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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1917
Page
7
An aged advertisement extols a "fruit laxative" for kids and adults, urging use of Val-Hfornts Syrup of Figs and warning to demand California Syrup of Figs for a genuine 50 cent bottle. It describes relief from constipation and stomach issues, noting pleasant taste and simple dosage for all ages.
A baker discovered a package inside an oven at Thitih bakery on Washington Street. Police confirmed it was a dynamite bomb with a short fuse, capable of exploding if heat intensified. Over fifty workers were in the building, and the threat against the non-union bakers had been previously raised anonymously weeks earlier.
Ad copy markets a six passenger four cylinder touring car at City Market. The terse classified style notes a low price and invites inquiries from buyers seeking economical family transport. Old time vibe with terse phrasing and period tone.
A blaze on the ninth ward of the Warren State Hospital main building was contained after attendants fought two outbreaks. The first fire began on the third floor south wing and a second in the laundry drying room. No patients were harmed and officials worked to relocate those on the affected ward. Fire damage was limited to cotton dresses and storage areas. cause unknown with no clues found.
Letters of Administration on the estate of John W Holmes of Concent Township Erie county Pa deceased were granted to Willis A Lindby the undersigned. Indebted to said estate to make immediate payment and those having claims against it must present properly authenticated for settlement. Willis A Lindby Administrator Waller L Peaks Attorney Corry Pa March 20 1917.
In Meadville in Alderman Boynton's court a binding over of Bert Peterson of Greenwood Township was set to answer at the May term of the Quarter Sessions on a theft charge. Andrew Carroll and others testified that Peterson robbed Carroll of $185 from his purse while he slept at the Sullivan residence, with Peterson allegedly returning the wallet later and offering money to Shiner to stay silent.
An advertisement promotes a Hamburg Breast Tea cure for colds and grip. It instructs mixing a tablespoonful with boiling water, drinking a cup, and repeating through the day or at night. Claimed benefits include opening skin pores, relieving congestion, loosening the Dowels, and breaking up a cold, claimed to be inexpensive and entirely vegetable.
An old time remedy claim promotes Se Jacobs Oil as a harmless cure for rheumatism. It promises quick relief from pain in joints, muscles, and bones, including sciatic and neuralgia, with a 25 cent bottle from drug stores and instant results.
The Riggs farm formerly Seaver's will offer all personal property at public auction. Located on Picadille Tin near Corny and Columbus, the sale includes thirty four cattle and assorted farm machinery and equipment. Parties listed include Benjamin Zimmer and John Hammond as auctioner Kinouit and Gites.
Telegraph reports the Standard Oil tanker Healdton torpedoed off the coast with loss of life. It notes a large share of the refined oil aboard came from the Oily refinery run by Edward J. Quikley, a friend of Captain Christopher and the Linker’s chief engineer.
The undersigned will offer at public sale on Friday March 20th at ten o'clock at the farm of John W Holmes deceased Concord ywn wily. The sale includes fourteen head of stock two yoke farm machinery wagon cutter gear hogs boy straw reed millet buckwheat and all other personal property. Terms under five dollars cash above that amount six months with good endorsed notes. Auctioneers Peake and others.
Concord residents report a March 30 house play at Mark Stull’s home. Alcoa attendees joined the Waterford game Thursday. The Sunday school elected officers for the past year led by Superintendent W. H. Wide and Librarian Guniwel Stultz. Several local families hosted guests and hosted gatherings through midweek. Improvement updates included Mrs. Frank A Crowell and Royea’s condition. Orom near terms note farm rental by Mr. Gales to Mr. Bert Gites effective April 1.
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