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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1923
Page
3
The Corry Daily notes big salaries among Standard Oil executives and other industries, arguing compensation reflects competition and scale. It discusses how top managers oversee vast capital and production, with salaries from fifty thousand to over one hundred twenty five thousand annually.
A Paris based debate on women in sports notes growing French sentiment against female athletic participation. Medical writers warn that excessive endurance events drain strength, while moderate daily exercise is seen as beneficial. The discussion cites observers of Olympic events and contrasts with broader trends in women's health. A North Dakota farmer buys a carload of potatoes for $1.80 a ton.
The City of Curry Pennsylvania invites sealed proposals for a about 000 gallon horse drawn sprinkling wagon. Bids due by 5 p.m. Monday March 5 1928 to the City Clerk. Each bid must include a 25 dollar certified check or cash as security. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids. City Engineer Joe Nevin R Dickson signs notice.
A jumbled OCR fragment with scattered references to Tom Sims, King Tit, Mr Roberts of Winsted, Malachuwetts, Michigan trout season, and various unrelated phrases. The text lacks coherent events or clear facts to summarize into a single news item.
Mrs. C. J. Hinckley of Memphis Tennessee says she was worn down two years ago and could not work. After reading testimonials she tried Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound, finished a six bottle course, and regained perfect health doing all her own work. She endorses the product and requests the private text book for ailments peculiar to women.
A historical note discusses perceived Japanese influence in Brazil and North America, suggesting migrants affect population dynamics. It reflects wartime attitudes, warnings about aviation threats, and concerns over potential expansion of Japanese presence and hostility.
Ten year old Mier Holh Prices Davig died after a brief illness at Corry hospital Monday at 4 pm She was a student at Cunened school She is survived by her mother and step father Mr and Mrs Kelward Smyth of East Main Street three brothers three sisters and other relatives Brief prayer services will be held at the home 861 East Main Street Thursday at 10 am and a mass at Wrightsville cemetery will follow The note also mentions criticism of $100 000 Standard Oil salaries and suggests broader pay in public positions could boost efficiency
A fragmented note recalls items from February 27 1903 with mentions of New York city leaders Royal Temple degree events and a trip to Yonmysville for initiations. References to William M Meghtinan Reedh Mal and local civic figures appear amid scattered observations and school and fraternity chatter.
A fragmented item mentions Quick Relief meet with names Cole and Reveloyito. The readable text suggests a sporting or event brief with unclear details and a possible price reference. Further context needed to confirm event type and outcomes.
Unclear fragments discuss Erie and Lake Ontario transportation firms, stockholders and possible fare reductions. The text references a six percent aid plan affecting railway or streetcar operations and mentions names like Nivers and Wolpert with scattered, non-coherent phrases.
Readable items describe low prices on fabrics and clothing such as cambray shirts, sateen, denim, and overalls. Mentions yard prices under 50 cents, 38 inch wide goods, and a Saturday sale with chocolate treats and wrapped candies. Brands or store names are unclear from the OCR.
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