Fragmentary note on batteries and service request
A broken OCR line mentions batteries and service, asking for attention and offering to serve a specific request. The text is garbled with missing context and unclear entities.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1919
Page
9
A broken OCR line mentions batteries and service, asking for attention and offering to serve a specific request. The text is garbled with missing context and unclear entities.
A Treasury Department compilation shows wartime bond demand remaining strong as Liberty Bonds absorbed over 11 billion dollars in 1918 and total Liberty Bond purchases across both loans reached nearly 17 billion dollars. The report compares national debts by country, noting U S per capita debt and overall wealth, with Japan the only major nation carrying lower per capita debt.
A fragment describes youths near New Raven Vroweid Nek saving 1 million and binding large bonds. It notes locals nearby and a fund or effort tied to Liberty Loan activities. The text is garbled but centers on youth involvement in bond savings and a major fundraising event.
Vinton County Ohio selects Margaret Pischer of Zajeaki as sponsor for its Liberty Loan boat. The county won the right last campaign to lead Cincinnati area in subscriptions, with a quota of 120,800 and final subscriptions totaling 158,860. The boat, built in a large government shipyard, should be ready by the spring launch.
Fragmented OCR passage recounts Washington’s restraint against power, his simple farewell at Newburgh, and reluctance to press Congress after the Jay Treaty. It notes opposition he faced, his retirement to Mount Vernon, and criticism over the treaty process and alleged misdeeds amid political strife.
The fragment quotes George Washington stressing readiness for war while pursuing peace and prosperity. It reflects his belief that a strong nation must be prepared to defend itself even as it seeks tranquil growth.
A fashion notice describes two model outfits from the Pictorial Review Elon Tackat line. First model features a velvet jacket with black satin trim and matching skirt in sizes 14 to 20 years, prices 25 to 80 cents. Second model presents a gray broadcloth jacket with matching skirt, sizes 16 to 20 years, prices 95 cents and 20 cents. Sold by R. Liyormora.
In the description for an evening frock the cot tage bell and finish of the lower edge are key. Pink chiffon cloth forms the dress with matching shoulders, medium wire and yardage specified, along with insertions, corsage, and prices for various sizes.
Concord notes list community activities. McCray group meetings and Red Cross plans appear. Families and neighbors share visits and farm chores. Local gatherings include a Juneal home event and a Friday social.
Reported in Clymer on January 2 burglars entered the village at night, prying doors and forcing entry to multiple buildings including Necker Company and Nochyr Brothers. They rifled safes, opened money drawers, and took small change before fleeing. Evidence indicates they moved on toward Moyrinke and Vou Sid Haybriuk, with a note of secured areas afterward.
The Spring Creek branch of the RC and allied Blue Eye and Goblin Corner branches sent a wartime relief shipment to Kinow and Ostoher, including socks, sweaters, Belgian dresses, wagons, and patient kits. Supplies are exhausted, with other work planned by the committeemen.
Administrator announces the estate of Mary Koleting, intestate, with debts due and demands to be presented. Creditors and claimants are notified to file their claims by the specified date with Michael Ekeleida as executor. All persons indebted to the estate must settle with the administrator at 125 Winnie Street, Turlubury, PAS.
Notice is verely given that the partnership known as Beacon and Bracken is dissolved. Debts due the late firm are payable to Bracken, who will receive all claims against the firm. Partnership affairs are to be settled by Bracken at Corry. Dated November 11, 1919. Signed DL Bracken.
Partnership dissolution of Poster Arotherm Wiras under the firm name Poster Arotherm Wiras by mutual consent. The business will be wound up by Poster 40, all rights to be settled and payment made. Filing to be presented to W, 1 Pastor for payment. January 20, 11. Corry, Ul.
Fragmented OCR note references a trustee and a sale action with unclear details. It mentions January and a location near Cary, Hil, with garbled names Hinting at a trustee and a minting of a stocke related to a Feynono operation.
The ninth annual meeting of the Cov umrbus Cemetery Association will be held in Grange Hall Batuntay on February 1 at 2 p m for the adoption of five directors for a two year term and the transaction of any other business that may come before the meeting.
Notice states an application will be made to the Governor of Pennsylvania on the date provided by law for a charter to be granted to the Corry Milling and Supply Company. The proposed charter seeks authority to engage in buying and selling grain and related goods, offering all usual rights and privileges of corporation status. Names listed include C. Miller, A. Lyons, Dil Pi, HC, Snapp and A. 1s. Howbronck, with Andrew S. McKelvey as sponsor and adress details in Corry. The filing references the act approved April 24, 1874 and supplements.
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