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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1915
Page
5
Readable fragments mention prices and items like 50¢ 89e and 1.69 in a mixed ad style. References to West Mount area, ready for pickup, and mentions of names or terms are incomplete and unclear for full decoding.
A dated diary excerpt stirred belief Dorothy Arnold, missing since December 1910, may be in California. The diary, attributed to a woman on the Chinese coast and signed Dorothy Arnold, cites Hollywood and a Washington address as possible clues, triggering police and press inquiries in New York and Hollywood.
A garbled list of New Year travel and social visits across Corry and nearby towns. People include Sin, Tvl Myers, Mrs Ji and Mrs Fry, Wilbur Jordan, Supt and Mrs L Wilson, Mr Grea Cunningham, and others visiting relatives or returning home. Several names and addresses are given with notes of illness, entertainments, and trips to Chicago, Meadville, Warren, and Union City during New Year's.
Important notice to Pennsylvania gas company patrons announces that after the discount period ends no discount will be allowed on bills received by the company after office hours on the expiration day. The notice cites public utility rules and regulations governing discount rates.
A 20 minute car service to North Gorey is discontinued until further notice. Details unclear due to fragmented source text. Local officials or the North Gorey transit partner are expected to provide updates.
The Urident on Thy Har ta in two parts Biograph of Ohan Dlcken well known story complete production She Made Herself Chactinul a Lubin comedy Rastus Kw It Wabt A More stun The New Roprtor a Biograph drama with Grace Mc Downell The Path to Ruin a Kalom drama with Irene Boyer
Three smallpox cases in Gridley trigger fights over vaccination policy. Dr J W Wright, city health officer, travels as Board of Education and Board of Health clash over enforcing school vaccination. A special meeting of the committee is planned to answer questions about vaccination mandates and school access.
One person died and three were injured in a collision between a street car and an automobile near the city outskirts. Details on the identities of the victims were not available early this afternoon.
The complete testimony from the coroner's inquest into the killing of Walter Smithy by Canadian troops on the Niagara border was presented to the Blaze Department for review today by Congressman Biwlih of Munalo.
Washington reports troops under Obregon positioned within sixty miles of Mexico City. Villista and Zapata loyalists defend, while Mexican leaders delay Congress. Obregon’s cabinet meets postponed to January 10 as tensions rise near the capital.
Miss Nutlé Nugent spends the day with friends. Miss Margaret How visits Erie for the day. Miss Mary Sigetnn returns to Mondville to resume studies. Miss Della Crowe came back from New Years with friends. Mrs Stronahan leaves for Look Haven to spend a brief visit with relatives. B O Richards travels to Grand Rapids for furniture exposition and to represent Kurla Hine. Mr and Mrs Prod Steadman of McKeesport visit Morris Bonstool who plans to stay home. Dr BY Waelde of Meadville visits the city over New Years with Mrs Musson. Amile Malakit of Philadelphia guests Franie Lavila Herd. Harl Hinman unloads a fine tied nutoo imperishable style wagon on his farm north of the city. Hinman is the town Agent for this site.
Priday afternoon at 2803 J Auirows Font No 70 assembled in the Armory Building for the installation of officers for 1030 Captain Bliter of bon S Pord Post Warren performed the ceremony The list of officers included Commander I T Street Ben Vion Commander G W Peterson Jun Vice Commander Henry M Adama Quartermaster Caldwell Adjunct M N Baker Campain J M Pook Borg Wilson Offer of the Pay A A Nicholas Peer of the Guard Whesler Wicks Sergeant Major J A Farnham Q M Sergeant A W Harrington After the ceremony Captain Slater gave an account of his capture and imprisonment in the war A bountiful lunch followed and the WR Gott joint later with Post 70 on New Years day at the state Armory Cap Slater installed the post for the ladies in a dignified manner A varied program was enjoyed including music and speeches The officers present were President Marina If Lyne 8 V P Myrile Yagenr TB P Tan Cone See Sadie Barnsdate Tr ens Martha Dimick Pat Tast Sophronia Brownson Press Cor Lucinda Orapsor Misician Grace Bowbitt Izzie Marton Guard Alberta Hamilton Asst Con Margaret Danion Asst Guard Frances Davidain
Former President Taft told the Senate Philippine Islands Committee that it will take more generations for Filipinos to be ready for self government. He asserted the islanders do not see him there and noted he spoke truth. Taft said after talks with Japanese officials that Japan has no desire for the Philippines.
About twenty five friends gathered at A. A. MacIntyre’s home last evening to help celebrate his birthday. They brought the wherewithal for a fine supper and a splendid evening was enjoyed.
Tonight at the Lyric a two reel program titled Tonight Two funny Kaystones with Batty features a wagons and firemen gag as crowd pleaser. A Great big show promises bright laughter and a lively bill for patrons seeking light entertainment.
Corry High School defeated the Polish team from the Tanntidge Spring institution in a state armory game by a combined score of 8 to 28. Early in the contest the locals led 0 to 12 before the visitors rallied, with Jash Holt and McKinney leading Corry’s offense. McKinney, Whats, Mabbite and Boudreau starred for Corry in the first half while Weils and Clough replaced William and Boudreau later. The crowd was smaller than expected for the holiday game.
The Week of Prayer at the Presbyterian church features a gravel themed meeting on Saturday evening and a weekly discussion by Noah Week. Twenty speakers are planned with music and service each night. Library Lecture Council will host a talk in the auditorium. The event is described as one of the most interesting series of meetings of the church year.
The N I T group hosted a fine five course banquet last evening at seven o'clock. The young ladies attended and enjoyed one of the best meals.
Secretary of Labor Wilson, urged by Representative Francis of Ohio, signals willingness to appoint mediators to settle the Ohio railroad strike. If sentiment favors, mediators will include a Union representative, an operator's representative, and a prominent businessman from another region.
A bank in Neelyville Missouri was robbed at about an early hour by an armed band. Cashier W A Welker was surprised and relieved of more than $4000. The assailants fled after locking the vaults and leaving the scene. No injuries reported.
A sheriff's posse pursues two bandits who robbed a post office in Flushing and escaped with more than $1200 in money and postage stamps bound for Piedmont. Their whereabouts remain uncertain as of today.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled this morning that freight and oil railways may withdraw certain transit allowances for grain and hay shipments to Pittsburg, despite protests from the grainmen's association. The decision upheld the commission’s authority to shape transit arrangements with conditions.
Washington D C January 24 TM Wileyt Marshall of the United States Supreme Court who held the post since 1868 died this afternoon notice of annual meeting The fourth annual meeting of members of Columbus Cemetery association for the election of five rectors for a two year term will be held in Grange Hall Tuesday January 25 1916 at 9 p m Emma s Dutton data board
The Sturdavant family expresses gratitude for the sympathy and support shown during their bereavement. Barney Sturdevant and Mr and Mrs Chas Sturdavant thank friends and neighbors for kind words and assistance.
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