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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1911

Page

2

Corry Metal Furniture Go Moves Into New Plant

Citizens watch Corry Metal Furniture Go advance its matchless products and the magnificent factory nearing completion. A new plant will be occupied next week with samples of dressers and chiffoniers praised as indestructible and mouse proof. The facility features oak mahogany and walnut finishes, white interiors, large kilns for enamel baking, and offices on two floors with modern lavatories. Public display planned for Saturday afternoon to showcase the new line and plant interiors.

Corry Metal Furniture Co New York Dol Dreswer Honery Factory Solin Wits Howe

Representative Watts Proposes Population Based Liquor Tax

The proposal would impose one license per thousand residents, aiming to curb drunkenness by removing unfit taverns and saloons. It argues enforcement would be easier by standardizing licenses and closing outlets that evade laws, reducing adulteration and low quality offerings while preserving legitimate access for travelers.

Watts Luerne

Forger's Quick Arrest Sparks Chase in Ormsby

Beecford February 28 J Ki Burger alias Jack Grittin in McKean County Jail at Smethport for forgery. He visited Charles Parona's Ormsby store delivering a $22 check tied to a Nant es Chemical plant official's signature. Mrs Parona alerted superintendent Hartzell who pursued and captured Burger with the victim's identification before taking him to Smethport. Burger pleaded guilty.

Beecford J. Ki. Burger Jack Grittin McKean Smiethport Charles Parona Ormsby Hartzell Burger Smedmort Sully

Shoplifters Bound Over for May Term Court

Erle Feb 27 Before Alderman Klemm Mabel Audbinson Jennie Strickland and Maria Mook were bound over to the May term on three separate warrants for larceny by shoplifting. Mrs Custard, charged with receiving stolen goods, has a hearing tomorrow at 1 9 oclock. Crowded court and sidewall witnesses as trio tied to about 4000 in stolen goods. Justice heard Kuntze and Hobart warrants for handbag thefts. two women posted bail while Mook and Anderson bonded for trial.

Erle Klemm Mabel Audbinson Jennie Etrkciland Maria Mook Custard Rome Rovalter Lowine Kunte Avention Kuntue Hearig Warran Afoysine Hobart Ball Waa John A. Hoyt Mins Mook Thompson Beltor Mina Anderson Stnield Yaa

Heavy Fire Loss at Bradford Early Morning Blaze

Fire, smoke, and water caused 40000 to 45000 dollars in damage to the Simmons building on Main Street Bradford. The stock was insured for about half its value. Officials believe the blaze began from an explosion at the rear of the store in Waketown.

Bradford Mars Tke Simmons Mie Rosanberg-Michaels Main Street Uaketown

Rittersville Hospital Probe Opens Under State Inquiry

A statewide investigation into Rittersville Hospital proceeds after Governor Stuart names a special examiner. The examiner backs a thorough legislative inquiry, citing concerning conditions found during prior work and endorsing the investigation as necessary for accountability. The signed statement appears in the Philadelphia Press and is attributed to Lindsey Johnston.

Philadelphia Stuart Haw

Senate Defeats Direct Election Proposal

The Senate defeated the resolution for election of United States Senators by direct vote of the people of the western states. The roll showed 54 in favor and 41 against, falling four votes short of the required majority.

Senate Journal Washington, D.C Senate Today United States Wesern

Freshmen Win Debate At Corry High School

In a morning study hall debate at Corry High School the Sophomore team argued for popular election of U S senators, citing 31 states voting for it. The Freshman team rebutted with facts from the Adams County Ohio burial case. Judges Miston Traveland and Palmer ruled for the negative.

Corry High School Bosworth Mina Julia Naylor Mary Loveland Jimer Carnier Franlin Babbitt William Carpenter Heatle Wold Sten A Lbrey Adams County Ohio Heiburies Mesars Miston Taveland P Palmer Bovard aswanvAker

Shortest railroad raises passenger fare in Pennsylvania

Sharon Pa February 27 The shortest railroad in the United States the Sharpaville railway between Sharpaville and New Wilmington under Baltimore and Ohio control increases passenger rates effective April 4 A ticket from New Wilmington to the Junction rises to 10 cents from 6 and a ticket to Sharpaville to 45 cents from 80 cents The line spans less than two miles with an ancient baggage coach in use

Sharon United States Ibu Sharpaville New Wilmington Baltimore & Ohio

Fatally Hurt Near Meadville Rail Accident Claims Plumber

Richard Rainey a 28 year old journeyman plumber from Baltimore was fatally injured at Watsons station on the Erie Railroad near Meadville Pa when he attempted to board a moving train and was run over. He left a wife and two children. He was being treated at Spencer Hospital.

Meadville Richard Ralhey Baltimore Spencer Hospital Watsons Erle Rainey

Prisoners Sentenced After West Quist Court Session

Firlo Feb 27 jurors were sentenced by Judge Walling. Several defendants were released or ordered to pay partial costs while others received terms up to three years. Albert Frokop and Sid Cory faced fines, imprisonment, and special confinement. Charles Backus received six months, starched for theft. Tony DeNunnlo sent to Huntingdon Reform School. William Kelly, 19, fined $50 and 30 days in county jail for furnishing liquor to miners. Judge ordered county detective to notify the Cooper House owner of an upcoming court session.

Firlo Walling Bar of Justice Albert ‘Rokop Glolm Wateh Vulley Sid Cory Ivan O Weyers Thy Westert Charles Backus Haghow Worl House Milter Steniing Phivkenk Lyndh Stanley Fried Alond Kimi Holy Fried Pried Morgana Fae Tony DéNunnlo Henry Mayer Huntingdon Eris County Kelley Wald Cooper House Union City Jude Oitirlod Watson Cooper Home

Typhoid Situation Now Serious in Hilo

Seven awaiting typhoid fever were reported Saturday as the city records marked a grim 24 new cases for the day and a rising death toll. The health department logged 484 new cases since July 1 and 47 deaths this month, with warnings to boil water and all foods to prevent contamination. Authorities mourn the epidemic as the city braces for further spread and emphasizes sanitation and caution.

To & O Mayer Hilo Pennsylvania Atute Health Department City Health Department

Card party and smoker at the lodge this Thursday evening

W O W announces a card party and smoker at the lodge this Thursday evening with W F LaPuse as clerk. The notice appears in a local column and promotes a social event for members.

Roma W. F. LaPuse

Ellen Terrys Early Puck Role and Trapdoor Accident

A late 19th century note recalls young Ellen Terry performing as Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream. A trapdoor misaligned caused her toe to break while continuing her speech. Mrs Kiernan urged her to persevere, and she finished the scene bravely. The incident underscores early stage hazards and Terry's resilience.

Ellen Terry Ellen ‘Terry Puck Prin Obiurleary Kean Hoe Nellie Arthur Sethor India Peraly

Cand of Thanks for Bereavement to Besa Pierce Family

Mr and Mrs Pierce express gratitude for the sympathy and kindness shown after the sudden death of their daughter Besa. The family appreciates support from friends and the community during this difficult time.

Besa Pierce Fein

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