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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1911
Page
2
Advertising rates are listed with per unit charges and weekly minimums. The text shows unclear phrases and mixed language, referencing Diartay Anvearinn and Norieehwewe colenin, with rates around 5 vente per line and 15 cen minimum weekly.
Press dispatches show the Pennay Yanik Anti-Saloon League board recommending to the legislature a ward unit option for towns and cities. Debate covers whether to ban saloons in one ward while allowing them in others, licensing costs, and the impact on smaller cities. The Bradford Era notes public opinion and urges responsible journalism to promote temperance and community growth.
The Passion Play presented by Dr Vagey of Bradford at the Library Theater drew a large audience with music by Mr Janis H. Wright and Miss Joan Me Tans. The performers delivered engaging scenes despite potential inaccuracies, echoing strong expressions and poses of the depicted figures. A preliminary estimate indicates at least $100 was raised for Ackels as the committee received praise for the effort.
In Vienna wrestling captivates crowds as a near national sport with notable attendance by royalty and diverse onlookers. The spectacle highlights growing public interest in the sport and cultural prominence of matches.
The Corry Fair and Driving Park Association held its annual meeting in the Common Council chamber with strong stockholder attendance. Secretary's report shows a net loss despite favorable weather. total receipts and disbursements are itemized, noting a 190-strong stockholder showing and ongoing efforts to improve operations.
An agency named Men-tho-lo Agency Ag T has taken the agency for Men-tho-lo and invites interested parties to visit the home of Muillda B at Munn Hull blook to learn details and engage services.
The United States Court of Appeals in Philadelphia handed down a decision in the patent infringement cases of Spirella Cloraet Co. of Meadville versus Nabone Cornet Co. of Corry. The ruling favors Nabone, clearing the path for reorganization of Nabone with majority stock control to Corry interests. The Nutone Corsut Co. faces a bright outlook as a leading Corry manufacturing concern poised to expand with increased capital and no anticipated partition.
William Harper, 71, a Civil War veteran and Oil Well Supply Co. employee, was killed by a train on the PRR bridge in Oil City while walking home from the shop. His body dragged along the bridge. he left a wife and three children including son Charlie Harper of Cincinnati Reds fame. Born November 28, 1840 in Phlastts Pay, he enlisted at 21 in the 100th Pennsylvania Volunteers and served until 1862.
Warren Pa Jan 25 Mrs Sarah Johnson an elderly woman living in a small wooden house near the church on the Shef-Mold road was burned to death early last evening. The house was found on fire about 6 30 oclock with its contents. Mrs Johnson’s charred remains were found after removal to the home of her daughter Mrs Young at Shottinld. It is thought the fire started from a cook stove and Mrs Johnson, over thirty years old and almost helpless, could not escape.
In Warren Court, case 25 was continued to the March term due to the absence of a juror Lowry A. Leontart of Glade. All jurors for this term were discharged. A judgment favored Ira Hillog in the case against J E Cousins and Minnie Josephine Motto was ordered by the court. A preliminary court session will be held on May day foreto.
The Corry Humane Society annual report for January 18 1911 records nesting details and numbers of children housed in homes and institutions cruelty cases involving horses dogs poultry and a total dues and contributions of 114.75 balance of 14.80 in the treasurer’s hands. It notes the society’s officers and how to report cruelty or neglect to Humane Officer C. K. Carl in River Wilson Block Center Street and to contact Mr Weed or Mr Northrop at Page Urneken Bo0 y for complaints.
Wednesday evening Conwaption Court Ny 85 D installed officers including Cora McCabe as chaplain and Rev J Kunte as Cyund Regent. Mary A Steele was named Von Grand Rogen with Mary Kinley and Katherine Shandhan Hillaneial Lee among Prophets, Morence Baswy Hivtorkin and Morente Steeley Monltve as Sentinels, Gertrude Coyln as Organint. Retiring Grand Regent Mrs Margaret Ragon received a glass suRAE and cream er wyd bowry bow. Guests from Mendville, Sharman, Jamestown, Cleveland, Waterford attended. rebounds of dainty refreshments and dancing followed the formalities.
A shotgun accident shattered Calvin Furman’s left hand requiring amputation after Dr. Page and Dr. Thier operated at Spring Creek and Corry. The funeral of J A Dart was held at his home with Rev R Thankdin officiating, burial in Pine Grove Cemetery with attendees from Sherburne and Hackensack.
The census bureau today announced Union City Pennsylvania has 3 084 residents. Washington Jat 95 noted the figure as part of statewide population updates.
Governor John K. Venerbox announced new guard officer appointments including Harry C. Trexler of Lehigh as colonel and quartermaster general Horas L. Haldeman of Lancaster as colonel and commissary general of subsistence Howard B. Williams of Chester as colonel and chief of ordnance Edward Morrell of Philadelphia as judge advocate general Joseph K. Weaver of Montgomery as surgeon general Frank K. Patterson of Allegheny as general inspector and a list of aides-de-camp with ties to Philadelphia Lehigh Allegheny and Eric including Walter Bradley James Hiverson Jr Taylor Pusey and other named officers.
Big day at Edinboro as the state normal school marks fifty years since joining the Keystone ranks. The campus hosts 488 students and 15 teachers across various studies, with buildings valued at over $350,000. Electric light rays are noted for their germicidal effects.
A veteran fighter says he has waned in strength but remains curious for a worthy foe. He reflects on seeking someone who can whip him and finally believes he has found such a challenger.
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