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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1911
Page
2
Advertising rates are listed and placements described with priority on receipt order. The notice notes minimum charges and weekly insertion options while emphasizing local insertion practices and format standards for advertisements.
Fragmentary wartime style notice describes a brief snow event in Tame stone and Russell areas of Warren County during July. Eyewitnesses report large flakes driven by a keen wind, with local residents questioning prior accounts and noting the storm’s return in the period.
In a closing event at Reed track, the final speed race was run under the Lake Trotting Association. Officials cited steady attendance and modest financial success as the grounds near Brie Frilay faced redevelopment into building lots.
Howard Myer died Sunday morning at Corry Hospital at age 42 after an extended illness. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 10 o'clock from his mother Angie Myer's home on Mott Street. He is survived by his mother two sisters Mrs Gearep Weller of Upjon City and Miss Glenn Myer of Thirrlahire and a brother Spencer Myer of his city. Myer was born in Corry and had lived here most of his life with a period in Mayville.
Reports from Falconer note townsfolk suspect information theft in Celoron sales. A US investigations unit found little direct liquor sales at Celoron, countering rumors of heavy contraband and noting cross-town purchases to Celoron for chasers like Liberty, Hrew and Hi Hop. Some venues report reduced business since Hillcot went dry.
A six decade old boy, James Vinpaires of 87 Jefferson Street, was struck by a railroad speeder operated by Westfield Lake Shore Railway employees near Barstow at 6 PM. He survived with injuries, and hospital reports indicate immediate care was provided. the speedster traveled away as bystanders watched.
New York 22 year old Sherwood Magee outfielder for the Philadelphia National League club is suspended for the rest of the league schedule. President Lynch extended the penalty after a verbal attack on umpire Myneran during a game in Philadelphia. Magee had been fined 200 dollars previously under National League rules.
Police led by Chief Hiram Brown and Officer George Dunile Palad found a Sunday poker game on the northern edge of Tike township interrupted by a raid. Five or six players fled toward a vacant lot as officers arrived. two witnesses identified the scene and a few suspects were detained for processing. Local authorities prepared a descent warrant for further action and investigations continued.
Captain Farnham, a veteran soldier and keynote figure, arrived at Little Corry for the season to oversee the auditorium at Lakeside. He built six new boats during winter and rents them locally. he also owns the passenger boat "vee ee" from years past.
Mondgilly July 2 Jeane Ous pauel, a 60 year old wealthy farmer of Meadville area, was the latest victim of a con game. A stranger named Judson Snodgrass posed as a benefactor seeking a disinherited sister and won trust, extracting $4000 by proposing a risky card bet. After the exchange, the man vanished with the money, leaving Mrs Onspaugh uneasy as the con artist’s plan extended to further thefts.
Warren reports 31 year old Ray Swift of Woodwork Pennsylvania lost both legs at Gowanda after he allegedly jumped in front of a moving train while a worker sat nearby. He was transported home for care and his condition described as very low. his family and a private suit are noted in reports.
Report cites uncertainty over whether Scarlett has withdrawn from the case. It notes that a new assistant may be employed, while confirming no verifiable details on Scarlett’s status or final retirement.
An Edison history subject presents The Minute Man and an exciting comedy at Amusell tonight, with Hapch Arden highlighted in a lively two reel attraction. The program showcases a Hoxraph picture in two reels and promises entertaining entertainment for local patrons.
Fragmentary OCR text references Chautauqua Lake and a public assurance by a person named Shannon. No coherent event, date, or action is determinable. The readable portion suggests a public statement or notice about a season and resources but lacks concrete details to summarize as a news item.
A. F. Messenger and Son unveil their new samplan for Hall and Winter, tied to the International Tailoring Company of New York. First land work and fit guaranteed, with pricing aimed at equal quality and low cost, promising value and satisfaction.
The Mighty Company unveils a new electrical line including flat irons toasters hot plates fans washing machines and vacuums designed for home convenience. Demonstrations and installations on trial are offered to showcase the ready availability and practicality of these devices in Corry.
A reader notice item lists available construction components including steel pulleys, hanger belting, shafting, coupling, cement, plaster, structural steel, reinforcing steel, wheelbarrows, electric lamps, wire, switches, fuses, tape, batteries, gas engines, and concrete mixers.
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