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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1911
Page
2
Lonfo weather shows snow today and Saturday with cold conditions. Winds will be moderate and variable, turning northwesterly by Saturday with a brisk change in wind.
Readers question why city councils stopped publishing their proceedings in the official journal. The piece argues for transparency, notes a municipal electric plant report in another paper, and cites public scrutiny of taxes and services. It references Jamestown and Corry, urging publishing minutes to inform taxpayers.
The Moordbf Bhieiwe Luding Commissioners held a meeting with members Bingea Fletcher and Oke present. Superintendent Suidansi’s report for December shows most Dravaysm equipment in use, with street light costs covered by city revenue, and nearly five hundred tons of coal stored.
A partial report notes a new sheep law reducing county losses. Each sheep death or injury must be proved, owner liability if a dog is at fault, otherwise the county pays from a dog tax. Over 5000 dogs tagged at $1 each, past spending listed: 1910 1 27 ad, 1909 4 749.19, 1908 8 799.04, 1906 4 400.40. Sheep killed 194, injured 120. Erie Dispatch it
The regular monthly school board session met in the high school directors' room to discuss a past incident where boys entered the building at night. The board, including attorney Mr Osborne, debated handling without court action, leading to the immediate suspension of two school boys amid strong parental and board sentiment.
A battered ad notes cheap butter and eggs and a rainy Friday. It lists prices for various fish and seafood and shell oysters sold fresh at Pocomoke Sound, with oysters at six cents per unit. Also mentions dairy items like butter at eighteen cents a pound and stock prices per dozen, plus other farm goods.
Local notice announces a closing out sale due to staying town. On Tuesday January 10 a limited stock of trim med hats will be sold for 1.50 each. Algood and Inntock are to be avoided regardless of cost.
Business leaders in the city push for a joint feasibility study by an expert engineering firm on a new trolley project. The plan envisions a comprehensive commercial report detailing costs, territory, and impact, with endorsements from local unions and chambers. A committee including John Callelus GH Ripley and JR Fringes will advance the city’s share of funding.
Mondville January 18 1912 commissioners reduce the treasurer of Crayard County fees to one and one quarter percent of money and taxes collected. The move followed a heated vote with officials including Commissioners Bonners Audion Williams Gorton Williams and Jimer Dilley, and takes effect after January 1811 with the new tax period.
Tragedy at Batavia New York station as a New York Central train collision left six dead and twelve injured. A Pullman sleeper bore the main casualties with passengers unidentifiable at this time. Officials rushed to the scene to manage the incident and identify victims.
An old ad promotes Sun Kist Oranges at low prices with mention of a special offer. It references California origin and a seller Wood's, highlighting value for roughly 12 months’ weathered supply and a Rogers Georgia orange spoon.
A truncated notice lists a Saturday matinee at the Lyre theater with three reels and a bag of candy offered. An extra fine bill is charged, with showtimes from four to six o'clock.
Flood outlook grows serious as Meadvill e and nearby districts struggle with rising waters. Workers at several bridges face silty debris and shifting banks, while a gorge above Sangertown collapses adding to the danger. Rain continues after midnight, threatening supply lines and city conditions until relief arrives.
A notice announces local carpenters will organize and seek a united wood workers wage pact. A meeting is set for tomorrow night in the W O W rooms above the Johnson Dry Goods store to discuss the proposal and form a new union.
A surprise party was held for Mrs. Elvine Crapper on South Street Thursday afternoon. Organized by Mrs. Howard Crapwer, the event featured an elaborate dinner at six o'clock and a lantern room that guests recalled as highly enjoyable.
A sample book announces spring 1911 fabrics and models from the International Tailoring Co. of New York City. Agents for Sowy and vicinity advertise the new season line with stylistic offerings and complete spats, inviting orders and demonstrations.
Closing out sale of suits at low prices from 2.90 to 94.00 original tags. Overcoats also reduced. Visit A. TM. Mepsonier and Bom at 218 Wy Main Street for bargains and sale pricing.
The Journal recounts Frank Sinlist's exclusive tale of Mr Smith a Spring Creek native who vanished in Alaska over eight years ago. Valder and Chudy Ross relate how Smith was lost for nine days in a winter storm before rescue, leaving four mining claims promising yet perilous prospects and relatives in Spring Creek and Rockwater.
Laurant the great Hiloniat headlines a dramatic entertainment at the Library Lorie with a promissory bee attraction and a magical Orient theme. The show promises a perfect musical interlude, mystic feats, and elegant drapery, described as one of the most delightful ever given with tickets on sale at Babbitt’s, 50 cents.
Union City reports the death of a noted local man after a period of illness. The obituary notes his prominent status in the community and reports he passed away following a severe health decline after early June. Further details on surviving family or funeral arrangements were not provided in the notice.
The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Corry Pale and Dely ing Parle Association will be held in the Common Council Chamber on Wednesday evening, January 28th at eight o'clock. W. Morgaridge, Secretary. Lonat
Fragmented OCR text mentions January and individual names with unclear context. Readable bits reference February and local names but overall story and specifics are not discernible. Unable to determine concrete event or outcome from the garbled input.
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