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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1913
Page
4
An advertisement extols Pape's Cold Compound as a fast cure for the severe cold and grippe misery. It claims first dose relief from headache, fever, runny nose, and sore throat, emphasizes gentle action and no quinine, and urges purchasing a 26 cent package from any druggist for home use.
Fragmented advertisement lists numerous household goods with prices and quantities, including matchboxes envelopes coat hangers knives shaving soap elastic curtains linen toweling and lantern globes, presented in a period catalog tone. The readable entries show item types and unit prices though many words are garbled.
Night Policeman Wilcox faced a police committee hearing on neglect of duty after attempts to gain entry to the Pennsylvania Window Glass Company plant with a false warrant. He was questioned while seeking to observe blowing machines and was suspended from service, with discharge likely after the hearing.
An advertisement extols Danderine as a hair cleanser that removes dust and dandruff while promising immediate shine and, after weeks of use, new hair growth. It urges readers to buy a 25 cent bottle from druggists or toilet counters and try it.
In Bridgeport Connecticut a city paper boosted a fund raise from nearly forty thousand to fifty thousand dollars as details emerged about the young man’s word. The national figure was reported as one thousand eighty, with uncertainty about the exact total.
Jas Woalfield and Douglas Vontiniacor report a call from Gowanda State Hospital about Harry Payne confined for insanity. Doctors say Payne sang perfectly and believe he has feigned insanity since his attempted postal robbery. Postmaster Douglas secured a two to three day hold to consult federal authorities.
Oil City moves toward a new $100000 hotel to serve growing prosperity. Local capital has pledged sixty five percent with plans awaiting more financing. The design includes electric car service between the railroad station and hotel, with a seasoned hotelman considering personal investment and local options being explored. The city has suffered hotel crowding due to weeks of high demand.
The Jamestown river dropped two inches at the Boatlanding Bridge since yesterday morning. hopes rise that water will ease further so workers can return to the dyehouse and other operations. Officials report ongoing high levels and caution until regular routines resume.
Warren and Padan report an inmate named Gerald Woelbrowh, age 26, weight 160 pounds, escapes from the State Hospital of North Warren tonight. Officials and local police conduct an extensive search for the dangerous patient, with authorities describing him as a risky escapee and promising a broad investigation.
An old time advertising blurb promotes Parisian Sage for Women hair tonic promising dandruff germ removal and natural color. It claims lead or silver nitrate are not contained and warns buyers to obtain only from authorized dealers.
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