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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1918
Page
6
R F Livermore advertises an extensive sale of French serges taftetas messalines and furs including mink skunk martin fox raccoon beaver near seal and other up to date styles. The sale emphasizes dresses suits furs and sets for ladies misses and children with all items going at reduced prices this week.
Various classified lines advertise for sale lumber sleds heating stove and rug. There are also requests to rent a farm with tools and offers to buy old gold and broken jewelry. Names and addresses appear inconsistently with locations in Columbus Corry and Bellphone, plus scattered contact hints.
Notice that letters testamentary have been granted to Franklin W. Parsons as administrator of the estate of Henry S. Parsons deceased. All debts and claims are payable to the undersigned with probate matters handled by Kincaid and Kincaid Attorneys Liwen. Public reading and authentication of the will follow with any inquiries directed to the administrator and attorney.
Old Time cold cure drink promotes Gebymolt tea from Hamburg Dreast as Hamburger Bruat Thee. A tablespoon of tea with boiling water is poured through a sieve and sips urged day or night. Claimed to open pores relieve congestion soothe bowels and break a cold using an all vegetable formula.
An old time remedy claims to ease rheumatic and neuralgia pain with St Jacob’s Oil. The ad touts relief from lumbago backache and stiff joints, promising soothing, non burning action and quick soothing effects without internal treatment. It markets the product with confident testimonials and age old claims.
The article highlights a growing government need for stenographers and typists to handle vast wartime correspondence and records. It notes 72,000 workers recruited nationwide, with 20,000 projected in Washington by year end. Examinations occur weekly in 450 cities, with flexible hours and quick testing for practical shorthand and typing skills.
Hancock Georgia January 18 112th Regiment and other units at Camp McCook will have Wednesday and Saturday afternoons and evenings off from drill and camp duties for the 12 week training period. Officers have granted more privileges and holidays to allow time for rest and recreation during drill weeks.
A Hospital Gazette writer argues meat shortages will persist post peace. He urges permanent meatless menus using cereals vegetables and fish, with small meat portions and reliance on plant proteins to sustain meals long term. The piece highlights menu development as essential amid ongoing scarcity.
Baker WM and Jan W Mes with Chas Sandburg and Mea visited Carty on Friday. Sandburg stayed with friends. duo plan to visit again Saturday. The Audol Deaanery Co filled a tee house at Sprite Cheek with 60 tons of ice. Mrs. James Goss is ill. Mrs. Charles Desean and others hosted guests. The Broken Straw Club met with Mrs Pools Thursday and arranged bed quilt blocks. luncheon served. Auxiliary Red Cross to meet Jan 31 with Mrs. Frank Briggs. Dewitt Messenger visited Erie. Crosby couple hosted guests Sunday. a blaze from a match damaged draperies but caused limited damage and no injuries.
An old advertisement extols Golden-Lax tablets as a cure for stomach, liver, and intestinal ailments. It claims relief from toxins, a toning effect, and a strengthened stomach and bowels and pitches the product as a wise investment available at all drug stores.
Notice says Molly King in He Bevon Pearls to be shown on Tuesday for the next ten weeks at AmulaU. It states Tuesday screenings instead of Monday and that the venue is closed on Mondays for ten weeks.
An advertisement lists special prices on mattresses and upholstery, refinishing, packing, and crating. It mentions J. Rupp in Bell phone 308 R No 20 FL Waal and references Holloway & Co and Boundway in New York offering photoplays and work details, with full particulars free.
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