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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1925
Page
8
Local ad urges customers to visit Lester Shoe Company at 118 North Center Street in Corry to buy “best for less” and warns of a man passing counterfeit checks in the area. The firm emphasizes quality shoes at low prices and invites shoppers to compare for themselves.
An advertisement extols San Cura Ointment for healing a two year palm sore after other remedies failed. It claims effectiveness for piles eczema ulcers and chapping and lists vendors N F Ames Co Thomas Downey Condra and Lindley & Son. The testimonial cites Mrs. R. E. Waite of Rochester New York.
Historical line quotes Benjamin Franklin on digestion affirming that the amount of food should proportionally match the stomach’s capacity and condition. The remark highlights early ideas on balanced eating and bodily limits.
An advertisement touts Marmola Prescription Tablets as a modern fat loss method that requires no dieting or exercise. It claims gradual, comfortable weight loss and improved overall well being, urging readers to start taking the tablets now and noting widespread drug availability.
In San Francisco on January 22 United Press reports Dorothy Ellingson a year old jazz maniac seeks mercy in juvenile court. Her attorneys rely on her youth and mental state to prevent punishment for her alleged crime in the murder of her mother. The defense hopes to move the case to humane treatment rather than punishment.
The Salvation Army camp meetings at the Army hall draw large crowds with daily services and new messages. W A Johns delivered a heartfelt address to strong reception, as choruses and new speakers accompany the campaign nightly through next Sunday.
John B. Tonkin of Peoples Natural Gas testified as the Public Service Commission began the hearing on complaints about increased gas rates. Special city solicitor C K Robertson cross examined Tonkin to argue that the company earns large profits and the rate hike is unwarranted.
Miss Emma Crooke received word that her nephew, John A. Crooke, died at his sister's home in Denver on Tuesday January 20. He was 45, son of the late Lewis and Mrs. Crooke, former Corry residents. Burial took place today in Denver, Colorado.
Poughkeepsie January 22 At least 433 Vassar coeds said they would walk a mile for a cigarette in a college questionnaire. Five hundred twenty four said they had no use for Lady Nicotine. Only 21 admitted smoking against parental wishes. Belief in setting aside a smoking room drew 183 votes.
An old newspaper ad describes organic iron in Nuxated Iron to restore energy and stamina for exhausted mothers. It claims iron deficiency drains strength and mood, promising noticeable improvements in two weeks with a money back guarantee and urging readers to buy only the genuine product from druggists.
Mrs. Aspen formerly Ties Kelly, daughter of Mr and Mrs E B Kelly, died at Shenango Valley Hospital in Sharonville. A Union City High School graduate class of 1919, she belonged to the local Baptist Church and was mourned by husband, parents, two sisters Mrs Wim Shone and Mrs Elmer Pratt, and brother Clair Kelly. Out of town guests included Mrs Lydia Daniels, Mrs Grace Moll, and Mr and Mrs Will Daniels from Corry. Funeral held Monday at 2 PM at the Baptist church with Rev C A Joshua officiating.
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