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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1911
Page
8
A late edition sale ad touts deep discounts across blankets, suits, millinery, and textiles. Highlights include $39 suits reduced to 11.95, 25 percent off winter wear, 59 cent embroideries, 25 cent kimonas, 5 cent handkerchiefs, and 10 cent percale patterns. Numerous items emphasize quick closeouts and quick sale pace.
London reports a brutal boxing bout at Olympia where Sam Langford from Boston edged Bill Lang of Australia to win a $17,900 purse. Langford dominated early and late rounds with decisive blows, while Lang, though taller, struggled to match the Boston fighter’s speed and skill. The crowd neared 8,000 as Corri’s verdict favored Langford.
A party of six slid 25 feet into a bank near West Liberty. Two women Mamie Gregory and Annie McDonald were severely injured while four men including the chauffeur escaped. The overturned car pinned the women underwater until rescued by a streetcar motorman.
CITY HACK reports proprietor Jackson showcases near perfect train service to Union Depot, promising fast transfers and strong phones. Sweet 1911 promotions feature 2001 confectionery, encouraging purchases of paleoned candy and caramels with a light, humorous local tone.
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