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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1911
Page
2
The piece laments Penrose readership support and criticizes the party after a severe Philadelphia drubbing, noting prior attempts to influence governor races and displeasure with legislative management. It frames the disarray as a historic boss-driven setback in a Roosevelt era context.
Jan 14 Warren reports Erny Faris Farnsworth badly injured while driving on Bull Hill when she attempted to free a belt driven pulley. His left hand and arm were mangled as he was pulled toward the wheel. A passerby stopped the machine. he is in serious condition at the hospital.
Oil City Kansas police led by Chief Nugent and Captain Hill raided May Wilsons place at Union Street. They arrested six women and nineteen men found there, forcing them to post cash bonds totaling nearly $300. Margaret Wilson posted 50 dollars. others pledged 10 dollars each for later hearings before the mayor.
Punxsutawney man used gas to end his life in a home scene described with gas escaping under a blanket. He left a widow and one son, with the motive not stated in the report.
An Irish classic drama will be presented in three parts at the Amuse on Friday afternoon and evening. The choir of St Thoway Church will perform, with showings at 3 4 o'clock, 7, 8 9 1 and 10 p m. The event lasts over an hour each, and is billed as superior to Colleen Bawn.
Titusville high girls defeated Corry high 21 to 7 in a strong second half showing. Bess Nroveht scored twice from the floor and once from the line, Dorothy Wilcox added a floor basket, while Titusville guards Wight and Loveland limited Corry’s offense. The visiting team praised Corry after the game and both teams plan rematch on February 2 in Titusville.
Governor Foss orders seven militia companies and one artillery battery to quell riots by striking mill workers in Lawrence Massachusetts. About thirty thousand workers are on strike amid minor clashes and unrest.
A Corry statement asserts Frank H. Button, longtime superintendent of the Corry Water Supply, disappeared due to personal reasons not connected to his official duties. The affidavit defends his integrity and finances, cites a long friendship, and notes he remains in good standing with the Provident Corry Water Supply and local colleagues.
Hele dan Ploteher 48 of West Tent street escaped a severe elevator accident near noon. The teen suffered a broken jaw and facial injuries when the elevator weight struck him as the car descended. He was rushed to Hamath Hospital where doctors reported a stable recovery.
County funds paid claims for sheep killed and injured in 1911 totaling 2408 dollars and 36 cents, up from 1927 dollars and 34 cents in 1910. Average prices for killed animals hovered near six to seven dollars, with injury claims around two dollars per animal. Notable payouts included Loyal Moore earning 102 dollars and Ro A Metulten receiving 41 dollars and 50 cents.
State Board of Education to begin improvements in rural school buildings and conditions. Dr Nathan Schweffer notes need for long range rural school upgrades and a report by Secretary J G Hoch to visiting committees. Emphasis on health and education standards for country schools.
Boston Red Sox have reportedly acquired Ten Thousand For Bedient from Jersey City for about 20000 dollars. Bedient, a young infielder from Laevant, signed a contract with Boston and will join the team March 20 for spring training in Hot Springs Arkansas. The deal details appeared in the New York Tribune with Jersey City receiving Tatcheck in exchange.
Revival meetings concluded last night at Alliance Hall 1 Spring Street with plans to continue every evening at 7 20 except Sundays A welcome is extended to the general public to attend these meetings 215
Ressler's First Avenue Market advertises finest cuts of choice beef and fresh fish in stock daily. It promises first grade western beef and emphasizes no cows or tilus and native or nonpay erades of Western boot. Customers are urged to call to save the difference in quality.
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