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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1911
Page
2
Fragmentary ad rate notice describes pricing in cents and columns per inch. Mentions new column, 15 cents, and general terms. Language is garbled but conveys rate structure for an advertising section and a sponsor note. Specific dates or organizations are not clear from the readable text.
Brisk north easterly winds bring snow today and Friday with colder conditions. A long-winded column on 1910 newspaper postage shows Daily Leader and other papers sharing mail costs, totals, and distribution, alongside assorted political notes. Cleveland Democrats rally for Harmon for President.
At Amusel theater tonight a special event offers three film features per hour with no extra charge. An admission notice invites attendees to see the full program and enjoy the screen offerings at the Amusel venue.
Hon William Reynolds prominent Meadville figure dies at home aged 82. Born 1820, he helped found Meadville, was Meadville mayor after incorporation in 1860, led local water and bank ventures, and served as library and church trustee. Keystone Party to meet January 16 for state organization and candidate talks.
French Creek rose rapidly flooding Meadville and threatening streets. By Thursday 2 a.m. several feet of water entered the city building basement and wagons and tools were moved to safety. In the south city sheets reported under water. residents along Mead Avenue described a strong current and a rise of about four feet since Wednesday evening.
A meeting of the Test battalion officers of the 16th Regiment N, GP, was held at the armory as a staff school for future infantry officers. Attending were Col Gee, C. Richards of O11 City, Maj. CD Inns, Lt. 8 Hae Iting, Capt. R. H. Brown, Lt. C. B. Dunn of Bradford, Capt. M. B. Webb, Lt. Camburg, Lt. 18 Keefer of Conry, and officers from Warren, Ridgway. The event previews a Federal supervised infantry officers school set for May or June at Mt. Elasi.
Police in Kane hunt two unknown Italians after they attacked Joe Hemarti, a P. & L. trackwalker, slashing his forehead nose and cheek with a razor. The assailants fled as a train arrived to rescue him. Hemarti is being treated at Kane Summit Hospital.
Post Chief Ann Andrawn Most Excellent Chief Katherine Young Wagellent Senior Mary Craker Junior Nellie Merker M of Rand 0 Grace Kiblin M of M Ila Book Manager Lucy Flemming Guard Hmma riscotts Protector Julie Stevens Delegate Sudley Patterson Alternate Mary Grater
Edward A. Smith, husband to be, attacked his wife with a razor in Little Valley. The man’s windpipe was severed and later repaired after four hours of surgery. Both he and his wife Swithe recovered, with charges likely to be assault and attempted murder. Nurse Dr. Spalding and Dr. Bowen assisted at Salamanca and Little Valley hospitals.
A Corry meeting discussed postponing a week the selection of city officers and initiating a new census. Officials note the population may exceed 1900 enu merations and appoint a committee from each ward to explore reform. Interest from firms to locate plants in Corry was reported, with the secretary tasked to outline advantages and inducements.
In a case heard yesterday afternoon in Walon City, Phinlin Sargent and Concord sealme McCray were involved. The judge awarded damages totaling 210.5 percent? The matter, argued by Gary Kincaid, spanned two days in court and concerned a payment issue tied to a gasoline engine.
Mrs Mary Claffey was found dead beside wood piles after a dream described by Mrs Parton led John Parton to guide searchers. They traced Boni wood piles, located the body lying on its side with snow under her head and a fascinator for a pillow. Coroner A W McElroy announced no inquest will be required.
Special to the Journal from Connellsville Pennsylvania reports a powder explosion at a large five and ten cent store. The blast wrecked the building and spread to adjoining shops causing many injuries and at least ten clerks reported killed. Shoppers were missing in the crowded scene.
Oil City Trust Company held a meeting to name new blockholders and elect officers. The new board chose George Lewis as President, H. R. Merritt as Vice President, and Frederick Pair as Secretary and Treasurer, with other officers and directors listed among the attendees.
Fire began early morning in Hudson Brotham's property and quickly spread to adjoining structures in the town. The local fire department could not control the blaze and aid from Bluefields was sought. extensive dock and business district damage estimated at over 100000 dollars.
The Missionary and Aid Society of the Congregational church held its annual meeting at Mrs. Davin's home on Third Avenue. Officers elected include President Mrs. Charles Delleys, Vice President Eva McElroy, Vice President Owen, Secretary Mrs. Tmma Heating, Assistant Recorder Mrs. W. N. Joven, Treasurer Mrs. Adam, and Organist Mrs. O. H. Babbitt. Retiring President Mrs. Wyotf received a token of appreciation for two years of service. Reports were read and future plans outlined. In Warren, Robert Knabb was charged with driving while intoxicated in a motor vehicle and evading the police. punishment if convicted could exceed $125 and more.
The obituary item notes Frank Briagy and Stella attended the funeral of his brother in law in Waterford. Herbert Mond has recovered sufficiently from illness. Mr Pletebor is improved. Richard Rated and wife hosted their daughter Mrs Gloun ducquith’s event last Sunday. Cleve Damon, formerly of the drive, now ill with typhoid fever. Community sympathy extended to friends and relatives as usual. Will Burch and Cleve Damon visited relatives over the weekend.
List of names includes Mrs Mary Davie Mrs J S Gillette Mrs James Hamlin Mr K Wine Mrs John Muller Mrs Catherine Smith Miss Belle Pere Miss Melisea Pere Mr G A Myers care of Hospital BN. Letters awaiting pickup at local post office.
Kane Jan 14 William fander muth an off pumper for Kane Glass Company was killed when pulled into a belt at the pumping station. His body was found by Anderson. No one witnessed the accident and no explanation given. Deceased about forty five.
The Harrisburg Journal clarifies a previous report about Tauius A Huger and Cora Sehillingar. The paper says Huger did not marry Cora Sehillingar in 1805 nor have two children with her, asserting the claim was incorrect and not corroborated by the Harrisburg press.
A scattered OCR fragment references a local notice or item with names and numbers, mentioning a Bell phone and a county, with unclear actions or dates. It remains incoherent but preserves some named entities and places amid garbled wording.
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