or red wood and a possible preference for offal prey time.
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