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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1917
Page
3
A readable ad style passage extols Pepes Dispepsin for relief from indigestion and gas. It describes stomach fermentation from spoiled food and promises quick, harmless relief with a small daily dose, urging readers to consider Pepes as a solution. It mimics early 20th century medical consumer ads and touts products for digestive comfort.
Old sores burns piles and scalds heal rapidly claims for San Cura Ointment. A Cooperstown man reports severe finger infection and swelling eased after use. The ad touts draws out poison and relief from itching and rashes, with soap and antiseptic products offered by Thompson Medics Co.
Wifty-two years at one counter he offers to quit and go solo. Monday March the 1st will present a complete stock of fixtures harnesses bunkers robes collars and halters everything in the store will be sold regardless of value. April 1st listings include desks bookcase safe cash register and more at bargain prices. Items range from walnut floor unit counters to oil tanks and gasoline canoes. Price no object. S. W. Brown announces at Brown Black.
New York February 3 Captain Jack Crawford known as the poet scout and former chief of scouts under General Custer died at his home. He served in the Forty eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers and carried news 360 miles to Fort Laramie. Crawford authored poems on army frontier life and aided youth programs with Woodcraft and the Boy Scouts movement. He was 70 years old and died of pneumonia.
Judge Whittavey upheld the Erie county poor directors claim against guardian Frank R. Muller for Adna Aylward’s care at the asylum. The court ordered $1,832.86 to be paid from her estate valued at about $4,000, covering care from February 1897 to September 1910 under the 1915 act. The decision assigns responsibility to recover from the estate.
Wile Maret I-Jumaa Brownahan of Erle faces a five to thirty year term at the Western Penitentiary for larceny. Judge Rossiter delayed the final sentence, and J.B. Haughney seeks a writ of habeas corpus challenging the law as repealed. The court must determine if the inmate’s prior terms make him a habitual offender under the current statute.
A reader recalls long relief from Peterson's Ointment after trying many doctors' remedies. The letter credits the product with curing itching and soreness in days, noting a 25¢ to 50¢ box price and urging others to try it. The writer, A. Newrh of Columbus, Ohio, endorses the remedy and asks others to share the ad’s alarmist claim.
A faded ad style passage touts Sage Ten and Sulphur hair darkening mix. It claims home preparation was once required but a modern prepared bottle works overnight to darken, soften, and give a natural fuller look. The text sells a proprietary sulfur and sage compound with dramatic claims.
Notice states bids will be received until March 1 1917 for school supplies including paper, pencils, tablets and notebooks. Goods to be delivered to Corry by May 31 1917. The district reserves right to reject or accept all bids and to increase or decrease items. Bids may be examined at the Superintendent's office in the High School. signed D B Rowe, Business Manager.
Edward L. Whittellaby, candidate for the Court of Common Pleas, seeks voter support at the upcoming primary. He invites county residents to back his bid for the judgeship.
A garbled historical clipping discusses efforts to end capital punishment. It references Hinatlyburg and Pi Woh, with scattered names and phrases about justice, mercy, and legal debates. The readable text centers on abolition sentiment and potential reform proposals amid unclear details.
A garbled OCR item presents a promotional note about optical investments and equipment. It mentions tests, special nets, vest-like items, and references to various invented terms. The fragmentary text lacks coherent narrative or verifiable facts to identify a specific event, date, or proper entities.
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