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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1911
Page
2
The passage critiques Lorimer's defense of his election, labeling it evasive and self serving. It argues his speech avoids explaining bribery allegations and portrays him as a crafty politician. It questions the credibility of his stance and notes broader media reaction and related notices.
Corry High School defeated Allegheny Preparatory School 25 to 12 in a fast city game. Corry showed strong passing and shooting led by Cowles and Wood, while Allegheny's Watson Dora fought hard but struggled to score. The Prep lineup included Jourdet Lyons Doran and Allshouse with high effort, and Corry earned praise as their best team in years.
Police uncover an interstate shoplifting gang operating in Cleveland Pittsburgh and Erie. Three women arrested this week are alleged to be part of the network with alleged fences in several cities and connections to a wider distribution of stolen goods. Authorities identify one suspect as a famed ex-convict linked to larger city operations. The case involves large quantities of merchandise diverted from local stores in Pittsburgh and nearby towns.
R H Davidson, state manager for Continental Supply Co of Chicago, was arrested in Sherman on a grand larceny charge. Police allege he led a multi‑state scheme: crews sold farmers cloth for suits, promising free tailoring later, then vanished with $12.50 per order and refused refunds. Officers say 4–5 crews operated nationwide, targeting farmers around Conewango and Ellicottville. Davidson, a educated man in his 50s, asked for a mattress and pillow in jail before his confinement.
Jockey Vinewat Powers sails from New York for Germany after signing with a leading European stable. He will ride on top circuits near Berlin and Grunewald, earning about 15000 dollars for the season with travel expenses paid. His father G G Powers plans to join in July as they tour the continent before returning home.
Meadville in February report shows 17 railroad officials leaving Meadville reducing office staff. About 100 employees in the mechanical engineering and other departments will relocate as the head office moves toward New York, threatening the city’s regional importance.
Erie area figures discuss forming a Keystone party to capitalize on weak old party organization. Corry, a strong independent town, boosts Berry’s gains over Penns and Grim. D C Hopkins and local reporters seek to mobilize county and city committees to back full Keystone county tickets.
Large crowd attended the remembrance for Mrs E S Wilton this afternoon at 2 o clock from the Methodist church in Gattur with Rev Tay RN officiating. Pal bearers included Ernest Belugier Can Way Prod York Dr M Chilatle Bari Brown and Milon Waller. Floral tokens were numerous and beautiful. Interment followed at Pine Grove cemetery with many friends and relatives from across the city.
Alton Hoover was buried with private funeral services held at his parents’ home in Atlantic. Rev. George Bailey of Central Presbyterian Church conducted the rites. Interment occurred at Rocky Glen Cemetery as Hoover’s family and funeral director George Baird of Adamsville oversaw the process after his execution in Ene Thursday.
In Wellaville on February 24, the estate of William F. Jones is being inventoried. A passbook found in an envelope suggests more assets, while Jones had $57,000 on deposit at Manufacturer and Traders Bank of Buffalo. Total value is expected to rise from $160,000 to over $400,000.
Washington reports the sun dey civil appropriation bill totals 140,090,020 for public buildings and sites. Funds allocate for Pennsylvania listings including Lenver Falls, Bethlehem, Chambersburg, Harrisburg, Greensburg, and several other towns. Lady Macabees held a reception at Magenboe Mall with a packed program, guard drill, card party, and refreshments. A brief unrelated ad promotes Putnam's Palatows Gorm Corn Extractor as a poison cure.
A compact one hour program headlines infants Vitagraph comedy and two other acts at the Amust theater tonight. The nickel admission ensures an affordable evening of entertainment in a single billed bill.
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