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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1918
Page
3
A garbled ad from a repairman promises guaranteed work and money back if not satisfied. It references factory origin, shoe repair context, and contact details including 117 1-2 N, Canter, with Bell phone 91-R. The exact service and location are unclear due to OCR errors.
The annual meeting of the Corry Mutual Fire Insurance Company will be held at the company office, No. 1 West Washington Street, Corry, Pa, on January 25, 1918, at 8 o'clock P M. W Hd Marah, Secretary.
In a fragmentary notice from January 1 1918 Corry barbers describe staff schedules including work nights and Saturday shifts. Named are H A Paulton Royal Mead Docker David Soper and Pernham with unclear positions or roles.
Readable line items show mattress specials and refinishing work terms. Mentions 0.1 and various garbled codes like Rripp and Biphook 108 percent. Indicates discounts and rough product references without coherent dates or locations.
A vintage advertisement promises relief from rheumatic pain by applying rub to the affected area. It touts "St Jacob's Oil" as a harmless cure and urges readers to buy a 250 cent bottle of "Br Toby Oil" to end suffering quickly. It mentions soreness in joints muscles and back with emphasis on topical treatment.
Emerson, a D.C. chiropractor, reports no surgery or medicines. Health restored. Off hours 5 PM to 5 PM and 7 PM to 8:30 PM, 41-2 East Malm wrest.
A brief liquorish note proclaims Butter tastes like churngold and can be found at Boss Grocery, highlighting a distinctive flavor claim and a local point of sale.
The National Utilities Company of Philadelphia states it has between 600000 and 4000000 feet of gas flowable daily at Durhing near Warren. Two telegrams reportedly sent to Jefferson County Gas Company indicate willingness to supply gas immediately to relieve a shortage, with pricing quoted per thousand feet under pressure.
An advertisement urges parents to give a teaspoonful of Cal-Mornin Syrup of Figs to constipated children to cause a gentle internal cleansing. It claims rapid relief from feverishness and other ailments by removing waste from the bowels and warns to avoid counterfeit fig syrups while ensuring the product is produced by the California Syrup of Figs Company.
Assessment no 196 for daaby No 585 to 587 in Corry Branch Harrison Mutual Durial Association due for payment within 30 days from date at the office of Maxander and Co 116 N Center Street. L Alemnder Boo 61d eee meee
Wage agreement between Granite Cutters Union and Manufacturers Association extended for five years. Labor costs on monumental work temporarily held, but will rise after April 1919. Order now to lock current prices and have work completed in April or May.
Musterole white mustard oil ointment provides fast relief from sore throat bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck and other pains. It penetrates with a gentle tingle loosens congestion and draws out soreness without blistering like old mustard plasters. Hospital size $2.60.
Erie railroad thieves were arrested in Greenville on charges including receiving stolen goods and possession of firearms. Mike Krumpak and George Dordt, tied to a rooming house near the Carnegie mill, allegedly helped break into Erie Mail Line cars and a local hardware store, with items, such as a suitcase, shoes, and tools, identified as stolen from break-ins.
An advertising snippet touts Ely's Cream Mild as fast relief for nasal congestion from colds or catarrh. It claims to clear air passages, stop hawking and discharge, ease headaches, and restore breathing, urging readers to buy a small bottle from a grocer. The passage includes typos and mentions Martha's work.
A local notice urges attendance at two separate talks in the MB Church next week. supporters want Howard to speak Thursday evening and Mrs. Clendenin Friday, citing cooperation with the Red Cross executive board and wartime relief efforts.
The piece promotes Golden-Lax tablets as remedies for stomach and digestive issues. Claiming to relieve stomach, liver, and intestines, the ad says taking them at night removes toxins and stimulates liver action while providing a tonic effect to stomach and bowels. It asserts Golden-Lax as a worthwhile investment and available at druggists.
A patient reports improved health after treatment at Youngsville, citing relief from pernicious anemia, rheumatism, eronicotarrh, and colitis following a detoxification plan. The letter notes initial severe symptoms, month-long absence from work, and a return to near normal blood counts and coloring within weeks, attributing gains to the physician’s regimen. The letter is signed by B I WedDll of Corry, Pa.
Bolts and lumber prices listed by Corry Chir Co. lumber yard advertising hardwood logs and cordwood quality specs. Only cordwood and hardwood logs accepted. diameter and size requirements noted. contact for details and pricing.
Suspicious activity linked to supplying rubber goods to Germany through neutrals is described. Gustav A Engier and others were arrested as part of efforts to preserve neutrality. The report notes pre war German war materials shown to support Berlin’s cause before US entry.
A fragmented discussion outlines fashion expectations for fall and winter, noting many misprints and garbled tones. It mentions double breasted designs, slim silhouettes, and shifting preferences by European monarchs, with references to electric light power usage and intent to redefine attire.
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