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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1923
Page
3
A 19th century style notice discusses ending the twelve hour workday in steel plants, referencing Judge Gary and American steel interests. It notes industry leaders’ hesitation and a stand by the White House regarding feasible timing, while highlighting labor disputes and concerns about alien workers.
The discussion centers on whether married women should keep their maiden names. Advocates from Lucy Stone League and similar groups argue for preserving birth names, while opponents say combining names or adopting the husband’s is preferable. The issue appears in legal documents and public campaigns, with French samples cited on name retention after marriage.
Notice of administration in Corry Pennsylvania for the estate of Adah J Boundage deceased. Jod Brundage of Corry Pa named administrator with duties to collect debts and settle claims. He requests any heirs or creditors to present their claims promptly to Corry Pa.
A garbled OCR style piece presents stray phrases about weather, polling, and social topics. It references names, elections, and odd musings on travel and gifts, but the text is largely incomprehensible and lacks coherent events or dates.
A Safe Driver campaign seeks fewer driving violations and organized calls for a driver license law. The study notes higher registrations and lower accidents in states with licenses, arguing training and testing are essential for responsible driving. Connecticut, Maryland, and Massachusetts already have license laws, while legislation is to be presented in the next legislature session.
A fragment notes progress on airship mail service with mailcarriers flying and sorting in transit. It mentions a mail train in air with sleeping quarters and shifts, a self steering device to navigate clouds, and aims at safety, convenience, and speed. Contained references to Russia and timing emphasize rapid development.
A whimsical column notes Americans ate 100 million pounds of walnuts last year, with California producing 62 percent. It mentions growing walnut acreage, projected value, and jokes about nuts guiding finances and morals while weaving in phrases about optimism, economics, and everyday life.
A July 23 1909 snapshot reports a small blaze at the Journal office caused by a rubber hose ignition from the gas engine, extinguished without damage. A. T. Power and Mrs C T Glover journeyed to Buffalo for a wedding that evening. Journal carriers won the lead in a street race. A newborn daughter arrived for NR Dickson on W Pleasant. A failed attempt to steal a bogey at Barlow Hardware Co ended with Patrolman Sample firing at thieves who escaped. A wedding at W Washington St united Anna May Grover and Richard Akami before about forty relatives. The governor of New Jersey comments on newspapers teaching people to talk in their communities, while clothes last longer if you watch your company.
Goops Mrs Elizabeth Usher offers for sale household items including an ale stove, two three-piece Windsor walnut parlor suites, a marble top table with four chairs, a walnut marble top table, and a floor mirror with glass and black oak frame. Sale to be held at West Meant Street 7200 on 9anstil Wollock.
An Erie youth was arrested on a serious charge following a shooting incident near Mohawk Street and a local eatery. The youth faced police after a confrontation involving a weapon, with witnesses and investigators detailing events surrounding Saturday night.
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