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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1910
Page
2
Forecast notes a pleasant Saturday with partly sunny skies and mild temperatures. Warmer conditions expected Sunday, with temperatures rising and the potential for continued sunny or mostly clear weather through the weekend.
County auditors report the new sheep and dog laws cut losses and refunds. Sheep killed numbered 360 and injured 188 last year, with payments of 2174.90 for deaths and 488.44 for injuries. Total claims reached 2704.19, including hearings and dog tax refunds. Auditors say farmers favor the law and expect greater effect next year.
A reader summary of local church services in Corry and vicinity listing multiple denominations. Chelation Science meetings at Wood Nan badge rooms on Sundays and Wednesdays led by St Paul Evangelist Lutheran Church under Pastor William Hull. Evangeliatic services at United Brethren Church with Pastor N J Macs Intyre. Congregational Church led by Rev Thomas Surthes with morning and evening services and a Christian Endeavor meeting. First Methodist Episcopal Church under Rev T C Weaver with Sunday School and Epworth League. M B Church on Columbus Avenue with Sunday Schools and prayers. Presbyterian services by Dr D W Howell with union morning service and no evening worship. Chautauqua-related messages by Dr Howell. Salvation Army reports mortgage event and weekly meetings, Capt C Alfred Smith in charge. Christian and Missionary Alliance hall hosts Sunday and Tuesday meetings.
The removal of Chief Forester Gifford Pinchot by order of President Taft shocks observers who followed the Roosevelt conservation policy. Pinchot’s motive is debated, with supporters arguing he acted for public resources protection, while critics question Taft’s timing amid Ballinger charges. The incident could signal impending political shifts as liquor crime and temperance themes surface in the mix of notes.
A fragment cites "Poor Richard" Sa'd asserting merit of a product labeled Got Liver and Ironic known as Wino. It promotes restorative effects for the weak and aged and claims rising demand as proof of intrinsic merit, mentioning Kybbitt & Som druggists of Corry, Pennsylvania.
The Erie Herald notes a fall in egg prices with plentiful morning supplies at market houses. Fresh eggs had cost 45 cents a dozen last week, aiming for 60 cents. Packed eggs sold at 28 cents, with some accepting non fresh eggs. Canadian farmers recall 20 cent prices elsewhere if tariff repeal occurs, while the meat trust and other foods rise yet worker wages stay steady.
Erie constable and detective may return in court as PR Hunt and W Bennett, Corry wholesale liquor dealers, face questions about alleged sales beyond legal limits. Judge Walling will hear license applications. rumors of retailer involvement and wholesale retaliation loom. Sensational disclosures could lead to a serious shutdown of Corry’s liquor trade.
Colonel J E Margetti announces an appearance by God JB Marietti of New York the Young People's Secretary for the Salvation Army to lecture in Heroes of the Cross. Accompanied by Adjutant Mrs Crawford this event aims to surpass all prior Western Pennsylvania young people gatherings. The lecture is set for Wednesday January 19 1910.
Oysters spoiled by storage weather. bulk shipped solid meat still sold at old prices. Dressed salmon trout yellow pike and pike sheath available in standard jars and cans. Sailor J. Wood at Fulton Market advertises half price Saturday only.
A reader menu style listing shows multiple dishes including lemon celery olives dill pickles chicken soup roast pork with apple sauce baked spring chicken sage dressing wine jelly banana sponge salmon salad boiled potatoes mashed turnips June peas apple pie chocolate pie and cocoanut cake with coffee dinner set for 12:30.
Corry Pennsylvania note confirms receipt of checks for full settlement of policies totaling 450,000 issued to John Higgins. Agent ML Coyle of Corry is thanked for the court site and receipt of documents by mail after forwarding complete forms. Signed by William Lombara guarding.
The regular Mothers meeting at the home of Mrs Skinner in W Livingstone was hosted Friday afternoon. Articles on parenting were read by Mesdames Holden Heerlein Bentley Linscott Skinner Gordon and Bowman Argenerel. The group indulged in general discussion on peaching our children pelitenest. Refreshments were served by Mrs Perry Storer. Mrs Linscott reported Rest and Reading room solicitations showing $159.50 in cash and monthly subscriptions as the new year began.
A testimonial claims Thompson's Barosma cured a severely ill girl, restoring health after months of illness and costly medicines. The letter touts the remedy as safe for kidney and liver diseases and promises vigor and rich blood, with Ames & Co. and Thomas Downey as sellers.
A fragment describes tarnished silverware and dirt from rosin soap. It promotes Easy Tank Soap as a cleansing agent that cleans quickly and thoroughly and notes grocers sell it cheaply with a money back guarantee if not satisfactory.
An undated clipping mentions overcoats and weather themes with scattered names and places. The text is garbled, offering no clear event, person, or organization to anchor a concise report.
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