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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1914
Page
5
Personal mentions detail residents like PAL McGrath of Elgin and John Grady of Spring Creek visiting Corry. The notes report relatives, social gatherings, travel to Erie, Jamestown, and Spartanburg Grange Hall events, plus a funeral of John Colligar and routine illnesses.
Falconer visits Armory for a basketball showdown with the local high school squad after a two loss stretch. The Falcons have defeated Randolph High and Chautauqua among others and aim to even the season against a strong home team with upcoming games at Peasant Ville and Chamber Slain.
The Baptist Conference of the ON Creek Baptist Association met yesterday at Rev. O. Wallace's home with 12 members present. Reports from Kane and Ridgway churches showed strong member gains, Rev. Hy Stewart discussed methods to boost attendance, and Rev. J J Bullen shared insights from his El Paso Red Cross work. Next meeting is April 7 with Rev and Mrs D L Martin.
On January 29 Col Hronavan of Ol Cliy will hold a special school of instruction for all officers of the Record Battalion, Sixteenth Regiment, National Guard. An election to fill the offices of Major will occur, with Major Wilcox expected to be a candidate to succeed himself. The likely reelection of the Corry officer who has served as Major for five years is noted. The election will precede the afternoon school. About sixty officers from the Second Battalion will attend in Uneehey. Mrs Morris Whitford of Ntuhu, visiting Brie, spent the day with Corry friends.
New York January 23 three men were arrested as Inspector Faurot detains a gang accused of stealing and selling cars worth over a million dollars. One suspect claimed to be an insurance adjuster and allegedly advised owners to pay to recover property. Another man ran a taxicab firm, and a third name was withheld. Mrs Martin Brew returned from Beune Lake visit.
A Harrisburg social debutante, Miss Marita Hutumel, eloped with Mr. Rockey and was married in Baltimore. The couple’s wedding drew notable attention at the state capital society circles, with the bride previously visiting Miss Albin Moreuridia of Hills City and counting many Corry friends among her acquaintances.
The Lyric theater announces two feature nights this week with a Saturday program priced at 5 cents. It proclaims the bill as the largest and finest picture showcase in Corry, urging patrons to inspect the advertised ad copy for details.
Readable remnants advertise closeout prices on underwear including fleece lined garments, ribbed union suits, and children's sizes. Offers feature women's union suits, sweaters and mittens with low prices, plus wool socks and hosiery.
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