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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1911
Page
2
In a speech at a Christian Endeavor convention, Champ Clare warns that hoodlums corrupt elections and asserts citizens must take a hand in politics. He criticizes those too busy to vote and stresses the danger of citizen indifference to civic obligations.
Judge Walling ruled that the corner property at Eighteenth and Peret Streets linked to the Consolidated Map Company would not be interfered with by the receiver in the Corry Printing and Publishing Company affair. Attorneys argued against involving Map Company assets, while George M. Mason was appointed receiver of old concerns on Coray’s request, as a show cause order was granted to test title and protect the receiver’s rights.
A Chinese student Wangly performed at Prof. H. G. Wilson home recital with twenty six participants. The evening featured varied numbers though not lengthy, with some pieces showing promise for the future. The event reflected hard work by both pupil and teacher and stood as one of the best offerings from the group.
A confusing notice reports the Lyric Theater hiring Harry Turch in a pianist role at Urs H. A. Guvite Dental Office booking through mid September. It notes August 15 start with new musical numbers and strong audience reception.
Special to the Journal Bridgeport Conn July 12 Twenty were killed and seventy hurt in a wreck of the General Express on the New York New Haven and Hartford line. The crash occurred near a viaduct as the train ran at high speed. All the dead were found in the forward coaches. Fire erupted but was extinguished.
Lawyers push for another trial for John M. Andrews, convicted murderer, as court officials weigh a possible appeal. Judge Hinckley to set date for argument. whispers mention the Hodge confession may surface. Details describe contested testimony, potential counter confession, and involvement of Prothonotary Homer Putnam.
A young man with a smooth appearance presented a counterfeit twenty five dollar check on the National Bank of Corry to James Shields at Union News Stand and asked cashing. Shields, familiar with the man, cashed the note minus a 1.80 debt. the check proved worthless. Thompson fled. a second forgery involving 28 dollars on Citizens National Bank in favor of Gateway Cargon, signed Ellis H Harvey, was linked. Police pursue Thompson and Carson as investigations continue.
The funeral of John Bhannaan Hwat occurred this morning at St Phoinay Church at 6:20. He was one of Corry’s oldest residents, arriving during the Downer ON Works construction era in the early sixties and worked there many years before moving to the city’s western part. He is survived by his widow and three children, Edward Shanahan, Lynch, and Mrs. Patrick Keete, all residing in West Virginia.
Obituary for William Olds a Corry pioneer industrialist who built pumps and wooden products, invested in real estate, and helped shape early Corry business. Survived by widow Sarah Margaret Lafferty Golding and several children and siblings. Funeral at Park Place home Wednesday at 3 p.m. with Rev Rankin officiating.
Mebbs Kowles and Bale have begun the work of many featuring mattresses in the old plant of the Cory Upholstering Company at Maple Avenue. The finished products stand in the warehouse ready for shipment as they operate with a small force and plan to increase hires as the plant stabilizes. They aim to meet demand with several grades and emphasize honest product quality while supporting Corry’s diverse industries and local prosperity.
July 14 court session led to few decisions as judges and lawyers faced illness and absences. The docket included a dispute over a note alleged forgery by Mr Lippold, with evidence and testimony suggesting he may not have signed papers on January 7 1888 while feverish or ill. The judge noted Mrs Lippold's sickness and questioned the note's authenticity, discharging the rule and leaving the case unresolved.
In Cradford on July 10 Peter Gor see aged 12 and Towle Pau rale aged four were hurt when a bottle of powder exploded during a creek side interest. The blast shattered hands and legs with glass, Dr Straight removing about twenty pieces from the older boy, while the younger escaped with many painful wounds to the body and arm.
Warren County records the first heat death as John Nelson of Jackson Run succumbs to heat illness while working in a field. The farmer, about sixty five, had lived in the county all his life, was unmarried, and left no surviving relatives after being carried home and passing away in the afternoon.
Bradford wins by four as the Glib team from a rhuly city defeats Company L of Warren. Scores list Bradford players and totals with a grand Erie count. Separate note mentions extradition of a 12 year old girl and a related case involving Governor Dix and Governor Tener in New York.
Poultry trading notes report Stapplirs and three cars loaded with wheat. prices expected to rise after a period of weak demand. Acme Milling Company faces market pressure amid fluctuating grain costs and potential price adjustments.
Local store announces a quick and complete mid summer clean up with low prices on clothing furnishings hats and more. Rail against fall shipments prompting immediate stock clearance to attract thrifty buyers in town and nearby areas.
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