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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1927
Page
6
Principal Howard J. Sheen announces in a June closing ceremony the rise of honor and credit students at Senior High. Honor status lists 18 seniors with three A’s and over ten total points. credit status includes students with three B’s and at most one D. Names of seniors juniors and sophomores across lists appear.
Alfred Dennett of 210 State Park Avenue escaped serious harm after his light coach was struck by a freight train on the State Park Avenue crossing of the Pennsylvania Railroad just after midnight Saturday. The car overturned and Dennett suffered only bruises and a cut finger. He did not see or hear the engine, which was enveloped in steam, until too late while crossing to pick up his daughter from work.
The Fort Worth Record argues education benefits trump quitting at a young age. It cautions that leaving school before high school can form a habit of quitting, stressing the long-term value of completing basic studies for boys.
The U S Census Bureau reports a July 1 1987 population estimate of 118 628 000, up from 17 136 000 in 1928 and 105 710 620 in 1920. The estimate uses births deaths immigration and emigration data.
The body of Mrs Charles Higgins who died in Meadville was brought to this city for a Requiem High Mass at St Thomas Church. Rev M B Tracy officiated. Lea Cook and Mrs Edward Kinley sang. Burial followed at St Elizabeth's Cemetery with bearers J J Wood G W Brogan Laverne Ladner J P Lineen Robert Malin and Edward Malin. Relatives attended from out of town.
Funeral services for Mrs. William LaPaze who died in Oak Anont were held at 2 p.m. in the family home on West Bed Street with Rev. I. F. Beagle of the United Brethren church officiating. The local church choir sang several selections before interment at Pine Grove Cemetery. Bearers included Charles Hasbrouck Clem Pierce D Everett Leach John Mitchell Charles Bevins and M O Waller relatives from out of town attended the services including Mr and Mrs Paul LaPaze and others.
A Rochester reader writes that after trying eleven treatments and several prescriptions without relief, San Cura Ointment cured a two-year palm sore. The note adds praise for San Cura Ointment and Soap as effective for piles, eczema, boils, ulcers, chilblains, and chapped hands or face.
A Corry Journal letter to voters endorses La Vern Raymond for State Senate. Edith Wilcox Lewis commends his high character, Christian integrity, clean business record, and legislative experience, urging Corry residents to vote for him to curb corruption and elevate government.
Mrs Weske credits Lavoptik for quick relief from pink eye in her husband. She notes red swollen eyes and using hot water to open them. The ad claims Lavoptik cools refreshes tired weak eyes and eases pains and inflammation, endorsed by a druggist, Thomas Downey.
Guaranteed to Stick Piné resin, at the right stage of hardening, is described as one of the stickiest materials known.
Market notes show quiet demand for pork lard and turkeys with poultry prices steady to firmer. Coffee futures edge lower while sugar and butter show firmness. dairy items and eggs display mixed regional trends with white and brown potatoes and fruit market softness noted.
Hannah Warmer died Saturday evening at age 71 after a stroke following years of blindness. Services were held Sunday at the home on West Columbus Avenue with Rev. Ro Ht Miller officiating. Interment at David Curtis Cemetery in Columbus. Survived by husband Robin Warner and three children: Chas Warner, Mrs. Fred Hallett of this city, and Mrs. Harry Gensheimer of Erie.
In a remote Arizona area near Pine the natural bridge caves harbor limewater springs. An ordinary felt hat immersed may petrify over months, turning into a mineralized specimen as stalactites and cave conditions influence the process.
Borrow up to 300 dollars on furniture or general needs with monthly payments listed for 25 50 100 200 and 400 sums. Rates cover interest, confidential service with no endorsements or publicity. Office hours daily 8 A.M. to 9 30 P.M. and Saturdays 8 A.M. to 9 P.M. Phone or write to Union Loan Co Inc Second Floor L O F Bids Bonaca Pa City Pa
George Themely, about AQ years old and a longtime bakery operator in Jamestown, was killed when struck by a taxicab at the intersection of Ninth Street and Cleveland near Buckeye Avenue while en route to visit his wife in Cleveland. He had left Jamestown Saturday night and intended to stay in Cleveland, with funeral arrangements pending. The accident was reported to Jamestown authorities via a Cleveland police telegram.
United Press reports that U S Army maneuvers will be held in the Mexican border area in April. Troops from the Eighth Corps area and most of the Army Air Corps are to participate. War Department officials deny any link to political considerations or the incident with Mexico.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss potash in agriculture, noting a large portion used for glass making and safety needs. It mentions wartime disruptions and small percentage allocated for fertilizer, with unclear details on quantities or destinations and no clear source entities.
Rudolph Erwit defeated the titleholder in a tight match while Ilulph Greenleat posted a 450 to 384 score. The event highlighted rising talent in pocket billiards with Irene leading the charge in the championship context.
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