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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1923
Page
7
Police report three-city dry raid results including liquor and wine seizures worth an estimated 49 000 dollars. Officers led by Patree Afilot and Rob et Ratin Hight seized alcohol from a Jackson Street house and nearby stores while pursuing additional contraband and illegal sales.
The article reports announced winners of the ice pole contest with totals around 12,000 votes. It names several participants and notes counts, including 1180 and 1200 voter figures, and mentions a recount due to possible errors and inspection by contest officials.
The plan lists potential sites for a new school near North Center Aven ue and Franklin Park. One option fronts the square formed by Mott Franklin Parks Place Grave streets with a corner near Graves. Both sites lack space for athletic fields but the later notes mention possible street widenings and parking considerations.
Robert Pat purchases the Hlmer Wilton block on Center Ward Way for about 13 000 with plans for own use. Brownell Shoe Company occupies the rear store, and no tenant changes were announced.
Mrs Kaithrige Merker of Columbus celebrated her birthday on Saturday March 21. Her children and grandchildren gathered for a four course dinner and a family reunion with gifts and thanks.
Spartanburg March 17 reports social functions aligning with the yearlong mood. Members attend a registry meeting of the Embroidery Chair, then gather at Mrs Susie Wituns home for fruit cake, a dinner hosted by Mrs Selle Stradman and Mrs Mym May, with cream hens, Philadelphia potatoes and crammed dressing. Decorations emphasize green colors and foliage as the event proceeds with singing and entertainment by Mrs Ni Moe and Ms Stedman.
Fashion notes praise these new tailored garments for Easter. Descriptions highlight straight box coats and bloused jackets, hip length or longer for a graceful line. Prices listed include 27.50 35.00 39.75 and 42.50.
Local column records residents visiting Corry and nearby towns from Buffalo Erie and Oil City. Several business visitors, family visits, and social events are noted with mentions of Tauber Mills and Miss Lillian Rhodes aiding at a Glyndon store.
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